The UNT School of Visual Arts is one of the nation's largest art programs at a public institution, and it is considered one of the best in the Southwest. Drawing and painting is among the majors in the studio division of the school. The program's curriculum emphasizes self-expression and creativity. The training you will receive in UNT's drawing and painting program is designed to provide you with life-enriching skills.
Painters are often self-employed artists, showing and selling their works in museums and galleries.
Some of UNT's studio arts alumni are very successful. For example, Brian Fridge was selected to exhibit in the 2000 Whitney Biennial, and Celia Munoz was selected for the 1988 Whitney exhibition. Many other graduates also are working as successful studio artists. You do not need an advanced degree to become an artist, but teaching drawing and painting at the college level requires a master of fine arts degree. The drawing and painting major prepares you to pursue a master of fine arts degree if you choose.