The Watkins College of Art invites the public to enjoy gallery exhibitions and related programming. A current list of Events & Exhibitions can be found here, and admission is always free.
Upcoming Events
Exhibition Schedule
Among the Beyond | Undergraduate Alumni Exhibition
January 02 – February 21
Reception + Talk: January 16 from 4–6pm
Leu Gallery in the Lila D. Bunch Library
Among the Beyond is an undergraduate alumni exhibition presenting works of art and design by Watkins College of Art graduates. This year's faculty-nominated, alumni co-curators are Matt Christy ('07) and Blythe Colvin ('20). Join us as we celebrate our alumni's ongoing professional achievements, welcoming them back to share inspiring tales from their creative journeys after graduation!
Ways of Seeing | Benjy Davies
January 02 – February 21
Reception + Talk: January 23 from 4:30–6pm
Gallery 121
Benjy Davies is joining Watkins College at Belmont University after serving as a Professor of Art at the University of Rio Grande in Rio Grande OH and as an Associate Dean at Pikes Peak State College in Colorado Springs, CO. His work includes drawing, painting and printmaking, and has been included in over 300 exhibitions nationally and internationally. The work in this show is an exploration of various approaches artists can use to depict reality in a two-dimensional space, ranging from photo-realism to blind contour drawing, abstraction, non-objectivism and automatic drawing. This work is influenced by both mechanical and biological systems and the act of drawing as a spiritual or meditative practice.
Power in Art | Daybreak Arts, Friends Life Community, & HAPI, Inc.
February 03 – 20
LCVA Lobby
Reception + Talk: Feb 20 from 4:30-6pm
Discover the transformative potential of art! Power in Art is an inspiring exhibit featuring the works of artists from Daybreak Arts, Friends Life Community, and HAPI, Inc. These inspiring organizations elevate the diverse talents and personal stories of artists who use their creativity to overcome challenges, foster community, and advocate for social change. Join us in celebrating the resilience, innovation, and boundless spirit of these incredible artists, and witness firsthand how art can inspire, empower, and connect us all.
Upcoming Exhibitions
March 10 – May 23
Leu Gallery
Reception + Talk: Mar 27 from 4-6pm
From Where Loss Comes is a photography exhibition by Pradip Malde that takes an unblinking look at how sacrifice and belonging are deeply rooted in the human experience, specifically through female genital mutilation (FGM) and cutting in Tanzania.
March 10 – April 04
Gallery 121 + LCVA Lobby
WCA Awards Gala: Apr 03 from 4-6pm
The Watkins College of Art and Kappa Pi student organization presents the professionally juried Annual Student Exhibition. Join in the celebratation of student success with this display of our students' best work!
April 14 – May 02
Gallery 121 + LCVA Lobby
Reception: May 01 from 5-7pm
The Watkins College of Art at Belmont University presents an annual exhibition of fine arts majors' undergraduate thesis projects. This exhibit culminates in a reception that includes the presentation of senior design portfolios.
July 02 – Aug 01
Leu Gallery in Bunch Library
Reception: July 02 from 5-7pm
The Watkins College of Art at Belmont University presents a group MFA thesis exhibition.
The Watkins College of Art invites the community to enjoy exhibitions and related programming. All galleries are free and open to the public. Sign up to receive the monthly WCA Gallery Newsletter and stay up to date on the latest open programming. You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
Do you have questions about our galleries? Please reach out via email to Katie Mitchell, Director of Galleries & Programming.
Galleries
The Watkins College of Art operates four art galleries in Nashville that promote the exhibition of current student, faculty, alumni, and contemporary artists.