MU School of Visual Studies

06/01/2026

It’s amazing what the smallest objects can reveal.
New research from the University of Missouri highlights how everyday items can unlock powerful stories about people, culture, and history. ⛵️🐯

👉 Check out the full story linked in the comments! 🔗

05/26/2026

🎉 Big congratulations to Loren Macon, graduating M.A. student in Art History and newly named a 2026–2027 Blakemore Kingfisher Fellow!
The fellowship will support Loren’s advanced Korean language study in Seoul and ongoing research into dress, portraiture, and cross‑cultural interpretation in Korean art history.
🔗 Read more via the link in the first comment

05/19/2026

Come work with us!!! We are hiring a visiting assistant professor for next year and want YOU to apply!

University of Missouri, School of Visual Studies, Graphic Design
we are a lot of fun, have an amazing facility, have a BFA in Graphic Design, you will teach fun classes and our students are the BEST!

Ric Wilson and Deborah Huelsbergen are co-chairing the hiring committee so contact us with any questions -apply NOW!

05/15/2026

Student work from our Advanced 3D Animation course (DST_VS 4850)

The final project focuses on creating a 30–60 second character animation using an NLA-based workflow. Students developed storyboards and designed cohesive animated pieces that integrate character motion, world-building, and visual style.

A bit more context about the course:
DST_VS 4850 explores the relationship between 3D objects, movement, environment, and storytelling through techniques such as the graph editor, keyframing, rigging, constraints, motion paths, and motion capture. Students create original animated works where narratives emerge through the interaction of objects, space, and time.

TITLE: The Deer Man
ANIMATOR: Ian Shaffer

05/15/2026

Student work from our Advanced 3D Animation course (DST_VS 4850)

The final project focuses on creating a 30–60 second character animation using an NLA-based workflow. Students developed storyboards and designed cohesive animated pieces that integrate character motion, world-building, and visual style.

A bit more context about the course:
DST_VS 4850 explores the relationship between 3D objects, movement, environment, and storytelling through techniques such as the graph editor, keyframing, rigging, constraints, motion paths, and motion capture. Students create original animated works where narratives emerge through the interaction of objects, space, and time.

TITLE: Untitled
ANIMATOR: Addison Shulte

05/15/2026

Student work from our Advanced 3D Animation course (DST_VS 4850)

The final project focuses on creating a 30–60 second character animation using an NLA-based workflow. Students developed storyboards and designed cohesive animated pieces that integrate character motion, world-building, and visual style.

A bit more context about the course:
DST_VS 4850 explores the relationship between 3D objects, movement, environment, and storytelling through techniques such as the graph editor, keyframing, rigging, constraints, motion paths, and motion capture. Students create original animated works where narratives emerge through the interaction of objects, space, and time.

TITLE: Moth Man 2026
ANIMATOR: Jack McDonald

05/13/2026

🎨🖌️Our Intermediate painting students had a mini show yesterday to share their works from this semester. 🔥 Comment below which was your favorite? 👇🏼Interested in taking a painting class next semester? Come check us out in FAB!

05/12/2026

🚨You’re invited to the MU Clay Klub’s Finals Pop Up Pottery Sale featuring a wide selection of handmade ceramic artwork and pottery. Last chance this semester to support our students! Cash, checks, and all major credit card accepted.

📆 Wednesday May 13
⏰ 10am – 4pm
📍East entrance of the Fine Arts Building (Off Hitt St. near Bingham Gallery)

05/12/2026

Check out our very own Madeleine LeMieux talking about our annual smART Moves summer art camp for teens!

SmART Moves is a week-long summer art camp for teenagers aged 14-19, hosted by the School of Visual Studies at the University of Missouri. Camp coordinator M...