The art thesis project in your final year leads you through the process of producing a cohesive body of finished artwork, which is shown in the Spring Thesis Exhibition. Requirements for the degree include 80 credits in art. In addition to the foundation coursework in design, drawing, art history, and photography, Orientation to the Visual Arts Community and 47 credits in art electives are required. A Variety of Career Paths Art graduates are prepared to produce artwork based on the concepts, concerns, and techniques of the contemporary artist, to choose among appropriate career paths, to pursue gallery representation or public commissions, to participate in the art community, or to apply to a master's degree program in the visual arts. Our objective is to help you understand art as a profession.
Classes visit exhibitions, discuss current literature, and tour galleries and museums.
You will learn how to do business in the field of art, and you will become acquainted with the issues and the personalities in the art community. Professional Practices Understand what it takes to bridge the gap between art school and the issues, ethics, financial realities, and business projects that influence the working artist. Exhibitions You will have the opportunity to meet some of the most important artists in the Northwest through The Art Gym's program of exhibitions and events. The Art Gym is the largest art school exhibition space in northern Oregon and southwest Washington. BA 80 crs.