BFA Printmaking students dig deep into traditional printmaking techniques while also being encouraged to play with experimental and innovative approaches.
The Printmaking program at MassArt combines the study of traditional techniques with modern approaches to develop technical proficiency in printmaking processes. Students take courses in etching, lithography, silkscreen, relief, photographic print processes, and drawing. They also study monotype and woodcut techniques, in addition to digital color separation.
My most important task is to help students work collectively. Meaningful artistic diversity is realized through collective practice in the studio.Catarina Coelho Visiting Lecturer, Fine Arts 2D
During the spring semester each year, the Printmaking Department hosts the Master Print Series, welcoming a renowned artist as an artist-in-residence in which the artist works with students to develop a concept that evolves into artwork. MassArt Printmaking also hosts the annual Iron Print Competition in collaboration with the College of Fine Arts/Boston University, School of the Museum of Fine Arts/Tufts University, and College of Art and Design/Lesley University.
McMillan Award
The Genevieve McMillan-Reba Stewart Grant is awarded to a graduating senior, printmaking major at MassArt. Genevieve McMillan established a fellowship in memory of her dear friend, painter and world traveler, the late Reba Stewart. Genevieve McMillan, an intrepid traveler herself, knew that MassArt students would benefit from an opportunity to travel abroad.
Senior printmaking majors are required to prepare a complete application. Alumni are eligible to apply up to two years after they graduate. Please contact the department for more information.
BFA Learning Outcomes
Students who complete the Printmaking BFA program are expected to be able to demonstrate the following learning outcomes.
- Understand perceptual, formal, and conceptual approaches to painting and printmaking;
- Demonstrate technical and material proficiency in drawing, painting, and printmaking;
- Strengthen visual analysis and verbal articulation skills in relation to artistic practice,
- Understand and appreciate diverse, historical, contemporary practices, and the artist’s role in society;
- Develop a unique body of work that reflects authentic perspectives;
- Comprehend the histories of Painting and Printmaking as technological/material/conceptual developments that are tied to geography, time, and larger ideologies;
- Develop strategies that encompass the role of investigation and experimentation in creative practice;
- Demonstrate best practices in the studio, including health and safety
- Acquire professional skills for sustainable studio practices beyond school.
