College of Arts and Architecture
School of Visual Arts
SCULPTURE
The contemporary practice of sculpture embraces any conceptually appropriate material and method that best articulates the intent of the artist. The Sculpture Area in the School of Visual Arts at Penn State is committed to the education of developing artists by offering students an environment to discover their own personal voice in their work.
Our courses and facilities support a broad range of approaches to sculpture, providing diverse conceptual and technical experiences to prepare each individual for a professional career. The curriculum encourages the development of historical knowledge, technical skills, and conceptual excellence within a contemporary framework. At all levels, the history of art and contemporary art criticism are stressed, with particular emphasis placed on current issues in the field of sculpture. Independent exploration and experimentation are highly valued. From the onset, students are taught professional practices and are encouraged to pursue opportunities for career advancement. Our undergraduates, graduates, and alumni actively exhibit their work and have been offered a variety of professional opportunities including graduate school, residencies, apprenticeships, and teaching opportunities as a result of our professional atmosphere.
The faculty are all active artists, with national and international exhibition records and accomplishments. They each maintain a rigorous studio practice reflective of the research commitment of the university. Their dedication to their research and art making is rivaled only by their engagement with teaching and learning. The Sculpture Area’s philosophy of utilizing conceptually appropriate materials and methods is a result of the diverse approaches employed by the faculty in their art work.
The School of Visual Arts at Penn State offers a B.A., a B.F.A., and a M.F.A. degree in the area of Sculpture. Please see detailed descriptions of the degree programs under Degrees Offered. The B.F.A. degree requires a portfolio review for placement.
FACULTY
Cristin Millett
Bonnie Collura
AFFILIATE FACULTY
Matt Coon
COURSES
FACILITIES
CURRENT BFA STUDENTS
CURRENT MFA STUDENTS
ALUMNI
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SCULPTURE CLUB