Art

student painting The Art Department offers theoretical and practical courses in the traditional disciplines of art and art history as well as digital and photographic arts. Students may take courses to prepare for a major in art or art history, to meet general education requirements or for personal growth.

Career Options

Career directions include working artist, teacher, graphic designer, photographer, sculptor, curator in a museum or gallery, conservator, appraiser, or work in various related fields such as marketing and advertising.

Faculty Voice

Yoshimi Hayashi

Yoshimi Hayashi moved to the United States from Japan when he was a child. As a teen, he returned to Japan to study ceramics and apprenticed with world-class ceramic sculptor Hiroshi Ikehata. “I had to learn all the basics all over again,” says Yoshimi. “It was a great experience learning with such a tremendous potter and contemporary sculptor. To this day, I still use those skills I learned in Japan.”

Academic Programs in Art

The academic maps will give you an idea of the classes you need to take. However, please meet with a counselor to personalize your education plan.

KEY: Certificate of Proficiency Certificate of Achievement Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree

Art History for Transfer	MAP
Digital Photography	MAP	CAREERS
Digital Photography		CAREERS
Museum Studies		CAREERS
Studio Arts for Transfer	MAP	CAREERS

Additional Resources

Kruglak Gallery: Explore a diverse range of contemporary exhibitions of interest to both students and the general public.
Department subpage & portfolio: Check out the work the work of students and staff.
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