2026 MFA Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition

May 1–16, 2026 12 – 6 pm Wattis Institute / Novack Gallery

The culminating exhibition of MFA thesis work by CCA's 2026 graduate candidates, featuring works across all fine arts disciplines.

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MFA thesis exhibition at CCA's Wattis Institute

About the Exhibition

The 2026 MFA Thesis Exhibition is the culminating public presentation of graduate candidates across CCA's fine arts disciplines — a multi-week exhibition held at the Wattis Institute and the Deborah and Kenneth Novack Gallery.

Spanning painting, sculpture, photography, film, performance, and interdisciplinary practice, the exhibition brings together the full breadth of MFA thesis work. The exhibition is free and open to the public. The closing reception coincides with the All-Campus Graduation Exhibition event on May 15.

Format: Public exhibition with closing reception
Degree level: MFA Fine Arts
Duration: Wednesday–Saturday, May 1–16, 12–6 PM
Venues: Wattis Institute & Novack Gallery
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