Art
Rend Lake College offers a wide range of options for students interested in art, including a two-year Associate in Arts transfer program, a two-year Associate in Fine Arts curriculum, Art Appreciation classes which fulfill the requirement for other degree programs, and courses in drawing, painting, printmaking, design, jewelry, sculpture and ceramics for those pursuing creative outlets.
Rend Lake College's Arts Publication is "Lake." It celebrates art in all its forms. Past submissions include Fiction| NonFiction | Poetry | Graphic Design | Photography | Food | Film | Play Writing | Fine Art | Sculpture.
Contact: Peggy Davis
Our Student Art Show is an event held each year to showcase the talents of art students at RLC and in area high schools. Check back here to register for the next show.
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Filmmaker to be featured during Diversity Week
Ellen Esling INA, IL (Oct. 15, 2021) -- Join filmmaker Ellen Esling in the RLC Theatre on Tuesday, October 19, at 9:30 a.m. She will present two of her works dealing with issues that impact the health and well-being of rural communities. She will also discuss her interests as a filmmaker, her process, and her work. Esling received her Media Arts MFA from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, where... -
Poet Laureate of Illinois to hold reading during Diversity Week
Angela Jackson INA, IL (Oct. 15, 2021) -- Angela Jackson, Poet Laureate of Illinois, will present a reading as part of Rend Lake College's Diversity Week. Jackson will speak in the RLC Theater on Monday, Oct. 18, at noon. Born in Greenville, MS, Jackson is the fifth of nine children. She moved to the Southside of Chicago with her family when she was young. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree... -
RLC Diversity Week to celebrate Diwali Festival of Lights
INA, IL (Oct. 15, 2021) -- Rend Lake College will pay special tribute to the Indian holiday Diwali during a presentation on Wednesday, Oct. 20, in the RLC Theater from 1-2 p.m. Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s Indian Student Association President Mandeep Redhu and crew will delve into the history of Diwali, the cultures that celebrate the holy festival, what the festival represents, and also... -
Diversity Week at RLC October 18-22
INA, Ill. (Oct. 14, 2021) — During Diversity Week, cultural and international themed events are offered with the purpose of increasing awareness, understanding and inclusivity. The events are open to all students, faculty and staff and range from film showings to guest speakers and performers. This fall's lineup includes 30 film viewings, six live events and one virtual option. Diversity Week... -
Fantasy illustrator Velhagen hosts art demo at RLC
INA, Ill. (March 3, 2020) — Rend Lake College students got a firsthand look at the creative process on Tuesday when fantasy illustrator Eric Velhagen conducted a live art demonstration on campus. Velhagen’s art has been on display at RLC for the past several weeks as part of the college’s ongoing Visiting Artist Series. The art demonstration allowed him to interact with students and members of... -
Public invited to student art show at RLC
UPDATE — Due to ongoing health concerns with COVID-19, Rend Lake College has canceled the following event. RLC is committed to the safety of students, faculty, staff and the public and is working to limit large gatherings during this time. For up-to-date information on the college’s plan moving forward, visit rlc.edu/coronavirus. INA, Ill. (March 3, 2020) — The best artwork by Rend Lake College... -
RLC has plenty of studio art classes to offer in coming semesters
INA, Ill. (Feb. 14, 2020) — Want to brandish your creative side? How about taking on a new type of artistic challenge? Rend Lake College offers a variety of studio art classes each semester that can help nurture your skills in many different mediums. And these classes are not just for students looking to pursue an art degree. Anyone interested in honing their talents is welcome to register. To... -
See the fantasy artwork of Eric Velhagen at RLC
INA, Ill. (Feb. 11, 2020) — Dive into a visual world of fantasy this month as acclaimed artist Eric Velhagen showcases his work in the RLC Theatre. Velhagen’s fantasy illustrations are now on display in the Rend Lake College Theatre Lobby and the exhibit will be on the Ina Campus until Friday, March 6. Velhagen will also be on campus to give a live demo at noon Tuesday, March 3 in the Learning...
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Arts & Sciences Division
Phone: (618) 437-5321 Ext. 1263
Email: [email protected]
Address: 468 N. Ken Gray Parkway, Ina, IL 62846 Attn: Arts & Sciences
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Upcoming Events
| 12 Week Last Day to Drop With a Refund Nov 28 2022 |
| 16 Week Last Day to Drop Nov 28 2022 |
| 8 Week II Last Day to Drop Nov 28 2022 |
| Visiting Artist: Melena Farley Oct 24 2022 |
| RLC Christmas Concert Nov 29 2022 |
| "Lake" Arts Publication Submission Deadline Nov 30 2022 |
| Murphy-Wall Campus 20th Anniversary Nov 30 2022 |
| Last Day of Regular Classes Dec 02 2022 |
| Spring Graduation Application Deadline Dec 02 2022 |
| Semester Exams Dec 03 2022 |