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

From classic sculpting techniques to cutting-edge innovations, your sculpture curriculum will cover metal casting, metalwork, woodcraft, multimedia approaches, carving, mold creation, and installation art using both time-honored and modern materials and methods. You'll experience personal artistic evolution, refining your unique style, conceptual thinking, technical skills, and critical perspective on how sculpture contributes to modern art practice.
As a sculpture major, foundational courses will introduce you to essential skills through classes like beginning sculpture, wood and mixed media, metalworking, foundry techniques, installation art, idea formation, and specialized independent studies that let you tailor your education to align with your creative passions.