BIO
James Rogers’ is an interdisciplinary artist originally from Gainesville Florida. James’ practice focuses on painting, drawing and mixed media work. In May of 2018, James graduated from the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD) with a BFA in new studio practice (studio art). James’ work tackles a range of themes including, war, violence, inner conflict, isolation, and trauma. In his practice he often utilizes figure and portraiture, often blending figurative elements with abstraction.
CV
Exhibitions
2018 Bridge Work 04, Var West Gallery, Milwaukee WI
2018 University Club Tower Exhibition, University Club Tower, Milwaukee WI
2018 Var Collective Exhibition, Var Gallery, Milwaukee WI
2018 MIAD Senior Thesis Exhibition, MIAD Raw Space, Milwaukee WI
2017 Figure Exhibition, Var Gallery, M bilwaukee WI
2017 MIAD Junior Open Studio Show, Hide House, Milwaukee WI
2017 The Affected Body, MIAD Wallway Gallery, Milwaukee WI
2016 The Model is Present, MIAD Student Union, Milwaukee WI
2016 Santa Fe College Annual Art Show, Gainesville FL
2015 26th Annual Juried Art Show, Elgin Community College, Elgin IL
2014 25th Annual Juried Art Show, Elgin Community College, Elgin IL
Education
B.F.A. (2018) Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (Studio Art)