The course planning advice here is limited to completing this major which is just one piece of the overall Hendrix College degree requirements. For a full description of degree requirements see the Catalog.
The Studio Art Major requires 12 courses with in-depth experience in two of the five available studios: Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, or Sculpture.
One studio sequence should include three courses (studio sequence #1) and the other studio sequence should include two courses (studio sequence #2). Within the first year, students should take at least two art classes.
Possible Degree Path – starting in the first year. The following is a typical major plan. This is not the only way forward. Please consult with your advisor to create your unique path.
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Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
First Year
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Beginning Drawing (ARTS 160)
And 1-2 of the following courses:
- Studio Sequence #1 – Beginning course
- Studio Sequence #2 – Beginning course
- One art history course (ARTH 170 or ARTH 171)
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| Sophomore |
3-4 courses
- Studio Sequence #1 – Intermediate level course
- Studio Sequence #2 – Begin. or Inter. level course
- Elective #1 – 2D or 3D as needed
- If not previously completed:
Beginning Drawing (ARTS 160)
One art history course (ARTH 170 or ARTH 171) |
| Junior |
3-4 courses
- Studio Sequence #1 – Advanced course
- Studio Sequence #2 – Intermediate course (if not already completed)
- Advanced Art HIstory course
- Elective #2 – 2D or 3D as needed
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| Senior |
Practicum: Studio Art (ARTS 497, Fall semester)
Practicum: Senior Seminar (ARTH 430, Fall semester)
If not previously completed:
- Studio Sequence #2 – Intermediate course (if not already completed)
- Elective #2 – 2D or 3D as needed
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Possible Degree Path – starting in the second year. The following is a typical plan to complete this major. Please consult with your advisor or a member of the Department to create your unique path.
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Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
First Year
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| Sophomore |
4 courses
- Beginning Drawing (ARTS 160)
- Studio Sequence #1 – Beginning course
- Studio Sequence #2 – Beginning course
- One art history course (ARTH 170 or ARTH 171)
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| Junior |
4-5 courses
- Studio Sequence #1 – Intermediate level course
- Studio Sequence #1 – Advanced course
And 2-3 of the following:
- Studio Sequence #2 – Begin. or Inter. level course
- Studio Sequence #2 – Intermediate course
- Elective #1 – 2D or 3D as needed
- If not previously completed:
- Beginning Drawing (ARTS 160)
- One art history course (ARTH 170 or ARTH 171)
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| Senior |
Practicum: Studio Art (ARTS 497)
Practicum: Senior Sem. (ARTH 430)
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Elective #2 – 3D or 2D
Advanced Art History course (ARTH) |
Planning Recommendations: In preparation for the senior practicum, all degree paths must complete advanced work in the primary studio sequence (studio sequence #1) by the end of the junior year.