The Parkland College Digital Media Juried Student Show is an annual event showcasing the best work of students in the Graphic Design, Web Design and Digital Meda programs.

Each year, hundreds of people view the exhibition in the Parkland Art Gallery. Ad agency principals, creative directors, art directors and other professionals in the marketing communication and gaming industries are invited to view the show. As a Parkland student, this is your first real opportunity to make a mark and launch your self-promotion campaign.

Important dates for this year's Student Exhibition:

  • Wednesday, April 30: Entry deadline. Please hand-deliver entries for jurying to room D026 according to the following schedule:
    > Tuesday, April 29 (9am–4:30pm)
    > Wednesday, April 30 (9am–4:30pm)

  • Wednesday, May 6: Extended Entry deadline. Please hand-deliver late entries for jurying to your instructor.

  • Tuesday, May 13: Return of unaccepted entries. After jurying, unaccepted entries may be picked up in room D026 between 10am and 2pm (if you wish to have your entry returned).

  • Monday, May 19: Exhibit opens. Summer gallery hours are Monday–Thursday, 10am–3pm & 6–8pm.

  • Thursday, May 22: Opening reception. Food and drinks with music by DJ Lincoln Jones from 6–8pm in the Gallery Lounge. Awards ceremony at 7pm.

  • Wednesday, June 18 at 2pm: What is Graphic Design? A gallery talk by John Havlik, adjunct professor at Parkland and former senior designer at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.

  • Thursday, June 19: Exhibit closes.

  • Tuesday, June 24: Return of artwork. You may pick up your art in room D026 between 9am-4:30 pm (if you wish to have your entry returned). If you can't come to D026 during designated times, you may arrange for pick up by contacting the Art Gallery at 217-351-2485.  If you do not make arrangements, your entry will be disposed of on Friday, June 27.

  • Friday, June 27: Disposal of artwork.

 

 

Questions? Contact Paul Young