Studio Art: Printmaking, BASA
for the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art Major in Studio Art, Printmaking Concentration
The BASA, Studio Art: Printmaking Concentration is not currently accepting applications. Suspension of admission effective Spring 2025.
The concentration in Printmaking offers students in the BASA and BFASA the opportunity to study a wide range of traditional, photographic, and digital printmaking methods that engage with contemporary art and design fields. Courses provide instruction in screenprint, letterpress, comics and zines, relief printing, intaglio, lithography, and other rotating special topics.
Instruction begins with a focus on mark-making, color theory, composition, and the unique role of the printed image in visual culture, from its invention to present-day. At every level, students are challenged to develop critical thinking skills, visual and cultural literacy, and a familiarity with current art theory and practice. At the intermediate and advanced levels, students are introduced to the laser cutter, CNC router, and Risograph printer as a means to incorporate digital typography and design elements into their studio work alongside traditional drawing practices.
Interdisciplinarity is encouraged as students hone their conceptual interests and develop a personal body of creative work. Students may focus in contemporary fine art printmaking, or related areas within the expanded field of print media such as poster design, print as sculpture/installation/performance, book arts, comics, community engagement, and more. Individual research interests are supported by access to elective courses across campus. Ongoing instruction, and the option to participate in national and regional printmaking conferences and events through the Noble Print Club, teach students the professional skills and habits to establish a unique, self-directed studio practice.
for the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art Major in Studio Art, Printmaking Concentration
Students in the School of Art and Design must complete the Campus General Education requirements. Some Art and Design courses will also apply toward the General Education requirements.
A portfolio review is required for admission to the School of Art and Design.
Students majoring in this degree program must complete the First Year Curriculum requirements before beginning other major requirements.
First Year Curriculum
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| FAA 101 | Arts at Illinois | 1 |
| ARTF 101 | Contemporary Issues in Art | 2 |
| ARTE 101 | Art, Design, and Society | 2 |
| ARTH 110 | Introduction to the History of Art and Visual Culture | 3 |
| Select one Drawing course: | 3 | |
| Observational Drawing | ||
| Expressive Drawing | ||
| Visualization Drawing | ||
| Select one course in 2D Category: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Graphic Design | ||
| Introduction to Printmaking (required for BFASA Studio Art: Printmaking) | ||
| Fashion Illustration (required for BFASA Studio Art: Fashion) | ||
| Beginning Painting (required for BFASA Studio Art: Painting) | ||
| Basic Photography (required for BFASA Studio Art: Photography) | ||
| Select one course in 3D Category: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Industrial Design | ||
| Ceramics Sculpture I | ||
| Jewelry/Metals I | ||
| Beginning Sculpture (required for BFASA Studio Art: Sculpture) | ||
| Select one course in 4D Category: | 3 | |
| Image Practice | ||
| Time Arts I | ||
| Interaction I | ||
| Total Hours | 20 | |
General education: Students must complete the Campus General Education requirements including the campus general education language requirement.
Minimum hours for graduation is 122, to include a minimum of 40 hours of upper-division coursework generally at the 300- and 400-level. These hours can be drawn from all elements of the degree.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| First-Year Curriculum | ||
| FAA 101 | Arts at Illinois | 1 |
| ARTF 101 | Contemporary Issues in Art | 2 |
| ARTE 101 | Art, Design, and Society | 2 |
| ARTH 110 | Introduction to the History of Art and Visual Culture | 3 |
| Select one Drawing course: | 3 | |
| Observational Drawing | ||
| Expressive Drawing | ||
| Visualization Drawing | ||
| Select one course in 2D Category: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Graphic Design | ||
| Introduction to Printmaking | ||
| Fashion Illustration | ||
| Beginning Painting | ||
| Basic Photography | ||
| Select one course in 3D Category: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Industrial Design | ||
| Ceramics Sculpture I | ||
| Jewelry/Metals I | ||
| Beginning Sculpture | ||
| Select one course in 4D Category: | 3 | |
| Image Practice | ||
| Time Arts I | ||
| Interaction I | ||
| Total Hours | 20 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Art History Requirements | ||
| 200 level and above ARTH courses | 9 | |
| Total Hours | 9 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Art requirements | ||
| 200-level ARTS course | 3 | |
| 300-level ARTS course | 3 | |
| ARTS 392 | Current Art Issues Seminar | 3 |
| 400-level ARTS course | 3 | |
| ARTS 448 | BASA Capstone Project | 4 |
| Total Hours | 16 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Summary of credits for Bachelor of Arts in Studio Arts | ||
| General Education Requirements | 38 | |
| First-Year Curriculum Requirements | 20 | |
| Art History Requirements | 9 | |
| Studio Art Requirements | 16 | |
| Free Electives | ||
| A minimum of 40 credits at the 300 or 400 course level are required | ||
| Total Hours | 122 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ARTS 205 | Introduction to Printmaking (required for the Printmaking concentration, exclude if taken in first year curriculum) | 3 |
| ARTS 250 | Life Drawing | 3 |
| ARTS 392 | Current Art Issues Seminar | 3 |
| ARTS 405 | Special Topics in Printmaking (may be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours) | 3 |
| ARTS 448 | BASA Capstone Project | 4 |
| Choose one of the following: (ARTS 405 can be repeated for this requirement) | ||
| ARTS 399 | Internship in Studio Arts (with advisor consent) | 1 to 4 |
| ARTS 454 | Advanced Drawing | 3 |
| ARTS 455 | Advanced Painting | 3 |
| ARTS 499 | Special Topics in Studio Art | 1 to 4 |
| Total Hours | 16 | |
for the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art Major in Studio Art, Printmaking Concentration
This sample sequence is intended to be used only as a guide for degree completion. All students should work individually with their academic advisors to decide the actual course selection and sequence that works best for them based on their academic preparation and goals. Enrichment programming such as study abroad, minors, internships, and so on may impact the structure of this four-year plan. Course availability is not guaranteed during the semester indicated in the sample sequence.
Students must fulfill their Language Other Than English requirement by successfully completing a third level of a language other than English. For more information, see the corresponding section on the Degree and General Education Requirements page.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| FAA 101 | 1 | ARTE 101 | 2 |
| ARTF 101 | 2 | ARTS 205 | 3 |
| ARTH 110 | 3 | ARTD or ARTS ### (3D Category) | 3 |
| ARTF ### (Drawing Category) | 3 | Composition I or Language Other than English (3rd level) | 4 |
| ARTS ### (4D Category) | 3 | General Education course | 3 |
| Composition I or Language Other than English (3rd level) | 4 | ||
| 16 | 15 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| ARTS 250 | 3 | ARTS 399 or ARTS 405 or ARTS 454 or ARTS 455 or ARTS 499 | 3 |
| ARTH 200-400 level course | 3 | ARTH 200-400 level course | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 | General Education course | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| Free elective course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| ARTS 405 | 3 | ARTS 392 | 3 |
| ARTH 200-400 level course | 3 | General Education course | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 | General Education course | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| Free Elective course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| ARTS 448 | 4 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| Free Elective course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| Free Elective course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| 16 | 15 | ||
| Total Hours 122 | |||
for the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art Major in Studio Art, Printmaking Concentration
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