Visual artists and art historians: find your authentic creative voice!
As a student in the Department of Art we encourage you to explore your talents in the midst of critical dialogue, freedom, and discovery. Our curriculum synthesizes foundational drawing and design skills, interdisciplinary exploration, experimental practices and social engagement. Students choose between an emphasis in studio art, graphic arts, or art history, and can tailor their upper division studies toward different aesthetic interests, leading towards paths including graduate school or professional life. We value studio life and creative discovery made in the context of a Christian community of scholars who, with curiosity and conviction, strive to live out grace and truth.
Art at Westmont
Interested in pursuing a career in art?
The knowledge and skill sets gained from a Westmont education will serve you well in a wide range of visual arts-related careers. Our alumni have found success as exhibiting gallery-based artists, as elementary/high school art teachers, as illustrators and graphic designers, as textile and fashion designers, as curators and consultants, and some have even gone on to complete their MFA and become college professors of art in their own right. Whatever your goals—from professional practice to graduate degree program—the Department of Art at Westmont is committed to helping you find your career path.
Faculty
This talented and dedicated group of educators and artists. With diverse expertise in Studio Art, Art History, and Graphic Arts, they inspire and guide students in a supportive environment. Their commitment to excellence enriches our vibrant artistic community.
Studios & Facilities
We value studio life and creative discovery made in community. With dedicated personal studio space for seniors, student run laboratory galleries, and outdoor patios for socializing, we hope our students will make Adams Center their locus for making and building life-long friendships.
Art Scholarships and Awards
The Art Department has five endowed scholarship opportunities for incoming and continuing art students awarded on a competitive basis. Departmental awards for outstanding students are available to those who demonstrate excellence and promise in studio art and art history.
Incoming Freshmen and Transfer Students
Applicants must be admitted to Westmont College, be actively considering majoring in studio art or art history, and submit the required application materials online to be eligible for scholarships
Continuing Students
Applicants must be a declared studio art or art history major and submit the required application materials online to be eligible for scholarships
Apply for Studio Art & Art History Scholarships
Applications will only be accepted online and are due by March 1st.
