Seth Boggs ’03 serves university, church and community through art

Seth Boggs ‘03 serves Concordia University, Nebraska as chair of the Department of Art, professor of art and digital lab manager. As art department chair, he has a wide range of responsibilities including program administration, meeting with prospective students and faculty coordination. As professor of art, he teaches graphic design courses and provides advising and mentorship to students. Additionally, as digital lab manager, he collaborates with a student lab technician to ensure that the art computer lab’s color management system, software and hardware are consistently updated and operating smoothly. 

Boggs has a bachelor of fine arts degree in commercial and studio art from the university. He began teaching as an adjunct at Concordia Nebraska in 2007 and transferred to full time service in 2009.  

He is also a member of Concordia Nebraska’s Center for Liturgical Art (CLA) Artist Guild, which is a cohort of Christian artists who have been hand-selected to provide quality work while faithfully serving the church. Guild artists are proficient in various mediums, including stained glass, mosaic, woodworking, metalworking, fabric, sculpture, ceramic, graphic design and more.  

“Being part of the CLA Artist Guild means belonging to a community of Christian artists dedicated to creating meaningful liturgical art for churches and ministries,” he explained. “Through the Guild, I am currently working on mural designs for two dorm chapel renovation projects happening this summer. This project is a unique opportunity to explore how visual art can communicate the Gospel and enrich the worship experience in a tangible way.”  

He said the Center for Liturgical Art champions the visual arts within Christian life and worship.  

“By connecting Christian artists with ministries interested in visual art projects, the CLA ensures that congregations have access to high-quality, meaningful liturgical art that supports teaching, worship and community identity,” he said. “The CLA also fosters ongoing growth by providing resources, guidance and opportunities for professional development. In partnership with the Department of Art, the CLA provides students opportunities to be involved with meaningful experiences assisting on projects.”  

“It is incredibly rewarding to mentor students and watch their technical skills develop as they discover and refine their own unique aesthetic. Seeing that confidence grow in their concepts and their proficiencies is incredibly edifying.”

 Boggs said the CLA connects artists and ministries to create artwork, furniture and resources that enrich worship and help share the message of Christ.  

“It’s not just about helping churches find visual art, the CLA also gives students real opportunities to learn what it means to be an artist who serves the church,” he said.  

Boggs will be on sabbatical during the spring 2027 semester. He plans to embark on a nationwide tour painting murals at a select number of schools, churches and organizations within The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. He will design and spray paint murals that reflect the vision, values and spirit of each community.  

Over the past five years he has designed and painted several large-scale mural projects throughout the greater Seward area. He also designed the graphic treatment that was painted on the new Seward water tower. 

“My mural work can be seen in Seward at The Alps Bark Park, the Jimmy John’s drive-thru, the east side of the Rivoli Theatre and on campus at the Doghouse Grill,” he said.  

Boggs is married to Megan (Kropf) Boggs ’02 and they have two children. Ethan will attend Concordia Nebraska in fall 2026 and Mya will be going into eighth grade. For the past 17 years, Boggs has played guitar and led music at Seward’s The Rock Lutheran Church most Sundays.  

Boggs said his work at the university has strengthened and developed his faith in Jesus Christ. He appreciates how his classes feature open and candid discussions about how faith shapes and informs vocations, family and life in general. He said the best part of his job at the university is working with students. 

“It is incredibly rewarding to mentor students and watch their technical skills develop as they discover and refine their own unique aesthetic. Seeing that confidence grow in their concepts and their proficiencies is incredibly edifying,” he said. “And being a Christ-centered community sets Concordia apart. It makes relationships inside and outside of the classroom more meaningful…sharing faith, prayerand care for individuals as brothers and sisters in Christ while preparing them for their future vocations.” 

Learn more about Boggs and see his work at www.bogzilla.com 

The Center for Liturgical Art is an institute of Concordia University, Nebraska and is committed to championing the visual arts in Christian Life and worship, seeking to connect artists with the needs of the Church for the ongoing teaching and building up of the Body of Christ.