Galleries

Department of Visual Arts

The Department of Visual Arts features multiple galleries showcasing an expansive range of work, from nationally and internationally recognized artists to exhibitions spotlighting UW students. Our gallery spaces include the Visual Arts Main Gallery and the "This and That" Galleries.

In addition to gallery spaces, we invite you to visit the Visual Art Building throughout the academic year. During the spring and fall semesters, you can experience rotating exhibitions of classroom projects representing diverse bodies of student work.

Stay informed about upcoming events by visiting the Visual Arts Events page.

Upcoming Events

Art gallery with portraits and 3-D sculptures.
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Main Visual Arts Gallery

The Visual Art Gallery is a 1,200 square foot exhibition space showcasing the work of nationally and internationally-recognized artists participating in the  Art and Art History Program's visiting artist program. It is also home to the annual BFA Exhibition each spring. The venue is an active and vital learning space for university students, visitors, and the local community.

Learn more by checking out the 2026 line up for Visiting Artists exhibitions and Artists Talks.

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This & That Galleries

Located on the first floor of the UW Visual Arts Building, the This & That Galleries are designated spaces that provide undergraduate students within the Art & Art History program the opportunity to exhibit their creative work.  Students gain professional experience by proposing a solo or group show. Once accepted, the student(s) organize the exhibition space and plan the receptions, and they advertise and promote the work by participating in interviews with local newspapers and radio stations.  Exhibitions rotate every 2-3 weeks and students are allowed to have two exhibition slots before they graduate. Gallery Hours : Concurrent with Visual Art Building hours, closed on weekends. All Receptions are held at the gallery spaces just off the Visual Arts main lobby from 5 to 7 P.M.

 

This & That Programming - Fall 2025

  • August 25 - Sept 12 Best of Portfolio Review
  • September 15 to October 3 Bryson Shosten Calla Shosh
  • October 6 to October 25 Amaya Spartz and Lillian McEwen
    • Reception October 17 
  • October 27 to November 15 Allison Murray and Shulav Manadhar
    • Reception Novemeber 7
  • November 17 - December 12 Rayna Januska and Alexandria Matthews
    • Reception December 5

 

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Keep informed about the current This and That Exhibit.  

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Introducing Swoon exhibition

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Swoon Exhibition