MCCC's Alumni Art Exhibition is a celebration of artistic talent

By Diane VanDyke
Montgomery County Community College's Alumni Art Exhibition features the incredible artwork of more than 20 alumni. Pictured below: "Forecast," oil on wood, Collin Cousart '15, and "Strength," hot-cast and kiln-formed glass, risograph prints, Steven Valera '19.

Montgomery County Community College's Alumni Art Exhibition features the incredible artwork of more than 20 alumni. Pictured below: "Forecast," oil on wood, Collin Cousart '15, and "Strength," hot-cast and kiln-formed glass, risograph prints, Steven Valera '19.

Come and be inspired by the vibrant creativity of Montgomery County Community College’s gifted alumni at the annual Alumni Art Exhibition on display Jan. 23 through Feb. 16 at the Fine Arts Center Gallery of the Montco Cultural Center, Blue Bell Campus, 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell.

Forecast - Collin CousartThe exhibit highlights the artwork of more than 20 alumni, spanning a diverse range of media, such as painting, photography, sculpture and more. Join us for a special reception on Tuesday, Jan. 23, from 5 to 7 p.m., where you can personally meet the talented artists. Both the exhibit and reception are free and open to the community, and everyone is welcome.

“The exhibit not only showcases the talent and progress of our former students but also serves as an inspiration for current and prospective students as well as community members,” said Patrick Rodgers, Galleries Director. “It’s also a unique opportunity for our alumni to reunite, connect and share their mutual passion. We’re always excited to host this annual exhibit.”

The Fine Arts Gallery is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.

Strength - Steven ValeraThe participating artists include Jocelyn Belisle, Pauline Braun, Anthony Bui, Collin Cousart, Cheryl Dever Rapp, Joanne Funkhouser, Mattie Heeney, Christina Leone, Jessica Libor, Lynn Luig, Marita McVeigh, Rebecca Morris, Summer Nile, Kelsie Reimer Fischer, Samantha Torban, Steven Valera, Bill Vitiello, Helen Webster and Nasir Young.

MCCC’s Fine Arts Program provides the foundational studies and studio expertise that parallels the first two years of study at a four-year college and enables students to develop their skills and produce a portfolio in the visual arts to obtain employment after earning an Associate of Fine Arts degree. The program offers courses in animation, ceramics, drawing, fashion design, graphic design, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture. Many graduates transfer to prestigious art schools, including the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Moore College of Art & Design, Tyler School of Art and the University of the Arts, among others. 

For more information about the galleries of the Montco Cultural Center, contact Patrick Rodgers, Galleries Director, at 215-619-7349 or prodgers@mc3.edu.