Students work independently and meet for group discussions and critiques. Readings and field trips may supplement the visiting artist's discussions. VPA 3300 Writing and Painting 4 Credits. Offered when staffing permits Focuses on assisting students in discovering their subjects. In the first half of the semester, students work on a small scale in both writing and painting.
Students use their observations, memories, and dreams as the source of their work.
During the second half of the semester, students work on a series of paintings with a specific self-determined theme. A longer written work is also developed at this time. VPA 4400 Senior Seminar and Critique 4 Credits. Spring Focuses on commitment and professional practice. Students are encouraged to articulate and clarify the intentions of their work through lectures, critiques, discussions, and readings.