Studio Art
B.A.
Degree
The Department of Art offers the Bachelor of Arts degree in Art.
This program represents a strong commitment to the study of the visual
arts within a liberal arts tradition. The emphasis of the art program is
the study of creative studio production in the areas of drawing,
printmaking, painting, sculpture, and computer art. Students begin their
study in the foundation courses in two- and three-dimensional design and
drawing. While courses in all studio areas are required, upper division
electives allow for advanced specialization in a single area. Elective
credits are occasionally available in
photography and graphic design. Knowledge of art history is seen as
necessary to intelligent studio development, as is an understanding of
the attitudes, philosophies and language of the contemporary art world.
It is also possible to
complete the requirements for art teacher certification while earning
the B.A. degree in Studio Art. The studio degree can lead to specialized
work as an artist in one of the fine arts areas, graduate study in art
or related fields, and art careers in applied art such as graphic design
and digital imaging/multi-media. It should be noted that the specific
orientation of these programs is in fine rather than applied arts.
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B.F.A.
Degree
The Department of Art offers both the Bachelor of Arts, B.A., and the
Bachelor of Fine Arts, B.F.A., in Studio Art. The B.A. in Studio Art requires
48 hours in Studio Art and 15 hours in Art History. The B.A. does not
require a portfolio review for admission. The B.F.A. in Studio Art requires
66 hours in Studio Art and 15 hours in Art History. The B.F.A. requires a
portfolio review for admission. The B.F.A. in Studio Art provides the
breadth and depth necessary for a liberal arts based professional
degree.
The emphasis of the Studio
Art program is creative work in the areas of drawing, painting,
printmaking, sculpture, and digital art. Elective studio work is
available in photography, and graphic design. The study of Art History
is seen as necessary to intelligent studio development, as is the
socializing of the student to the attitudes, philosophies, and language
of the contemporary art world. Most studio courses require that the
student purchase a basic supply of necessary tools, equipment, and
supplies.
It is also possible to
complete the requirements for art teacher certification while earning
the B.A. degree in Studio Art. The studio degree can lead to specialized
work as an artist in one of the fine arts areas, graduate study in art
or related fields, and art careers in applied art such as graphic design
and digital imaging/multi-media. It should be noted that the specific
orientation of these programs is in fine rather than applied arts.
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Career Opportunities
Diverse career opportunities exist for Department of Art graduates.
The degrees offered prepare students for a wide range of vocational
choices inside as well as outside the field of art. They also provide a
solid foundation for those choosing to go on for graduate study. Many
graduates of the Department of Art have developed careers in different
aspects of Studio Art, Art Education and Art History, including graphic
design, fashion
design, museum administration, arts administration, and multi-media.
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Specialized Information
The Department of Art requires the completion of 21 credit hours in
residence prior to graduation. The Department also offers a minor in
History of Art. The minor is open to all undergraduate, degree-seeking
University of Maine students and requires the completion of 21 credit
hours in art history and related courses.
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