visual arts: printmaking
As an art major, you will explore art history and theory, and take courses in humanities, languages and social sciences. You will study and learn to appreciate art at a higher, more meaningful level, and develop the broad knowledge and expertise needed for art-related careers. Whether you want to manage a gallery, work in a museum, become an art librarian, lead community art organizations or critique and appraise art, a B.A., B.S., or B.F.A. in Art is an excellent first step.
You will have opportunities to discover art on a global scale through the program's international study experiences. Quality internships and involvement with university galleries also give you valuable firsthand experience.
Prepare for success
If you have a passion for art, but do not envision a career as a professional artist, the Bachelor of Arts in Art (B.A. Art) could be the degree for you. To succeed, you should have strong analytical, interpretation and research skills. You must also have a lifelong desire to learn and continually enhance your knowledge, perspectives,and expertise.
During your first year in the four-year B.A. Art degree program, you will complete general university requirements and core art courses. You may take the following courses during your freshman year: world art and culture, visual communication, drawing I-II, design process and art history.
You will also choose a studio emphasis in one of the following areas: graphic design, interactive design, painting, sculpture, printmaking and photography/digital imaging.
What can you do with an art degree?
By the year 2012, Oregon will enjoy 17.8% growth in art-related jobs.
BA/BS and BFA graduates from WOU pursue gratifying art and design careers in the following fields: Art education, fine art, fine art technician, graphic design and such related industries as software, hardware and product design
Current Research
Art and design faculty members are internationally and nationally recognized for their expertise, with work featured at group and solo exhibitions throughout the world. Faculty research interests and activities include: international student and faculty exchange in information design (federally-funded), Michelangelo and Neoplatonism, design culture, visual culture, phenomenology and media aesthetics, massive concrete laminated and mold-formed depictions of ruins from the “Villa Bitricci, and procedures followed in autopsy, dissection, taxidermy, geological data collection and the creation of domestic objects.
All studio classes are limited to 23 students creating a close interaction between faculty and students. Work-study opportunities with faculty and staff are also available.