A reception Friday, Jan. 27, will celebrate an exhibition of works by third-year students in the Visual Arts and the Built Environment (VABE) program.

Entitled “Metamorphosis,” the showcase includes pieces in visual arts media such as charcoal drawings and watercolour paintings as well as structural-focused projects developed during design studio classes.

Program co-ordinator Jason Grossi says the students are fortunate to have two opportunities to exhibit their work: once in first year and then nearing graduation.

“It is always a celebratory experience for students and a demonstration of their accomplishments throughout the course of their study,” he notes.

Participating students include:

• Rees Cameraon
• Elena Moamar
• Alexane Chiasson
• Spencer Jovanovski
• Lexy Lacobelli
• Vishmith Kumarasinghe
• Tyler Hearn
• Fredo Shtjefni
• Megan Kavanaugh
• Logan Gillingham
• Sophia Sabelli

The exhibit is displayed in the SoCA Gallery in the Armouries building, 37 University Ave. East. Admission daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. is by appointment only.

Friday’s closing reception runs 5 to 9 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public.