Program Overview

Art and Art History

The Art and Art History program at Colorado State University offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Undergraduate

• Degrees & Programs
  • BA in Art History
    • Art History Certificate (Majors)
    • Art History Minor (Non-Majors)
  • BA in Integrated Visual Studies
  • BFA in Art Education
  • BFA Studio
    • Drawing
    • Electronic Art
    • Fibers
    • Graphic Design
    • Metalsmithing
    • Painting
    • Photo Image Making
    • Pottery
    • Printmaking
    • Sculpture

Graduate

• Master of Fine Arts

Metalsmithing & Jewelry

The Metalsmithing and Jewelry program explores contemporary issues and ideas through engaged studio practice, research, and critical discussion. This interdisciplinary field cultivates creativity, craftsmanship, and design while engaging with the unique challenges of metalsmithing.

Who We Are

Metalsmithing and Jewelry explores contemporary issues and ideas through engaged studio practice, research, and critical discussion. This interdisciplinary field cultivates creativity, craftsmanship, and design while engaging with the unique challenges of metalsmithing. As a student in the concentration, you will explore a wide range of process and materials and learn how traditional skill intersects with modern technology. In addition to developing a strong technical background in the field, you will develop your own artistic voice and an understanding of professional practices. Whether you want to learn design and production techniques, start your own studio workshop, or develop a fine art practice, our Metalsmithing program encourages diverse perspectives and approaches to the medium while providing a solid foundation in the field.

Coursework

Metalsmithing classes are focused on teaching a broad range of processes, skills, and concepts to express your unique, creative voice. You will receive a high level of technical training in metalsmithing and jewelry techniques, develop a keen eye for detail, learn how to both give and receive constructive criticism while exploring product design, project planning, and workflow efficiency. We encourage students to enter regional and national exhibitions, take part in workshops and conferences and connect with professionals in the field. Our program has a strong culture of mentorship between students that fosters dialogue, collaboration, and mutual artistic growth.

Facilities

The 2,000 square foot Metalsmithing and Jewelry studio includes a large, well-ventilated main studio area outfitted with 24 jeweler’s benches, two large worktables, rolling flex-shafts, and a large selection of specialized hand tools. There are separate rooms for raising and forming, casting, enameling, buffing and grinding, welding, and blacksmithing processes. The Visual Arts Building has its own dedicated Digital Fabrication Lab where you can learn 3D modeling & printing, the operation of laser cutters, & the use of CNC machinery. The Nancy Richardson Design center is a short walk away & several of our faculty members serve as instructors.

Faculty

• Haley Bates
  • Associate Professor of Metalsmithing
  • Graduate Advisor for Metalsmithing

A College of Liberal Arts Department

The Art and Art History program is part of the College of Liberal Arts at Colorado State University.