What is Studio Art?
UW's B.A. in Visual Arts - Studio Art Track provides a comprehensive education in the theoretical, historical and practical foundations of visual art, guiding students from introductory to advanced coursework across studio art, theory and art history. Designed for those with a strong interested in the visual arts, the program offers broad knowledge of studio practice, interdisciplinary learning and a well-rounded liberal arts experience. Students explore a wide range of disciplines from ceramics, digital media, design, drawing, metalsmithing, painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture. Eligible students may apply to the Studio Art B.F.A. program after completing their first-year foundations coursework.
If you're a current or prospective student interested in art and curious about how to become involved in our department, considering getting a tour of the UW Visual Arts facilities!
Faculty teaching in the Department of Visual Arts are dedicated to helping all students find their creative voice. While Visual Arts faculty have strengths in many different areas, two things are of primary importance: commitment to studio and scholarly excellence, and dedication to fostering excellence in the education of art students.
Photo Credit: "Flaming Gorge Dam," Photography Professor Bailey Russel, 2019
What can you do with a studio art bachelor's degree?
Students graduating from a studio art program can pursue many jobs and often go on to work in museums, galleries, publications, design agencies and arts organizations. Others start arts-related businesses and work as arts advocates, and many join local creative communities.
- Painter
- Ceramicist
- Graphic Designer
- Jewelry Designer
- Printmaker
- Sculptor
- Illustrator
- Internet Publisher
- Web Designer
- Producer
- Photographer
Here are a few places our studio art University of Wyoming alumni are getting creative!
- K Contemporary
- J. Cotter Gallery
- Art 321
- 85SIXTY
- Interia Hospitality
- American Paintbrush Signs and Graphics
- Mondo Solutions, LLC
- Group Publishing
A B.F.A. in studio art is a professional degree focused heavily on art and design, ideal for students planning to become practicing artists or pursue an M.F.A. It involves more studio courses and specialized training in areas like painting, sculpture or digital media. The studio art track under the B.A. in visual arts on the other hand, offers a broader arts education with fewer studio requirements, making it a flexible option for students interested in combining art with other fields or career paths.
As a studio art major, you’ll explore a wide range of artistic disciplines while gaining a strong foundation in visual thinking, creative problem-solving and hands-on techniques. You’ll take courses in areas like drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking and digital media, while also studying art history and theory. This degree encourages experimentation and cross-disciplinary work, helping you develop both your technical skills and your personal artistic voice within a broader liberal arts context.
A Cowboy’s Creative Calling: Sarah’s Story
Meet Sarah Huggins. Sarah is an artist, communicator and proud UW Cowboy. A recent graduate with a B.A. in Studio Art and a minor in sociology, Sarah brings creative energy to everything she does. From graphic design and printmaking to sculpture and even iron pours, she’s explored a wide range of artistic processes during her time at UW. Through her internship with UW's Marketing Department, Sarah combined her passion for visual storytelling with hands-on experience in the professional world.
