At Syracuse Florence, our studio art professors are more than educators—they’re practicing artists who bring their expertise, creativity, and passion into the classroom. One such individual is Professor Kirsten Stromberg, who teaches painting and sound art. She epitomizes the dynamic nature of our faculty, sharing not only her knowledge but also her experience as an accomplished artist actively engaged in innovative projects.
Over the past two years, Professor Stromberg has been involved in a series of extraordinary initiatives that highlight her dedication to sound as an artistic medium. We’re thrilled to share some highlights of her recent achievements.
In December 2023, Professor Stromberg traveled to Goa, India, to participate in The Listening Academy. This unique research academy explores listening as both a creative and critical practice, bringing together artists, researchers, and thinkers from around the world to investigate the profound act of listening.
In March 2024, she brought her talents to Warsaw, Poland, where she led a captivating workshop and performance in collaboration with artist Benedetta Manfriani for the Lost and Found International Symposium. Together, they engaged with a 15th-century painting, translating its bodily gestures into sound, creating a bridge between visual and auditory art forms.
Later that year, in October, she performed at the Murate Art District (M.A.D.) in Florence. Her text score, Master Piece (materpieces), is part of the series Open Throat Histories which reimagines and critiques the history of European painting. Through this work, Professor Stromberg pays homage to iconic artworks while offering a feminist perspective on the cultural and socio-economic conditions in which these masterpieces were created.
In addition to her international endeavors, Professor Stromberg has made significant contributions closer to home. Throughout 2024 and 2025, she has collaborated with local elementary school children on sound art projects, also in partnership with M.A.D. These initiatives not only introduced young students to the world of sound art but also fostered creativity and community engagement.
Professor Kirsten Stromberg’s work exemplifies the intersection of education, artistic practice, and social impact. At Syracuse Florence, we are proud to have such inspiring faculty who continue to push the boundaries of art and inspire the next generation of artists.