(Cedar City, UT) - A veteran of the gaming industry known for his work on games such as World of Warcraft and Magic: The Gathering Jeremy Cranford will be giving a presentation on the business of successful commercial artistry and how young artists can break into the field at Art Insights, on Thursday September 20, 2012. The lecture begins at 7pm at Centrum Arena, Section K, admission is free and the general public is encouraged to attend.

Jeremy Cranford has worked in the gaming industry for 16 years. Now the senior art manager at Blizzard Entertainment, he provides art direction to a number of games that are well-known, if not cultural staples in the gaming world. He was recently selected to serve on the jury of Spectrum, the premier annual publication that showcases the best of fantasy, science fiction, and horror artwork – a valuable resource for art directors, artists, and art patrons alike.

Art Insights is a weekly program hosted during the fall and spring semesters by SUU’s Art and Design faculty. Students and community members meet weekly to experience presentations and discussions by visiting artists and art educators from around the nation who share their work and insights and attend gallery openings. Admission is free, and the general public is invited to attend.

This is a valuable opportunity for young artists to learn what it takes to succeed professionally. Don’t miss out on Jeremy Cranford’s Art Insights presentation! For more information on the SUU College of Performing and Visual Arts events, please call the Arts Hotline at (435) 865-8800