March 18 – September 16, 2027
Library and Technology Center Art Galleries
UNG Dahlonega
This exhibition traces Win Crannell’s journey as both teacher and maker, showing how drawing has been more than a tool or medium for him—it has been a way of seeing, teaching, and connecting. You will leave remembering the landscapes he loves, the students he inspires, and the slow, loving practice of drawing itself. Notable former students of Professor Crannell, as well as selected UNG students with a focus on drawing, will be invited to exhibit. Crannell’s extensive body of work will be displayed.
EVENTS
March 25, 2027 - Reception
Late April - Community Tour - Led by Win and by students
Late August - Fans of Win - Alumni and Student Panel
Mid September - Win Crannell Lithographs - Auction
Proceeds will go to create a drawing scholarship fund in Win Crannell's name.
ATTENTION Alumni, Mentees, and former students of Win Crannell
Research about Win Crannell's works and life, and interviews with his former students will commence very soon—in late January 2026. We would love to have your participation! If you would like to be interviewed or to display an example of your work at Win Crannell: A Life in Drawing, please contact Dr. Ana Pozzi Harris, ana.pozzi@ung.edu. Thank you!
Winslow Crannell (b. 1938) is a distinguished artist and educator based in Dahlonega, Georgia, renowned for his intricate drawings and dedication to art education. Crannell pursued higher education at Florida State University, earning both a Bachelor of Arts in Painting with a minor in Art History and a Master of Fine Arts in Printmaking, complemented by minors in Art History and Italian Literature. While studying in Florence, Italy, he contributed to the city’s recovery efforts after the devastating 1966 Arno River flood, earning the moniker “Mud Angel.” In 1971, Crannell joined the art department at North Georgia College, where he taught courses in drawing, painting, art history, art appreciation, and printmaking until his retirement in 2000. He maintained a robust personal artistic practice focused on the landscapes of rural Georgia. His work has garnered numerous awards at art festivals nationwide. In retirement, he continues to engage with the art community, conducting workshops and inspiring new generations of artists. His enduring passion for art and education has left an indelible mark on Georgia’s cultural landscape.
