Cate Oconnell-Richards

Background

About Cate Oconnell-Richards

Artist and educator. Jeweler and broomsquire. Over 10 years of experience in art education - university, nonprofit, and craft school. Portfolio/CV can be seen at Research Interests: Art/Craft Theory Labor History Queer Theory Witchcraft Marxist/Anarchist Thought Thing Whiteness Studies Material Studies Ecocriticism Student Reviews:"Cate was awesome. They did quite a lot to make everyone feel accepted. We even had a few difficult conversations in class that really uplifted students who may have felt targeted. They did a great job at making everyone feel positive."(Spring 2022)"I learned a great deal during this class. The instructor was perfect in how demos were presented, and being available for questions. The instructor was very inclusive, engaged, thoughtful, and proactively maintained a culture of fairness and equity."(Spring 2022)"I have never taken a metals class or any class like this, but Professor Richards made it an extremely welcoming, inclusive, and enjoyable work environment. I have learned so many new skills in the short time we had this class. This class and the professor have made me want to continue and pursue more classes in this field. I would recommend this class to anyone."(Fall 2021) COURSES QUALIFIED TO TEACH:(Foundations) Art Foundations for Art Majors Art Foundations for Non-Art Majors 3D Foundations Drawing I Foundations of Contemporary Art (Hybrid Studio/Art History Course) Current Directions in Art (Hybrid Studio/Art History Course)(Metals/Jewelry) Metals I - Beginning Jewelry/Metals Metals II - Expanded Techniques Casting Enameling Chainmaking Alternative Materials in Jewelry/Cold Connections (Other) Professional Practices in Art Independent Study for Art Majors Senior Mentorship Grad Mentorship History of Graphic Design Broommaking