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The Major Program

The studio art major provides the knowledge and experience necessary for a broad understanding of practice and interpretation of the visual arts.

The Program. For the beginning student, the major offers an introduction to a variety of visual methodologies. Students may then advance to upper division coursework in drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramic sculpture, photography, video and electronic arts, as well as theory and criticism.

Portfolios. Portfolios are not required for admission to the major. However, admitted students, once enrolled, should keep a continuing portfolio of their art work, which can be evaluated at such times as when the student is requesting independent study courses and scheduling an exhibition in the student gallery.

Career Alternatives. The studio art graduate is prepared for graduate work in the visual arts or continuing development as a professional artist or art teacher. Students who have career aspirations in the commercial aspects of the visual arts can acquire a broad general education and a creative foundation in the art studio major, establishing a basis for further specialization in commercial art.