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Art knows no boundaries. Prepare yourself for the same.

Art transcends mere hobby; it embodies passion and a revered profession. Our comprehensive art program embraces both traditional fine arts and cutting-edge modern techniques, pushing the boundaries of your imagination. Dive into diverse media and innovative methodologies, empowering you to refine and expand your artistic prowess. 
Engage closely with our experienced faculty, dedicated to nurturing your artistic journey. Gain invaluable insights into fundamental concepts integral to every artist's toolkit. Throughout your education, you'll receive guidance, challenges, and unwavering support, preparing you comprehensively for the vibrant world beyond graduation. 
Prepare for a life enriched by art, equipped with the skills and knowledge essential for a thriving career in the creative realm.

Anchor: Stats & Accolades

By the numbers

80%

Faculty Hold Highest Degree in the Field

16:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratio
Anchor: Programs & Requirements
Programs & Requirements

Programs & Requirements

* The credit hours listed on this page only reference the specific program requirements and is not reflective of the total hours necessary to receive your degree. 黑料不打烊 requires all students obtain a minimum of 60 hours for an associate鈥檚 degree and a total of 120 hours for a bachelor鈥檚 degree. Transfer and prior learning credits may be counted toward those totals.

To learn more about our General Education Requirements, please visit the page referenced below or explore our Academic Catalog

General Education Requirements

 

Bachelor of Science in Art

Use art to shape your perspective of the world. Through exploring your own skills and seeing examples of other talented artists, you will be inspired to develop your own artistic style. As an art student, you鈥檒l enjoy a handful of organized trips to art museums in nearby cities like Louisville, Cincinnati, and Knoxville where you can gain insight and inspiration toward your own artwork. The curriculum is equipped with challenging courses that offer lessons over a variety of art styles and topics such as art history, drawing, design, computer imaging, painting, sculpting, and photography. 

As you work toward your bachelor's degree in art, our program will encourage you to view yourself as a professional artist and showcase your best work in exhibitions. Past works by faculty and art majors have been featured in solo and group exhibitions and have been reviewed in newspapers, magazines, and catalogues. 

Course Requirements

Minor in Art

The opportunity to explore your artistic skills and see examples of work from other talented artists while pursuing a separate major degree in the meantime.

Course Requirements

Anchor: Mission & Goals

Mission & Goals

The purpose of the 黑料不打烊 Department of Art is to provide a broad course offering to students who wish to pursue a fine arts career and those who want to obtain teaching certifications.

Develop your individual creative ability.
Investigate humanity鈥檚 cultural heritage as revealed through visual art.
Hone your psychomotor skills using a variety of media to create skillful works of art.
Learn to make intelligent and qualitive judgments about visual artwork.
Enrich the aesthetic environment of the college and community through art exhibitions and other opportunities.
Anchor: Career Outcomes

Art Careers & Outcomes

Use art to grow your individual capacity in the workforce across a variety of fields

Fine Artist: $68,870

This career includes creating, developing, producing, and exhibiting your work.

Illustrator/Graphic Designer: $50,710

Illustrating pictures and graphics for anything such as books, websites, and infographics.

Museum Curator: $67,490

Administer collections of art for museums and conduct public events for art museums.

Post-Secondary Instructor: $93,440

Teaching art classes at the college level, guiding students to develop their artistic talents, and providing resources to students for a career in art.

High School Teacher: $61,820

Teach high school classes related to art such as drawing, painting, and art history.

Art Tutor: $44,820

Individually tutor art students on how to strengthen and perfect their talents and skills within a subject of art.

Anchor: FAQs

Common Questions

As an art student at UC, I鈥檝e learned not only how to express my passion as an artist, but to see every artistic and beautiful aspect of the world around us. 

Rachel Wade
Art Student
Anchor: Faculty

Faculty Experts in Art

Learn more about the professors you will interact with and view the list of the art faculty. 

Geraldine Allen

Geraldine Allen

Assistant Professor
Art

Geraldine Allen

Contact Information

geraldine.allen [at] ucumberlands.edu
Luecker Building
Alexa Brooks

Alexa Brooks

Assistant Professor
Art

Alexa Brooks

Contact Information

alexa.brooks [at] ucumberlands.edu
Russell Weedman

Russell Weedman

Department Chair / Professor
Art

Russell Weedman

Contact Information

russell.weedman [at] ucumberlands.edu
Luecker Building

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