RJ Messineo: Carnegie Mellon University School of Art Visiting Lecture Series

Artist RJ Messineo is coming to share their work and creative process in an evening lecture hosted jointly by Carnegie Museum of Art and Carnegie Mellon University's School of Art. You'll hear directly from the artist about their paintings, which are currently on view as part of the 59th Carnegie International exhibition. Messineo works in a distinctive way, combining observation with abstraction and using an innovative technique involving wooden boards attached with magnets to create layered, textured surfaces. This is a free public event perfect for anyone interested in contemporary art, whether you're familiar with Messineo's work or simply curious to learn more about how artists develop their practice. No registration fee or ticket purchase is required—just show up and listen. It's a great opportunity for older kids, teens, and adults to connect with living artists and gain insight into the creative process behind the work on display at the museum.