About Us

The Department provides cutting-edge experiences that prepare graduates for art and design related employment opportunities.

Students study and produce work that includes state-of-the-art computer applications, conceptual art and design theories and applications, and leading-edge art, graphic design, and interior design projects.

Mission

The Department of Art and Design offers exciting and creative opportunities for students to nurture and expand their artistic and design senses by providing a broad range of experiences that prepare its graduates for art and design-related opportunities and artistic endeavors.

Degrees and Options

Bachelor of Art Degree (B.A.)

Areas of Emphasis:

• Drawing/Painting

• Ceramics/Sculpture

• Printmaking/Photography  

Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree (B.F.A.)

    Areas of Emphasis:

• • Graphic Design, Illustration, Interactive Multimedia Design

Bachelor of Art in Interior Design

Bachelor of Art in Art History

Bachelor of Art - Animation/Intermedia Option

Masters of Art Degree (M.A.)

Areas of Emphasis:

• Studio Art

• Art Education

• Art History 

• Interior Design

Minor in Art

Single Subject Credential

Course Descriptions and Degree Requirements

Go to the General Catalog website.

See the General Catalog for degree requirements and course descriptions.

Career Opportunities

Completion of the art major—or interior design major— enables graduates to pursue advanced study leading to careers in fields such as:

• 3D Modeler
• 3D Texture Artist
• 3D Animator
• 2D Storyboard Artist
• 2D Animator
• Art Education
• Art History
• CAD Design
• Computer Art
• Fine Arts
• Gallery Work
• Graphic Design
• Illustrator
• Interior Architecture
• Interior Design
• Museum Work
• Photographer
• Public Artist
• Studio Production

Prospective students should contact faculty in their area of interest to further explore specific career opportunities. Students may also choose to pursue advanced degree work toward the M.A. in Art.

Our Areas of Study

Studio Art offers courses in drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, photography, animaton, new media, printmaking, design, glass blowing, glass casting and foundry.

Art Education leads towards a single subject teaching credential.

Art History presents a platform for students to examine, identify, and appreciate the visual arts.

Graphic Design offers a state-of-the-art program that prepares students for careers in graphic design, illustration, advertising, publishing, and Web design.

Interior Design uses the most advanced CAD and animation programs as well as traditional methods to train its students for success in the professions of retail, office, restaurant, healthcare, historic preservation, and residential design.

The M.A. in Art offers in depth advanced studies in Art History, Studio Art, Art Education and Interior Design.

Excellent Facilities

The Art and Design department is housed in the Phebe Conley Art Building: an award winning contemporary building complex.

Facilities include:

• State-of-the-Art Computer Labs
• Digital facilities
• Studio Classrooms with North Lighting
• Photographic darkroom
• Printmaking, Painting, Drawing, Ceramics, Crafts, Sculpture and Glass Studios
• The Phebe Conley Art Gallery, the Dean’s Gallery, the President’s Gallery
• Art & Design Slide Library
• Interior Design Resource Room
• Smart Classroom Lecture Hall

Department Information

Interim Department Chair 
Kathy Adams 
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Administrative Support Coordinator
Melissa Peters
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Location
Conley Art Building 
Room 105

Office Hours 
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Phone
(559) 278-2516

Address 
5225 N. Backer Ave
M/S CA65
Fresno, CA 93740

Map

Conley Art Gallery