Center for New Media at Kalamazoo Valley

05/19/2026

🎨 STUDENT CELEBRATION SHOWCASE ARTIST HIGHLIGHT: Jordan Vanas-Peterson

"I'm Jordan Vanas-Peterson, an interdisciplinary artist based in Kalamazoo, MI. I have studied art since a young age, taking many classes at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts and some at Ferris State University.

My Illustrations depict small moments in nature and unconventional viewpoints of still lifes with subject matter that can raise difficult but necessary questions, such as in the painting Girlhood: what does it mean to protect yourself growing up as a girl?

I mainly work with oil paint, watercolor and colored pencil.

If you want to see more of my work visit https://jordanvanaspeterso.wixsite.com/battlebstudio "

There are only 2 days left to view the artwork on display from the Student Celebration Exhibit! Stop in between noon-2pm to see these pieces and so much more 👀🎨

05/17/2026

The deadline for the 15th Annual Alumni Art Show is fast approaching 📣 Don't miss out on your chance to share your work with the Kalamazoo community and for the chance to win up to $2,000 in prizes!

Entries are due by May 23rd. Learn more and enter your work today at https://forms.gle/ieA86uRag4p6hZRu6

05/15/2026

🎨 STUDENT CELEBRATION SHOWCASE ARTIST HIGHLIGHT: Emma Krajewski

"I've loved drawing for as long as I can remember, it's always been an element in my life. What started as something I did for fun has developed into something that has refined me and continues to grow me in my skills and who I'm becoming.

I'm currently studying art at Kalamazoo Valley Community College while continuing to develop my own style and voice. I now take commissions and enjoy creating pieces that can bring joy to others who are interested in my work.

I live in Kalamazoo, where I live at home along with four of my five siblings, and life is usually fruitful and kept interesting in the Krajewski household. When I'm not working on art, I like to stay active, l enjoy exercising and running, which gives me something to ground and inspire me. I also have a pet bunny named Haru, who is responsible for half the damage in our home, yet still gets by thanks to his cuteness."

Come see Krajewski's work, including her award winning piece "Ocean Floor Sleeper", at KVCC's Student Celebration Showcase, on display now until May 21st!

05/13/2026

🎨 STUDENT CELEBRATION SHOWCASE ARTIST HIGHLIGHT: Liddie Basch

"Hi I’m Liddie. I grew up in Kalamazoo and have always been inspired by the creative community around me. Sometimes I struggle to translate what I see in my head to the physical world. There is a distance between my mind and my hand. Studying at KVCC, exploring new mediums and techniques, has shortened that distance. “Art” can feel incredibly overwhelming at times. My art is imbued with the emotions I experience while creating it. A piece's completion reminds me that if I want, I can let those emotions go. What did I feel while drawing Marbles? “AhHh-- stresssss-- this was due a month ago--why is glass so complicated?!”

Indecision, to me, represents the internal debate I have when deciding to engage with vice. The little devil on my shoulder whispers, and even though his suggestions spell trouble, he's awfully convincing. This piece allowed me to reflect on past decisions and how I could set better boundaries for my future self."

Come see the award winning piece "Marbles" along with "Indecision" at the Student Celebration Showcase- on display until May 21st!

05/11/2026

🎨 STUDENT CELEBRATION SHOWCASE ARTIST HIGHLIGHT: Ryan Burt

"HELLO! My name is Ryan Burt, and I’m a Digital Artist/Animator who’s pursuing a career in Game Development. I’ve always had this creative urge since I was little. It started with toys, and now I draw to tell my stories. What really hooked me into the art and game world was Hollow Knight. It was the first actual game I ever beat. From there, other inspirations like Undertale, Adventure Time, Mob Psycho 100, and so many other stories funneled into my brain like creative soup, making me the artist I am today. But I don’t intend to stop learning, exploring, and growing. It’s a big world out there, and I want more soup!"

Come see Burt's work, including his award winning piece "Burnt Mallows", at KVCC's Student Celebration Showcase, on display now! Arcus Gallery hours are Monday-Thursday, noon-2 p.m.

05/07/2026

🎨 STUDENT CELEBRATION SHOWCASE ARTIST HIGHLIGHT: Stephanie Godsil

"Stephanie Godsil is a multidisciplinary artist and studio art major at Kalamazoo Valley Community College. Drawing from an extensive background in fine arts, she applies a painterly sensibility across various media, transforming technical disciplines into tactile, expressive works. While her current exhibition features high contrast 35mm gelatin silver prints, her practice is rooted in a broader fine art perspective that prioritizes composition and atmosphere. By hand processing her film in the darkroom, Stephanie bridges classical art principles with analog chemistry. The resulting imagery emphasizes a methodical, hands on approach and composed depth, reflecting just one facet of her diverse, process driven identity."

Come see Godsil's work and so much more at KVCC's 2026 Student Celebration Showcase, on display now! Arcus Gallery hours are Monday-Thursday, noon-2 p.m.

05/05/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Student Celebration Exhibit!

-BEST OF SHOW-
Title: Marbles
Medium: Colored Pencil
Artist: Liddie Basch

-DIRECTOR'S CHOICE-
Title: Loon #1
Medium: Colored Pencil on Wood
Artist: Kyleigh Roenigk

-FIRST PLACE-
Title: Ocean Floor Sleeper
Medium: Graphite
Artist: Emma Krajewski

-SECOND PLACE-
Title: Burnt Mallows
Medium: Digital Painting
Artist: Ryan Burt

-THIRD PLACE-
Title: Arches
Medium: Film Photography
Artist: Emily Worrall

-HONORABLE MENTION-
Title: Mourning Disappointment
Medium: Ceramic
Artist: Ayra Deleon

Missed the reception? Come view the full exhibit at the Arcus Gallery until May 21st. Gallery hours are Monday-Thursday, noon-2 p.m.

05/04/2026

05/04/2026

🎨 CALL FOR ENTRIES 🎨
15th Annual Alumni Art Show
Enter by May 23rd

The Kalamazoo Valley Community College Alumni Art Show invites alumni to step into the spotlight and share their work with the community. This show is a chance to celebrate and recognize the creativity of the KVCC alumni family.

Kalamazoo Valley Alumni/students not currently enrolled in any course (Summer 2026), have successfully completed at least one class at Kalamazoo Valley, and are not employed by KVCC are eligible. All forms of creative mediums accepted. If you can create it, we want to see it! Plus, participating artists have the opportunity to compete for up to $2,000 in cash and prizes.

Learn more and enter your work today at https://forms.gle/ieA86uRag4p6hZRu6

Entry deadline: May 23rd at 3:30 PM
Opening Reception: Friday, June 5th, 5:30-8 PM. Awards Ceremony time TBA.