The drawing program is designed to provide a wide range of drawing experiences and approaches. Introductory courses (100 level) heighten visual awareness and develop traditional drawing skills. Figure Structure is offered at the 200 level with the option of taking subsequent classes. Inter-mediate level courses (300 level) introduce more physical and tactile materials and techniques as well as theoretical and expressive concepts. Drawing projects are set up to make you more aware of your culture with an emphasis placed on personal creative thinking. Advanced courses (400 level) offer the opportunity to learn to be more independent and creative through mentored personal investigations and thematic drawing series leading to portfolio preparation for career opportunities after graduation. Class enrollments are limited to insure lots of one-on-one instruction.

There are three dedicated drawing studio classrooms (two for general drawing and one for figure drawing) that are available for students both during classes and during off class hours. Each studio has a high ceiling, lots of windows and overhead specialty lighting.

The drawing faculty: Prof. Roy Drasites, MFA, University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana; Prof. Deanna Leamon, MFA, Southern Illinois University and James Edwards, MFA University of California-Santa Barbara, are all exhibiting professional artists and excellent teachers who look forward to working with you to achieve your creative potential. Numerous visiting and adjunct faculty also teach in the drawing area.

Programs of Study:
BA in Drawing
BFA in Drawing
MA in Studio Art
MFA in Studio Art

Core requirements (pdf)
Independent Study Form (pdf)