From ceramics to sculpture, you’ll find all kinds of art – and artists – at Austin Peay.
The Center of Excellence and department of art sponsor exhibitions and lectures by accomplished professional artists, student art shows and faculty exhibitions throughout the year.
The Nashville Scene has hailed the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts for “attracting heavyweight poets for years…everyone from Gwendolyn Brooks and Allen Ginsberg to Galway Kinnell and Eavan Boland.”
In addition to the visiting writers series, the Center supports Red Mud Review, a literary magazine produced by APSU students and Zone 3, a professionally produced international literary journal that sponsors poetry and fiction awards.
Though you won’t see them on stage, visiting artists and artists-in-residence have a visible impact on APSU theatre and dance students.
Sponsored by the Center, these artists share their experiences and knowledge through lectures, workshops and one-on-one interaction.
The Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts sponsors the annual Clarksville Community Concert Series, which includes lectures and performances by renowned musicians such as classical guitarist Philip Hii, the American Brass Quintet and Grammy Award-winning ensemble Chanticleer.
Additionally, the Center sponsors the Dimensions New Music Series, Mid-South Jazz Festival and Young Composers Competition.
Art
In partnership with the department of art, the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts offers:
- Border to Border, a national, biennial drawing competition
- The Visiting Artists Series, which includes lectures and exhibitions by accomplished professional artists
The APSU Department of Art
APSU’s art department faculty members are practicing artists who have earned national and international renown. Additionally, students learn from experts and visionaries teaching on an adjunct basis, as well as visiting artists, designers and craftsmen who work with students in classroom and workshop settings.
APSU Galleries
With three galleries on campus, APSU offers constant exposure to unique, contemporary and traditional art exhibitions.
- Trahern Gallery offers a variety of visual arts experiences through numerous exhibitions.
- Mabel Larson Gallery is home to the University’s permanent art collection.
- Gallery 108 features the work of graduating art majors and visiting artists on a weekly basis.