Featuring work by graduate students earning their degrees this year, RISD Grad Show 2024 highlights the creativity of students at all stages of the thesis process, from sketches and drafts to completed works. The show is presented both as an in-person exhibition at the Rhode Island Convention Center (open to the public May 23–June 1), and as a digital publication that showcases work by RISD grad students across 19 advanced degree programs.

The RISD Grad Show 2024 digital site would not have been possible without the many individuals who generously offered their support, expertise, time and guidance. The publication was supported by Touba Ghadessi (Provost) and production was handled by the RISD Museum’s Digital Initiatives team. Special thanks to team members Brendan Campbell, Jeremy Radtke, and Ariel Hirschhorn who oversaw every aspect of the creation and building of the site. This project truly would not have happened without their patience, diligence and generosity. Special thanks to Amy Horschak, Director of Graduate Studies for her support and commitment to moving this project forward. Her communication and insights kept things on track, often ensuring that grads had the information they needed to help them meet deadlines. Thanks to Mark Moscone, Director of Campus Exhibitions for his dedication and vision.

The graphic identity of the site was conceived by Emily Bluedorn and Gabriel Drozdov, MFA Graphic Design 2024. Many thanks for their time developing an elegant, thoughtful design that seamlessly carries through the entire site. Thanks also to the directors of the departments and programs featured here.