Corinne Diop

Corinne Diop is a Professor of Art at James Madison University's School of Art, Design and Art History (SADAH), serving as Graduate Director for Art, Photography Area Coordinator, and Coordinator of the Art Minor since joining the faculty in 1989. She also holds roles as Associate Director of SADAH and co-director of New Image Gallery.

Education:

• M.F.A., University of Washington
• B.S. in Art, James Madison University

Diop's research explores weathered surfaces through digital photography, screen-based photo/video, and performance for the lens, as exemplified in her pandemic-era "Surfaces / Improvisations" series. Her practice integrates contemporary art theory with cross-disciplinary collaborations, particularly in art-mathematics intersections through courses like "Art and Math: Through the Lenses of Photography." She examines the photograph as document, darkroom techniques, and portfolio development within evolving artistic contexts.

Scientific Awards:

• Excellence in Photographic Teaching Award (Santa Fe Center for Visual Arts)
• College of Visual and Performing Arts Distinguished Service Award
• Cite Internationale des Arts Residency, Paris
• Ragdale Foundation Residency
• Oregon College of Arts & Crafts Residency
• Women's Studio Workshop Residency

Diop advises graduate students as Graduate Director and has received JMU Faculty Educational Leaves for "Exploring New Photographic Technologies" and "An Inquiry in New Media," plus a Faculty Research Grant for "Math and Choice: Derivations in Digital Montage." She serves on the University Planning Team and Academic Standards Committee while juroring regional exhibitions including the Virginia Beach Boardwalk Art Show. She co-directs New Image Gallery and collaborates with the Metal Shed CoLab collective on interdisciplinary projects.