An individual\u2019s \u201cstate of mind\u201d is defined as their overall condition, including their attitude, feelings, mood, thoughts, and perspective. This is an integral part of an artist\u2019s mindset and frequently drives their practice and personal style of artmaking. The word \u201cstate\u201d is also used to reference a particular territory or region, and in the DFW metroplex, that can only mean one thing – Texas. These two concepts support the theme of the Spring 2026 exhibition that revolves around Texas artists and the sense of unique individualism that comes from a combination of these elements to form the phrase State of Mind.<\/p>\n
Highlighted are several artworks from the Charles T. Williams Memorial Collection. Considered to be one of the first significant modern sculptors in Texas, Williams was known for innovative abstract forms that veered away from the popular art styles of Realism and Regionalism that depicted the human experience in more life-like and easily recognizable ways during the early and mid-20th century. Among the collection are several of Williams\u2019 contemporaries, including Roy Fridge, Jim Love, Gene Owens, and Ed Storms. Williams himself is featured in the UTA Public Art Collection, and his sculpture Terminal Trio stands in front of the north fa\u00e7ade of the Fine Art Building.<\/p>\n
Also on view are a series of paintings and prints from both historical and contemporary artists of Texas. Please join us throughout the semester to celebrate these artists and their works.<\/p>\n
Monday, February 2 \u2013 Thursday, August 20\\; 9 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m. Visual Resource Collections & Gallery, Ste. 2109, Fine Arts Building, 2nd floor.<\/p>\n
Exhibition launch will be held in coordination with the opening reception for The Gallery at UTA\u2019s spring exhibition, If You Could See What I See: A New Generation Explores Texas Art, on Saturday, February 7, 10 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m. A panel discussion will be held at 11 a.m. and refreshments will be served 12-2 p.m.<\/p>\n