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CERAMICS

Formed by hand, clay documents the maker's touch. The eye defines the form and the mind and the heart give the work of art its meaning. The very personal rendering of its elements is what makes a work of art unique.

Nationally-ranked, Ceramics at Penn State welcomes both functional potters and sculptors alike. It provides each student with the tools needed to find and pursue his or her artistic vision in a professional manner. At all levels ceramic history and contemporary art criticism are taught in conjunction with working techniques and practical studio skills to enable the students to graduate as thinking artists with a notion of their own artistic voice.

Many of our alumni have been offered a variety of professional opportunities including graduate school, residencies, apprenticeships, and teaching opportunities. A great percentage continue on in their ceramic art making. Ceramics at Penn State has artistic professionalism at its core.

The School of Visual Arts at Penn State offers a B.A. and a B.F.A. degree in the area of Ceramics. Please see detailed descriptions of the two degree programs under Degrees Offered. The B.F.A. degree requires a portfolio review for placement.

FACULTY
Liz Quackenbush
Chris Staley
Del Harrow


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