Gesso Journal

An Undergraduate Research Journal in Art, Design, and Visual CulturesGesso is a traditional primer used to prepare a surface for art making. It provides a strong foundation for materials to adhere to, keeps various mediums from melding together, and can be sculpted or smooth for texture. But, most importantly, Gesso supports the artworks longevity while cultivating the very ground from which it develops.Gesso does just that emerging undergraduate scholarship. It offers a solid foundation for future academic publishing, fosters collaboration between rising and established scholars, and creates a supportive environment where the next generation of art world professionals can build their ideas.

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