Vision. Sound. Movement. The Art in the Library program at Columbia College Chicago provides an open, supportive and inviting setting to showcase the talent and creativity of our own community of artists. Since its inception in 2002, Art in the Library has offered library visitors the opportunity to experience the rich cultural diversity and progressive attitudes which thrive in the Columbia environment.
Presenting the work of Columbia College Chicago students, faculty, staff and alumni, the Art in the Library program exhibits works in all forms of visual arts, including sculpture, painting, drawings, and paper and book arts. Exhibitions by different artists are shown quarterly on a rotating basis.
The Art in the Library Committee welcomes all Columbia College Chicago artists to submit work for consideration. Please review the submission guidelines and artwork form.
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Message from the Dean of the library
"I was stunned and delighted to discover a library staff of talented artists, designers, photographers, filmmakers, musicians, actors, and writers when I arrived at Columbia in late summer 2001.
It was all too much, too big, too good to remain in the closet.
My hope is that you will see the library and its staff not only as your links to information and knowledge, but also as your creative colleagues in this gifted Columbia arts community.
Welcome to the Art in the Library."
Jo Cates, Dean of the Library