The Spring 2024 senior capstone exhibition Realms of Color is displayed at the A.D. Gallery through Saturday, April 6.

The exhibiting artists are Shannon Casey, Brittany Edwards, Abigail Parnell and Jessica Plessinger. A reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at Locklear Hall on Friday, April 5. 

It is well-known that color can influence someone’s mood, behavior or perspective. Realms of Color is a collection of the artist's understanding of color and how it can emphasize their work. Parnell, Edwards, Plessinger and Casey all take varying approaches. 

Parnell hopes to have the viewer understand the science behind color psychology and the power it can hold within design elements. Edwards explores how color and style can alter the narrative of images often interpreted as tragic or scary. Plessinger utilizes color to further portray the emotional meaning behind her figurative and abstract paintings. Casey urges the viewer to contemplate unity despite ongoing discrimination as she depicts the same subject in several assorted colors. 

The student artists hope the audience can explore how color can alter perspective and what each interpretation might mean to them. For more information about the gallery and exhibition, visit the gallery’s website.