Centering clay for ceramics throwing class. We also have classes in handbuilding and alternative firing.  Alternative firing includes woo...

Centering clay for ceramics throwing class. We also have classes in handbuilding and alternative firing.  Alternative firing includes wood fired ceramics.

Hand coloring an etching for the print exchange in etching class.

Hand coloring an etching for the print exchange in etching class.

Working on transparency and shadows in drawing class.

Working on transparency and shadows in drawing class.

Rooted in practice, Studio Art students create visual expressions drawn from their own experiences.

Studio Art

Students have the opportunity to master a wide range of classic and experimental techniques by creating visual expressions of ideas drawn from their own experiences and enriched by the broad spectrum of knowledge available to them in the liberal arts program. 

The visual arts can be explored in two ways: through the hands-on practice of skills and techniques in a variety of mediums, or through an in-depth study of art’s history and meaning. At Sweet Briar, the visual arts major has two tracks: art history, and studio art.

The studio art track helps students develop practical skills and the ability to access their creativity. 


Studio Art Events

Join us on Wednesday, April 3, when Shawn O’Connor, Assistant Professor of Visual Arts: Studio Art, presents “Beyond Ash and Flash: Wood Fired Ceramics.”
Sweet Talks are monthly presentations by faculty and students. The entire campus community is invited to attend. Refreshments will be served.

Passion Fruit: Senior Art Exhibition is a collection of works across multiple mediums in which each artist brings pieces that show their passion’s. We hope to see you there to support the achievements of the five studio art seniors.