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An accordion modified with paint. 🎨

A book with text that can only be seen under a black light. 🔦

A playable cardboard music box. 🎶

These are just a few of the over 800 artists’ books that make up the Herron Art Library’s Fine Press and Book Arts Collection at IU Indianapolis.

And unlike art on a museum wall, most of these works are meant to be opened, have their pages turned or unfolded, and be explored by viewers.

“It’s a really important conversation starter,” Huddle said. “The artists’ books are works of art that attract people to the library. It starts with ‘Look at this cool object we have,’ and ends with a conversation about all of the other resources we offer at the library.”

🔗 Read more about the library’s legacy of creative engagement at the link in bio. A person with curly hair and glasses is sitting at a table, smiling while holding and examining a folded paper creation. The background features a softly blurred bookshelf. by @iuiherron

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As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, we’re celebrating with our final student highlight featuring Ilse Peña-Lopez. Swipe to see artwork by one of our talented students and learn more about Ilse! ✨

How does your artwork reflect your heritage?

“It’s hard to notice my heritage being shown in my work because it’s not straightforward, but I’ll say it’s more about the themes that I create that reflect my heritage. Some Mexican mythology and urban legends, caring about our planet, and colors are some parts of my culture that I feel are reflected in my work. Especially color! I can’t do anything without color or at least try to incorporate it somehow! Even on occasion, some of my pieces of work can have Mexican food incorporated either as the subject or a background piece. While it’s subtle, tiny influences of my heritage, such as the food, the stories, or the colors, are very much reflected in my artwork, just like how it’s reflected in me as a person. I think the best way I can put it is if I were a holiday, it would be Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos); it has memory, nostalgia, (vibrant) colors, and food!” — Ilse Peña-Lopez

#hispanicheritagemonth #studentartwork #hispanicartist by @iuiherron

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Take a creative walk through the Marsh Gallery before it’s current exhibition closes at the end of the week. Caught Between the Tongue and the Taste is having a closing reception this Saturday, October 17th. taken in IUI Herron School of Art + Design by @iuiherron

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Here’s a look at artwork by another one of our talented students is celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Swipe to learn more about Hayden Serrano and see his work! ✨

How does your artwork reflect your heritage?

“Growing up, I was always taught to be Independent and self-reliant. My mom always stressed that success meant hard work. I try to learn from others’ mistakes and use the resources around me to have as little waste as possible. Sometimes I find it hard to relate fully to either of my races. When your race is split, it’s easy to feel like you aren’t enough of either. Yet still I am, so I try to focus on being true to myself and my values. I get a unique perspective of the world, and I’m thankful for that; I try to reflect that in my art.” — Hayden Serrano

#hispanicheritagemonth #studentartist #hispanicartist by @iuiherron

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A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to Robert Horvath, Associate Professor of Painting, for earning the Juried Grand Prize at ArtPrize 2026. 👏

His installation, Room for Lost Paradise, was exhibited in one of the nation’s most prestigious art competitions. The Juried Grand Prize is the competition’s highest honor and comes with a $100,000 award.

We are so proud to have Horvath as part of our faculty, and we are excited to see how his contributions continue to shape our painting program and inspire the success of our students.

#artprize2026 #artprizegrandrapids by @iuiherron

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In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are highlighting another one of our creative students. Swipe to learn about Miche Hernandez and see some of her amazing artwork! 💫

How does your artwork reflect your heritage?

“Being Mexican, I grew up in a culture with a strong sense of community. A lot of my work deals with the themes of various relationships and all of the intense emotions and complexities surrounding them.” — Miche Hernandez

#hispanicheritagemonth #hispanicartist #studentartwork by @iuiherron

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Sophomore VCD students having fun with a typeface exercise in their Design, Media, and Culture course with Associate Professor Helen Sanematsu. taken in IUI Herron School of Art + Design by @iuiherron

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Here is a quick close up view of the current exhibition in the Marsh Gallery. Caught Between the Tongue and the Taste, by Indianapolis-based artist Stephanie Barlow, is on view through October 17. Stop by and explore while it’s still open.

#indianapolisartists #indyart taken in IUI Herron School of Art + Design by @iuiherron

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11 days ago

ÆNIGMATA brings together symbols of power and unity with visual metaphors of faith and transmutation through vibrant 3D artwork.

The exhibition by Andrew Winship, Assistant Fine Art Chair and Associate Professor of Fine Arts, is now on view in our Basile Gallery.

Stop by and see the full exhibition open through November 12! taken in IUI Herron School of Art + Design by @iuiherron

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In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re highlighting the creativity and cultural background of our students.

Swipe to see artwork by Sam Martinez and learn a little bit about one of our talented students! ✨

How does your artwork reflect your heritage?

“My personal artwork has large parts of Native Mexican culture who I am connected to on my dad’s side and things like games, tv shows, and food that I had growing up. I also like to include Spanish in my work because it is incredibly important to continue using my native language, even in my work!” — Sam Martinez

Stay tuned for more highlights of our amazing students during Hispanic Heritage Month!

#hispanicheritagemonth #hispanicartists #studentartwork taken in IUI Herron School of Art + Design by @iuiherron

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The Plates Between Us is an international design exchange workshop bringing together students from United World Institute of Design (UID), Karnavati University, India and Herron School of Art + Design, Indiana University Indianapolis, USA.

This isn’t just about the final design outcome. It’s about conversations, shared cultures, unexpected ideas, laughter, and building real connections across the world, a little like bringing the experience of a study-abroad exchange right to your screen.

Faculty Coordinators
🇮🇳 Prof. Nagesh Lakhan — UID, Karnavati University
🇺🇸 Dr. Amrita Datta — Herron School of Art + Design, Indiana University Indianapolis

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#UID #heronuniveristy #KU #Veesee by @iuiherron

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The Classic Guitar Series returns next week! 🎸

In partnership with Indianapolis Classical Guitar, we’re kicking off this year’s series on October 1 with an evening of classical guitar featuring award-winning musician Virgile Barthe.

Be sure to mark your calendars for these upcoming concerts you won’t want to miss!

📍 Basile Auditorium, Herron School of Art + Design @ 7:30 PM
🎟️ $10 Students | $35 General Admission | Free for ICG Members

Tickets are available at the door (cash or card) or online at the Indianapolis Classical Guitar Website.

#indianapolismusic #classicalguitar #indymusic taken in IUI Herron School of Art + Design by @iuiherron

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