Texas Tech University School of Art

Texas Tech University School of Art The School of Art at Texas Tech provides education in the arts and exhibitions, lectures and symposia on topics of contemporary art.

Remembering Dr. Rina Little: On July 20, 2026, the TTU School of Art lost an integral member of the Art Education facult...
09/03/2026

Remembering Dr. Rina Little:

On July 20, 2026, the TTU School of Art lost an integral member of the Art Education faculty. Dr. Rina Little joined the School of Art in 2019 as an Associate Professor and held that position until 2025.

Dr. Little will be remembered by her students as more than a professor. She was a mentor, advocate, and source of encouragement. She challenged students to think critically about the role of art in education and society while helping them develop the confidence to find their own voices as educators and creative thinkers.
She will be dearly missed by all of those who were fortunate to work alongside her and were taught by her.

Those who wish to read more about her life and accomplishments may view her obituary here. https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/silver-spring-md/rina-little-12987884

Remembering Future Akins Retired Art Education faculty member and TTU School of Art alumni, Future Akins passed away on ...
09/03/2026

Remembering Future Akins

Retired Art Education faculty member and TTU School of Art alumni, Future Akins passed away on August 19, 2026. Her passing leaves an unfillable void, not only for the School of Art but in the Lubbock arts community.

Future devoted her life and career to art and to the belief that meaningful engagement with art could transform the lives of young people. Her influence reached far beyond the university, particularly through her contributions to secondary art education in Lubbock and across the South Plains. Through her teaching, mentorship, and professional relationships, she helped strengthen the connection between higher education, public schools, art educators, and the broader creative community.

Her impact on her students was equally profound. Future was an advocate who encouraged aspiring art educators to approach teaching with curiosity, compassion, and imagination. She challenged students to think not only about how to teach art, but also about why art matters. Her students continue to share with us how they have carried those lessons into their own classrooms, extending her influence throughout Lubbock, the South Plains, and beyond.

As a practicing artist, Future was also an integral part of the Lubbock artist community. Her work examined the themes that touched on personal and social issues in the community. She never shied away from the hard topics and reveled in giving a voice to the underrepresented.
For those who would like to read more about Future, please follow this link:
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/future-akins-obituary?id=62241954&utm_source=webshareapi&utm_medium=share_button&utm_campaign=wsapimobile_beta

Tomorrow y’all!!! Don’t forget!!!!Landmark Arts invites you to join us for the exhibition “From the Faraway Nearby” feat...
08/06/2026

Tomorrow y’all!!! Don’t forget!!!!

Landmark Arts invites you to join us for the exhibition “From the Faraway Nearby” featuring work by Monika Meler. Monika Meler is the director of TTU School of Art and is also part of the printmaking faculty.

Friday, August 7th, from 6PM - 9PM at TTU School of Art Satellite Gallery.

Monika Meler is a newcomer to TTU from Georgia so let’s show them some Hub City hospitality!!!!!!

Landmark Arts invites you to join us for the exhibition “From the Faraway Nearby” featuring work by Monika Meler. Monika...
08/03/2026

Landmark Arts invites you to join us for the exhibition “From the Faraway Nearby” featuring work by Monika Meler.

Monika Meler is the director of TTU School of Art and is also part of the printmaking faculty.

Please come check out their show Friday, August 7th, from 6PM - 9PM at TTU School of Art Satellite Gallery.

Monika Meler is a newcomer to TTU from Georgia so lets show them some Hub City hospitality at their exhibition next Friday.

Reminder!Landmark Arts invites you to join us for the exhibition “From the Faraway Nearby” featuring work by Monika Mele...
07/28/2026

Reminder!

Landmark Arts invites you to join us for the exhibition “From the Faraway Nearby” featuring work by Monika Meler.

Monika Meler is the director of TTU School of Art and is also part of the printmaking faculty. They are busy with residencies this summer and the work featured in the show was created and/or started during those residencies.

Please come check out their show Friday, August 7th, from 6PM - 9PM at TTU School of Art Satellite Gallery.

Landmark Arts invites you to join us for the exhibition “From the Faraway Nearby” featuring work by Monika Meler. Monika...
07/22/2026

Landmark Arts invites you to join us for the exhibition “From the Faraway Nearby” featuring work by Monika Meler. Monika Meler is the director of TTU School of Art and is also part of the printmaking faculty. They are busy with residencies this summer and the work featured in the show was created and/or started during those residencies. Please come check out their show Friday, August 7th, from 6PM - 9PM at TTU School of Art Satellite Gallery. Monika Meler is a newcomer to TTU from Georgia so lets show them some Hub City hospitality at their exhibition next Friday. This exhibition is part of the FFAT August.

In those times when Brandy González might have struggled a little to believe in herself, it didn’t matter because she ha...
07/11/2026

In those times when Brandy González might have struggled a little to believe in herself, it didn’t matter because she had Texas Tech University professors who believed in her enough to make up for it.

As a result of that unwavering support, González earned two master’s degrees from the School of Art in the J.T. & Margaret Talkington School of Visual & Performing Arts and then launched a successful art career. After completing her master’s in art education, Texas Tech faculty were instrumental in encouraging her to pursue her master’s in fine arts.

“They helped me believe that I could do something more rather than just stopping after my educational degree,” González said. “Without their support, I don’t know if I would have pursued my MFA. They believed in me in such a fierce way.” Read more by clicking on the link in our bio

It has been a great week for our MAE students here on campus.
06/11/2026

It has been a great week for our MAE students here on campus.

In May, the TTU Graphic Design program’s Design in the Community, helped with the identity and branded collateral of Lu...
06/11/2026

In May, the TTU Graphic Design program’s Design in the Community, helped with the identity and branded collateral of Lubbock Lemonade Day. This is year 2 of a 3-year partnership with the organization. We are grateful for the partnership and real-world experience gained by our students.
Thanks Lubbock Lemonade Day!
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The TTU School of Art was honored to partner with Lubbock ISD Fine Arts for the 3rd Annual LISD Portfolio Scholarship Co...
05/19/2026

The TTU School of Art was honored to partner with Lubbock ISD Fine Arts for the 3rd Annual LISD Portfolio Scholarship Competition. This event features some of the most talented visual art students in the city and annually awards eight $1,000 scholarships and two camp scholarships each year. We look forward to seeing what's in store for these amazing young artists! Special thanks to Nealy MacKenzie Holley for all the work you do for LISD Fine Arts, Tricia Earl , Hillary Erin Russell, Kristy Kristinek, Von Venhuizen for all your work behind the scenes and to our jurors, Shannon Cannings, Dirk Fowler, Peter Walz and Will Cannings.

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