ART 4701 - Studio Art Senior Experience: Exhibition and Thesis

Credits: 3 (0 + 6)

Prerequisite(s): Completion of all General Studies requirements; BFA in Art major with senior standing; ARTH 4480 with “C-” or better; ART 4611 or ART 4641 or ART 4651 or ART 4661 or ART 4671 or ART 4681 or ART 4691 with “C-” or better; and permission of department

Description: This studio capstone course is designed for the student completing the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art. Students synthesize content from coursework from throughout their academic career by articulating their aesthetic style, and its links to conceptual and philosophical frameworks of the past and present. Students refine that research into a concise thesis statement about the intention and methodology of producing their body of artwork, developed specifically for presentation in a thesis exhibition, which they organize and install. Students also partake in professional development activities and assignments, and produce a professional document portfolio that includes images in traditional and digital formats. These activities serve as culminating academic preparations toward the transition to the profession of studio artist.

University Requirement(s): Senior Experience