DEPARTMENT OF FINE ARTS

Degree Requirements

• B.F.A Degree Plan
• Minor Degree Plan
• Course Descriptions

Programs of Study

B.F.A. Visual Arts

• Option: Graphic Design
• Option: Multimedia
• Option: Photographic Arts

The Bachelor of Fine Art in Visual Arts degree stresses competence in theory, research, and critical and creative thinking skills through practiced applications. Students will acquire specific knowledge and skills needed to function in a variety of careers associated with the discipline.

Graphic Design Option:
The graphic design option focuses on the basics of graphic design, as well as the latest technology in advanced digital imaging, digital photography, and consumer product package design.

Multimedia Option:
The multimedia option incorporates elements of graphic design with digital three-dimensional art, animation and sequential art.

Graphics Lab

To create the unforgettable inhabitants of Middle Earth, the masterminds behind the film trilogy Lord of the Rings employed Maya, the same 3-D software utilized by students in the RSU Graphics Lab. In this state-of-the-art Macintosh computer lab, students also learn to master the latest versions of Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign, GoLive, Acrobat as well as Macromedia Flash, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Freehand, and more.