Art Department 2026 Biennial

Block letters announce the title of the exhibition in contrasting red, blue, green, and yellow.

Exhibition Dates

Thu, Apr 9, 2026 through Sat, May 2, 2026

Western Gallery is pleased to present the Art Department 2026 Biennial featuring work by art faculty and staff. Highlighting twenty artists, the exhibition showcases the diverse studio practices of these highly respected mentors and includes painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, installation, video, and mixed media.

Artists

Garth Amundson & Pierre Gour
Jennifer Anable
Paul Bernhardt
Cynthia Camlin
Christopher Hartshorn
Cara Jaye
Ryan Kelly
Scott Kolbo
Doug Loewen
Ashley Mask
Brian Nigus
Vian Nguyen
Dana Ollestad
Sasha Petrenko
Seiko Purdue
Brandon Sawaya
Amy Simons
Lisa Turner

Exhibition Events

Discussion with Brian Nigus, Jennifer Anable, Ryan Kelly, Paul Bernhardt, and Scott Kolbo

a fuliginous image includes tree limbs, a satellite dish, other items

Wed, Apr 15, 2026 - 12:00pm

Opening Reception: Art Department 2026 Biennial

a multicolor print with layers of internal organs and plastic bottles

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 - 5:00pm

Discussion with Amy Simons, Ashley Mask, Peter Rand, Seiko Purdue, Vian Nguyen, and Garth Amundson

long yarns form a colorful pattern with a shadow

Mon, Apr 20, 2026 - 5:30pm

Artist Talk with Doug Loewen

Artist Douglas Loewen

Mon, Apr 27, 2026 - 5:30pm

Discussion with Cara Jaye, Christoper Hartshorne, Cynthia Camlin, Lisa Turner, and Sasha Petrenko

painting of a person in a misty atmosphere wearing a clear slicker

Thu, Apr 30, 2026 - 5:30pm

Hours

The gallery is open during exhibition dates and events. Events may occur outside regular hours.

Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday: noon to 4 p.m.
Closed during university holidays and breaks
Visit the outdoor sculptures at any time!

Admission is free and open to the public unless stated otherwise.