Coming next to the Gallery

Graphic for Ned Stern show Studies and Explorations in the Eva G. Farris Gallery beginning May 15, 2025

Studies and Explorations works by artist Ned Stern

Open to the public: May 15-June 20, 2025 | Opening Reception May 15, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Ned Stern has been painting professionally, since he graduated from college. He received his degree in Fine Art from The American University in Washington, D.C. Presently, Stern maintains a studio at The Pendleton Art Center, in Cincinnati, where he can be found working daily.


Late BloomerColor, Texture & Pattern :: Paper, Plate & Panel recent works by artist Terri Schmitt

Open to the public: July 1-31, 2025 | Opening Reception July 1, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

“I have spent my career as a graphic designer, designing the layout of advertisements, company communications, books, logos, letterheads, and websites. Mid-career I shifted to a different area and studied all things culinary. I cooked for families as a personal chef and a caterer. I have spent years sewing as a hobby and as a comfort. In all of these areas, I was excited by the elements of design and eager to make something with my hands.

“For the last 12 years, I have been painting. In this exhibit, you will see work inspired by my work experiences, my love of cooking and sewing, and my personal life. You could say I am a late bloomer. It has taken me a while to combine my drawing, painting, cooking and sewing passions into my process as an artist. I am only recently finding my artistic voice and making art that feels authentic to who I am.” – Terri Schmitt

The Eva G. Farris Art Gallery is located in the Benedictine Library on the Crestview Hills, Ky., campus of Thomas More University. Initially created to enrich the liberal arts experience at the University, the Gallery has become a leader in exhibiting local, regional, and national contemporary artists and is one of the premier University galleries in Northern Kentucky.

On June 21, 2007, Thomas More University unveiled the naming of the new Art Gallery as the “Eva G. Farris Art Gallery.”

“For some individuals, giving of their time and resources comes naturally. Eva Farris is one of these special individuals,” said Sister Margaret Stallmeyer, former president of Thomas More University. “She not only gives financial support to numerous organizations, but she serves as a committed and passionate volunteer throughout the community.”

A portrait of Eva Farris, painted by Thomas More graduate Taylor Stephenson ’07, hangs on the entry wall of the Gallery. Ms. Stephenson is one of two Thomas More art graduates whose work was selected in a national competition to be displayed at Manifest Gallery in Cincinnati.

For more information on degree programs focused on art that are offered at Thomas More University, CLICK HERE.