BFA in Art - Painting in Vermillion United States | University of South Dakota

Acquire the expertise and resources necessary to grow into a knowledgeable, skilled, and innovative artist by enrolling as a painting student at USD. Our program seamlessly blends technical and conceptual painting approaches, providing a challenging yet nurturing atmosphere that fosters creative thinking and individual development through investigation, exploration, and analytical dialogue. You'll cultivate the ability to produce carefully crafted, proficient artwork while situating your creations within broader contexts via literature, excursions, and scholarly inquiry.
Undergraduate painting students master foundational concepts through classes like beginning painting, figurative painting, painting techniques and materials, studio projects, independent research opportunities, and specialized courses that enable you to tailor your studies to align with your artistic passions.