Program Overview

Introduction to the Textiles Program

The Textiles emphasis at Georgia State University fosters personal exploration of subject matter, technical proficiency in a broad range of working methods, and professional presentation. Textiles is presented in both historic and contemporary contexts, demonstrating the continuing relevance of the field and its many applications.

Program Details

• Degree: B.F.A. in Textiles
• Location: Atlanta Campus
• Duration: 120 semester hours of undergraduate coursework
• Application Timeline: Priority deadline for undergraduate degrees is March 1, final fall semester deadline is June 1, and spring semester deadline is December 1
• Admission Requirements: Students enter the Art & Design School as a general major and apply for a concentration sophomore year with a portfolio

Curriculum

• Basic textile design courses providing a foundation in surface design and basic sewn structures
• Intermediate and advanced levels broaden technical experience by learning hand and digital processes in quilting, embroidery, pattern design, pattern printing
• Soft sculpture processes, hand and machine tufting, on and off-loom weaving, and other flexible forms
• Electives in other disciplines to develop multi-media and inter-disciplinary approaches

Program Highlights

• B.F.A. degree that is NASAD accredited
• Area-specific, merit scholarship opportunities
• Year-round exhibitions in the Welch School Galleries & student-run galleries
• The Visiting Artist & Scholar Lecture Series, bringing in speakers around the country and world
• 24-hour studio and building access

Applying to a B.F.A

Students who wish to pursue a bachelor of fine arts (B.F.A.) degree must first enter as a B.A. in studio and take Foundations courses. They then can apply and be accepted into either a B.F.A. in studio or art education. Acceptance to a concentration is determined by application and portfolio review following completion of the art core curriculum.

Admission to Studio B.F.A

Upon completion of the 18 semester hours required in Area F and prior to completion of 15 additional semester hours, each student who wishes to seek a B.F.A. in studio must submit an application and pass a portfolio review for acceptance into a major concentration.

Curriculum Details

• 12 credits foundation studios
• 6 credits Art History surveys
• 47 credits TEXT studios
• 3 credits TEXT History
• 3 credits Critical Issues in Contemporary Art
• 3 credits Digital Possibilities
• 4 credits Electives

Goals and Outcomes

• Ensuring comprehensive exposure to an array of perspectives as represented by the various faculty approaches to media, content, imagery, and teaching styles
• Exploring the continuing traditions of art-making in pursuit of new forms and with contemporary concepts and issues
• Encouraging multidisciplinary approaches with other studio areas
• Preparing students for a professional arts career or secondary degree through development in workshops, exhibitions, internships, marketing, and art handling, design, collaboration with peers, critique, and artistic discourse

Careers

The undergraduate programs at the Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design prepare students for competitive careers in contemporary art, art education, design, and art entrepreneurship. Career paths include graphic, interior, and Web designers, multimedia artists, curators, gallery directors, museum and non-profit arts managers, art administrators, kindergarten through 12th-grade art teachers, art educators, art historians, and writers, among others.

Description

The Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design features an internationally active faculty and a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for professional careers in art and design. The programs foster critical thinking and dynamic artistic production in an interdisciplinary environment.