The Department of Art & Design at Montclair State University in partnership with Studio Montclair presents Launchpad, a juried exhibition featuring the thesis work of select graduating students from the department.

Launchpad will showcase a range of works from the following programs:

• Visual Arts
• Visual Communication Design
• Fashion Design & Merchandising
• Product Design

Visitors will have the opportunity to experience a compelling sampling of the talent of Montclair State University students showing 2D works that explore a diverse range of themes. These thought-provoking artworks visually communicate cultural issues and modern concepts.

The Department of Art and Design is thrilled to have the opportunity to partner with Studio Montclair for this exhibition of student work. It has been a delight to work with the members and staff at SMI, and to form a meaningful connection with such a longstanding and important leader in the cultural conversation of Montclair. I look forward to the inclusion of our students’ voices in that conversation, and to hopefully expanding our relationships and building deeper connections between our communities.”

— Christopher Kaczmarek, Chair, Department of Art and Design, Montclair State University

Studio Montclair has always believed in the importance of collaboration, partnerships and community and we are delighted to welcome Montclair State University into our main gallery at 127 Bloomfield Avenue for their thesis show, “Launchpad”, an exhibition of student thesis work from MSU’s Department of Art and Design.  We can’t wait to see what these talented artists have been creating and can now share with the entire Montclair community and beyond!”

— Phoebe Pollinger, SMI Board Member and past President