Woody Olsen ’76 will lead an upcoming hands-on workshop exploring abstract painting techniques this summer at the Freeport Art Museum.

Titled Painting in Abstract, the session will focus on expressive watercolor methods. Participants will experiment with layering color and mixed media approaches to create imaginative, abstract compositions, drawing on Olsen’s distinctive style.

Jared Tuttle ’14 is making his mark in the animation industry with a high-profile design credit on an upcoming streaming release.

Tuttle created the logotype for Swapped, the latest animated feature from Skydance Animation. The film features voice performances by Michael B. Jordan, Juno Temple, and Tracy Morgan, and premiered May 1 on Netflix.

The McKnight Foundation has announced a major new public art initiative, unveiling plans for a rotating mural series at its Minneapolis headquarters beginning with a large-scale work by local artist Leslie Barlow ’16, MFA.

A nearly three-decade journey has come full circle for Shaun “Spanky” Piela ’98, whose newly published comic Cosplayer Versus Shark is making waves among indie horror fans.

The comic, co-created with writer Pat Jankiewicz, began as an idea during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the pair bonded over a shared love of comics, horror films, and, of course, sharks. After several years of development, the project has now found a home with Antarctic Press, where it is available for purchase through the publisher’s website.

Lindsey Ries ’12 was featured in a recent episode of Joleen’s Happytime Craftcast. They discussed her process of making wearable art including jewelry and textile, and her upcoming fashion show featuring local designs.

Their conversation explores interdisciplinary artistic practices, and chasing your creativity regardless of form. The podcast is available on Apple Podcasts.

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Remy Burke ’22 illustrated a graphic memoir, Gay Mormon Dad. Written by Chad Anderson and Published by Graphic Mundi, the graphic novel was released on May 5.

As described by the publisher, Gay Mormon Dad is the story of one man learning to love himself in a complicated world. This inspiring autobiography unfolds in two parts, “Then” and “Now,” woven together in a way that will hit you right in the heart. Vibrantly illustrated by artist Remy Burke, this moving graphic novel sheds light on the dangers of spiritual abuse and illuminates the path to healing.