Opening Reception: The BFA/BA Exhibition
2025 Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Arts Exhibition
The 2025 annual Bachelor of Fine Arts/Bachelor of Arts exhibition showcases theses prepared by graduating seniors from the University of Southern Maine Art Department. The show is the culmination of their artistic studies at the University, showcasing student work before they enter the world as practicing creative professionals.
Each piece in the exhibition reflects the students’ dedication and growth, showcasing the skills and ideas they’ve developed during their studies to explore new artistic challenges. From technical mastery to bold concepts, the work on display showcases the incredible talent and passion of these up-and-coming artists.
University of Southern Maine Art Department graduating seniors include:
- Emily DeTroy — Bachelor of Fine Arts with a Studio Concentration in Photography & Digital Art and Design with a Minor in Book Arts
- Cecilia Drysdale — Bachelor of Fine Arts with a Studio Concentration in Ceramics
- Emma Estes — Bachelor of Fine Arts with a Studio Concentration in Sculpture with a Minor in Book Arts
- Alyssa McNally — Bachelor of Fine Arts with a Studio Concentration in Painting & Drawing
- Jayda Ray-James — Bachelor of Art in Art & Entrepreneurial Studies with a Studio Concentration in Painting & Drawing
- Katie Riley — Bachelor of Fine Arts with Double Studio Concentrations in Painting & Drawing and Sculpture
- Ryan Stresky — Bachelor of Fine Arts with a Studio Concentration in Photography & Digital Art and Design
- Madeline Twombly-Wiser — Bachelor of Fine Arts with Double Studio Concentrations in Ceramics and Painting & Drawing
- Laima Vincė Sruoginis — Bachelor of Fine Arts with a Studio Concentration in Painting & Drawing
- Danna Wiggins — Bachelor of Fine Arts with a Studio Concentration in Painting & Drawing
Learn more about the exhibition here.