Art
Introduction & Overview
The 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 fashion design, practical design, painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, design thinking, education and graphic design.
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 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
Bachelor of Science
Minor
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
Art Major Procedures for Acceptance
Portfolio for Incoming Students
Students wishing to major in Art will be accepted by the University's Admissions Department based on standard criteria plus a portfolio review by the Art program. It is suggested that students include in their portfolio works in any medium and techniques. The portfolio should include approximately 10-15 images and an artist's statement. Portfolio submission can be digital or in person, by appointment.
Portfolio for enrolled students
Enrolled students wishing to declare art as their major must submit a portfolio to the Art faculty. It is suggested that students include in their portfolio works in any medium and techniques. The portfolio should include approximately 10-15 images and an artist's statement. Portfolio submission can be digital or in person, by appointment.