Candace Garlock

Candace Nicol Garlock is an accomplished artist with a rich background in both education and professional practice. She holds a Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts with an emphasis in Printmaking from Boise State University (2006) and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Nevada, Reno (1994), where she focused on Printmaking and Ceramics.

Since 2005, Candace has been deeply involved with Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno, NV, where she serves as an Art Instructor and Professor. Her teaching portfolio includes a wide range of courses such as Ceramics, Printmaking, Painting, Digital Photography, and Art History. She has also held roles as Fine Arts Student Advisor and Visual Arts Coordinator at the college, showcasing her commitment to arts education and administration.

Candace's professional journey includes significant contributions as a Gallery Curator at Truckee Meadows Community College Art Galleries from 2010 to 2018, where she curated numerous exhibitions. She has also owned Oxboo Press and served as Program/Gallery Director at Sierra Arts Foundation in Reno, NV.

Her artistic career is marked by a prolific exhibition history, with numerous solo exhibitions at prestigious venues such as The Fine Arts Gallery in Las Vegas and The Savage Mystic Gallery in Reno. Candace has participated in a diverse array of group exhibitions and projects nationally and internationally, demonstrating her versatility and engagement with contemporary themes.

Candace Nicol Garlock's work is characterized by its exploration of themes ranging from personal identity to social commentary, often employing printmaking techniques to convey nuanced narratives and perspectives.