The ceramic art curriculum exposes the student to a range of materials, studio processes, and ceramic design concepts. The program is directed toward the development of individual approaches and abilities in conjunction with competent craftsmanship. Students must complete the following requirements. Art electives cannot be in ceramics studio. The drawing-painting area emphasizes an understanding of traditional imagery as well as the exploration of contemporary form possibilities.
Students work in a variety of techniques utilizing different media.
In addition, the program allows for individualized study coordinated by a faculty adviser. Students must complete the following requirements. It is suggested that five of these hours be an upper-level printmaking course. The glass art curriculum emphasizes the development of a personal approach to creative visual image making, using glass as a versatile medium for contemporary art. The student will be exposed to a range of material possibilities, studio processes, and artistic concepts.