About the Artist
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Meredith Cawley is a multimedia artist whose work has been described as “candy-coated medicine”—appealing and approachable, yet resonant with deeper truths that take root over time. Her current line of inquiry focuses on how cultural opinions represent, shape, and affect the bear as a symbol of resilience and displacement. Her 10 years as an outreach educator at the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History inspire, inform, and drive her practice.
Cawley earned her MFA from the University of Houston in 2016 and her BFA from Sam Houston State University in 2012. Recent projects include No Vacancies, a solo show exploring themes of absence and presence, participation in 150 Years / 150 Artists at Fort Worth Contemporary Arts, and the installation In Conversation with Tait’s "In a Tight Fix" at Box 13 Window Space in Houston, Texas. She is currently a fellow with UNT’s Special Collections, where she is delving into the archive of conspiracy theorist Jim Marrs. Contact UNT Email: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meredithcawley/ |
News & Updates:
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Collaboration with Annette Becker Featured in SMU Libraries Blog A recent collaboration between myself and Annette Becker, Director of the Texas Fashion Collection, was featured in the SMU Libraries Blog. The project, still in progress, is an educational video exploring the innovative work of designer Hae Mori, particularly her use of obi materials in a mini dress. Co-managed by Becker and myself, this video is part of my role as a Foundations Lecturer at UNT, where I help students connect with research resources like the Texas Fashion Collection and Willis Library’s Special Collections. You can read the blog article about here. Upcoming Panels at FATE Conference 2025 I’m excited to announce that I will be chairing two panels at the FATE (Foundations in Art: Theory and Education) Conference 2025, happening from April 10-12 in the DC Metro Area. The first panel will explore how to effectively utilize on-campus resources, such as Special Collections, to enhance student learning. The second panel will focus on how our individual specialisations and personalities contribute to creating a more engaging and memorable learning experience for students. These panels align with this year’s conference theme, NEXT NOW, which is centered on evolving and reimagining art education in a post-pandemic world. I’m looking forward to contributing to these important conversations. For more details, visit the FATE website here. UNT Special Collections 2024 Research Fellowship Talks Join us for presentations by Meredith Cawley and Christine Adame on November 7, 2024, from 3-5 PM at Willis Library, Room 443.
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