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Visit us this spring for a tour of our facilities or a meeting with a professor.

Join us for the School of Creative Arts Recognition Ceremony on Sunday, May 12 at 10:30 in Goggin Ice Center.

The Department of Art Faculty and Staff representing Art History, Art Education, Graphic Design and Studio Arts.

Be a part of our community, and join us in loving what we do. Take a class, add a minor, or become a major!

Stop by the Miami University Art Museum for a final look at the Department of Art Faculty and Alumni Exhibition that ends on May 11.
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Exhibition Schedule

Exhibition Schedule

Department of Art Faculty and Alumni Exhibition
Miami University Art Museum
January 15–May 11, 2013

Stephanie McGuiness, MFA Exhibition, Painting
"Little Explosions"
Hiestand North Gallery
April 4–14, 2013
Reception: Friday, April 12, 4:30–6:00pm

Tim Parsley, MFA Exhibition, Painting
"Meridian Brightness"
April 17–25, 2013
Reception: Thursday, April 18, 4:30–6:00pm

BFA Graphic Design Exhibition
May 1–10, 2013
Reception: Friday, May 10, 4:30–6:00pm

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    Art Commits to New Mission Statement

    Explore. Create. Contribute.
    Our mission is to educate socially responsible leaders in the fields of art who explore and create significant ideas. These globally-engaged citizens help shape society, inspire future generations, and share the value of the arts as an essential part of life.

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    Check out the new Miamian Magazine

    The Department of Art Faculty and Alumni Exhibition is featured on page 6 of the spring 2013 Miamian alumni magazine, as the "Art's Celebration of Creativity and Culture."
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    Metals/Design Alum Featured Internationally

    Heather Bayless, alumnus with degrees in both Metalsmithing and Graphic Design, has been featured prominently in several international exhibitions over the last several years, particularly this past fall/winter. Her exhibition record includes...

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    Graphic Design student Molly Zillis Performs for the President

    In February, graphic design student Molly Zillis, a Miami Shakerette, performed as part of the Presidential Inauguration. Molly, tell us about your experience...

Upcoming Events

May 27, 2013

Memorial Day Holiday

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Summer Courses

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    Summer Art Courses Available Now!

    This summer we're offering several different courses including:
    ART 111 Visual Fundamentals 2D
    ART 121/122 Drawing 1 and 2
    ART 151 What is Graphic Design?
    ART 187 History of Western Art: Prehistoric to Gothic
    ART 257/357 Photography 1 and 2
    ART 321/322/421/422 Drawing 3, 4, 5 and 6
    ART 350 Illustration

  • {Summer Courses}

    ART 111 2D Visual Fundamentals

    Introduction to organization of two-dimensional picture plane using principles of design and color theory. 3 Lab. includes Lec. Special computer requirement; contact department.

  • {Summer Courses}

    ART 121/122 Beginning Drawing

    Introduction to the basic problems of drawing. ART 121 is prerequisite for ART 122. 3 Lab. includes Lec.

  • {Summer Courses}

    ART 151 What is Graphic Design?

    An introductory course in the graphic design program that defines the field and gives an overview of the professional venues in which designers practice.

  • {Summer Courses}

    ART 187 History of Western Art: Prehistoric to Gothis

    Historical survey of Western art, including development of concepts necessary for analysis and appreciation of great works of art. IIA, IIB, Cul, H. CAS-B.

  • {Summer Courses}

    ART 257/357 Beginning Photography

    ART 257: Introduction to basic 35 mm camera operation, black and white darkroom technique and aesthetic approaches to art of photography.
    ART 357: Continued development of aesthetic, conceptual and technical traditions in photography. Emphasis on black and white printing skills and personal expression. Introduction to color printing.

  • {Summer Courses}

    ART 321/322/421/422 Advanced Drawing

    Drawing problems requiring advanced conceptual and technical skills.

  • {Summer Courses}

    ART 350 Illustration

    Emphasizes development of drawing and painting techniques significant to the creation of illustrations for publication and related pragmatic conditions. Addresses problem analysis, visual research, media and space constraints, cost and time factors as well as personal stylistic growth in this specialized discipline. Lecture and slides supplement studio work.

Summer Arts Camps

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    Design

    Beginning Design: Architecture and Interior Design

    This summer take your art to a whole new level— the college level!

    JULY 8th through JULY 19th

    Instructed by: Matthew Litteken, Emily Moorhead
    Open to high school students.
    Level: Beginner – Advanced

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  • {Summer Arts Camps}

    Jewelry

    Jewelry Design and Metalsmithing

    This summer take your art to a whole new level— the college level!

    JUNE 17th through JUNE 21st

    Instructed by: Samantha Skelton
    Open to high school students.
    Level: Beginner

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  • {Summer Arts Camps}

    Fashion

    Miami Style Storm (Fashion)

    This summer take your art to a whole new level— the college level!

    JULY 8th through JULY 12th

    Instructed by: Meggan Peters, Gion DeFrancesco
    Open to high school students.
    Level: Beginner

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  • {Summer Arts Camps}

    Jazz

    Jazz Camp

    This summer take your art to a whole new level— the college level!

    JUNE 24th through JUNE 28th

    Instructed by: Dr. Jeremy Long
    Open to high school students.
    Level: Intermediate – Advanced

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  • {Summer Arts Camps}

    Musical Theatre

    Musical Theatre

    This summer take your art to a whole new level— the college level!

    JUNE 17th through JUNE 21st

    Instructed by: Rebecca Eaton Reardon, Benjamin Smolder
    Open to high school students.
    Level: Beginner

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  • {Summer Arts Camps}

    Art Portfolio

    Art Portfolio Summer Studio

    This summer take your art to a whole new level— the college level!

    JULY 8th through JULY 19th

    Instructed by: Matthew Litteken, Emily Moorhead
    Open to high school students.
    Level: Beginner – Advanced

    learn more>>

  • {Summer Arts Camps}

    Posters

    Posters that Rock

    This summer take your art to a whole new level— the college level!

    JULY 15th through JULY 19th

    Instructed by: Erin Beckloff
    Open to high school students.
    Level: Beginner

    learn more>>

  • {Summer Arts Camps}

    Character Design

    Intro to Character Development

    This summer take your art to a whole new level— the college level!

    JULY 12th through JULY 14th

    (Game and Animation)

    Instructed by: Rebecca Zomchek, Eric Hodgson
    Open to high school students.
    Level: Beginner – Intermediate

    learn more>>

Featured Exhibition

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    Now Showing: Graphic Design Thesis Exhibition

    This annual exhibition includes recent works by our graduating senior graphic design majors from the Department of Art. The work in the show represents the design curriculum, from traditional to interactive to three-dimensional media. The main feature are the independent thesis projects the students have developed over the course of a full semester. This show also includes the students final professional portfolios. Hiestand Hall North Gallery, May 1-10, Closing Reception on May 10 from 4:00-6:00pm

Featured Events

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    Sandra Gross

    SCA Recognition 2013

    Featured speaker at this year's School of Creative Arts Recognition Ceremony, Sandra Gross, a glass artist from Cincinnati and recipient of the International Sculpture Society's Outstanding Student Achievement Awards based on her graduate work in Sculpture at Miami University.

    Visit Sandra Gross's website

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