~ STUDIO ART ~

Students installing their work

Visiting artist Laurel Beckman

The visual arts have occupied a central place in a Wellesley education since 1875. Located in the Jewett Art Center and Pendleton West, the Studio Art Department includes courses in drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography & video, and digital media.

More information about studio facilities

CLASSES
All drawing, sculpture, printmaking, and some painting courses are taught in Pendleton West classrooms. The Jewett Art Center houses classes in three main areas of Studio Art: Photography, Film and Video, and the new Media Arts lab. Faculty offices are located near the classrooms.

SUPPLIES
The PNW Cage stocks many types of paper, and loans mirrors and clamp-lamps for self-portraiture. The JAC Photo Cage provides some supplies such as film and paper and media equipment for students who are currently enrolled in either a Photography, Digital or Video Classes.Additional art supplies can be obtained from local art stores and nation-wide suppliers. Current students should check the FirstClass Art conference for hours of operation, or call X3384.

PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS
Courses at Wellesley do not accept credit from AP or high school courses. Contact the Art Office x2042 for information on the process of applying to the Intro to Photography classes.