Printmaking
(Undergraduate and Graduate Programs)
Printmaking Area Coordinator: Prof. Catherine Bebout; 973-655-4320
Papermaking Coordinator: Eileen Foti; 973-655-4449
Overview | What You Will Study | Studio Facilities | Student Work Galleries | Apply Now
Overview
Printmaking is offered as a Specialization within the following undergraduate and graduate programs:
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Fine Arts/Studio
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Fine Arts, Studio concentration
- Master of Arts (MA) in Fine Arts, Studio concentration
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Studio Art
Printmaking students explore a variety of methods and practices of multiple-image-making, incorporating a range of conceptual, critical and technical approaches. In so doing, students are encouraged to challenge the limitations of both conventional and experimental processes to create works that are of personal meaning.
What You Will Study
Instruction through introductory and upper-level courses emphasizes non-toxic methods and emerging technologies in printmaking processes. Courses explore all the traditional media including intaglio, lithography, monotype/monoprint, and silkscreen, in addition to contemporary applications such as digital and photo, as well as papermaking and book arts techniques.
Curriculum Links —
Curriculum requirements for the undergraduate and graduate studio programs, including course descriptions for printmaking, may be found through the links below:
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Fine Arts/Studio
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Fine Arts, Studio concentration
- Master of Arts (MA) in Fine Arts, Studio concentration
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Studio Ar
- University Catalog – Art and Design section
Studio Facilities
The Department of Art and Design occupies several buildings on campus, housing fully equipped studios for all art areas including printmaking. The printmaking studio remains open for individual use when classes are not in session, with technical assistants available to assist students during open studio hours.
Student Work Galleries
Students in printmaking produce works that include etchings, lithographs, woodblock prints and works incorporating combinations of techniques.
Printmaking | Student Work – All Programs
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Students interested in the Printmaking specialization must first apply to their intended graduate or undergraduate studio major. Following acceptance, Printmaking may be declared as a specialization in accordance with the guidelines of the major.
Admission requirements for all programs may be found on the Department Admissions page.