The painting program offers instruction at all levels.
Based upon the premise that excellent painting may occur within a
tradition, or outside of it, our program adheres to no single school of
thought, but is structured to allow students to begin to develop their
own vision through disciplined training.
While beginning painting students are given a solid
foundation in the discipline, advanced students, depending upon their
respective stages of development, are encouraged to explore avenues of
expression pertinent to their own interests. A primary objective of the
program is to encourage awareness among students that learning about
oneself and the world in which one lives is as important as developing
visual skills.
Large studios with north light afford painting
students on all levels ample working space. Studios remain open for
students’ use at times other than class hours. An unencumbered area in
advanced painting is reserved for viewing paintings in progress and for
critiques. Models are available for those students involved in
figurative work.
The department’s Visiting Artists Program continues to
bring notable painters to campus to speak about their own work and to
critique students’ efforts.
For further information regarding the Painting Program, please contact
Professor Mark Priest
Email Mark Priest
Phone: 502.852.1016
Professor Gabrielle Mayer
Email Gabrielle Mayer
Phone: 502.852.0803
