MICA Weekend

MICA Weekend 2023

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2023 Schedule
Schedule of Activities & Events

There's so much to do...with many more activities and events being added in the weeks ahead! Check back often for the latest updates.

Registration Check-in & Information Table

Stop by the registration table in front of the Fox Building on Friday and Saturday to pick up your name tag, program, and everything you need to find your way to all the events. 

  • Friday, September 22 from 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Saturday, September 23 from 9 AM to 6 PM

Coming to the Master Guild brunch? Come straight to Main 110 on Sunday, September 24 at 11 AM!

Parents Day

Friday, September 22

View MICA Graduate Studies’ Alumni Exhibition in the Sheila & Richard Riggs Gallery and the Leidy Gallery of the Fred Lazarus IV Graduate Studio Center on North Avenue.

Curated by accomplished Alumna and Curator, Ashley Molese '14, MFA (Curatorial Practice), the Alumni Exhibition will showcase the work of several alumni from MICA’s graduate MFA and MA programs. Invited artists will exhibit materially rich and diverse practices drawing from their experiences from and beyond their time at MICA. Stop in to see the work and engage with our community of artists and students.

Participating artists:

  • Bhoomi Mistry '22, Art Education/Teaching MFA
  • Denise Shanté Brown '17, Social Design MA
  • Katty Huertas '20, Mount Royal School of ArtMFA
  • Kei Ito '16, Photographic & Electronic Media MFA (former)
  • Kyle Ellingson '21, Illustration Practice MFA
  • Lia Liao '20, Illustration MA, Graphic Design MA
  • Liz Miller '21, Photographic & Electronic Media MFA (former)
  • Maceo Tendaji Lester '17, Filmmaking MFA
  • Mama Sallah Jenkins '23, Rinehart School of Sculpture MFA
  • McKinley Wallace III '21, Graphic Design MFA
  • Noor Khan '22, Community Arts MFA
  • Saskia Kahn '22, Photography + Media & Society MFA
  • Sizhu Li '18, Studio Art (Summer Low-Residency) MFA
  • Taha Heydari '16, Hoffberger School of Painting MFA

Open to MICA Weekend registrants with a wristband, MICA ID holders, and participating artists.

Enjoy a  tour of art exhibits throughout campus.

 

A special welcome by President Sammy Hoi and his leadership team including all you need to know about Campus Safety, Academic Programs, Health and Wellness, Entrepreneurship and more!

This session will also feature our popular "Parents Guide to Professional Development" which is focussed on helping parents of MICA students prepare for their journey  through and after MICA. Learn more about our MICA professional checklist , graduate school preparation, and resources to help your student during the job search.

Agenda:

  • 10:30 AM Welcome by Bonnie Washington, Parents Council Chair 
  • 10:35 AM Opening by Sammy Hoi, President
  • 10:40 AM Student Life, with Megan Miller, Associate Dean for Student Integrated Learning, Student Affairs & Judith M. Kinney, PhD Associate Vice President Student Health and Wellness
  • 11:00 AM MICA, Art & Design Education, Careers with Rob Sabal, Provost 
  • 11:10 AM BREAK
  • 11:15 AM Parents Guide to Professional Development with Lynn Sperring, Executive Director of Career Development 
  • 11:30 AM Student panel
  • 11:45 AM Q&A 
  • 12:05 PM Closing Remarks by Bonnie Washington, Parents Council Chair

Open to MICA Weekend registrants with a wristband and MICA ID holders.

 

Join fellow MICA parents for lunch at Gateway!

Open to MICA Weekend registrants with a wristband and MICA ID holders.

 

What is it like to take a class at MICA? The Undergraduate Areas of Study have crafted unique curricular experiences for parents that share a taste of what it is like to learn at MICA. The range of Sandbox Activities for Parents includes the magic of darkroom photography experience, experimental animation process, digital fabrication, lively art history panel, and more. The activities are led by MICA’s renowned faculty and staff, who designed the interactive curricular activities with a programmatic outline and instruction, process of artistic and material exploration, and a power critique. 

Sandbox activities include:

Limited to MICA parents with MICA Weekend wristbands only. Must register to attend.

After an afternoon of exploring MICA, hearing from our leadership team, and participating in our interactive activities, relax, socialize and unwind with fellow MICA parents.

Open to MICA Parents with a MICA Weekend wristband only. Must register to attend.

Explore a wide range of incredible artwork, craft pieces, artisan-made products our alumni create in our three-day public sale on campus.

Open to all.

Join us for an evening with acclaimed plant stylist, entrepreneur, photographer and artist, Hilton Carter '02 as he discusses his entrepreneurial journey. His unique approach to plant care and design has garnered international recognition and a continued partnership with retail giant Target and has inspired countless individuals to incorporate nature into their living spaces. Find Hilton on these channels as an influencer on Instagram, partner with Target, and co-founder of Baltimore's Green Neighbor plant shop.

Reception to follow. Seating is limited.

Open to MICA Weekend registrants with a wristband. MICA ID holders, and members of the public who buy day-of tickets.


Alumni, Parents &
friends Day

Saturday, September 23

View MICA Graduate Studies’ Alumni Exhibition in the Sheila & Richard Riggs Gallery and the Leidy Gallery of the Fred Lazarus IV Graduate Studio Center on North Avenue.

Curated by accomplished Alumna and Curator, Ashley Molese '14, MFA (Curatorial Practice), the Alumni Exhibition will showcase the work of several alumni from MICA’s graduate MFA and MA programs. Invited artists will exhibit materially rich and diverse practices drawing from their experiences from and beyond their time at MICA. Stop in to see the work and engage with our community of artists and students.

Participating Alumni:

  • Bhoomi Mistry '22, Art Education/Teaching MFA
  • Denise Shanté Brown '17, Social Design MA
  • Katty Huertas '20, Mount Royal School of ArtMFA
  • Kei Ito '16, Photographic & Electronic Media MFA (former)
  • Kyle Ellingson '21, Illustration Practice MFA
  • Lia Liao '20, Illustration MA, Graphic Design MA
  • Liz Miller '21, Photographic & Electronic Media MFA (former)
  • Maceo Tendaji Lester '17, Filmmaking MFA
  • Mama Sallah Jenkins '23, Rinehart School of Sculpture MFA
  • McKinley Wallace III '21, Graphic Design MFA
  • Noor Khan '22, Community Arts MFA
  • Saskia Kahn '22, Photography + Media & Society MFA
  • Sizhu Li '18, Studio Art (Summer Low-Residency) MFA
  • Taha Heydari '16, Hoffberger School of Painting MFA

Are you an Graduate Studies alumnus? Don't forget to visit the Graduate Studies Reunion Reception from 3:30 to 5:30!

Open to MICA Weekend registrants with a wristband, MICA ID holders, and participating artists.

 

Join us for a session of TED Talk-inspired lectures featuring art and industry pioneers John Angelos (Chair and Managing Partner of  the Baltimore Orioles / MICA Trustee),  Aleksandra Bogunovic '13, (CEO of Aerothreds)  Jerrell Gibbs '20, (esteemed painter), Bora Shin '04, (Samsung) and Winston Frazer '16 (CEO Danae) as they share their journey with the MICA community.

(Note: Below start times are approximate.)

Bora Shin '04 (10:00 a.m.)

Bora Shin is a multi-disciplinary designer based in the Bay area. She currently leads a visual interaction team that focuses on Smart TV experiences at Samsung. Over the years, she championed design within both public and private organizations by leading teams with user-centered point-of-view and socially responsible standards.

Aleksandra Bogunovic '13 (10:30 a.m.)

As CEO of Aerothreads, Aleksandra Bogunovic leads a woman-owned small business in College Park, Maryland that specializes in the design, fabrication and installation of Multi-Layer Insulation blankets that protect spacecraft hardware from the harsh environment of space. Her team is made up of makers, artists and engineers, most of whom have a background in textiles, fibers, fashion, or costume design.

Winston Frazer '16 (11:00 a.m.)

CEO and co-founder of Danae Prosthetics, Winston Frazer hopes to help amputees around the world embrace their lives through the ability to tell their story through personalized, uniquely crafted prosthetic covers.

Jerrell Gibbs '20 (11:30 a.m.)

Jerrell Gibbs '20 opposes deceptive perceptions of Black men by questioning master narratives and their connection to a muted visual history. Gibbs’ paintings are acts of resistance; asserting power over visual stereotypes. He paints the Black male figure with adornments, such as flowers, and contextualizes them in moments of peace, rest and solitude. These gestures function to dismantle the visual mis-representatiaon of violence, trauma and pain. Jerrell's work is in the permanent collection of the Columbus Museum of Art, CC Foundation, X Museum, Baltimore Museum of Art, and the Los Angeles Museum of Art. 

Open to all.

Ever wanted to see how an artist plies their craft? Here’s your chance! Take a peek behind the curtains to see how MICA students move through their processes to get their art into the world. 

Open to MICA Weekend registrants with a wristband and MICA ID holders.

"Embrace the Canvas: A Student Art Exhibition on Identity" is a captivating display of creativity and self-expression, celebrating the unique identities of MICA's young artists. This vibrant showcase brings together a diverse array of artistic styles, mediums, and narratives, as each student artist fearlessly delves into their personal journey of self-discovery.

The artwork on display not only embraces personal identity but also fosters an appreciation for the rich tapestry of human experiences. Visitors will encounter a mosaic of perspectives, highlighting the interconnectedness of humanity despite our differences.

Location: Office of Culture and Identity's first-floor gallery space

Note: Elevator accessible via the Technology Center entrance.

Open to all.

Learn about MICA’s degree and non-degree seeking programs for the community, see alumni work, and meet vice provost, Office of Open Studies, David Gracyalny. Each semester (Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer), Open Studies provides a wide range of community education in fine arts and professional practice design courses, and youth and teen programs. Reception for alumni and friends follows the program.

Open to all.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been canceled.

We look forward to welcoming graduate studies alumni back to campus for MICA Weekend 2023! Please be reminded that friends, family, and spouses are always welcome to join us for this special reception at Lazarus Center.

Exhibition Location:  The Sheila & Richard Riggs Gallery and the Leidy Gallery

Curated by: Ashley Molese, an independent producer, curator and festival organizer who is currently curator of FUTURES at the Smithsonian Arts+Industries Building.

Open to MICA Weekend registrants with a wristband and MICA ID holders.

Meet up with alumni, friends, and family at this celebratory dinner reception!

Dinner included with paid registration, limited to MICA community only.

Headshot of TT the Artist

Rocking crowds with her fist pumping and high energy performances, TT the Artist has performed on national and global stages among artists such as Big Freedia, Peaches, Crystal Waters, Lil Uzi Vert, Teyana Taylor, Diplo, and more. TT The Artist’s vocal influence is highly regarded and has been sampled in songs such as  J Lo “Booty,” Iggy Azalea “Woke Up,” and Chloe Bailey “Have Mercy,”  landing TT her first RIAA-certified Gold Record.

As a producer and sound composer, TT The Artist's musical success in the television and the film sync world has secured her music placements on Lena Waithe's Twenties, Netflix Originals' Nappily Ever After, P Valley, and Issa Rae's HBO hit series Insecure, and more. 

Join us in Falvey Hall for a special, one-night only performance!

Open to MICA Weekend registrants with a wristband, MICA ID holders, and members of the public who buy day-of tickets.

 

Explore the wide range of incredible artwork, craft pieces, artisan-made products our alumni create in our three-day public sale on campus.

Open to all.


Master Guild (50+ Year Alumni) Day

Sunday, September 24

Open to members of the class of 1973 and prior, MICA's Master Guild Brunch will feature remembrances and stories of a time when MICA was simply "The Institute."

If you are interested in purchasing three or more tickets or have previously registered for MICA Weekend and would like to add a ticket to the Master Guild Celebration Brunch, please contact Mansoor Ali at 410-225-2397 or mali01@mica.edu

Open to invited/registered Master Guild alumni only.

 

Explore the wide range of incredible artwork, craft pieces, artisan-made products our alumni create in the last day of this public sale on campus.

Open to all.

Contact us

Office of Alumni Relations & Parent Relations

More Info

Location

1300 W Mount Royal Ave Baltimore 21217

Contact

P: 410.225.2262 E-mail

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