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Bruce Shores

Instructor of Visual Arts

bshores@highpoint.edu

+1 (336) 841-4624

Scott Raynor

Department Chair and Associate Professor of Visual Art

sraynor@highpoint.edu

+1 (336) 841-4671

Emily Gerhold

Assistant Professor of Visual Arts and Director of Sechrest Gallery

egerhold@highpoint.edu

+1 (336) 841-4680

Benita VanWinkle

Associate Professor of Visual Arts

bvanwink@highpoint.edu

+1 (336) 841-9466

Cory Gurley

Visual Arts Instructor

cgurley@highpoint.edu

+1 (336) 841-2864

Janis Dougherty

Instructor of Visual Arts

jdougher@highpoint.edu

+1 (336) 841-9409

Mark Brown

Associate Professor of Art

mabrown@highpoint.edu

+1 (336) 841-9596

In Studio Art we foster independent and creative thought, emphasizing artmaking as not only a means of personal self-expression, but a way of thinking about our relationship to culture, humanity and the world of ideas. Our programs offer you the opportunity to work one on one with faculty in a highly creative studio environment taking courses that will emphasize individuality, interdisciplinary work, collaboration and community.

The Department offers two degrees focused on fine arts. The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio: General Fine Arts is a professional degree and recommended for those seeking careers in the field of graphic design, while the BA in Studio Art, exposes students to essential core courses, but offers flexibility to those students seeking to combine a minor or other major to help them reach their individual career goals.

BFA, Studio: General Fine Arts 76 major credit hours

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio: General Fine Arts is a professional degree and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art & Design (NASAD). From painting and drawing, photography and printmaking, to sculpture and ceramics, the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio: General Fine Arts emphasizes the development of skills, concepts, and creative sensitivities essential to the professional artist. Students work closely with faculty to develop their expressive voice and expand their proficiency across media. Our majors have 24-hour access to our various art studios during the four years of their degree.

Students will learn best practices in navigating the art world as they develop the skills needed to be a professional artist. The degree culminates in a distinctive senior capstone program involving the creation of a series of original works produced by each Bachelor of Fine Arts degree candidate that will be displayed in our Sechrest Gallery.

B.A. Studio Art, 52 major credit hours

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Studio Art provides a major for students who wish to develop and investigate a broad range of aesthetic, conceptual and technical approaches within the spectrum of a liberal arts degree. This degree is offered to those students wanting to expand their knowledge of Art and possibly to combine a minor or major program of study outside of the discipline. B.A. students acquire a foundation in design techniques, aesthetics, and history, while maintaining the flexibility to explore additional disciplines across the University. The B.A. degree’s flexibility makes it a particularly good choice for students who are considering a double major.

Course Requirements 2020/2021

Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio (General Fine Arts)

Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art

Degree Requirements	Credits
Major Requirements	44
University Core Requirements	50
Electives	34
Total	128

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio (General Fine Arts)

Degree Requirements	Credits
Major Requirements	76
University Core Requirements	50
Electives	2
Total	128

Requirements for B.A. in Studio Art

Requirements for B.F.A. in Studio (General Fine Arts)

Requirements for B.A. in Studio Art

Course	Course Title	Credits
ART 1050	Fundamentals of Design	4*
ART 1060	Drawing	4*
ART 2000	Art History Survey	4
ART 2350	Three-Dimensional Design	4
ART 3090	Sculpture I	4
ART 3160	Painting I	4
ART 3860	Contemporary Concepts in Art	4
ART 4040	Intermedia Studio	4
Select two courses (8 credits) from the following list:
ART 3190	Ceramics II	4
ART 4060	Painting II	4
ART 4080	Darkroom Photography II	4
ART 4090	Sculpture II	4
Select one course (4 credits) from the following list:
ART 2030	Printmaking	4
ART 2080	Darkroom Photography I	4
ART 2090	Ceramics I	4
ART/GBS 2988	The Grand Tour	4
ART 3060	Life Drawing	4
ART 3081	Documenting the Community through Photography	4
ART 3680	Digital Photography	4
ART 3850	History of Photography	4
ART/GBS 3880	Documentary Photography in Paris	4
Course Descriptions

*Indicates content required for Freshman Portfolio Review.

Requirements for B.F.A. in Studio (General Fine Arts)

Course	Course Title	Credits
ART 1050	Fundamentals of Design	4*
ART 1060	Drawing	4*
ART 1150	Digital Art and Design	4*
ART 2000	Art History Survey	4
ART 2350	Three-Dimensional Design	4*
ART 2030	Printmaking	4
ART 2080	Darkroom Photography I	4
ART 2090	Ceramics I	4
ART 3060	Life Drawing	4
ART 3090	Sculpture I	4
ART 3160	Painting I	4
ART 3190	Ceramics II	4
ART 3860	Contemporary Concepts of Art	4
ART 4040	Intermedia	4
ART 4060	Painting II	4
ART 4090	Sculpture II	4
ART 4999	Senior Studio	4
Select one course from the following list (4):
ART 2988	The Grand Tour	4
ART 3850	History of Photography	4
GDS 3150	History of Graphic Design	4
Select one course from the following list (4)**
PSC 2310	American Politics	4
PSC 2510	Comparative Politics	4
PSC 2710	International Relations	4
PSC 3512	Democracy, Development, and Conflict	4
REL 2019	Environmental Ethics	4
REL 3007	Women and the Bible	4
Course Descriptions

*Indicates content required for Freshman Portfolio Review.

**Other elective options will likely be available. Speak to your advisor.

Career Opportunities

In each of our degrees we want to see each student flourish and find their unique, expressive, artistic voice. Both of our Art degrees have a different point of focus.

BA Studio Art

Students wishing to pursue a BA degree are getting a broad exposure to the field of studio art. We highly encourage students in the BA program to consider a double major or coursework in a related area. This degree is a good choice if you are looking to engage a broader selection of fields and you are interested in combining the visual arts with other career aspirations.

BFA Studio Art

When you major in Studio Art with a BFA you are getting a professional level preparation for a career as an artist. If you are planning on attending graduate school (earning an MFA) you would want to pursue the BFA. You will also be prepared to work professionally as an artist in many fields including commercial arts, photography, and arts entrepreneurship. Other areas such as arts organizations and non-profits such as museums and galleries are other possible career options. The degree prepares you to be a professional artist in areas such as:

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At High Point University, our emphasis on global perspectives is designed to provide students with opportunities to enhance their international awareness and to develop their cross-cultural communication skills. Study abroad is strongly encouraged as a part of this emphasis on global studies. With a variety of extraordinary options at some of the most prestigious universities in the world, students at High Point University are encouraged to study abroad as early as the summer after their freshman year. Employers are looking for more than just a degree; they want well-rounded individuals who have familiarity with diverse cultures, special skills, and knowledge of the world around them.

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