Studio Art

What can you do with a Studio Art degree?

The Studio Art program provides students with a well-rounded understanding of visual art theory and practice, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving. Through drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, photography, video, digital media, and printmaking, you'll explore traditional and contemporary approaches while building conceptual approaches to communicate through visual art.

As an art school within a liberal arts college, Studio Art encourages you to connect creative work with ideas from across disciplines. You'll work closely with faculty mentors, strengthen your writing and research skills, and prepare for graduate study or careers in the arts and beyond.

Create Across Media

Work in drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, photography, video, digital imaging, and print media.

Individual Mentorship

Develop your artistic practice through close collaboration with faculty who challenge and support your creative growth.

A Liberal Arts Perspective

Combine Studio Art with another major or minor while connecting creative practice with ideas from across the curriculum.

Why Study Studio Art at Wooster?

Create a yearlong Independent Study that culminates in a professional solo exhibition and written thesis.

Work in your own studio space during your senior year as you develop a focused body of original work.

Learn every step of professional artistic practice, from creating and installing artwork to lighting, documenting, and writing about your exhibition.

Research at the College of Wooster Art Museum and visit world-class museums through courses and field experiences.

Enhance your Independent Study through Copeland Funding for research travel and creative exploration.

Pair Studio Art with another major or minor through the flexibility of the program.

Featured Courses

Explore a wide range of artistic media and techniques.

Drawing
Painting
Sculpture
Ceramics

Photography
Print Media
Digital Imaging
Video

Develop your work from concept to exhibition.

Studio Art majors spend four years preparing for a senior Independent Study experience that mirrors graduate-level work. Beginning with the Junior I.S. seminar, you'll develop the research methods, artistic direction, and critical framework for your yearlong capstone.

Working one-on-one with a faculty advisor, you'll create a cohesive body of original artwork, write a supporting thesis, and present your work in a solo exhibition. Along the way, you'll gain experience with exhibition design, installation, documentation, and professional presentation while building a portfolio for graduate school or your career.

Ready to Explore Studio Art?

Whether you want to become a professional artist, pursue graduate study, or bring creative thinking into another field, Studio Art at Wooster helps you develop the skills, confidence, and portfolio to take the next step.

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