Adam Stuart

About Adam

Adam Stuart grew up in the marshy areas of mid-Michigan. He has a passion for nature that drives his work into areas of sculpture and drawing. He primarily works with clay, fibers, and various drawing techniques. His works often revolve around the body and its experiences as a vessel in space. Stuart’s sculptures and drawings portray beings that are playful and curious, reflecting his inquisitive spirit. The forms he creates pull from his experiences as a queer person growing up in a conservative environment, but also how that relates to the delicate ecology of the natural habitats in which he immerses himself. Stuart often uses absurdism and humor to explore these themes and experiences.

Stuart has taught ceramics classes for over nine years in his community and at the undergraduate level. He achieved his B.A. at Saginaw Valley State University with honors, Magna cum Laude in 2015, and graduated from Washington State University, Pullman, Washington in 2020 with a Master of Fine Arts in May 2023. He is currently the Sculpture Instructor at Interlochen Arts Camp for summer 2024.

I encourage my students to explore and express themselves through their craft, and promote the inclusion of underrepresented and marginalized voices, stories, and perspectives. It is vital for student understanding to encompass the diversity of means to express oneself, and how public perception of their work can change greatly depending on their audience. The integration of research, critical thinking, and playful applications of materials and ideas are integral for the creation of quality, thought provoking artwork.