Associates of Arts (A.A.) Pathway - Art, Studio/Fine Art

Valencia College

About the ProgramThe Art Studio / Fine Art program at Valencia College fosters a welcoming environment for artists of all levels. Prerequisites and portfolio evaluations are not required for acceptance to the program. In each class, you’ll be challenged in creative ways that will enhance your visual thinking skills. You’ll also learn to work with standard art materials in a structured way, through hands-on projects in traditional, academic quality studio spaces.Through the Art, Studio/Fine Art Degree Pathway, you’ll prepare to transfer to a four-year university art program. You’ll learn and develop skills in observational drawing, 2- and 3-dimensional design and visual thinking. At the same time, you’ll develop a quality Studio Art portfolio, a requirement for entry into most university upper-division Fine Art programs. This pathway also partners with the Valencia College Humanities program to ensure students learn the basics of art history required to succeed at the next level.CareersDepending on your area of art and your interests, a Fine Arts degree can lead to a job in a variety of industries.Fine art-related jobs include:Art and design educatorArt directorArt therapistCity or State Arts Councils staffGallery manager or curatorGame designerGraphic designerIllustratorIndependent artistIndustrial designerInterior designerNon-profit arts managementPhotographerWeb designerWeb developer

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