Studio Art: Printmaking, BFASA
for the degree of Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art Major in Studio Art, Printmaking Concentration
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 Fine 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 Studio Art: Printmaking) | ||
| Fashion Illustration (required for Studio Art: Fashion) | ||
| Beginning Painting (required for Studio Art: Painting) | ||
| Basic Photography (required for Studio Art: Photography) | ||
| Select one course in 3D Category: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Industrial Design | ||
| Ceramics Sculpture I | ||
| Jewelry/Metals I | ||
| Beginning Sculpture (required for Studio Art: Sculpture) | ||
| Select one course in 4D Category: | 3 | |
| Image Practice | ||
| Time Arts I | ||
| Interaction I | ||
| Total Hours | 20 | |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Art History Requirements | 9 | |
200 level and above ARTH courses | ||
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Capstone Requirements | ||
| ARTS 392 | Current Art Issues Seminar | 3 |
| ARTS 451 | Advanced Studio II | 4 |
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Total Credits for BFA Studio Arts | ||
| First-Year Curriculum Requirements | 20 | |
| Art History Requirements | 9 | |
| BFA Capstone requirements | 7 | |
| Concentration Requirements 1 | 43-46 | |
| General Education Requirements, three hours of art history also count as gen ed credit | 40 | |
| Electives to bring the total hours earned to 122, including a minimum of 40 credits at the 300- or 400-level. | 0-3 | |
| Total Hours | 122 | |
- 1
See Concentrations tab for requirements for individual concentrations.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select four courses from the following list: | 12 | |
| Some courses are required for the Printmaking concentration, noted below. If any required course was selected in the first year curriculum, pick from remaining offerings in this section. | ||
| Introduction to Printmaking (required for the Printmaking concentration, exclude if taken in first year curriculum) | ||
| Ceramics Sculpture I (exclude if taken in first year curriculum) | ||
| Image Practice (exclude if taken in first year curriculum) | ||
| Time Arts I (exclude if taken in first year curriculum) | ||
| Interaction I (exclude if taken in first year curriculum) | ||
| Life Drawing (required for the Printmaking concentration) | ||
| Beginning Painting (exclude if taken in first year curriculum) | ||
| Making and Meaning | ||
| Intermediate Painting | ||
| Beginning Sculpture (exclude if taken in first year curriculum) | ||
| Intermediate Sculpture | ||
| Special Topics in Studio Art (may be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours total if topics vary) | ||
| Select up to eleven 300- or 400-level courses from the following list: | 31-34 | |
| Some courses are required for the Printmaking concentration, noted below. | ||
| Ceramics Sculpture II | ||
| Intermediate Studio I | ||
| Intermediate Studio II | ||
| Internship in Studio Arts (may be completed twice to a maximum of 4 hours total, with advisor consent) | ||
| Special Topics in Printmaking (6 hours required for the Printmaking concentration) | ||
| Time Arts II 1 | ||
| Interaction II 1 | ||
| Special Topics in New Media | ||
| Advanced Studio I | ||
| Advanced Drawing (ARTS 454 or ARTS 455 required) 1 | ||
| Advanced Painting (ARTS 454 or ARTS 455 required) 1 | ||
| Advanced Sculpture 1 | ||
| Art in Context 1 | ||
| Special Topics in Studio Art (may be repeated to a maximum of 9 hours, if topics vary) | ||
| Total Hours | 43-46 | |
- 1
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours.
for the degree of Bachelor of Fine 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 | ARTS ### (4D Category) | 3 |
| ARTF ### (Drawing Category) | 3 | Composition I or Language Other than English (3rd level) | 4 |
| ARTD or ARTS ### (3D 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 | ARTH 200-400 level course | 3 |
| Course from 'select 4' concentration list | 3 | Course from 'select 4' concentration list | 3 |
| ARTH 200-400 level course | 3 | Course from 'select 4' concentration list | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 | General Education course | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 | General Education course | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| ARTS 405 | 3 | ARTS 405 | 3 |
| ARTH 200-400 level course | 3 | ARTS 392 | 3 |
| Course from 'select 11' concentration list | 3 | Course from 'select 11' concentration list | 3 |
| Course from 'select 11' concentration list | 3 | Course from 'select 11' concentration list | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 | General Education course | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| ARTS 454 or 455 | 3 | ARTS 451 | 4 |
| Course from 'select 11' concentration list | 3 | Course from 'select 11' concentration list | 3 |
| Course from 'select 11' concentration list | 3 | Course from 'select 11' concentration list | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 | General Education course | 3 |
| General Education course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| 15 | 16 | ||
| Total Hours 122 | |||
for the degree of Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art Major in Studio Art, Printmaking Concentration
School of Art & Design
School of Art & Design
Art & Design faculty
Academic Coordinator of Undergraduate Academic Affairs: Michael Foellmer
143 Art and Design Building, Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 244-8462
Academic Coordinator of Undergraduate Academic Affairs email
College of Fine & Applied Arts
Fine & Applied Arts
Admissions
University of Illinois Undergrad Admissions
FAA Undergraduate Advising
Undergrad Admissions email