Fine Art and Graphic Design

Majors
Fine Art - Graphic Design

General Information
The Division of Art offers two baccalaureate degrees, one in Fine Art and one in Graphic Design, and prepares the student to enter a variety of professional careers in the visual arts or graduate study. An associate degree in Fine Art is also available. The Division of Art offers four academic minors: Art History, Fine Art, Visual Communication, or Photography. These complement a student's major area of study. Courses in Art Education are offered as a cognate area of study to students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education.

Career Opportunities
As society becomes increasingly a visual culture, professional opportunities for artists have expanded. Demand for artists in the advertising and publishing industries is especially high. Career opportunities are available to artistic individuals with the professional skills to use technology creatively and effectively. Career opportunities include:

Art Educator
Art Therapy
Corporate Communications
Fine Artist
Gallery and Museum Work
Identity Design
Illustration
Multimedia Design
Package Design
Photography
Publication Design
Signage Design
Television Graphics
Web Design

Objectives
The bachelor of art degree in Fine Art teaches technical and conceptual skills to individuals preparing for a career in the visual arts. The program emphasizes the mastering of technical processes, developing verbal and visual communication skills, and stresses the importance of creative and original thinking. Students expand their studio experiences through exhibitions, internships in professional settings, and participation in professional development courses.

The Graphic Design program combines studio work, design theory and criticism, and design history with York College's strong academic curriculum to provide graduates with the tools they will need to become successful professionals in their chosen field. Student designers learn not only about the tools and techniques, both traditional and digital, necessary to make their ideas come to life, but also the ways in which their work relates to their culture and society. Coursework in graphic design history gives students a valuable perspective on where their chosen discipline has been, where it is going, and how technology affects the way people communicate.

Courses Offered

Art Appreciation and Art History

Introduction to Art Appreciation
Survey of Western Art I
Survey of Western Art II
Nineteenth-Century Art
Twentieth-Century Art I and II
American Art
Art of the Classical World
History of Graphic Design
History of Photography

Fine Art

Concepts of Design
Concepts of Figure Drawing
Concepts of Painting
Concepts of Sculpture
Design I, II
Drawing I, II, III, IV
Figure Drawing I, II, III, IV
Illustration I, II, III, IV
Painting I, II, III, IV
Jewelry and Small Sculpture
Sculpture I, II, III, IV
Ceramics I, II
Photography I, II, III, IV
Digital Photography
Printmaking I, II
Digital Art
Selected Topics in Art

Graphic Design

Visual Communication I, II, III, IV, V
Computer Graphics I, II, III
Interactive Design
Concepts of Computer Graphics
Motion Graphics
Advertising and Identity Design
Packaging and Publication Design

Professional Development Courses

Independent Study
Sophomore Portfolio Review
Senior Portfolio Exhibition
Professional Development Seminar
Art Internship
Senior Design Studio

Art Education

Art Education for Elementary Teachers
Art in Recreation

Special Facilities
The Division of Art is housed in the Music, Art, and Communications Center. The Center includes north-lit studios for drawing and illustration, painting, sculpture, and photography, as well as a television studio for video production. The Graphic Design labs feature publishing and multimedia software, as well as large format color printers, and a projection system. The labs and studios are available for student use anytime the building is open and class is not in session.

Special Opportunities Art students receive professional development opportunities in the these areas:

internships
guest speakers and visiting artists
art trips to major metropolitan areas
student chapter of AIGA (American Institute of the Graphic Arts)
exposure to professional gallery exhibitions and activities

Portfolio Requirements
In addition to fulfilling all of York College's admissions requirements, a student seeking admittance into the Fine Art or Graphic Design program is required to submit a portfolio of 10-20 examples of artwork. The portfolio should contain the student's best work to date, reflect a range of abilities, interests and concepts, and demonstrate experience in a variety of media.

An introductory artist's statement must be included, stating the major the applicant wishes to be considered for. The statement should be a brief synopsis of the artist's experience, how he or she feels about the work, who or what has been an influence and how, and what the aspirations are for the future. Name, mailing address and e-mail address (if applicable) must be included on the statement.

The portfolio can be submitted in the form of 35mm slides or high quality JPGs on a CD. No original pieces of artwork will be accepted. Each slide must be labeled with the applicant's name, title of work (or name of project), date, medium, and dimensions (height x width). The top of the work must be marked with an arrow. Slides must be placed into 8.5 x 11 plastic slide sleeves and then compiled in a binder with the statement, and a slide inventory list. Digital files should be numbered and accompanied by an inventory list that gives the title of work (or name of project), date, medium, and dimensions (height x width).

The portfolio should be sent only after the applicant has received notification from admissions that he or she has been accepted into York College. Acceptance into York College does not guarantee acceptance into art programs. Portfolio submission deadlines are November 1 (for entry in the Spring semester) and March 15 (for entry in the Fall Semester). The student will be notified of the decision of the review committee approximately two weeks after portfolios are reviewed. Portfolios will be returned only if sent with a suitable envelope with appropriate postage.

Send your portfolio to:
The Portfolio Review Committee
Wolf Hall, Room 206
Country Club Rd.
York College of Pennsylvania
York, PA 17405-7199

Students transferring from other institutions are required to submit a portfolio of artwork for admission to the Fine Art and Graphic Design programs. The applicant should follow the specifications and deadlines previously outlined. The portfolio needs to contain a minimum of two examples of work from each art course the student wishes to transfer to York College. Transfer credit in Graphic Design is given only for foundation courses (Viscom I, Viscom II, Drawing I, Painting I, Computer Graphics I, and Sculpture I), art history courses, and art electives. Transfer credit in Fine Art is given for foundation courses (Design I, Design II, Drawing I, Painting I, and Sculpture I), art history courses, art electives, and any additional nine credits in art.

Faculty Highlights
The art faculty at York College is a dynamic group of professionals from diverse backgrounds committed to the teaching of art at York College. They are mentors to each student and are dedicated to helping the student grow artistically, academically, and personally. The art faculty exhibit their work regularly, many have won regional and national awards, and they are all actively involved in professional arts organizations.

Full-Time Faculty
Ry Fryar, Assistant Professor of Art, Coordinator of Fine Art, M.F.A., University of Minnesota

Pamela Hemzik, Associate Professor of Art, Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University

Melanie M. Rodgers, Assistant Professor of Art, Coordinator of Graphic Design, M.F.A., Maryland Institute College of Art

Craig Welsh, Assistant Professor of Art, M.A., Syracuse University

Adjunct Faculty
Stephen Baker, Lecturer in Art, M.A., Publication Design, University of Baltimore

Denise M. Campbell Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., University of Delaware

Ophelia Chambliss, Lecturer in Art, B.S., Communication Design, Art & Advertising, University of Illinois

Melody Davis, Lecturer in Art, History of Photography Ph.D., City University of New York

Rebecca DelliCarpini, Lecturer in Art, M.A., Humanities, The Pennsylvania State University

Nelson L. Dodson, Art Education for Elementary Teachers, Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., Painting, Rochester Institute of Technology

Laure Drogoul, Sculpture, Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., Rinehart School of Sculpture, Maryland Institute, College of Art

Terri Erb, Art Education for Elementary Teachers, Introduction to Art, Appreciation, Lecturer in Art, M.L.A., Western Maryland College

Kristofer Harzinski, Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., Painting, Rochester Institute of Technology

Nicholas Lamb, Graphic Design, Lecturer in Art, M.S., Clemson University

Susan F. McCarter, Art History, Lecturer in Art History MA., Ph.D., Prehistoric Archaeology, Brandeis University

Jay Noble, Design, Painting, Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., American University

Troy Patterson, Graphic Design, Lecturer in Art, B.F.A., Communication Design, Kutztown University

Tim Rice, Photography, Lecturer in Art, Antonelli School of Photography

Neil Savage, Drawing, Painting, Figure Drawing, Lecturer in Art M.F.A., University of Pennsylvania

Joanne M. Schiavone, Design, Printmaking, Lecturer in Art, B.S., Education, University of Delaware

James L. Sheen, Photography, Lecturer in Art, B.A., Humanities, York College of Pennsylvania

Joel H. Springer, Photography, Digital Imaging, Lecturer in Art M.Div., Gettysburg Lutheran Theological Seminary

Karen Stabley, Art Therapy, Lecturer in Art, M.S., Drexel University

George Theofiles, History of Graphic Design, Lecturer in Art, B.F.A., Maryland Institute College of Art

William Thompson III Computer Graphics, Lecturer in Art Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics

Mary K. Todenhoft, Design, Drawing, Painting, Figure Drawing, Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., Painting & Drawing, The Pennsylvania State University

Alumni Accomplishments
Stephanie Carter '06
Graphic Designer

Mark Treace Co.
Rebecca Massey '05

Graphic Designer Pfaltzgraff Co.
Jennifer Adams '04
Graphic Designer
The Retirement Group at Merrill Lynch

Kieran Duke '04
Graphic Designer Childcraft Education Corporation

R.J. Fuerst '04
Graphics Assistant
Vitetta, Philadelphia, PA

Kaitlin Pugh '04
Account Manager
GCF, Baltimore, MD

Angela Valente '04
Graphics Specialist American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine

Kate Bosco '03
Graphic Designer/ Technical Specialist
Dupont Imaging Technologies

Genevieve Hughes
Carr '03
Gallery Sales Representative
Number Nine Gallery, Liverpool, England

Maria Holst '03
Graphic Designer
The Media & Marketing Group, Cherry Hill, NJ

Erin Schwartz '03
Corporate Administration and Marketing Coordinator
Exhle Enterprises,
New York, NY

Chris Biedlingmaier Tilch '02
Project Manager
GES Exhibitions, Washington, DC

Sara Clagett '02
Graphic Designer Champion Realty, Baltimore, MD

Derek Flinchbaugh '02
Graphic designer
Giant Foods, Carlisle, PA

Danielle Ayers '02
Assistant Exhibitions Preparator
The Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore, MD

Dina Mussano '02
Graphic Designer
Whole Foods,
San Francisco, CA

Sean Schumacher '02
Photographer
National Archives and Records Administration, College Park, MD

Lynn Snyder '02
Graphic Designer
Franklin Machine Products, Lumberton, NJ

Melissa Mancuso '01
Graphic Designer Oakworks, Glen Rock, PA

Daniella Howard '01
Multimedia Designer, International Imaging Center, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Aberdeen, MD

Amanda Fetters '00
Archivist, York Wallcoverings, York, PA

Paul Cronk '00
Instructor, Ridgewood Board of Education, NJ

Bryan Holtzapple '97
Grants and Fiscal Officer, Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Harrisburg, PA

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	Fine Art and Graphic Design Majors Fine Art - Graphic Design General Information The Division of Art offers two baccalaureate degrees, one in Fine Art and one in Graphic Design, and prepares the student to enter a variety of professional careers in the visual arts or graduate study. An associate degree in Fine Art is also available. The Division of Art offers four academic minors: Art History, Fine Art, Visual Communication, or Photography. These complement a student's major area of study. Courses in Art Education are offered as a cognate area of study to students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. Career Opportunities As society becomes increasingly a visual culture, professional opportunities for artists have expanded. Demand for artists in the advertising and publishing industries is especially high. Career opportunities are available to artistic individuals with the professional skills to use technology creatively and effectively. Career opportunities include: Art Educator Art Therapy Corporate Communications Fine Artist Gallery and Museum Work Identity Design Illustration Multimedia Design Package Design Photography Publication Design Signage Design Television Graphics Web Design Objectives The bachelor of art degree in Fine Art teaches technical and conceptual skills to individuals preparing for a career in the visual arts. The program emphasizes the mastering of technical processes, developing verbal and visual communication skills, and stresses the importance of creative and original thinking. Students expand their studio experiences through exhibitions, internships in professional settings, and participation in professional development courses. The Graphic Design program combines studio work, design theory and criticism, and design history with York College's strong academic curriculum to provide graduates with the tools they will need to become successful professionals in their chosen field. Student designers learn not only about the tools and techniques, both traditional and digital, necessary to make their ideas come to life, but also the ways in which their work relates to their culture and society. Coursework in graphic design history gives students a valuable perspective on where their chosen discipline has been, where it is going, and how technology affects the way people communicate. Courses Offered Art Appreciation and Art History Introduction to Art Appreciation Survey of Western Art I Survey of Western Art II Nineteenth-Century Art Twentieth-Century Art I and II American Art Art of the Classical World History of Graphic Design History of Photography Fine Art Concepts of Design Concepts of Figure Drawing Concepts of Painting Concepts of Sculpture Design I, II Drawing I, II, III, IV Figure Drawing I, II, III, IV Illustration I, II, III, IV Painting I, II, III, IV Jewelry and Small Sculpture Sculpture I, II, III, IV Ceramics I, II Photography I, II, III, IV Digital Photography Printmaking I, II Digital Art Selected Topics in Art Graphic Design Visual Communication I, II, III, IV, V Computer Graphics I, II, III Interactive Design Concepts of Computer Graphics Motion Graphics Advertising and Identity Design Packaging and Publication Design Professional Development Courses Independent Study Sophomore Portfolio Review Senior Portfolio Exhibition Professional Development Seminar Art Internship Senior Design Studio Art Education Art Education for Elementary Teachers Art in Recreation Special Facilities The Division of Art is housed in the Music, Art, and Communications Center. The Center includes north-lit studios for drawing and illustration, painting, sculpture, and photography, as well as a television studio for video production. The Graphic Design labs feature publishing and multimedia software, as well as large format color printers, and a projection system. The labs and studios are available for student use anytime the building is open and class is not in session. Special Opportunities Art students receive professional development opportunities in the these areas: internships guest speakers and visiting artists art trips to major metropolitan areas student chapter of AIGA (American Institute of the Graphic Arts) exposure to professional gallery exhibitions and activities Portfolio Requirements In addition to fulfilling all of York College's admissions requirements, a student seeking admittance into the Fine Art or Graphic Design program is required to submit a portfolio of 10-20 examples of artwork. The portfolio should contain the student's best work to date, reflect a range of abilities, interests and concepts, and demonstrate experience in a variety of media. An introductory artist's statement must be included, stating the major the applicant wishes to be considered for. The statement should be a brief synopsis of the artist's experience, how he or she feels about the work, who or what has been an influence and how, and what the aspirations are for the future. Name, mailing address and e-mail address (if applicable) must be included on the statement. The portfolio can be submitted in the form of 35mm slides or high quality JPGs on a CD. No original pieces of artwork will be accepted. Each slide must be labeled with the applicant's name, title of work (or name of project), date, medium, and dimensions (height x width). The top of the work must be marked with an arrow. Slides must be placed into 8.5 x 11 plastic slide sleeves and then compiled in a binder with the statement, and a slide inventory list. Digital files should be numbered and accompanied by an inventory list that gives the title of work (or name of project), date, medium, and dimensions (height x width). The portfolio should be sent only after the applicant has received notification from admissions that he or she has been accepted into York College. Acceptance into York College does not guarantee acceptance into art programs. Portfolio submission deadlines are November 1 (for entry in the Spring semester) and March 15 (for entry in the Fall Semester). The student will be notified of the decision of the review committee approximately two weeks after portfolios are reviewed. Portfolios will be returned only if sent with a suitable envelope with appropriate postage. Send your portfolio to: The Portfolio Review Committee Wolf Hall, Room 206 Country Club Rd. York College of Pennsylvania York, PA 17405-7199 Students transferring from other institutions are required to submit a portfolio of artwork for admission to the Fine Art and Graphic Design programs. The applicant should follow the specifications and deadlines previously outlined. The portfolio needs to contain a minimum of two examples of work from each art course the student wishes to transfer to York College. Transfer credit in Graphic Design is given only for foundation courses (Viscom I, Viscom II, Drawing I, Painting I, Computer Graphics I, and Sculpture I), art history courses, and art electives. Transfer credit in Fine Art is given for foundation courses (Design I, Design II, Drawing I, Painting I, and Sculpture I), art history courses, art electives, and any additional nine credits in art. Faculty Highlights The art faculty at York College is a dynamic group of professionals from diverse backgrounds committed to the teaching of art at York College. They are mentors to each student and are dedicated to helping the student grow artistically, academically, and personally. The art faculty exhibit their work regularly, many have won regional and national awards, and they are all actively involved in professional arts organizations. Full-Time Faculty Ry Fryar, Assistant Professor of Art, Coordinator of Fine Art, M.F.A., University of Minnesota Pamela Hemzik, Associate Professor of Art, Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University Melanie M. Rodgers, Assistant Professor of Art, Coordinator of Graphic Design, M.F.A., Maryland Institute College of Art Craig Welsh, Assistant Professor of Art, M.A., Syracuse University Adjunct Faculty Stephen Baker, Lecturer in Art, M.A., Publication Design, University of Baltimore Denise M. Campbell Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., University of Delaware Ophelia Chambliss, Lecturer in Art, B.S., Communication Design, Art & Advertising, University of Illinois Melody Davis, Lecturer in Art, History of Photography Ph.D., City University of New York Rebecca DelliCarpini, Lecturer in Art, M.A., Humanities, The Pennsylvania State University Nelson L. Dodson, Art Education for Elementary Teachers, Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., Painting, Rochester Institute of Technology Laure Drogoul, Sculpture, Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., Rinehart School of Sculpture, Maryland Institute, College of Art Terri Erb, Art Education for Elementary Teachers, Introduction to Art, Appreciation, Lecturer in Art, M.L.A., Western Maryland College Kristofer Harzinski, Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., Painting, Rochester Institute of Technology Nicholas Lamb, Graphic Design, Lecturer in Art, M.S., Clemson University Susan F. McCarter, Art History, Lecturer in Art History MA., Ph.D., Prehistoric Archaeology, Brandeis University Jay Noble, Design, Painting, Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., American University Troy Patterson, Graphic Design, Lecturer in Art, B.F.A., Communication Design, Kutztown University Tim Rice, Photography, Lecturer in Art, Antonelli School of Photography Neil Savage, Drawing, Painting, Figure Drawing, Lecturer in Art M.F.A., University of Pennsylvania Joanne M. Schiavone, Design, Printmaking, Lecturer in Art, B.S., Education, University of Delaware James L. Sheen, Photography, Lecturer in Art, B.A., Humanities, York College of Pennsylvania Joel H. Springer, Photography, Digital Imaging, Lecturer in Art M.Div., Gettysburg Lutheran Theological Seminary Karen Stabley, Art Therapy, Lecturer in Art, M.S., Drexel University George Theofiles, History of Graphic Design, Lecturer in Art, B.F.A., Maryland Institute College of Art William Thompson III Computer Graphics, Lecturer in Art Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics Mary K. Todenhoft, Design, Drawing, Painting, Figure Drawing, Lecturer in Art, M.F.A., Painting & Drawing, The Pennsylvania State University Alumni Accomplishments Stephanie Carter '06 Graphic Designer Mark Treace Co. Rebecca Massey '05 Graphic Designer Pfaltzgraff Co. Jennifer Adams '04 Graphic Designer The Retirement Group at Merrill Lynch Kieran Duke '04 Graphic Designer Childcraft Education Corporation R.J. Fuerst '04 Graphics Assistant Vitetta, Philadelphia, PA Kaitlin Pugh '04 Account Manager GCF, Baltimore, MD Angela Valente '04 Graphics Specialist American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine Kate Bosco '03 Graphic Designer/ Technical Specialist Dupont Imaging Technologies Genevieve Hughes Carr '03 Gallery Sales Representative Number Nine Gallery, Liverpool, England Maria Holst '03 Graphic Designer The Media & Marketing Group, Cherry Hill, NJ Erin Schwartz '03 Corporate Administration and Marketing Coordinator Exhle Enterprises, New York, NY Chris Biedlingmaier Tilch '02 Project Manager GES Exhibitions, Washington, DC Sara Clagett '02 Graphic Designer Champion Realty, Baltimore, MD Derek Flinchbaugh '02 Graphic designer Giant Foods, Carlisle, PA Danielle Ayers '02 Assistant Exhibitions Preparator The Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore, MD Dina Mussano '02 Graphic Designer Whole Foods, San Francisco, CA Sean Schumacher '02 Photographer National Archives and Records Administration, College Park, MD Lynn Snyder '02 Graphic Designer Franklin Machine Products, Lumberton, NJ Melissa Mancuso '01 Graphic Designer Oakworks, Glen Rock, PA Daniella Howard '01 Multimedia Designer, International Imaging Center, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Aberdeen, MD Amanda Fetters '00 Archivist, York Wallcoverings, York, PA Paul Cronk '00 Instructor, Ridgewood Board of Education, NJ Bryan Holtzapple '97 Grants and Fiscal Officer, Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Harrisburg, PA	Apply Online Majors Financial Aid/Costs Visit Us Campus Map & Virtual Tours Schmidt Library Contact Directory YCP Facts at a Glance Bookstore News & Events Sports Information Message from the President

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