Julia C. Butridge Gallery Exhibit: The Classroom

Darla Barolini, Crush, Acrylic on canvas, 2024

The Classroom

Darla Barolini
On Display: July 6 – August 15, 2026

Artist Reception: Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 7-9 p.m.
Artist Talk: Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 7-9 p.m.

“The Classroom” is an exhibition featuring large-scale paintings and classroom desks exploring education from both educator and student perspectives. Vibrant, expressive paintings depict imagined classroom scenes inspired by the artist’s teaching experience, while the desks blend art history with teenage iconography to create an immersive installation. Together, the works explore themes of connection, community, and growth, contrasted with isolation and apathy, reflecting the classroom's broader societal impact.

Artist Website: www.darlabarolini.com

Instagram: @darlanorma