Master of Fine Art in Studio Art - Jewelry, Metals, Enameling in Kent United States | Kent State University

The Master of Fine Arts in Studio Art equips students for professional careers as visual artists by fostering and honing a productive studio practice. This program focuses on in-depth personal exploration while building robust aesthetic and conceptual foundations. Beyond their individual studio work, students can strengthen their abilities by attending undergraduate class demonstrations and critique sessions.

Program Learning Objectives

Upon completing the program, graduates will:

Exhibit professional mastery in a chosen studio art discipline, reflected through profound expertise and a substantial portfolio.
Display thorough understanding of art's historical and cultural contexts.
Possess refined critical evaluation skills, along with the ability to synthesize ideas and think independently.
Engage with current artistic practices and relevant topics through interactions with working artists and curators.

The Jewelry, Metals, and Enameling specialization enables students to create personalized research approaches for developing unified, original work. The curriculum explores cross-media and interdisciplinary connections while emphasizing contemporary practices, discussions, and trends within the field and broader art/craft/design movements. Alongside studio time, students may observe undergraduate demonstrations to expand their skills. The program encourages blending traditional techniques with modern approaches, supported by comprehensive facilities including metalsmithing tools, enameling kilns, and digital fabrication resources.