Art
Art is the study of the various creative means of expressing human thoughts, interests, attitudes, emotions and ideas. Whether the choice is studying the various methods and delving into the rich past of the field or being part of the creative process itself, art historians and artists alike are members of a highly diverse and creative number of career fields.
Possible Careers
Artist, Architect, Archivist, Cartoonist, Conservator, Curator, Designer, Illustrator and Photographer are a few of the more obvious career choices. But many art majors also find careers in the fields of Advertising, Antique Appraisals, Art Therapy, Broadcasting and Journalism, Computer Graphics, Critiquing, Education, Film, Jewelry, Law (Police and Courtroom Artists), Medicine (Medical Illustrators), Music, Photography, Publishing, and Research, to name a few.
Degree Options
Bachelor of Arts Degree with a Major in Art with concentrations in Art History, Pre-Medical Illustration, and Studio Art.
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree with a Major in Art with concentrations in Art Education, Ceramics, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Painting, Photography, Printmaking and Sculpture.
Advising
Art majors are advised within the Department of Art. Your advisor depends on the concentration in your Art degree. To find out who your advisor is and how to set up an appointment, visit the main office in Humanities 322 or call 678-839-6521.
For More Information
College Art Association http://www.collegeart.org/
National Art Education Association http://www.naea-reston.org/