The art program at Hillsdale College trains students to think and communicate with the visual language. Art majors take a balance of studio and art history classes.
Art studio class offerings include both traditional hand media (drawing, sculpture, and painting) and digital coursework (photography and graphics). Studio courses give students a grounding in traditional skills and concepts while allowing ample room for individual expression.
Complementing the studio courses, art history develops an appreciation of man’s artistic achievements through the centuries and provides a storehouse of ideas to inform and inspire.
The department also maintains an active program of professional art exhibits and student exhibits throughout each academic year. Off-campus experiences include field trips to art museums and other artistic destinations in the region.
How to Declare an Art Major
In order to declare a major in art, students must consult with the department chairman to learn about admission requirements. Once formal admission to the major is attained, the student will plan course schedules with the chairman or other art faculty. Students will work with faculty to determine a studio track within the curriculum that best matches their talents.
Requirements
Note: This represents a general overview of the major and minor. For more information, please consult the current college catalog, or contact the department.
Art Major
A field of concentration in art consists of at least 36 semester hours and must include:
- Art 101: Drawing I
- Art 104: Basic Design
- Art 120: Sculpture I
- Art 353: Graphic Design I
- Art 203: History of Art, Prehistoric through Medieval
- Art 204: History of Art, Renaissance through Modern
- One Art History elective: Art 308, 309, 310, 411 or 412
- Art 500: Senior Exhibit and Portfolio
Art Minor
A minor in art shall consist of a minimum of 21 hours of credit and shall include:
- Art 101: Drawing I
- Art 120: Sculpture
- Two of Art History electives: Art 203, 204, 308, 309, 310, 410, 411 or 412