Mr. Craig R. Bachman
- Professor
What We Do
The Department of Art prepares students for professional careers, liberal arts careers and graduate study. We also prepare the pre-K-12 art teachers of tomorrow.
Contact Information
- emailartdepartment@ric.edu
- local_phone401-456-8054
- placeALEX AND ANI Hall
The Art Department’s expert faculty ensure that you graduate with academic excellence, a strong liberal arts foundation and professional preparation
Prepared for Professional Success by Quality Faculty
We attract renowned faculty who maintain professional standing and involvement within the New England art community and beyond. We also present a full program of professional gallery exhibitions through our on-campus Bannister Gallery and Chazan Family Gallery as well as public lectures designed to contribute to the cultural climate of the college, local community, state and region.
Accreditation
Our program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design () and by the Rhode Island Department of Education ().
Our Faculty
Ms. Nancy K. Bockbrader
- Professor
Mr. Douglas A. Bosch
- Professor
Mr. Stephen E. Fisher
- Professor
Mr. Heemong Kim
- Professor
Mr. William G. Martin
- Professor
Amy Montali
- Professor
Dr. Sara M. Picard
- Associate Professor
Dianne M. Reilly
- Professor
Dr. Natasha Seaman
- Professor
Dr. Rebecca Shipe
- Associate Professor
Richard C. Whitten
- Professor
Key Pages
Undergraduate Programs
Undergraduate programs consist of: the B.A. in studio art, the B.F.A. in studio art, the B.A. in art history, the B.S. in art education, Minor in Art History, and Minor in Studio Art.
Graduate Programs
Department of Art graduate programs are the M.A. in art, with a concentration in art education; the M.A.T. in art education; and the M.A. in art, with a concentration in media studies.
Transfer Students
If you are transferring to Ȧ to complete your studies as an art major or minor, this information will guide you.
Honors Program
Honors in Art offers the opportunity to conduct an independent research, critical, or creative project on a topic of your choice.
Featured News & Stories
“Through art education, I’m able to teach students to socialize, to connect, to learn about each other and about themselves.” – Ȧ senior Caterina Brunell
This exhibit runs from Oct. 3-25 at Bannister Gallery, with an opening reception on Thursday, Oct. 3, from 4-7 p.m.