“Being an artist is a selfless thing to do because it’s about sharing perspectives,” Phát Lê says. “I want to tell a story, not just to communicate with my country but also to unify multiple perspectives. I think that’s why I want to be an artist.”

The Graphic Design BFA Thesis show was unveiled at Critical Space on Dec. 14. Showcasing the work of four graduating seniors, the exhibition documented the students’ task of creating a brand for four separate fictitious companies. In the gallery, viewers can see how Candice Bobchak, Brandon Schmidt, Lindsey Harder and Joshua Geduld each used their own styles and artistic vision to reflect the goals of their respective organizations. The exhibition will be open to the public through Dec....

Photographers Samantha Podio and Brad Trone will be exhibiting their BFA thesis work at the Marion Center for the Photographic Arts from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 11. Here the students are shown put the finishing touches on the...

Hayley Rheagan is a former SFUAD student who specializes in fine art photography. In her work, Rheagan utilizes naturally found geometric shapes and patterns in order to create vibrant and colorful abstractions. While her photographs typically depict urban architecture, her keen eye to symmetry, form and color allows her to transform seemingly mundane scenes into beautiful works of art. Her work is often wondrous, occasionally humorous, and always beautiful. Because of this, Rheagan has gained respectable notoriety in both the local and the national art community. Her work has been featured in many periodicals and publications, as well as several solo and group exhibitions. Most recently, Rheagan was in a show sponsored by SCA Contemporary Art in Albuquerque, NM. This exhibition, curated by former SFUAD faculty member Andy Mattern, showcased the work of five photographers who create imagery that is atypical of classical photography. Hayley Rheagan’s work can be followed on her Instagram...