Weekly Announcements February 14 - 20
Student Advising
Advising Appointments will continue taking place through winter quarter for all BFA students. Appointments with Major Advisor, Sara Frantz, can be made via Bookings.
Additionally, our Dept. Chair’s office hours are Mondays: 11am -12pm and Thursdays: 12 -1pm. Make an office hours appointment with Sara via Bookings. Drop-In appointments are also welcome. Email artdesign@calpoly.edu if you have any questions.
The CLA also offers virtual, drop-in advising appointments daily: CLA Advising
Upcoming Events
Risograph Cards, made by Design Lab
Dexter Foyer TODAY from 11am - 1pm
Design Lab is selling Valentine’s Day RISO cards.
Stop by our table at Dexter’s main entrance to purchase or to pick up an order .
Film Screening and Guest Lecture Director Fred Kuwornu
February 21st at 5pm in Bldg. 8 Rm. 123
The World Languages & Cultures Department, in collaboration with the Art & Design Department, will present a screening of “We Were Here – The Untold History of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe,” followed by a guest lecture by award-winning filmmaker Fred Kuwornu. The screening and guest lecture will take place Friday, Feb. 21 beginning at 5 p.m. Bioresource and Agricultural Engineering 008-0123.
We Were Here – The Untold History of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe examines the overlooked presence of African and Black individuals in Renaissance Europe and their depiction in masterpieces by some of the era’s most celebrated artists, raising critical questions.
Job Opportunities
Photography Opportunity with the Theatre and Dance Department
Cal Poly's Theatre and Dance Department are seeking a photographer to capture headshots, individual images, and group photos to be used for our show poster and other publicity. We would need the edited images returned to us before the start of Spring Quarter. We can offer up to $250 in compensation, and will work with Theatre and Dance office to coordinate payment.
We are working with Michael Aponte to coordinate use of the photo lab for these publicity shots. Ideally, we would like to get these images taken in the evening during Week 10 (March 10th-14th). There will most likely be more than one night of shooting, and we will coordinate an exact schedule with the chosen photographer.
Additionally, we will need a photographer to capture concert photos during our dress rehearsals in the theatre (May 19th & 20th, 5:30-10pm), and we can offer between $250-$500 in compensation. This may or may not be the same student for both opportunities.
If you are interested, please contact us at sdcdirectors2025@gmail.com by end of day Sunday, February 16th with the following:
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Their name, year, and major
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A brief description of any prior experience, especially if they have experience with dance photography (not required but is a plus)
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Their past work - a portfolio, link to their social media, or just a few images attached to the email works.
Check out MustangJobs for current job opportunities
Clubs
Animation Club - @calpolyanimation
Design Lab - @Designlab_CalPoly
Fiber Arts Club - @Calpolyfiberarts
.RAW Journal of Art & Design - @artmag.raw
Studio Art Club - @Calpolystudioartclub
Club 34 - @club.thirtyfour
Other Opportunities
Campus Beautification Initiative: Utility Box Art Project
Applications are now being accepted for the Utility Box Art Project, a campus beautification initiative transforming utility boxes into works of public art to enhance the vibrancy of the campus and showcase local talent. All students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to submit an application via email to af@calpoly.edu. Applications are due Feb. 28. Selected artists will be notified in March and will receive a $250 VISA gift card to cover necessary materials.
Library Mural - Call for Proposals
As the Kennedy Library moves towards reopening in Fall 2025 (finally!), we are soliciting proposals for a new mural in the lobby of the renovated building. We are particularly seeking local artists/artist teams whose work will reflect the diverse peoples of Cal Poly and the greater SLO area, both contemporarily and historically. See the following links for more information:
If you know artists who would be interested in this project, please feel free to pass along this information and encourage them to apply. Please contact Suzie Smith (ssmit316@calpoly.edu) with any questions about the project.
Call For Entries: 2025 Photography Competition
Exciting news from Communication Arts! We’re thrilled to announce the commencement of our 2025 Photography competition, and we extend a warm invitation for you to participate. We’re on the lookout for outstanding commercial and experimental photography to feature in our prestigious 2025 Photography Annual.
Recognized as a premier publication in the visual communication industry, Communication Arts competitions are highly esteemed for showcasing top-tier work and innovative visions. Securing a win in our competitions guarantees exposure to our extensive global audience, comprising over 30,000 art directors and creative directors actively seeking collaborations with creative talents like yourself.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity! The deadline for submissions to the 2025 Photography competition is Friday, March 7th. For detailed submission guidelines and answers to frequently asked questions, please visit: https://www.commarts.com/competition/2025-photography.
Should you have any queries or require assistance, feel free to reach out to me at laurenc@commarts.com. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to see your entries!
Campus Events
Artist Talk with Esteban Cabeza de Baca
We invite you to a unique opportunity to engage with multidisciplinary artist Esteban Cabeza de Baca, whose heritage is rooted in Mexican and Indigenous cultures. Enjoy a free lunch, ask questions, and explore the intersections of art, identity, and activism!
Event Details
- Q&A with Esteban Cabeza de Baca
- Conversations about Latinidad and sustainability
- Free lunch provided by OUDI
Date: Friday, February 21, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Location: LA Casa
Please RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/Ac7yv0anVK
Plus, Esteban’s free exhibit will be at the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art (SLOMA) from February 22 to June 22. Check out more here: SLOMA Exhibit Info.
RSVP now to save your spot and lunch!
More Quick Links
Faculty & Staff at Art & Design
ART Minors - Art History, Studio Art, Photo+Video, MAST and CIA Minors
Campus Map of All Gender Restrooms! - More on the campus Inclusive Restroom Program
Want your event or activity included in our Weekly Announcements?
Announcements are sent to members of the Art and Design Department each week while classes are in session. To submit an event or news item, please email information to Paula Rygg (pyrgg@calpoly.edu), by Friday at 8:00 am. Include title, date and time, participation information (Zoom link, registration, ticketing, fee, etc.), and a brief description. Small – email sized images may be included. Weekly announcements are approved by the chair before they are distributed.