GRADUATE | PRINTMAKING
MFA IN PRINTMAKING
INTRODUCTION
The graduate printmaking program focuses on the refinement of a
personal aesthetic and conceptual approach to the medium. Graduate
students in printmaking are encouraged to master technical and
materials application while the major emphasis turns toward creative
exploration and individual expression.
The printmaking studios
are well equipped for specialized and cross-disciplinary focus in all
of the traditional processes including woodcut, metal-plate intaglio,
screen printing, lithography, and alternative process photo methods.
Hand-worked and photographically-developed approaches are instructed in
all media and digitally-produced images are fully explored.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
baccalaureate degree in chosen concentration or related discipline
official undergraduate transcripts
portfolio of 20—30 slideS
2 letters of reference
statement of intent
ASSISTANTSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Teaching and service assistantships are available to students enrolled in 12 credit hours of coursework.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
36 hours of 7000 level studio courses
9 hours of graduate level art history
9 hours of 6000 or 7000 level electives
6 hours of ART 7996, Thesis
WAYNE SIMPKINS
Printmaking
Associate Professor
Printmaking Program Coordinator
OFFICE: Communication & Fine Arts Bldg. 219
VM: 901/678-3307
FAX: 901/678-2735
EML: hsimpkns@memphis.edu
WWW: https:
umdrive.memphis.edu/hsimpkns/www/
LINKS
U of M Graduate Catalog
Admissions Login - New User
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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