Art

Design Your Future

Art

Design Your Future

Light your creative spark.

The Davis & Elkins 91快播 art program provides a strong foundation in the arts, design, art theory, and art history to build on in your chosen medium 鈥� drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, digital media. Not sure which medium you want to work in? Try them all! Flexibility in the art program allows for growth and self-discovery through exploration, observation, problem-solving, introspection, and collaboration.

You鈥檒l learn from dedicated, mentoring faculty who are working artists and active in the field. Small class sizes provide an inspiring environment that exposes you to new ideas and activities while allowing you to express your own creativity and explore your thoughts and feelings.

Baccalaureate Programs (B.A.)

Bachelor of Arts in Art

The bachelor鈥檚 degree in art requires 50 credit hours. All art majors complete a Capstone Experience Project consisting of a senior exhibition and the writing of an artist鈥檚 statement. Students majoring in art must complete a minor approved by the Creative Arts Department. For specific requirements, refer to the Undergraduate Course Catalog.

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Bachelor of Arts in Digital Media

The bachelor鈥檚 degree in digital media requires 50 credit hours. Students majoring in digital media must also complete a minor approved by the Creative Arts Department. Suggested minors are art, film production, marketing, and pre-art therapy. For specific requirements, refer to the Undergraduate Course Catalog.

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Bachelor of Arts in Art Education

Coming Fall 2026!

Minors

Art Minor

The art minor consists of 18 semester hours and may have an emphasis in either studio art or art history.

Digital Media Minor

The digital media minor consists of 18 semester hours and focuses on digital design tools and techniques.

Pre-Art Therapy

The pre-art therapy minor consists of 19 semester hours and combines studio art courses with psychology coursework as preparation for graduate-level art therapy programs.

Courses

What We Offer

Painting for Non-Majors
Introduction to Drawing
2-Dimensional Design
3-Dimensional Design
Digital Media
Ceramics
Fiber Arts
Art History I
Digital Photography
Graphic Design
Introduction to Sculpture
Introduction to Printmaking
Figure Drawing
Advanced Drawing
Color Theory
Digital Media II
Painting
Advanced Painting
Art History II
Digital Illustration
Advanced Ceramics
Advanced Sculpture
Ceramic Mold Making
Screen Printing
Advanced Printmaking
Topics in Art History
Methods for Teaching Art
Graphic Design II
Arts Advocacy Internship
Pre-Art Therapy Internship
Independent Study
Professional Practices
Senior Studio
Senior Seminar

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Careers in Art

A degree or minor in Art from D&E prepares you for a wide range of professional paths. Throughout your studies, you鈥檒l engage in practical experiences 鈥� internships, gallery work, entrepreneurship, and community projects 鈥� that build a portfolio and professional network.

Career options for art graduates include:

Studio and Professional Art

Professional Artist/Fine Artist
Illustrator/Muralist
Ceramicist/Sculptor
Printmaker
Freelance Artist

Education and Therapy

K鈥�12 Art Teacher
Art Therapist (with graduate study)
Museum Educator
Community Arts Program Director

Arts Administration and Galleries

Gallery Director/Curator
Arts Administrator/Program Manager
Arts Advocate/Nonprofit Director
Museum Professional

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Facilities

Located on the lower level of Myles Center for the Arts, the recently renovated work area features artistic architectural details and includes studio spaces for drawing and painting, printmaking, and ceramics. It also includes technology labs, classrooms, and offices. Student artwork is displayed in glass cases and along the hallways throughout.

A bright and spacious studio provides room for painting, drawing, and design. An expansive ceramic and sculpture studio houses pottery wheels with space for mold-making and clay mixing. A dedicated printmaking area includes tools for etching, lino-cutting, woodcutting, and screen printing. The Mac Lab offers professional resources for graphic design and digital photography. Art Department areas are available for students to work in even when classes are not in session.

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What Our Alumni Say

“Davis & Elkins 91快播 gave me an opportunity to expand my creativity and learn from talented instructors, as well as fellow students. I will forever be grateful for my time at D&E as it is more than a school 鈥� to me, it is a family.”

– Jacob, D&E Art Alumnus

Why Art at D&E

The supportive community of the Art Department and a broad range of courses will teach you creativity, problem-solving, visual communication, and the satisfaction of making something that didn鈥檛 exist before. Dedicated faculty members who are working artists create an inspiring environment where you and your peers can learn from each other, develop your craft, and push your creative boundaries. Through on-campus exhibitions and shows in the local community and nearby cities, you鈥檒l have real opportunities to exhibit and sell your work, building your portfolio and your professional presence from day one.

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Art

Art

Light your creative spark.

Baccalaureate Programs (B.A.)

Bachelor of Arts in Art

Bachelor of Arts in Digital Media

Bachelor of Arts in Art Education

Minors

Art Minor

Digital Media Minor

Pre-Art Therapy

Courses

What We Offer

Careers in Art

Facilities

Department Directory

Eric Armstrong

Adjunct Faculty, Art

Donna Baroudi Huffman

Music Program Coordinator; Instructor of Music

Daniel Engstrom

Scene Shop Foreman- Part-Time

Natalie Josimovich

Adjunct Faculty, Art

Cindy Martin

Adjunct Dance Instructor

Lonnie Martin

Assistant Professor, Theatre & Film

Seth Maynard

Adjunct Faculty, Music

Aubrey Helene Neumann

Assistant Professor, Theatre

Adalia Trudgeon

Costumer

Desire Watson

Adjunct Faculty, Creative Arts

Kevin Woodcock

Art Department Chair; Associate Professor, Art

What Our Alumni Say

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