Irvine Contemporary is pleased to announce Introductions5, our fifth curated “MFA annual” that brings a selection of new artists from leading art college programs to Washington, D.C. Through a combined process of thesis exhibition visits, artist studio visits, and open submissions, we reviewed over 200 recent graduates from leading MFA programs across the US.
Opening reception with artists, Saturday, August 8, 6:30-9 PM.
Congratulations Introductions5 Participants:
Jonathan Dankenbring (MFA, Indiana University): Sculpture and Installation
Ultra, 2009. Hematite and jade. 4.3 x 2.4 x .3 inches each
John Hill, Jr. (MFA, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill): Drawing
Proactive Teamwork (scene 4), 2008-2009, Pen on paper, 24 x 32 inches
Christopher LaVoie (MFA, Maryland Institute College of Art): Sculpture
Headstone Milestone, 2009. Concrete and cord. Dimensions variable
Paris Mavroidis (MFA, Pratt Institute): Digital Media & Film
Divers, 2009. Short Animation (Color), 3 minutes
Matt Sartain (MFA, Academy of Art University, San Francisco): Photography
Untitled (Night), 2009. Archival digital pigment print. Dimensions variable
Wayne Toepp (MFA, Maryland Institute College of Art): Painting
Monitor #12, 2008. Oil on canvas. 36 x 48 inches.
Yi-Hsin Tzeng (MFA, Savannah College of Art and Design): Painting and Mixed Media
Invisible: Box Series (Black), 2008. Acrylic and printmaking on panels, 8.5 x 8.5 x 19.5 inches
Stacey Lee Webber (MFA, University of Wisconsin-Madison): Sculpture
Screwball 1, 2009. Screws, thread, mixed materials. Dimensions variable
