Studio Art Degree with a Concentration in Printmaking

Program Overview

The Studio Art Degree with a Concentration in Printmaking at the University of North Texas is a B.F.A. program that emphasizes both traditional and contemporary printmaking techniques. It's led by a renowned faculty and offers a range of studio spaces, preparing students for careers in art education, professional commercial work, fine art, commercial printing, and various other areas of the field. The program fosters artistic vision, proficiency in printmaking techniques, professional development, and networking opportunities.

Program Outline

Studio Art Degree with a Concentration in Printmaking - University of North Texas

Degree Overview:

The Studio Art Degree with a Concentration in Printmaking at the University of North Texas is a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to develop a personal artistic vision and studio practice. The program emphasizes a strong foundation in traditional printmaking techniques while also exploring contemporary approaches to image-making.

Objectives:

• Develop a personal artistic voice and creative practice.
• Master a range of printmaking techniques, including relief, screen printing, intaglio, lithography, monotype, and interdisciplinary processes.
• Gain proficiency in both handmade and photo-digital matrixes.
• Cultivate self-discipline, cultural awareness, and professional skills.

Teaching:

• The program boasts a faculty of nationally and internationally recognized professional artists.
• Faculty members provide students with technical skills training, instill a sense of conceptual rigor, promote creative research, and mentor students for professional development opportunities.
• The program offers a variety of studio spaces, including:
• Over 5,000 square feet of space with seven etching/relief presses, three lithography presses, a large selection of lithography stones, and exposure units for screen prints, intaglio, and lithography.
• Access to digital print labs, digital fabrication labs, paper-making studio, woodshop, and sculpture shop in the Art Building for cross-media equipment.

Careers:

• Education: Graduates are prepared to pursue higher education in printmaking or studio art programs.
They may also instruct private lessons or public workshops and classes at colleges, universities, local arts organizations, museums, galleries, community centers, artist residencies, or studios.
• Professional Commercial Work: Graduates can create brochures, publications, posters, display signs, and other promotional materials.
• Fine Artist: Graduates can create and sell their artwork to individuals or corporations, including t-shirts, tote bags, cards, or other items featuring their original artwork.
• Commercial Printing: Graduates can work in screen printing or other specialized printing shops.
• Other Areas: Graduates can work as print technicians or lab assistants to master printers.

Other:

• The program collaborates with print businesses in the region to offer students industry experience and develop professional networks.
• The Printmaking Association of North Texas Students (PANTS) organizes exhibitions, community events, field trips, fundraisers, awards, visiting artist events, and portfolio exchanges.
• The College of Visual Arts and Design is one of the nation's most comprehensive visual arts schools and is considered among the best in the Southwest.
• The program provides many opportunities to exhibit work in the Cora Stafford Gallery, Paul Voertman Gallery, and other exhibition venues.
• Overall employment of craft and fine artists is projected to grow 6 percent from 2021 to 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations.
(Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).