Joseph Daun
Professor of Art
Department of Art, Texas A&M University-Commerce
Office Location: 116 Art Sculpture Lab (Old Bookstore)
Phone: 903.886.5204
Office Hours: Monday & Wednesday 12:00–2:00 PM or by appointment
Email: joseph.daun@tamuc.edu
Professor of Art
Department of Art, Texas A&M University-Commerce
Office Location: 116 Art Sculpture Lab (Old Bookstore)
Phone: 903.886.5204
Office Hours: Monday & Wednesday 12:00–2:00 PM or by appointment
Email: joseph.daun@tamuc.edu
Mailing Address:
Department of Art
Texas A&M University-Commerce
P.O. Box 301
Commerce, TX 75429
Department of Art
Texas A&M University-Commerce
P.O. Box 301
Commerce, TX 75429
Education
Master of Fine Arts, Sculpture and Photography
University of Texas at San Antonio, 1994
University of Texas at San Antonio, 1994
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photography
Florida State University, 1990
Florida State University, 1990
Academic Employment
Texas A&M University-Commerce, Commerce, Texas
Professor of Art 07/2008 – Present
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate studio courses in sculpture and photography as needed.
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate studio courses in sculpture and photography as needed.
Professor of Art, 01/2016 – 05/2017
Taught a variety of studio courses, including sculpture and photography, supporting undergraduate curriculum requirements.
Taught a variety of studio courses, including sculpture and photography, supporting undergraduate curriculum requirements.
Head and Professor of Art, 06/2008 – 07/2015
Led curriculum revisions across the department, formalized concentrations within the MFA and BFA programs, developed new degree tracks, and led the department through NASAD accreditation. Established an emphasis on professional development and safety protocols, resulting in updated facilities and comprehensive recruitment strategies.
Led curriculum revisions across the department, formalized concentrations within the MFA and BFA programs, developed new degree tracks, and led the department through NASAD accreditation. Established an emphasis on professional development and safety protocols, resulting in updated facilities and comprehensive recruitment strategies.
University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, Oklahoma
Professor of Art, 08/2007 – 05/2008
Taught Digital Printmaking, Darkroom Practices, and Photo Composition. Reconstructed the darkroom to meet updated safety standards and overhauled the Digital Printmaking Lab, including setting up plotters, laptops, and a print server.
Taught Digital Printmaking, Darkroom Practices, and Photo Composition. Reconstructed the darkroom to meet updated safety standards and overhauled the Digital Printmaking Lab, including setting up plotters, laptops, and a print server.
Chair, Department of Art, 08/2003 – 08/2007
Oversaw curriculum revision and accreditation preparation, including day-long faculty retreats. Expanded faculty positions, upgraded facilities, and introduced a robust art foundations program. Integrated a writing requirement into all studio classes, developed a sophomore portfolio course, and revised senior exhibits to better prepare students for professional practices.
Oversaw curriculum revision and accreditation preparation, including day-long faculty retreats. Expanded faculty positions, upgraded facilities, and introduced a robust art foundations program. Integrated a writing requirement into all studio classes, developed a sophomore portfolio course, and revised senior exhibits to better prepare students for professional practices.
Georgetown College, Georgetown, Kentucky
Chair and Assistant Professor, 08/1999 – 08/2003
Taught courses in photography, sculpture, and digital imaging. Led the revision of the curriculum and facility updates to meet safety standards, and directed the Anne Wright Wilson Gallery.
Taught courses in photography, sculpture, and digital imaging. Led the revision of the curriculum and facility updates to meet safety standards, and directed the Anne Wright Wilson Gallery.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, Corpus Christi, Texas
Visiting Artist, 01/1999 – 07/1999
Taught digital imaging and photography to undergraduate and graduate students, contributing to computer lab updates.
Taught digital imaging and photography to undergraduate and graduate students, contributing to computer lab updates.
Awards and Honors
ART365 Fellowship, Oklahoma Visual Arts Council, $10,000, 2007
Artist Merit Award, Oklahoma Visual Arts Council, $2,000, 2005
Professional Assistance Award, Kentucky Arts Council, $1,000, Fall 2002
Brown Foundation Grant, Georgetown College, $500,000, 2001 (allocated $85,000 to improve art facilities)
Heinlein Grant (Co-written with Theatre Department), Georgetown College, $10,000, Spring 2001
Artist Merit Award, Oklahoma Visual Arts Council, $2,000, 2005
Professional Assistance Award, Kentucky Arts Council, $1,000, Fall 2002
Brown Foundation Grant, Georgetown College, $500,000, 2001 (allocated $85,000 to improve art facilities)
Heinlein Grant (Co-written with Theatre Department), Georgetown College, $10,000, Spring 2001
Professional Memberships
College Art Association (CAA)
National Council of Art Administrators
National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) Individual Membership
College Art Association (CAA)
National Council of Art Administrators
National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) Individual Membership
University Service
Texas A&M University-Commerce
SACS Steering Committee
SACS Undergraduate Programs Committee
Athletics Council
Affordable Degree Committee
Academic Accessibility Committee
Curriculum Process Committee
Advisor to the Art Club
Art Second Friday Coordinator
Texas A&M University-Commerce
SACS Steering Committee
SACS Undergraduate Programs Committee
Athletics Council
Affordable Degree Committee
Academic Accessibility Committee
Curriculum Process Committee
Advisor to the Art Club
Art Second Friday Coordinator
University of Central Oklahoma
Special Committee for New Chair Orientation
Chair’s Toolbox Committee
Chair’s Responsibilities and Stipend Taskforce
IT Faculty Technology Taskforce
Faculty Sponsor for Art Club
Selected Exhibitions and Creative Works
Solo Exhibitions
Joseph Daun: Recent Works, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, Winter 2010
Fear and Apathy, University of Tulsa, Spring 2006
Joseph Daun – Hill Country Series, Joan Grona Gallery, Winter 2002
Water Seeks Its Own Level, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, Winter 2000
Fear and Apathy, University of Tulsa, Spring 2006
Joseph Daun – Hill Country Series, Joan Grona Gallery, Winter 2002
Water Seeks Its Own Level, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, Winter 2000
Group Exhibitions
Art365, Legion Arts at CSPS, Cedar Rapids, IA, Fall 2008
LA VOCE POLITICA, IAO Gallery, Oklahoma City, OK, Fall 2006
Red Dot, Blue Star Art Space, San Antonio, TX, Winter 2002
REZONE, Diverse Works, Houston, TX, February 1995
LA VOCE POLITICA, IAO Gallery, Oklahoma City, OK, Fall 2006
Red Dot, Blue Star Art Space, San Antonio, TX, Winter 2002
REZONE, Diverse Works, Houston, TX, February 1995
Residencies
Cité Internationale des Arts, Paris, France, Summer 1997
The Pace Roberts Foundation for Contemporary Art, San Antonio, TX, Spring 1995
Majestic Ranch, Boerne, TX, multiple residencies from 2000 to 2002
The Pace Roberts Foundation for Contemporary Art, San Antonio, TX, Spring 1995
Majestic Ranch, Boerne, TX, multiple residencies from 2000 to 2002
Selected Publications and Reviews
Art Lies: A Texas Art Journal, "Joe Daun: Water Rises to its Own Level," Houston, TX, Spring 2000
New Art Examiner, "New Works 95.2," Chicago, IL, November 1995
San Antonio Express News, "ArtPace Launches Second Major Exhibit," San Antonio, TX, May 4, 1995
Summary: Joseph Daun is a highly experienced art educator and administrator with significant contributions to art program development, curriculum planning, and NASAD accreditation processes. Known for his leadership in art education, Daun has also been a practicing artist with multiple solo and group exhibitions, funded residencies, and recognized awards. His extensive teaching and administrative experience across universities have fostered advancements in art education and facilities, benefiting both students and faculty.