“The New York Arts Program has definitely served as a time for growth and connection for me. This program became a safe place where I could explore and have a taste of what working as a full-time artist might look like. I was surrounded by resources for viewing and learning about art from different disciplines and was able to work with an artist personally selected for my own creative goals. My experience in New York showed me the various opportunities there are for an art career and has given me the resources and connections to step into my creative practice with more confidence.”
Abigail Nasari ’22

“During my semester in New York City, I was given the opportunity to work with an amazing artist and work as a graphic design intern at a nonprofit. Being in the city allowed me to explore illustration and develop graphic design skills. New York offered endless opportunities such as visiting art museums, making new connections and enjoying incredible food. As I move forward in my art and design career, the lessons and confidence I gained in New York will definitely be something I hold on to even after college.”
Parker Johnson ’22

“Recording Movement”

"Given the nature of our research and both of our interests in the intersection of faith and artmaking, we desired to explore the questions, “When is art sacred?” and “What makes it so?” I entered into this summer with the expectation that these were unanswerable questions or at least unanswerable within our timeframe. However, throughout Professor Lookerse’s and my exploration of faith and art through the processes of mark making, movement, performance and discussion, I have come away with the possibility of using the method of art making as worship.”

A Treasure from Heaven: The Reliquary from the Kruizenga Art Museum

“Through this project, I've gained an understanding of what graduate level research would be like and how exciting original research can be. I learned a lot about the function and purpose of reliquaries and about the need for more research into these objects since the Catholic renewal.”

Getting to participate in a ceramics intensive at Ox-Bow this summer was such a valuable experience. My professors, Casey and Salvador, created the perfect environment for learning and collaborating. The fellows, residents, teachers, students and staff each brought such a unique point of view to the campus. Being among the community of amazing artists gave me an opportunity to see what future art paths I may follow. I am really excited to bring my new skills back to Hope and to see where they take me!