Studio Art
Introduction & Overview
The Studio Art program values the process of collaboration in the development of artists. We work with you as an individual and feel that the quality of the process determines the quality of the product. The fine arts are emphasized as the foundation for all art careers. After exploring several areas, you will do advanced work on your senior project in a chosen area of concentration, such as painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, illustration, digital media/graphic design or photography.
Art is not simply about art; it includes the present world, the worlds of the past, and the worlds of the future. Art begins outside of the studio and is defined and refined in the studio. In a more comprehensive semblance it is returned to the world and presented to the public. Students find that Manhattanville’s proximity to New York City, with its museums, galleries and art studios, is convenient and stimulating. The city is a center for advertising, publishing, and printing, and is the source of many job opportunities in these related fields. Placement in meaningful internships will be encouraged.
Students exhibit their work throughout the college campus and in Berger Gallery and Brownson Gallery. Senior projects are exhibited in April of the Senior year in group exhibitions.
Degrees
Bachelor of Arts
Minor
Studio Art
Career Ideas
Exhibit Designer, Fashion Artist, Fashion Designer, Fine Artist, Illustrator, Interior Designer, Model Maker, Painter, Architecture Rendering Artist, Professional Photographer, Textile Designer and Weaving/Fiber Sculpture artist, Sculptor, Set Designer, Technical Illustrator, Toy Designer, and Web Art Director.
Division Chair
Gregory Swedberg, 914.323.5216, gregory.swedberg@mville.edu
Faculty
Alakananda Mukerji
Faculty Emeriti
Tim Ross
Randy Williams
Studio Art Major Procedures for Acceptance
Portfolio for Incoming Students
Students wishing to major in Studio Art will be accepted by the College’s Admissions Department based on standard criteria plus a portfolio review by the Studio Art program. It is suggested that students include in their portfolio works in multiple media, works from observation, and works from outside of class (when possible). Approximately 15 images may be submitted in slide or digital format with an accompanying description sheet.
Portfolio for enrolled students
Enrolled students wishing to declare art as their major must submit a portfolio to the Studio Art faculty. It is suggested the portfolio include works in multiple media, works from observation, and works from outside of class (when possible). Approximately 15 images should be submitted in slide or digital format with an accompanying description sheet.