The Studio Art undergraduate degree at Whittier College is designed for aspiring artists who are problem solvers, builders, and thinkers, eager to create meaningful objects and images. You will begin by exploring a wide range of foundational skills, learning techniques in drawing, oil painting, digital photography, welding, and woodworking. As you progress, you will refine these abilities through guided exercises that challenge you formally and conceptually. This rigorous programme provides a comprehensive artistic education, preparing you for a dynamic career in the arts.
Studied full-time on campus over four years, your journey will involve foundational courses like Introduction to Art (2-D and 3-D), Western Art history, and Drawing I. You will then select intermediate and concentration courses in areas such as digital photography, painting, sculpture, or drawing, culminating in an Advanced Art Seminar and a Senior Project exhibition during your final semester. You will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree, equipped for diverse career paths including museum work, gallery curation, artist assistance, photography, and arts education.