Susan Colberg, Associate Professor of Design Studies (Visual Communication Design) in the Department of Art & Design, has been appointed to the jury of the Stiftung Buchkunst (Book Art Foundation) international book design competition, The Best Book Design from All Over the World, to be held in Leipzig, Germany from 8 – 11 February 2018 at the German National Library. … Read moreSue Colberg Appointed to International Book Jury
For a few weeks this summer, our sister blog Work of Arts is sharing great podcasts by our amazing alumni. This week, Drama grad Zach Polis explores how successful people use their creative talents to earn a living. Meet Zach Polis (’12 BA, Drama), a frequent guest-host of the popular podcast Monetizing Your Creativity. This fascinating exploration into the world of film, television, theatre, … Read moreMonetizing your creativity with Zach Polis
Guest post by Jennifer West (‘05 BA), artistic director of Müzewest Concerts Reposted with permission from Müzewest Concerts Feature image shot by John Ulan at the Stollery Children’s Hospital. My heart sunk as I learned the news last week, that Tanya Prochazka, cellist and conductor, had passed away. She had taught for many years at the … Read moreIn memory of Tanya Prochazka
BA Drama grad performs on executive stage On any given opening night at Studio Theatre, you will find Jane Voloboeva (‘13 BA, Drama Honours) volunteering at the Timms Centre. But by day, this recent UAlberta Arts grad has a front row seat at the executive board room table. She’s the newest associate at Pekarsky Stein, Western … Read moreJane Voloboeva: The Theatrics of Search
BFA Acting student Jessy Ardern shares her tips on how to prepare an entry for the U of A’s Leone McGregor Prize Jessy Ardern was recently named the first winner of the Leone McGregor Writing Competition for Leone, her complex and imaginative play about the historic alumna’s life. The Leone McGregor Writing Competition is being held again in … Read moreHow to: Enter a creative writing competition