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The
Department of Art provides students with
a variety of strong programs utilizing both new
technologies
and traditional methods. Students develop their talents
through relating liberal arts studies to their
exploration
of visual creativity. Faculty members and guest lecturers
provide professional examples by being active in
their
respective disciplines. The Helen Levitt Gallery and
the Morningside collection of fine art also provide
professional examples of artwork. Classes are kept
small allowing students access to all equipment
and technology
in the studio, darkrooms, workshops, and computer
lab. Faculty provide individualized support, guidance,
and
criticism for students in the department. Students
gain knowledge and skills for careers in the fields
of fine
art, graphic design, art education, and photography.
A Studio Art major (B.A.) focuses on creating art, and pursues understanding of the history and theory of art, and its importance in society. Graduates may use their skills and ideas to become practicing artists, to attend graduate school, to work in galleries or museums, or other professional art careers.
A Graphic Design major (B.A.) studies
the world of graphic communication through the design
and production of many types of print images, typography,
digital images, and computer graphics. Skills are developed
with computers, cameras, and traditional studio work.
Graduates may use their skills to find careers in commercial
art, advertising, printing, and general industries or
to attend graduate school.
A Photography major (B.A.) develops
creative concepts and abilities within the broad field
of photography. Students learn problem solving, technical
skills, design, electronic imaging, and video. Students
use darkrooms, studio, and automatic
processing equipment to complete work in both black
and white and color photography. Graduates are prepared
for graduate school or they may be employed as commercial,
industrial, portrait, photojournalists, or fine art
photographers. Students gain skills needed for employment
in advertising firms, as corporate staff photographers,
as commercial photographers, or in operating an independent
studio.
An Art Teaching major (B.A.)
prepares students to teach at the elementary and secondary
level. Students complete this major and education courses
for required certification allowing them to teach art
in kindergarten through twelfth grade.
Art Department Website
TBA
Eppley Art Gallery
Click here for entry instructions.
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