Margaret Aubrey

Margaret (Meg) Aubrey is a Professor of Foundation Studies at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) Atlanta, where she has served since Fall 2022. Previously, she held roles including Associate Professor of Art at SCAD Atlanta (2020–22), Assistant Professor of Art at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (2016–20), Adjunct Professor of Foundation Studies (2009–16), and earlier as an art instructor in various programs. She also maintains affiliations with The Art Museum of South Texas, The Art Center of Corpus Christi, and K Space Contemporary as a Board Member, alongside the Corpus Christi Literary Reading Society.

Aubrey holds an M.F.A. in Painting from SCAD and a B.F.A. in Illustration from the Rhode Island School of Design. Her educational journey underscores her expertise in both fine art disciplines and foundational art pedagogy.

Her research and creative work revolves around suburban culture, contemporary painting techniques, and the interplay between urban environments and artistic expression. She frequently explores themes of place, societal structures, and psychological landscapes through her paintings, often critiquing modern suburban life and its impact on identity. Her artistic style blends traditional illustration with modern visual narratives, creating layered works that reflect on human habitation and spatial dynamics.

Aubrey’s publications and reviews highlight her engagement with interdisciplinary themes, including collaborations with athletes and critiques of suburban ennui. Recent articles emphasize her contributions to regional art scenes and pedagogical innovations in art education. Earlier works have addressed economic cycles and urban development through visual storytelling.

• 2021: Honorable Mention, National Juried Painting Exhibition
• 2019: Jurors Award, Sixth Annual Artspace111 Regional Juried Exhibition
• 2016: Multiple Artist Awards including Freedom of Expression and Painting and Seeing
• 2015: Artist Award at A Sense of Place
• 2009: Encore Series Award and Hambidge Residency Award
• 2008: Artropolis Chicago Travel Award
• 2005: Artistic Honors Scholarship

While specific grants or advising records are not listed, her teaching roles reflect sustained contributions to art education. She has organized exhibitions such as Surface, Home Sweet Home, and I Just Live Here, showcasing her artistic output and curatorial involvement. Her work is often featured in galleries and museums, including Women & Their Work Gallery in Austin and the Art Museum of South Texas.