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Your Art, Your Revolution: Passion Meets Purpose in Visual Arts

Your art is your voice, your rebellion, your healing—and at Fredonia, we're committed to amplifying that voice. Our Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts and New Media isn't just an academic program; it's a transformative experience designed to challenge, inspire, and elevate your creative potential. Through a flexible 48-credit studio art curriculum, state-of-the-art resources, and personalized mentorship, we'll help you develop not just technical skills, but the confidence to push artistic boundaries and make meaningful contributions to the creative world.

Are you ready to turn your passion for art into a future filled with possibilities? 

What You’ll Gain

  • Creative Mastery – Build a strong foundation in studio art while refining your unique artistic style.
  • Technical Expertise – Work with traditional and emerging technologies in art and design.
  • Critical Thinking – Develop problem-solving skills to communicate ideas effectively through visual media.
  • Professional Development – Learn from visiting artists, engage in gallery exhibitions, and collaborate on real-world projects.
  • Global Awareness – Understand the role of art in society and sustainability through coursework and community engagement.

Career Opportunities for Visual Arts (B.A.)

  • Art Director
  • Art Therapist
  • Creative Director
  • Designer
  • Museum Curator
  • Art Teacher
  • Craft and Fine Studio Artist
  • Chief Creative Officer
  • Exhibition Designer
  • User Experience (UX) Designer
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What does a 4-year degree look like?

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What are all the required and elective courses offered to obtain this degree?

ART 100 Visual Concepts

The course is intended to introduce first-year visual arts and new media students to visual culture and the individual disciplines of the visual arts as well as develop and master personal study habits as they approach college-level learning. Topics will include art concepts, media techniques and terminology, and visual cultural analysis, as well as time-management, writing within the discipline, college resources and support networks.

ARTS 102 Foundations in 2D Form and Content

Introductory course investigating the principles and elements of visual design. Unity, emphasis, balance, scale, line, form, texture, rhythm and color are explored through two-dimensional studio problems.

ARTS 105 Foundations in Drawing

Theory and practice in a variety of graphic media. Conte, ink, pencil, and charcoal used in studio problems to acquaint beginning student with full range of drawing possibilities.

Why Pursue Visual Arts and New Media at Fredonia?

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Artists & Designers from Around the World

Experience special lectures, gallery openings, and workshops led by renowned artists and designers from around the world.

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Accredited for Excellence, Recognized for Quality

Our NASAD accreditation means you’re earning a degree that meets the highest standards in art and design education.

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Your Professors are Industry Pros

Study with award-winning artists and designers who exhibit nationally and internationally—learning from their expertise and real-world experience.

Student Stories

My experience at Fredonia shaped me into not only the designer I am today, but also the person. Every member of the faculty with whom I had the pleasure of working is a world-class educator and I consider myself lucky to have been welcomed by such an incredible institution.

— Annie Leue

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