Alumni Stories

A massive mosaic by alumna Laura Owens offers a meaningful welcome to travelers visiting New York City.

A RISD team creates a stunning, energy-efficient getaway in New York’s Catskill Mountains.

Painter Ryan Wallace reflects on the challenges of keeping both his practice and gallery afloat through tumultuous times.

Emerging artists Ling Chun and Stephanie Hanes are recognized for taking risks and opening up new dialogues in the field.

Assistant Professor Sean Salstrom encourages students to make discoveries within—and beyond—the constraints of remote learning.

With multiple exhibitions this year, Judith Schaechter is attracting new appreciation for her amazing stained glass work.

Industrial designer Colin P. Kelly is part of a NYC-based team working to address critical needs during the pandemic.

For Painting graduate Martin Mull, a love of labor drives his studio practice—a 50-year labor of love.

Through the RI-based Ventilator Project, three alumni are working to get much-needed equipment to hospitalized COVID patients.