Painting Option - Studio Arts BFA Option
Painting Option
Studio Arts BFA
Overview
Students selecting this option engage in contemporary visual art practice through a personal exploration of painting techniques. The comprehensive curriculum covers traditional methodologies as well as contemporary visual art practices. Rigorous studio practice and critical discourse encourage the development of a strong personal language that allow for effective individual expression. This option is part of the Studio Arts BFA program.
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Featured Work
Senior Art Exhibition
Nine RIT School of Art seniors studying Expanded Forms, Metals and Jewelry Design, Painting, Printmaking and Sculpture presented individual capstone projects in a group senior art exhibition at RIT...
Projects From Painting Courses
Emily Glass
These paintings were completed in spring 2021 by students in programs across RIT’s School of Art — Fine Arts Studio (now part of Studio Arts), Illustration and Medical Illustration. The work was...
Painting Abject Subjects
Vivian Trettenbach
Capstone paintings by Vivian Trettenbach ’20 (Fine Arts Studio; now Studio Arts)
Featured Profiles
Why You Belong in RIT's College of Art and Design
Todd Jokl, Mari Jaye Blanchard, Melissa Dawson, Clay Patrick McBride
Get an in-depth look at RIT's College of Art and Design from our faculty and students. Let us share with you how our community of artists pushes the boundaries of creativity and innovation. And...
Alumni Spotlight: Melissa Huang '14
Between her work as an internationally exhibiting artist, in galleries and archives and as an appraiser, Melissa Huang ’14 has fully immersed herself in the world of art.
Admission Requirements
This option is part of the Studio Arts BFA. Please visit the degree program page for admission requirements.
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Latest News
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October 13, 2021
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Professor Luvon Sheppard's influence touches all creative corners of RIT, Rochester
Luvon Sheppard, described as the heart and soul of the RIT School of Art faculty, has a solo exhibition coming to RIT City Art Space celebrating his five-plus decades as an artist, educator and community collaborator.
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September 7, 2021
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New leadership roles, faculty hires highlight changes in College of Art and Design
RIT's Schools of Art, American Crafts, Film and Animation, and Photographic Arts and Sciences are all under new leadership.
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August 24, 2021
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Artist series brings exhibitions, sculpture, artist engagement to campus
RIT School of Art's Anna Ballarian Visiting Artist Series adds a new dimension to the College of Art and Design's already robust visiting artist and exhibition programming.
