Deirdre Murphy and a Lehigh University student in action during printmaking class.

The Art of the Matter

Lehigh University

May 21, 2025

Artist, Deirdre Murphy, smiling in a forest, holding a colorful painting, standing under an arch made of intertwined tree branches and vines.

Check Out Deirdre Murphy’s Story

VoyageBaltimore

May 12, 2025

Deirdre Murphy and a Lehigh University student are in an art gallery, engaging in conversation in front of a large mixed media artwork on the wall. They are examining the artwork in a lively discussion.

The Essential Bond of Faculty and Students

By Kendall Gavin ’27

Lehigh University Alumni Bulletin

April 24, 2025

Artist, Deirdre Murphy, sitting on a tree stump in a forest, painting on a canvas set up on an easel.

Celebrating Art and Nature: Deirdre Murphy’s Residency and Upcoming Exhibition

The Steward, Lower Merion Conservancy Fall Newsletter

Fall 2024 Newsletter

Artist Deirdre Murphy - a woman with curly gray hair smiling, sitting on steps in front of a red door, surrounded by lush green plants and bushes.

Gradients of Growth

Lehigh University

December 6, 2024

Gallery with two abstract paintings of planets on white walls, with a marble floor and ceiling lights.

Future tense, speculative art focused on climate devastation and gun violence converge in West Philly

Lehigh University

December 6, 2024

Two paintings of green plant foliage with a nest and hanging roots, displayed on white wall panels in an art gallery.

Beyond Transformations: Deirdre Murphy

Winterthur Museum, Garden, and Library

October 4, 2022

People seated in chairs, some wearing masks, in a room with modern artwork on the wall.

Flora, fauna take over Penn State’s HUB-Robeson Galleries in ‘Wind Spirits’ exhibit

The Daily Collegian

August 27, 2021

Display case with multiple abstract art pieces on black background and natural nests or nests-like objects inside on a beige wall.

'Wind Spirits' exhibition on view through Nov. 7, with reception on Oct. 26

Penn State News

August 23, 2021

Abstract mixed media artwork featuring a collage of tree branches, colorful geometric shapes, and patterns with a person taking a photograph reflected in a mirror included in the design.

Embracing Unexpected Outcomes Through Collective Creativity

sciencecenter.org

February 18, 2021

Portraits of the Brain: Teaching Students About Neuroanatomy

Lehigh University News

January 1, 2021

Gallery with four colorful paintings on the wall and a spot-lit display pedestal in the center.

Exhibition Review By Amie Potsic Art Advisory, Counter Culture Blog

amiepotsicartadvisory.com

November 10, 2020

Artist Talk and Family Workshop with Deirdre Murphy

Lehigh University Art Galleries

April 18, 2021

Artist, Deirdre Murphy, in a lab coat smiling in a laboratory with a microscope and colorful art supplies on the table, holding a small canvas with abstract green, black, and white paint patterns.

These Scientists–and Tech Titans–Are Working With Artists to Boost Creativity. Here’s Why You Should Do the Same

inc.com

January 9, 2020

Gallery wall featuring colorful abstract artwork titled 'Oculus' by Deirdre Murphy in an art gallery with polished marble floors and white walls.

Exhibition Review By Amie Potsic Art Advisory, Counter Culture Blog

amiepotsicartadvisory.com

October 11, 2019

An artistic wall sculpture resembling a star cluster, made of welded stainless steel with LED light accents, created by Scott White in collaboration with Deirdre Murphy in 2018.

Navigating Deirdre Murphy’s Oculus at Esther Klein Gallery

sciencecenter.org

October 3, 2019

An art installation in a gallery featuring a circular display with a starry sky and blue glowing border, reflected on a marble floor.

Deirdre Murphy's 'Oculus' exhibit is an exploration of interconnectivity

sciencecenter.org

August 13, 2019

Artist, Deirdre Murphy, a smiling woman with curly gray hair standing by a body of water, surrounded by tall green plants, wearing a pink long-sleeve shirt and jewelry.

Fine arts professor marries art and science on the Schuylkill River banks

Penn Today

June 13, 2018

An airport corridor displaying large landscape paintings on the wall beneath illuminated ceiling panels.

Art at the airport a balm for the weary traveller

The Art Blog

April 13, 2018

Deirdre Murphy, with curly hair and glasses, looks at her husband, Scott White, wearing a baseball cap and sunglasses, as he adds the finishing touches to their sculpture.

A Penn faculty couple worked for two years on this award-winning installation on climate change

The Daily Pennsylvanian

October 24, 2017

Two colorful abstract paintings of birds and nature displayed on white gallery walls.

Spotlight: Birds of a Feather

Pittsburgh Magazine

November 23, 2016

Deirdre Murphy painting colorful lines on pavement with brush and white paint, wearing a brown cap, orange vest, and jeans, surrounded by painting supplies.

Migratory Paths

UPenn News

May 17, 2016

Colorful abstract landscape mural paintings along an airport corridor wall.

Before Taking Off, Take In the Sky

The Pennsylvania Gazette

August 21, 2014

Abstract painting of a sunset sky with colorful kites flying among dark clouds and clusters of birds, with silhouettes of trees at the horizon.

Bird Party with holes to another dimension – Deirdre Murphy’s Murmurations at Painted Bride

The Art Blog

September 19, 2013