“A View from the Easel” – Explore Jessamyn and Sean’s Artistic Practice

We’re excited to share some wonderful news about two remarkable artists, Art Instructor Jessamyn Lovell, and Department of Art alumnus Sean Hudson, who are currently featured in the Hyperallergic article “A View from the Easel: 244”.

The article provides a fascinating look into how Jessamyn utilizes her space to fuel her creative practice. Her studio serves as a workspace and a dynamic environment where art and investigation intertwine, enhancing her creative process in innovative ways.

The article also highlights Sean’s plein air techniques, where he captures the essence of the natural world. His methods emphasize the direct interaction with the environment, creating vivid works of art.

Both studios play a key role in their artistic practices.

To read the full article, please visit https://hyperallergic.com/937218/a-view-from-the-easel-244/

Principal Art Lecturer, Jessamyn Lovell, receiving fellowship at the MacDowell Artist Residency

Principal Art Lecturer, Jessamyn Lovell, receiving fellowship at the MacDowell Artist Residency

MacDowell, the nation’s first artist residency program, has awarded 134 Fellowships to visionary artists working across seven disciplines for its Spring Summer 2026 season. The program is located in Peterborough, New Hampshire. Between March and August of 2026, each artist has an average stay of four weeks. These artists were selected from a competitive pool of 2,618 applicants with an acceptance rate of only 5 percent.

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