ART @ California State University Channel Islands
The Art Major at California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) focuses on interdisciplinary studies in fine art, digital art technology, graphic design and art history, emphasizing an innovative approach to artistic process, technique and problem solving. Through the integration of traditional media and digital technologies, courses in studio art, art history and interdisciplinary studies focus on developing a solid artistic foundation, leading to advanced work in art media and theory and the B.A. degree in Art with emphasis in studio art or art history. In-depth study is available in the areas of two-dimensional art, three-dimensional art, communication design technology (graphic design), digital media/time-based art, and art history.
Specialized study is available in the following areas:
Two-Dimensional Media
- painting
- drawing
- illustration
- mixed media
Three-Dimensional Media
- sculpture
- ceramics
- installation
- new genres
Communication Design Technology
- graphic design
- web design
- interactive multimedia
Digital Art & Time-Based Media
- digital imaging / motion graphics compositing
- visual effects and CG graphics
- animation and 3D computer animation
- digital filmmaking and video art
- digital photography
- digital illustration and painting
Art History
- History of Art
- Interdisciplinary Topics