By Amanda Smith\/\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hood College is presenting six senior exhibitions in Hodson Gallery during the month of April.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Artist Tiffany Montes\u2019 show titled \u201cFragments of a Tired Mind\u201d displays pieces representing depression, anxiety, ADHD, and all the feelings in between. According to Montes\u2019 artist statement, the pieces displayed in the show combine handicrafts with fine art to create an intimate mix of pieces for viewing pleasure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe Nature of Portraiture\u201d by Victoria Jones presents an assemblage of portrait paintings that honor both the friends and connections Jones has established during her time in college. \u201cThese oil paintings combine both my admiration for diversity in the characteristics of people and ecosystems by staging their portraits in distinct biomes,\u201d Jones said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Artist Audrey Lindsay\u2019s exhibition \u201cA Walk Through the Garden\u201d will consist of both large and extra-large sized cyanotypes. \u201cThere will also be a section of the exhibition where there will be a mini print collection,\u201d Lindsay said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBroken Windows: The Evolution of Graffiti from Subways to Galleries\u201d by Kimberly Castellano is a multi-medium expos\u00e9 about the history of graffiti that explores the shift in the culture amongst graffiti artists and also how the public has started to view street art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBy going back to my roots and original artist style, I implement these graffiti style techniques to showcase how I myself have rediscovered my passion for art throughout my experiences in college,\u201d Castellano said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Artist Jaden Poole\u2019s exhibition titled \u201cSynced\u201d explores the commonality and differences between generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201c1920s\u201d by Phoebe Schindler expresses the ups and downs of the decade. \u201cThe viewers will see my work and feel the party aspect while experiencing the elegance of this time,\u201d Schindler said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Phoebe Schindler, Victoria Jones, and Kimberly Castellano\u2019s exhibitions will be displayed in the Hodson Gallery from April 17-21 with the reception taking place April 21 from 5 to 7 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, Tiffany Montes, Audrey Lindsay, and Jaden Poole\u2019s exhibitions will be showcased in the Hodson Gallery from April 24-28 with the reception taking place April 28 from 5 to 7 p.m.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201c<\/a>Seniors create <\/a>an exhibition of work that explores and portrays their artistic theories, while showcasing what has transformed them into artists,\u201d said Bonnie Kern, gallery director at Hood College. \u201cWithin the gallery space, we as the viewer experience the artist\u2019s journey toward a culmination of their senior year.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"