The Art Show Artist Talk

Artist and art professional Alexis McGrigg will talk with this year's group of MFA students whose work is currently on display inside the Casselberry Arts Center.

McGrigg will engage in conversations that will unveil deeper insight into these artist's headspace and their practices. Guests will be invited to ask questions at the end of the conversation. Come support some of Central Florida's talented emerging artists on June 12.

Doors at 6PM

Conversation starts at 7PM

THE ART SHOW is a juried exhibition for University of Central Florida MFA students that invites participants to explore their practice beyond the studio and question the conventions of exhibition-making. Through public engagement, including an artist talk and a playful awards ceremony, the show creates a space where critique, evaluation, and interpretation are both visible and flexible.

Selected artists gain firsthand experience working within institutional frameworks, collaborating with gallery staff, and navigating both the logistical and conceptual demands of a professionally mounted exhibition. The program is designed to foster professional development, encourage artists to think beyond their individual studio practices, and increase visibility within the Central Florida arts community. By blending thoughtful reflection with humor and experimentation, THE ART SHOW transforms the exhibition itself into a participatory, pedagogical experience that highlights the creative and conceptual growth of emerging artists.

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