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The curriculum of the art department is designed to provide theoretical
and applied study of the visual arts through studio and lecture
courses. The objectives of the art department curriculum are two-fold;
(1) to offer a curriculum for students who elect the concentration,
combined areas of concentration or special program options required
for a professional degree, (2) to heighten the awareness and appreciation
of the visual arts through expansion of the student’s knowledge
of art forms and artists, and their relation to society.
An important component of the visual arts at Albright College is
the Freedman Gallery where students can view exhibitions of nationally
and regionally significant contemporary art. The monthly-changing
exhibitions and the visiting artists lectures and performances provide
additional educational dimensions for all students. Furthermore,
the Berks Filmmakers Media Center, The Reading Museum and Art Gallery
as well as major museums within easy driving or commuting distance
of Albright College enhance the study of art.
The area of concentration, combined areas of concentration and
special programs within the Art Department provide students the
opportunity to combine general liberal studies with in-depth study
in studio art and art history. The programs are designed to supplement
students who are concentrating in areas other than art.
 Concentration
in Studio Art
Students may focus their concentration program on either the painting
or sculpture track. The concentration program requires that thirteen
courses be taken in studio art and art history. Nine courses are
to be taken in studio art including introductory and advanced level
courses in Drawing, Graphics, Painting, Sculpture; two are history
courses; two elective courses with the remaining courses to be taken
in either the painting or sculpture track (of which two must be
at the 400-level).
Concentration
in Art Education
The art department offers a program of study in conjunction with
the education department that meets all requirements for certification
in elementary and secondary education. Students interested in this
option should contact the education and art department chairpersons
for specific requirements.
Combined
Areas of Concentration in Studio Art
A combined areas program includes seven courses within the art
department and seven courses from another discipline. Students should
work closely with faculty in the selection of the combined areas
program. Previously, students have combined Art with Communications,
English, Biology and Business.
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Special
Programs in Art History, Film/Video and Photography
The art curriculum also offers three areas of study within the
Special Programs track (Art History, Film/Video and Photography).
The special program provides in-depth study through a selection
of five courses.
The requirements for the Art History Program are two courses at
the 100-level, two at the 200-level and one 300-level research course.
The Film/Video Program requirements are one 100-level art history,
one introductory studio course, Filmmaking I and II (ART 215 and
315), plus a 400-level studio topics course.
The requirements for the Photography Program are one art history,
one introductory studio course, Photography I and II (ART 216 and
316), plus a 400-level studio topics course.
The art department, in conjunction with the Freedman Gallery,
offers an internship in gallery management. This internship provides
experience in day-to-day gallery management. In consultation with
the department chairperson, and under the supervision of the gallery
director, students participate in the organization and installation
of exhibitions, cataloging and inventory of the permanent collection,
and advertising and catalog production, in order to become familiar
with many aspects of gallery operations.
The art department is housed in the Center for the Arts, a building
specifically designed for the visual and performing arts. The Center
for the Arts includes large studio spaces for sculpture, painting,
drawing, printmaking, well-equipped darkrooms for photography and
filmmaking, student studios, and lecture rooms for art history.
The Freedman Gallery, the Meridian Theatre and music department
are also located in the Center for the Arts, creating a stimulating
environment for exploring and experiencing the arts and providing
opportunities for collaboration between the visual and performing
arts. The Center for the Arts, was designed by architect Adele Santos
and features a unique artist/architect collaboration in the form
of a site-specific installation sculpture.
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