In the third installment of our intern interviews, meet Blanchard Seniff (’22) and learn about his connection to both art history and studio art (and his colorblindness!)
Name: Blanchard Seniff
Major?: Art History
Why did you intern in the gallery?: to learn more about possible ways to apply my art history major to real-world jobs.
What has been your favorite memory from the job?: Being very hands-on with real artwork in the private collection and with on-campus installations.
Do you plan to pursue anything in the arts post-grad? If not, what are your plans?: I am planning on applying for a post-graduate art history degree.
Favorite artist/work and why?: Delacroix and Rodin because of their respective revolutionary technique, subject matter, and medium.
Hobbies?: Painting, drawing, golf, surfing, and watching movies.
Little known fact about you?: I love painting and I am very colorblind.
And finally, if you could have a meal with anyone dead or alive, who would it be and why?: Bethany Hamilton because she has an incredible story and because of her lessons about overcoming unlucky experiences.
Check back soon to meet more of our interns and read more about current events in the gallery!