Art and Art History
Art & Art History educates artists, scholars and teachers by fostering creative expression, visual literacy, and critical thinking through practice and research. By developing mastery of various disciplines in art, students are prepared to become leaders in their chosen careers and make positive contributions to the world. Art & Art History is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
Contact Information
For more information, contact Art & Art History at 402.554.2420.
Admissions
Any student enrolled in the College of Communication, Fine Arts and Media may declare a major in Art & Art History. Students working on their BASA must pass a portfolio review (ART 2000), which is normally conducted after a student has completed the Studio Core I courses, or the equivalents.
Art History
Art History is an interdisciplinary field that studies the most significant artists and artworks in human history and emphasizes the role of visual culture from the past to the present. Students majoring in Art History at UNO can prepare for advanced graduate study in art history as well as careers in museum studies or art administration.
- Museum curator
- Gallerist
- Exhibit Installation technician
- Art conservationist/restorer
- Art law/anti-forgery specialist
- Interior designer
- Art/estate appraiser
Studio Art
The programs in studio art provide a comprehensive art education that prepares students with the technical skills, historical context, and theoretical knowledge to create meaningful artistic contributions. Visual imagery created through painting, drawing, printmaking, book arts, ceramics, sculpture, graphic design, media arts, or game design are emphasized in this program. Additionally, students can also pursue teacher certification to apply their artistic skills in the K-12 classroom.
2D
- Artist
- Fashion illustrator
- Comic illustrator
- Storyboarder
- Medical illustrator
- Art therapist
- Concept artist
- Art educator
3D
- Sculptor
- Art educator
- Special effects artist
- 3D animator
Graphic Design
- Corporate graphic designer
- Web designer
- Marketing/advertising artist
- UX/UI designer
Illustration
- Graphic Novelist
- Preproduction for Animation (storyboard artist, concept artist, production management)
- Editorial Illustrator
- Children's Illustrator
- Webcomic artist
- Comic colorist, inker or penciler
- Creative business owner
Media Arts (Intermedia and Digital Art/Game Design)
- Concept/character artist
- Photographer
- Animator
- Digital Artist
- Game art director
- Video Artist
Art Education
- Elementary art educator
- Secondary art educator
- Tutor