Ringling College Galleries

I’m honored to have won the Gold Award for Best Curator for the second year in a row in SRQ Magazine’s 2026 Best of voting. Thank you to everyone who voted and supported our galleries, I am truly humbled by this recognition. Thank you all! . @srqmag #timjaeger #sarasotaart #rcadgalleries #502gallery #ringlingcollege

Art Walk! Friday, March 27 5:00-8:00 PM All Campus Galleries . Are you ready to immerse yourself in the captivating world of art? Join us for the last Art Walk of the academic year and experience 8 stunning exhibitions, delicious bites from local food trucks, and much more. Don’t miss this unforgettable cultural experience. . On View Thompson Gallery: Tom Stephens: Echoes in Color . Stulberg Gallery: Origins: Sarasota Artist Colony, 1945-1965 . Selby Gallery: David Curtis: Unbound - Illustrations & Designs . Smith Gallery: Ligature XVI: In Type We Trust . Basch Gallery: The Maestro of Murano: Lino Tagliapietra . Made By Gallery: 2026 Spring Student Show . Cooley Photography Center: In a Flash . Alfred R. Goldstein Library: Anthony Rice: A Peaceable Kingdom

The Ringling College Genesis Fashion Show last night was an absolutely a remarkable event! Every detail, every idea, and every stitch of each garment was thoughtfully planned and executed. From the performances of the models to the runway design and overall concept, it all came together beautifully. Bravo and heartfelt congratulations to everyone involved and thank you!! Tha k you @genesis_runway for allowing Galleries and Exhibitions to sponsor this event!! . @genesis_runway @lin_del_wa . #genesisrunway #rcadgalleries

This week presents an ideal opportunity to explore the captivating exhibition, “Tom Stephens: Echoes in Color!” If you haven’t had the chance to visit our on-campus galleries, we invite you to experience this event free of charge and open to the public. A heartfelt thank you to photojournalist Barry Wong and Fox 13 News for their generous support in promoting the arts! . @barrywongphoto @tomstephenspaintings . #tomstephenspaintings #lighttacklelounge #ringlingcollege #fox13 #rcadgalleries

COMING SOON! . Tom Stephens: Echoes in Color . January 20 - April 11, 2026 Patricia Thompson Alumni and Skylight Galleries on campus at @ringlingcollege . Reception: Friday, January 30, 5-8pm . ABOUT: The Galleries of Ringling College is proud to present Tom Stephens: Echoes in Color, an exhibition showcasing the recent work of Sarasota-based artist and Ringling College alumnus Tom Stephens (Class of 1997). Known for his expressive use of color, gestural brushwork, and emotionally charged compositions, Stephens’ paintings explore the tension between abstraction and representation. His dynamic surfaces reveal a deep engagement with process and intuition, resulting in works that resonate with both personal introspection and universal human experience. . Rooted in a lifelong dedication to painting, Stephens’ practice reflects the evolution of an artist who continually pushes the boundaries of visual language. This exhibition brings together a selection of current and past works that highlight the artist’s ability to distill complex emotions into powerful, atmospheric imagery. As both a respected member of Sarasota’s creative community and a proud Ringling graduate, Stephens exemplifies the enduring impact of the College’s alumni, contributing meaningfully to the region’s vibrant cultural landscape.. . See more: @tomstephenspaintings . #tomstephens #rcadgalleries #ringlingcollege #patriciathompsongallery #sarasotaart

Hello everyone, we're going to host an info session with all the information needed to know about the exhibition as well as a chance to ask questions and chat with our exhibition team about any inquiries. The info session is this Thursday, December 4, 2025 from 11:30am to 12:00pm. We'll be providing free lunch, curtesy of Mr. Bulgogi. This is limited to the first 30 students who come and have confirmed their participation in the Exhibition. Under One Tree: Branching Our Paths is a celebration of the Asian and Asian American experience and the stories that have been passed down through generations. This exhibition will be in the Willis Smith gallery, from Jan 20th to 26th, 2026. Submissions are now open, so please feel free to submit your work through the link in our bio!! Submissions close December 5th! If you’d like to make artwork during the winter break, you can do so- just make sure to make a folder in the drive. See you at the info session!

Roots and Resilience - Ringling College students bring African American artists to the spotlight, exploring themes of preservation, resistance, and change. - Featuring Faith Ringgold, Jacob Lawrence, Romare Bearden, Kandy G. Lopez, and more. - For more information, visit ringlingcollege.gallery

ART WALK HIGHLIGHTS! 2025-2026 EXHIBITION SEASON, Threads of Connection: Art, Community, and Legacy - Here’s what’s still on view: - Anthony Rice: Like a Deer November 3–December 12, 2025 7th Annual Portraits of Courage: Vietnam Remembered Years Later November 3–December 5, 2025 Roots and Resilience: Art for Change October 24–December 19, 2025 Spencer Pettit: A Continuing Act of Discovery September 5–November 21, 2025 Illest of Ill: Fairy Garden October 18–December 5, 2025 Voices and Spaces November 14, 2025 Keep Refrigerated November 14–November 30, 2025 - See more at ringlingcollege.gallery

Under One Tree: Branching Our Paths is a celebration of the Asian and Asian American experience and the stories that have been passed down through generations. This exhibition will be in the Willis Smith gallery, from Jan 20th to 26th, 2026. Submissions are open now, so please feel free to submit your work through the link in bio!! We embark on this journey through a series of vignettes from personal and cultural experiences of Asian and Asian American artists. Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing snippets of memories and experiences from different cultures to celebrate Asian stories. This poem, 'mehendi', is a look into a moment. A memory of mehendi day at an Indian wedding from the eyes of a little kid. Mehendi, in Indian culture, represents the celebration of marriage, good luck, and coming of age. This poem follows a kid stumbling upon maturity and intricacy as they attempt to make sense out of it. mehendi by arnav vaidyanathan “Baarish se zyada poore ghar mein (more than the rain, the house) mehendi ki khusbhoo aa rahi hai,”(is filled with the scent of mehendi) Papa doesn’t like the smell. Mumma ne bola, “Didi ko pani deke aao,” (Mumma said, “go give didi water”) as I follow the chum-chums of churiyan (bangles) and laughter All aunties are sunbathing in silk – “Dhyaan se, ragadhna nahi chahiye.” (careful, it shouldn’t smudge) Careful vines wrap around the dulhan’s (bride's) arms. Was that the day I dreamed of being an artist? “Watch your step, abhi tera time nahi aaya”, Nani laughs (it’s not your time yet) I run to Mumma for more kaju katli as I slip on the rain. #art #asia #asianstudentalliance #ringlingcollege

TONIGHT! - Join us for a family friendly and free evening across campus with compelling exhibitions, food trucks, live music, and plenty to explore! - For more information, visit ringlingcollege.gallery

ART WALK TOMORROW! - 5pm - 8pm Ringling College Galleries WHAT’S ON VIEW? - Anthony Rice: Like a Deer -painting, sculpture, and mixed media exploring identity and materiality. (Richard and Barbara Basch Gallery) - Voices & Spaces-New Work from PHOT330. (Cooley Photography Center, 2nd Floor Gallery) - Roots & Resilience-Celebrating African American artists as agents of cultural preservation, activism, and change. (Lois and David Stulberg Gallery) - 7th Annual Portraits of Courage: Vietnam Remembered Years Later-honoring veterans through powerful painted portraits. (Selby Foundation Illustration Gallery) - Keep Refrigerated- Exploring what endures, decays, and transforms when preserved beliefs and truths are exposed. (Crossley Gallery) - Fairy Garden by the Illest of Illustration- a realm of imagination and storytelling. (Willis Smith Gallery) - Spencer Pettit: A Continuing Act of Discovery- textured, expressive works reflecting a lifelong pursuit of connection. (Patricia Thompson Alumni and Skylight Galleries) - For more information, visit ringlingcollege.gallery

READY TO GET ART WALKIN’?! JOIN US, THIS FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14th | 5pm - 8pm - Join us for the next Ringling College Art Walk featuring 9 compelling exhibitions, a premiere screening, 4 food trucks and live music across our on-campus galleries. This free, family-friendly event invites you to experience an evening of art and community! - ON VIEW: Roots and Resilience: Art for Change | October 24 – December 19, 2025 Anthony Rice: Like a Deer | November 3 – December 12, 2025 7th Annual Portraits of Courage: Vietnam Remembered Years Later | November 3 – December 5, 2025 Illest of Ill: Fairy Garden | October 18 – December 5, 2025 Spencer Pettit: A Continuing Act of Discovery | September 5 – November 21, 2025 Keep Refrigerated | November 14 – November 30, 2025 2025 Fall Student Show | MadeBy Gallery Voices and Spaces | Cooley Photography Center Artworks by Valetta | Goldstein Center + A special screening of the premiere of the GENESIS 2024 Documentary during the ART WALK, in the Morganroth Auditorium ——————— 2025–2026 Exhibition Season: Threads of Connection: Art, Community, and Legacy - This season weaves together nearly two dozen exhibitions exploring the interconnections between artistry, identity, and community. From celebrating Sarasota’s original colony artists and alumni legacies to highlighting the creativity of current students, faculty, and clubs, the season showcases the enduring bonds that shape and inspire our community. - Join us as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and build the future through art! . #rcad #rcadgalleries #artwalk #sarasotaart #ringlingcollege