Photojournalism: Bearcats' bold bags

On Feb. 12, Willamette University’s Art Department showcased their multimedia art with a fashion show. “CARRY ON” demonstrated the fierce attitudes and commitments of Willamette University’s students, giving way to boisterous designs and character imbued by the artists. Each student struck a pose, showing their work to the world. As each artwork was exquisite, the judges were all ready with their 10/10 scorecards.

Lacie Wheeler ('26) struts on the runway on Feb. 12, 2026. Photo by Mac Childers.

The purses were displayed in the main gallery in the art building after the the fashion show. Photo taken by Mac Childers on Feb. 18, 2026.

Hanna Futrell ('26) takes center stage on Feb. 12, 2026. Photo by Mac Childers.

A full view of the gallery displaying the multimedia purses on Feb. 18, 2026. Photo by Mac Childers.

Art students show off their bags on Feb. 12, 2026. Photo by Mac Childers.

(Top to bottom, left to right) "Insides" by Fenn Corsello ('26), "Everything, Everywhere" by Ava Goldberg ('27), "Enigmatic Swag" by Aissatou Coyle ('26), and "Jurse" by Kendall Hall ('27). Photo taken on Feb. 18, 2026 by Mac Childers.

(Top to bottom) "I craft, therefore I am" by Alma Snortum-Phelps ('27) and "Reverie" by Armondo Valdez ('27). Photo taken on Feb. 18, 2026. Photo taken on Feb. 18, 2026 by Mac Childers.

Art students receive high scoring marks from the judges at the fashion show on Feb. 12, 2026. Photo by Mac Childers.