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UIS Visual Arts Gallery to present 180,000+, an exhibition that combines activism, research and ecological awareness by PlantBot Genetics

The University of Illinois Springfield Visual Arts Gallery is pleased to present 180,000+, a mixed-media art exhibition by Wendy DesChene and Jeff Schmuki. These artists operate under the guise of PlantBot Genetics, a parody of Big Agricultural Firms who skillfully manipulate current food production and distribution systems. 180,000+ will open on Monday, Aug. 23, and will run through Thursday, Sept. 16. A reception will be held from 5:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept.

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Upcoming Exhibitions

Our program features ambitious and experimental art exhibitions, artist talks, screenings and discussions. We work with a range of professional artists, from those who are just beginning to emerge in their career, to internationally renowned and established artists. See our calendar of upcoming events below.

The UIS Visual Arts Gallery is an inclusive space for everyone to explore and enjoy. All events are free and open to the public. 

Current Exhibition

Exhibitions at the UIS Visual Arts Gallery offer an accessible entry point into the exciting field of contemporary art. The gallery is an inclusive space and welcomes everyone to discover and enjoy the latest in art today. All events are free and open to the public.

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Mission

The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) Visual Arts Gallery is a public-facing program that features exhibitions, artist engagements, and ancillary events. Our mission is to provide access to contemporary art, to foster a greater understanding of trends and topics that are at the forefront of visual art, and to strongly support the vision and message of the artists that we work with.  

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About the Access Gallery

The Access Gallery is run by the UIS Art Students League. The UIS ASL is a student organization developed to provide social, educational, and supportive programming and advocacy for all facets of art for the University of Illinois at Springfield and the surrounding community. Their mission is to cultivate and develop awareness of art through each individual difference to enrich our campus environment and surrounding community.

The Access Gallery gives students the opportunity to exhibit their art work.

Explore “Flash Point || Liminal Lost,” an art exhibition featuring works by UIS Visual Arts Program seniors

The University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) is pleased to present “Flash Point || Liminal Lost,” two exhibitions showcasing works of art created by graduating seniors in the UIS Visual Arts Program. The exhibitions will open on April 26 and run through May 12, 2021. A closing remote exhibition reception will be held via Zoom from 6-7 p.m. May 13. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Face masks are required on campus. 

“Flash Point || Liminal Lost” will be hosted in two locations:

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Visual Arts Gallery Silent Auction and Benefit Exhibition

The University of Illinois Springfield Visual Arts Gallery Silent Auction and Benefit is moving online for 2020. The Silent Auction and Benefit, featuring original works of art donated by local and regional artists, will launch on Monday, Nov. 16 and will remain active until final bidding at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 3.

Artwork up for auction can be viewed and bids can be placed online at 32auctions.com/uisvisualartsgallery.

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