Glass Option - Studio Arts BFA Option
Glass Option
Studio Arts BFA
Overview
Through a rigorous and diversified curriculum, the glass option cultivates artists who are as versatile in their making as they are in their thinking. Studio instruction in glassblowing, flame-working, hot and kiln casting, cold-working, kiln-forming, glass imaging processes, and three-dimensional digital technologies help inform each student’s creative potential with glass. An emphasis on research, idea development, material exploration, execution, and presentation equip students with the skills needed to succeed as professionals. This option is part of the Studio Arts BFA program.
Studio Residency Program
The BFA program is seeking candidates interested in pursuing glass-related research for the 2020-21 academic year while contributing to the creative community of the glass program and the College of Art and Design. Learn more about the Glass Studio Residency Program, including details on how to apply.
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Industries
Typical Job Titles
| Artistic Director | Creative Director |
| Independent Artist | Small Business Owner/Operator |
| Professional Artist Assistant | Professional Designer |
| Professional Gaffer | Professional Fabricator |
| Freelance Artist Assistant | Freelance Designer |
| Freelance Fabricator | Freelance Gaffer |
| Gallery Director | Gallery Preparator |
| Exhibition Curator | Studio Technician |
| Studio Technician Assistant | Professional Hot Shop Employee |
| Professional Kiln Studio Employee | Professional Cold Working Employee |
| Education Director | Glass Education: High School Teaching |
| Glass Education: Undergraduate/Graduate Teaching | Glass Education: Public Access Studio Teaching |
| Glass Education: Public Demonstration/Narration for Museums, Art Centers, Education Centers | Glass Education: Material Study Workshop Teaching |
| Glass Education: Registrar/Administration | Glass Industry: Architecture |
| Glass Industry: Scientific Instrumentation | Glass Industry: Equipment/Tool Manufacturing |
Featured Work
Jarryd Pezzillo
’18
Tate Newfield
’18
A selection of coursework from Tate Newfield '18 (Glass).
Featured Profiles
Art and Nature Lover
Celia Garland
An artist long inspired by nature, the career path of Celia Garland '14 (glass) reflects her enthusiasm for the environment, art and travel.
Admission Requirements
This option is part of the Studio Arts BFA. Please visit the degree program page for admission requirements.
Learn about admissions, cost, and financial aid
Latest News
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January 17, 2020
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Glass-color science crossover underscores RIT's collaborative setting
A multidisciplinary research project saw RIT Glass students team up with the Munsell Color Science Laboratory to investigate how color — beyond its tangible application — can be incorporated into their practice.
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November 6, 2019
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Hundreds attend RIT's National Portfolio Day
In support of the college admission process, prospective students from around the country received portfolio reviews from RIT faculty and reps from other leading art and design colleges.
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August 19, 2019
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RIT partners with RCSD for portfolio preparation workshop
College of Art and Design faculty and staff led a workshop educating Rochester City School District art teachers on portfolio requirements and the art of photographing portfolio pieces.
