Painting, Minor
Program Details
- Location
- Akron Campus
- Level
- undergraduate
- Academic Pathway
- minor
- Degree/Program Type
- na
- Format
- In-person
- Course Info
- Painting, Minor
- College
- Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences (BCAS)
- School/Department
- Mary Schiller Myers School of Art
Program Contact
- Sofia Calderwood
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Manager of Student Affairs
330-972-6856
Overview
The Painting Minor supports a student’s search for creative expression while helping them develop strong visual skills and critical thinking. You’ll explore materials and techniques across introductory, intermediate, and advanced levels, building a foundation in both traditional and contemporary approaches. Whether you’re a studio major or exploring painting alongside another field, this minor enhances your ability to communicate visually, think flexibly, and engage with ideas across disciplines.
Admissions Requirements
Authorization from the student, adviser and Myers School of Art is required to add the Minor in Painting.
Career Outcomes
This minor supports careers in:
Studio art and painting
Illustration and concept art
Arts education and community outreach
Gallery and museum work
Graduate study in studio art or art therapy
Creative roles in design, publishing, and media
Space to develop your artistic voice
Grow as an artist through dedicated studio experiences, connections with working professionals and a creative community that encourages exploration, discussion and individual expression.
DEDICATED STUDIO SPACE
Make space for ambitious work
Progress from studios designed for each level of painting to individual studio spaces for advanced students, giving you room to explore ideas and develop more ambitious work.
CREATIVE COMMUNITY
Grow through critique
Develop your work within a community of students and faculty who value curiosity and a shared work ethic. Critiques and discussions help you think critically about your work, exchange ideas and develop a more personal relationship with your artistic practice.
PROFESSIONAL PERSPECTIVES
Learn from working artists
Gain new perspectives through an active visiting artist program and travel opportunities that provide direct access to professionals in the field and experiences beyond the classroom.