Transformations/Transformaciones Exhibit

The Exhibition Department at Stevenson University is pleased to announce the 2024 fall Transformations / Transformaciones exhibition in its Manning Academic Center 2nd Floor gallery. Sheila Crider and Francisco Loza are the featured artists.

Ms. Crider describes her work as “Intersectional Painting” that combines painting, drawing, braiding, stitching and weaving to create three-dimensional forms. The visual stories these works express defy resolution by any one formal element of the composition. Instead, the lushness of these works engages the senses inward, allowing respite from the complications of expectations. These works also explore her recent migration from her foundational home of Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD. Crider is represented by New Door Creative.

Mr. Loza’s artwork reflects many themes, including nature, climate, Mexican traditions, immigration, and the abstract. His creative process incorporates unique mixed media art using a combination of estambre (yarn) and chaquira (beaded pieces). Several works in the exhibition feature 3-Dimensional shape-shifting imagery and scenes. These works were created in collaboration with a Mexican shaman. Loza was born in Mexico and began visiting the United States in 2002. He resides in Baltimore, MD.

Crider and Loza were invited to showcase their work specifically for Fashion Design majors who are learning how a fashion design concept is researched and created. Both artists will facilitate creative workshops that feature materials they use in their art production.