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Turn process into practice with a printmaking degree through a BFA in Art. Choose an Emphasis in Printmaking and develop your craft through hands-on expression.
Western Colorado University’s printmaking degree program combines traditional and contemporary techniques, giving students a strong foundation in visual storytelling and printmaking artistry. In our printmaking degree program, students explore a variety of processes—such as relief, intaglio, lithography, and screen printing—while developing a professional portfolio. At the same time, you’ll learn to apply critical thinking and creative problem-solving to your work. Students will also engage in projects that mirror real-world challenges professional artists face, ensuring that they are prepared for the demands of the industry.
The printmaking degree program at Western equips students with the skills needed to thrive as professional artists, mastering both traditional and contemporary techniques.
What You’ll Learn
The printmaking degree program covers the history of the artistic process from 15th-century technology to contemporary methods. The curriculum also gives equal attention to the ideas and techniques behind the art form. You’ll have access to cutting-edge facilities to hone your printmaking skills, including three etching presses, two stone lithography presses, three relief presses, a process camera, a professional photomechanical darkroom, scanners, laser, and large format color printers. In the program, you’ll also have the opportunity to practice drawing, two-dimensional problem-solving, and color theory. The printmaking degree program at Western doesn’t merely reflect the trends of the printmaking world; it has been known to set them.
Apply to Western’s printmaking degree program and gain the technical and creative skills to succeed as a professional artist.
FAQs
What can you do with a printmaking degree?
Western’s printmaking degree program can prepare you for careers as a professional artist, printmaker, educator, gallery technician, or art director. Many graduates also work in illustration, design, or museum curation.
What techniques are taught in the printmaking degree program?
Students in Western’s printmaking degree program learn processes such as relief, intaglio, lithography, monoprint, and screen printing, along with digital and experimental print methods.
How can a printmaking degree prepare me for professional success?
Western’s printmaking degree program equips students with both creative and technical expertise, professional portfolio development, and the critical thinking skills needed for careers in the arts industry.
