Studio Art Major BA | Samford University

Earn a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art at Samford University. Develop your artistic skills in painting, sculpture, and mixed media through hands-on studio practice, preparing for a career in fine arts, design, or art education.

Bachelor of Arts

Studio Art

Develop your artistic skills in painting, sculpture and mixed media through hands-on studio practice, preparing for a career in fine arts, design or art education.

Take the Next Step Learn More

Is This Program for Me?

Are you passionate about exploring your creativity and expressing ideas through visual form? Samford’s Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art offers the freedom to explore a range of media while building a strong foundation in technique, theory and visual thinking. Whether you aspire to become a practicing artist, educator or creative professional, this program equips you to pursue your calling with confidence and clarity.

This program is a great fit for students who:

Want to explore diverse artistic media such as painting, drawing, ceramics and printmaking
Enjoy hands-on studio work and creative problem-solving
Value small classes and one-on-one mentorship from working artists
Seek a Christ-centered liberal arts education with creative freedom
Want careers in art education, design, arts administration or studio practice

What Makes Us Different?

The BA in Studio Art at Samford combines professional training with intellectual and spiritual growth. Students develop technical skills alongside a deep understanding of art’s role in culture and society.

Interdisciplinary Curriculum

Study studio art in the context of a broad liberal arts education.

Exhibition Opportunities

Display your work in Samford Art Gallery and other campus venues.

Individual Studio Access

Create in well-equipped studio spaces tailored to multiple disciplines.

Expert Faculty

Learn from accomplished artists who are dedicated to teaching and mentoring.

Shape Your Academic Journey

The studio art curriculum fosters creativity, critical thinking and technical proficiency across a range of disciplines. You’ll engage in hands-on studio work, develop a professional portfolio and participate in critiques that sharpen your artistic voice.

Program Highlights

Master core techniques in drawing, painting, ceramics and printmaking
Analyze visual art through historical and contemporary lenses
Develop your own creative vision and professional portfolio
Engage in critiques and studio practices that prepare you for graduate study or career work

Prepare to Succeed

Graduates of Samford’s studio art program are prepared to thrive in creative industries, graduate study or teaching. Through studio practice and liberal arts learning, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to build a life of meaning and creative impact.