Professor

Renee Meyer Ernst, MFA

Renee Meyer Ernst, MFA is a professor of Art in the College of Arts and Sciences. She received her degree from Iowa State University. Renee teaches all levels of graphic design and specializes in branding & identity systems, motion graphics, and UX/UI design.

Contact Us

Contact Renee Meyer Ernst for information on Graphic Design

Galvin Fine Arts Center 140

563-333-6178

ErnstReneeM@sau.edu

Education and Training

MFA, Iowa State University, Graphic Design
BA, University of Northern Iowa, Studio Art

Recent Exhibitions

The Magnificently Mundane, Visual Arts Gallery, University of Illinois Springfield, Springfield, IL, 2019
Faculty Exhibition, Catich Gallery, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA, 2018
Land of the Morning Calm Exhibition, Morrissey Gallery. St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA, 2017
The Art of Korean Adoption, Bettendorf Public Library, Bettendorf, IA, 2017
Faculty Exhibition, Catich Gallery, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA, 2016
Quad City Women College Art Teachers Invitational, MidCoast Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts, Davenport, IA, 2016
KSBDA Barcelona International Invitational Exhibition, IED Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain, 2016
Reminisce: InKAS' 2nd Annual International Art Exhibition, ARA Art Center, Insadong, Seoul, South Korea, 2015
AIGA Toledo: Away With Words, Madhouse, Toledo, OH, 2015

Presentations

Art for a Post-Human World Exhibition, Morrissey Gallery, St. Ambrose University, 2025
KADU Exhibition, Insa-dong and Korea National Assembly, South Korea, 2023
Spacemaking Exhibition, Morrissey Gallery, St. Ambrose University, 2023
Faculty Exhibition, Catich Gallery, St. Ambrose University, 2022
42nd RAIG Fine Art Exhibition, Figge Art Museum, Davenport, IA, 2022
#social International Juried Exhibition, South Korea, 2022
Women Artists Des Moines Capital Show, Solo Exhibition, Governor's Office, Capitol Building, Des Moines, IA, 2021

Courses Taught

Computers in Art

An introductory course exploring ways in which the computer can be applied to the artistic process. Basic drawing, painting, photo-manipulation, and publishing techniques will be explored with an emphasis on creative methodology and image making techniques

Digital Photography

The principles of digital photography are studied. The student is provided an overview of the history and culture of the photographic image as well as the understanding needed to create artful images in the digital realm. Topics include operation of a digital camera, color theory, basic image adjustment, file management, and printing.

Typography

An extensive study of typography as an expressive form of human communication within the contexts of art, graphic design and book arts. From the beginning of time to present day, we'll investigate the significant movements, designers, typographers, artists, creative processes and tools for creating meaningful typographic works of art in two dimensions.

Interaction Design

This course is an introduction to design for interactive documents and digital interfaces. The fundamentals of user experience design, user interface design and research-based problem solving are studied. Coursework focuses on front-end design and development strategies including: analytic methods, ideation, sketching and prototyping. Course may be repeated for additional credit.

Motion Graphics

An introduction to motion graphics with emphasis on creative expression and commercial approaches. Basic techniques with image creation, video editing, moving image and kinetic typography will be explored. Requires extensive computer use.

Professional Practices

This course is an overview of the working methods of the professional artist & designer. Topics may be presented by area professionals and will include: documenting and presenting work, entering shows, business operation, and gallery and museum practice. This course bridges academic knowledge and day-today business practice in the arts.

Design Studio
Senior Honors: Graphic Design
Design Internship