Kristopher Jones
Admissions Officer
Employment History
- Admissions Officer at Kendall College of Art and Design since 2007
- Graduate Teaching Assistant at Kendall College of Art and Design 2005-2007
- Professional Instructor at Home School Connection 2004-2005
- Private Art Tutor 2004-2005
Educational Background
- M.F.A, Drawing, Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University, 2007
- B.F.A., Eastern Michigan University, 2004
Best Achievement
I married the love of my life.
Favorite Artist and movement
- Matthew Ritchie
Top 3 favorite works of art
- Nathan Heuer, “Bridge”
- Kelly Allen, “Intention, Response, Forgiveness”
- Kris and Jessica Jones, “Hazel”
Creative philosophy
Ineffable
Favorite quote
“Mystery is the great embarrassment to the modern mind.” – Flannery O’Connor
Favorite KCAD fact
The comb-over quotient of this institution is surprisingly low.
Who do you think every KCAD student should meet?
Professor Deborah Rockman, I came to study with her specifically and believe strongly she is the strongest studio instructor I have ever met.
Best kept secret about Grand Rapids
Fulton Street Farmers Market.
Favorite medium and why
I prefer drawing because of the immediacy of pulling a line.
Which art book would you recommend to students?
Walking on Water, by Madeline L’Engle.
What is the one thing you do not feel should be represented in a portfolio review?
I think I am immediately put off by an attitude of entitlement or Manga.
