Christopher J. Harrington

Christopher J. Harrington is a Professor and the Acting Dean of the School of Education, Social Sciences and the Arts (SESA) at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES), where he has been a dedicated faculty member since 1997. He previously served as Chair of the Department of Fine Arts for eleven years, demonstrating strong academic leadership and institutional commitment.

Educational Background:

• B.A. in Psychology, Binghamton University
• M.A. and Ed.M. in Art Education, Teachers College, Columbia University
• M.F.A., Hoffberger School of Painting, Maryland Institute College of Art

Dr. Harrington's research and creative practice are centered in Contemporary Visual Arts, with a focus on painting and interdisciplinary art forms. His work explores the intersection of artistic expression and psychological insight, informed by his academic training in both psychology and art education. He has exhibited nationally and internationally, with a sustained presence in the New York art scene since 2002.

His artistic contributions have been recognized through competitive exhibitions and awards, reflecting excellence in contemporary art practice.

• Best Contemporary Art Award, Annual Member Exhibition, Academy Art Museum, Easton MD (2022)
• Highest Honors, Period Gallery, Omaha, Nebraska

As an academic leader and educator, Harrington has guided curriculum development and artistic programming within the Department of Fine Arts and the broader SESA school. He has not been noted as advising specific graduate students in the provided text, nor has he been associated with formal research grants. However, his leadership as Acting Dean and former Department Chair underscores his administrative and mentorship roles.

Harrington’s creative output has been showcased in prominent venues including the Hunter Museum of American Art (Chattanooga, TN), the Contemporary Artists Center (North Adams, MA), and the International Juried Affordable Art Fair (London, England). Since 2002, he has presented five solo exhibitions in New York City, affirming his active engagement in the professional art community.