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Columbus State University and Friends of Art Present
Beyond the Limit: Funding Future Artists

DESCRIPTION:

An exclusive set of limited edition prints created solely for this fundraiser by three renowned artists and printed by faculty and students in CSU’s Print Studio, each set of prints is limited to an edition of 25. All prints are black and white copper etchings on 16 x 22” paper and signed by the artist.

THREE FEATURED ARTISTS:

Nationally renowned artist and Columbus native BO BARTLETT, CSU Associate Professor of Art ORION WERTZ, and New York artist and CSU art alumnus JON BARWICK have contributed their considerable talents to CSU for the creation of these prints. 

The first opportunity to pre-purchase these limited edition prints is on March 22 during the opening reception for the exhibition Papercuts in CSU’s Illges Gallery at the Corn Center for the Visual Arts on CSU’s RiverPark Campus in Uptown Columbus. The prints will be on view and orders taken for the duration of this exhibition. Prints will be available for pick up after April 15.

For more information please contact Michele McCrillis at mccrillis_michele@columbusstate.edu

UPCOMING EVENTS!!!

ARTBEAT OF COLUMBUS

Friends of Art

Friends of Art was formed in 2000 to provide supplemental financial support to the Department of Art and participate in building the CSU art program to one of preeminence in the Southeast. Funding made possible through Friends of Art is providing a margin of excellence not possible through state appropriations.

Numerous projects and initiatives are feasible that would otherwise go unrealized, including: scholarship support for art majors, exhibits of nationally and internationally recognized artists, supplemental funding for distinguished faculty, and assistance for student travel to major museums and art sites in the U.S. and abroad.

Mission

Stimulate, support and foster the continued growth of Columbus State University Department of Art by:

• Enhancing community awareness and support of the CSU Department of Art
• Promoting artistic and academic excellence by funding scholarships for talented students
• Providing support for Visiting Artists and Scholars
• Providing supplemental funding for distinguished faculty, equipment and special projects

Membership Privileges

• Receive invitations to exciting events throughout the year including private preview parties and our popular Art Talk and Tea and Art Talk and Toddies series
• Are able to enrich your understanding and appreciation for art through special art talks, workshops, classes and trips
• Have the opportunity to meet local, national and international artists
• Meet others who share your interest in the visual arts
• Have the knowledge that your contribution will provide educational opportunities for talented art majors that state funding cannot

To become a member, call 706-507-8301 for more information .