Painting
The BFA in Painting is a professional undergraduate degree for students desiring extensive studio experience with an emphasis in Painting. Students in the program develop critical thinking skills, refine their intellectual and creative processes, and learn both traditional and contemporary aspects of the painter's craft.
The Painting Program features balanced instruction and a diverse faculty presenting a wide range of viewpoints. This well-rounded educational preparation provides students with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and ability essential to creative activity.
For the most current curriculum, please see the Herron website. For the recommended four-year plan of study, please refer to the IU Indianapolis degree map. The BFA degree requirements meet the standards established by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design for professional undergraduate degrees in the Fine Arts.
Degree requirements
General Education
30 credits corresponding to IU Indianapolis' Indiana College Core.
Foundation Studies
19 credits
Art History, Theory, and Criticism
Credits distributed as follows:
• HER-H101 History of Art I (3 cr.) (may be used to fill Arts/Humanities General Education requirement)
• HER-H102 History of Art 2 (3 cr.) (may be used to fill Arts/Humanities General Education requirement)
• HER-H205 Introduction to Contemporary Art (3 cr.)
• HER-HXXX Art History electives (6 cr.)
Professional and career preparation
HER-X201 Professional Practice in Visual Arts I
HER-X301 Professional Practice in Visual Arts II
HER-X410 Senior Capstone focus
Major Studio Requirements
Credits distributed as follows
• HER-P201 Painting 1 (3 cr.)
• HER-P202 Painting 2 (3 cr)
• HER-P301 Painting 3 (3 cr.)
• HER-P302 Painting 4 (3 cr.)
• HER-P303 Concepts in Figuration 1 (3 cr.)
• HER-P304 Concepts in Figuration 2 (3 cr.)
• HER-P401 Painting 5 (6 cr.)
• HER-P402 Painting 6 (6 cr.)
Studio Art Electives
27 credits, of which 3 must be N208 Integrative Studio Lab: Rotating Topics (3 cr.)
Non-Studio requirements
6 credits
• English Literature Course (3 cr.)
• Academic elective (3 cr.)
Total: 125 credits
Last update: March 2024
