Assessment Strategies in the Arts

ART HISTORY

A R E A S O F S T U D Y

• Contemporary Art • American Art • African-American Art • History of Photography • Asian Art & Architecture • Global Art & Culture • Women in Art

ART AND THE MIND

Art History at Belmont University will challenge you to become a “thinking” individual through an emphasis on learning to learn. While content is important, the most valuable skill is learning how to learn efficiently, figure out what you do not know and how to build on what you do know to adapt to new situations and solve problems.

Students learn about the visual environment and culture as well as its history in a small classroom setting. The course offerings will satisfy a diverse range of interests, yet students will graduate with a deep understanding of their major subject. In addition to learning about artists and their work throughout history, the program aims to support the development of creative and critical thinking, a functional knowledge of art-making practices and an intermediate-level comprehension in a foreign language.

Another reason to study Art History at Belmont is the location. Both the campus and the city are focused on supporting creativity in the arts. Students will find a wide variety of opportunities including, but not limited to, an internship with the Frist Center for the Visual Arts, an apprenticeship at Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art and study abroad opportunities in Greece, Italy, France, Japan or other artforward countries.

DESIGN COMMUNICATIONS

GRAPHIC ARTS

• Ranked Top 10 Visual Communications Programs in the U.S. (2019)

• Top Visual Communication Program among private universities in Tennessee (2019)

Nashville is among the nation’s top markets for music, healthcare, publishing and other creative industries. Graphic designers have direct access to all of these thriving industries and more. Belmont’s dynamic and innovative art and design programs ensure an enthusiastic and inclusive creative community that makes a significant impact on the nation’s cultural landscape at every level. Design Communications students find internships and employment at top brands across the nation, and Belmont nurtures an ongoing engagement with these markets from the east to the west coasts.

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Design Communications is an NASAD (National Association of Colleges of Art and Design) accredited professional portfolio-based program that offers students the opportunity to concentrate on their specific area of interest. Upon graduation, students are equipped to thrive at all levels of an exciting and evolving industry.

E M P H A S I S A R E A S

• Studio • Photography • Web Development • Design Administration

LEARNING ART

Belmont’s BFA Art Education Program offers students a variety of preparation options, training pre-service teachers for a wide range of teaching possibilities. We recognize that art teachers can teach in public, private and parochial elementary, middle and high schools, but they can also teach and run educational programs at art museums, anthropology museums, children’s museums, community arts centers, family support agencies, hospitals, parks & recreation departments and numerous other organizations.

Students receive the same foundational coursework as students in our other art concentrations plus 90 hours in the teaching field prior to the start of their student teaching semester. This nested design promotes a significant balance of breadth and focus; a balance of art studio, art history, art criticism and aesthetics with educational theory and firsthand teaching experience.

Graduates of Belmont’s BFA Art Education Program earn a Tennessee Kindergarten through Grade 12 Art Teaching Certification. Students interested in exploring other geographic locations after graduation should note that our teacher certification pathway is reciprocal with the certification pathways of 46 other states.

T H E C U R R I C U L U M P R E PA R E S S T U D E N T S F O R A W I D E R A N G E O F T E A C H I N G P O S S I B I L I T I E S T H R O U G H I T S F O C U S O N :

1. Curriculum Planning and Lesson Development 2. Imagery-based Discussion and Critique 3. Media Exploration and Modification for Classroom Use 4. Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Art Education 5. Contemporary Issues, Ideas, and Technology Specific to

Art Education 6. Artistic/Psychological Development 7. Effective Classroom Organization and Management 8. Identification of Museum and Community Resources 9. Assessment Strategies in the Arts

ART EDUCATION

EXPERIENTIAL DESIGN

E M E R G E N T D E S I G N

Are you looking to create graphic design and visual interfaces for web, phones and other emerging technologies? Belmont University’s Experiential Design BFA major focuses on human-centered design interactions as the program is both technically and conceptually challenging by engaging students through hands-on learning with individual attention from professors. Class content will range from focus on the designer’s social responsibility, to designing for public spaces, to recognizing and exploring commercial applications for experiential design. The multidisciplinary Experiential Design major aims to prepare the next generation of designers and thinkers in this field. Students will have access to numerous computer labs with the latest software and hardware, a photo lab, 3D printers and more. Students will work closely with faculty members throughout this innovative program. Examples of projects include interactive design, projection mapping, app design, web design, augmented and virtual reality (AR and VR) and other emerging technologies. Students will also have a foundation in core design competencies, which could be applied to branding or other traditionally print-based design mediums.

E-WASTE WALL

Electronic waste, often referred to as e-waste, is a global issue but is largely unknown to most people. It accounts for around 2% of all the waste in American landfills but represents 70% of all hazardous waste. In order to bring awareness to this particular issue, Belmont University design students were tasked with making public designs to be presented on a large electronic display created from 55 old or partially broken tablets to create one unified screen. The visual designs bring awareness to the problem and address potential solutions, while the installation itself demonstrates how new life can be given to old technology.

AREAS OF STUDY

Web Design • Motion Graphics • Kinetic Typography • Storyboarding • Basic Visual Scripting

POSSIBLE CAREERS

Graphic Designer • Advertising • App Designer & Developer • Game Industry Designer • Museum Space Creator • Augmented/ Virtual Reality • Entertainment Spaces • Wearable Media Designer • Event Projection Mapper

FASHION

A CAREER IN FASHION

• Tennessee’s only nationally ranked fashion program

• Top 10 program for Fashion Design in The South (2017)

• Recognized as one of the Top 20 Fashion Merchandising private programs in the United States (2018), Fashion-Schools.org

Already known as a leader in the music and health care industries, Nashville is quickly emerging as a hub for technology and a home for aspiring creatives and entrepreneurs. With the growth of Nashville, students have unrivaled access to established fashion businesses in the city. It is one of the most exciting markets in which to intern and pursue a career as an alum.

The Fashion Design and Fashion Merchandising BFA programs prepare students to compete successfully in the demanding fashion industry through the practical skills and experiential learning they have gained in our well-rounded program that intertwines design, business and the latest technologies. Graduates use their advanced skills with Fortune 500 companies that include VF Corporation, Disney Parks and Resorts, Hanesbrands, Inc., Dollar General and Tractor Supply.

Courses in the Fashion Design and Merchandising BFA programs include textiles, fashion forecasting, digital design, portfolio development, apparel manufacturing, entrepreneurship, marketing and technical design. Design and Merchandising students also complete industry-specific classes. Seniors present their fashion thesis projects to industry professionals and potentially at the juried annual Fashion Show.

In addition, collaborations are at the core of the fashion program. Students have opportunities to participate in projects with organizations ranging from GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Center to Eastman Chemical Company, Atelier & Repairs and Olah, Inc.

ABLE • Amanda Valentine • Anna Sui (NYC) • Atelier Savas • Bex Rox (London) • The Callaway • Christian Siriano (NYC) • Cristina Ottaviano (NYC) • Donna Karan International (NYC) • Esquire Magazine (NYC) • FILA Sport • Fruit of the Loom • Imagination Costume (Las Vegas) • Jusarra Lee (NYC) • Kay Unger (NYC) • Lisa Redman (London) • Manuel, clothier to the stars • Milly NYC • Nashville Ballet • Nisolo • Nordstrom Corporate • Pamella Roland (NYC) • Pink Chicken (NYC) • Stylist to Taylor Swift • Tennessee Repertory Theatre • Teresa Hays Textile Design • TJX, Inc. • Vera Wang

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Technical Designers • Retail Buyers • Wardrobe Stylists • Assistant and Associate Designers • Wholesale Representatives • Costume Designers • Alteration Specialists • Merchandise Coordinators • E-commerce Managers • VPs and Directors of Merchandising • Product Developers • Digital Media Strategists • Visual Merchandisers • Creative Directors • Footwear Designers • Marketing Specialists

ALUMNI EMPLOYERS

Fossil • Disney Parks and Resorts • Johnathan Kayne • Family Dollar • Natural Life • Ballet Memphis • Carter’s-OshKosh B’gosh • Dillard’s, Inc. • Dollar General • Kirkland’s • Hanesbrands, Inc. • Augusta Sportswear • Genesco, Inc. • Womanista • Banded • Tractor Supply • Taos Footwear • Ulta Beauty • VF Corporation • Elizabeth Suzann

PAYTON JAMES Alumni Spotlight

Payton James, a 2017 O’More graduate, launched her handbag business in the fall of 2018 and most recently was picked up by Free People as part of their online offerings.

Interested in fashion ever since she was little, James dabbled in apparel design but ultimately made the switch to accessories after learning more about the niche in school. She credits O’More for giving her the skills she needed to be a part of the fashion industry. “O’More taught me what it takes to be in this ever-changing industry,” James said. “You really have to factor in everyone’s criticism, because that helps you learn what your customer wants.”

INTERIOR DESIGN

F U N C T I O N A L S PA C E S

Interior design is the art and science of understanding human behavior in order to create functional spaces within the built environment to improve the quality of life and culture of the user. The design responds to the building shell and considers the social context of the site. Designs must follow code and regulatory requirements and encourage the principles of environmental sustainability. It is a creative process that requires research, analysis and synthesis to determine the best design solution. It is deeply introspective and influenced by emotion, form, scale, texture, color, material and light. Interior designers can decorate, which is adorning the designed space; however, decorators cannot design. Interior designers sculpt interior spaces three-dimensionally, addressing every plane.

Interior designers are registered through the Department of Commerce and Insurance, Board of Architecture and Engineering Examiners. To register as a professional interior designer, one must graduate from a CIDA (Council of Interior Design Accreditation) accredited program, pass the NCIDQ (National Council of Interior Design Qualification) and verify professional work experience in the field.

The Interior Design program at The O’More College of Architecture, Art & Design was among the first CIDA accredited programs in the Southeast. The program focuses on creating the most employable interior designers based on technical skill, creative problem solving and professionalism. We produce award-winning students that compete regularly in national competitions, such as the prestigious Donghia Scholarship. Our students are coveted among the design community, where we have more internship opportunities available than students to place! Our students obtain great jobs with reputable firms. We believe in instilling a passion for life-long learning and serving the community though good design. The interior design program at Belmont not only prepares the student for success, but for a meaningful and lifelong design career.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Commercial Designers • Corporate Designers • Hospitality Designers (hotels, spas, retail) • Health Care Designers • Civic and Governmental Designers • Exhibit Designers •Residential Designers • Airplane, Boat and Luxury Bus Interior Designers • Showroom Managers • Product Representatives • Project Managers • CAD and 3D Drawing Experts • Product, Textile or Furniture Designers

ALUMNI EMPLOYERS

Narofsky Architecture • De la Torre Design Studio • Branca • Kara Mann Design • Hines & Company • Princess Cruises Design • Sixthriver • Link Architecture • Phoenix Design One • Lovelace Interiors • Balongue Design • U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center • Hastings Architecture • McAlpine Booth and Ferrier • Pfeffer Torrode Architects • 3Form • Earl Swensson and Associates • Gresham Smith and Partners • R. Higgins Interiors

MARY CATHERINE BALL

“My favorite part of design school is the community, culture and sense of family that comes with it. From my fellow design classmates to the professors, everyone is more than supportive of one another. No matter the time of day our professors are available if we have questions or just need advice. And the class I entered with are some of my closest friends. It does help that we pretty much live in the Hitch Building. I am truly surrounded by the best group of people I could imagine.”

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SCHEDULE A CAMPUS VISIT

You’ve seen what we have to offer. Now it’s time to schedule a campus visit! Come see firsthand what sets Belmont University apart and discover what The O’More College of Architecture, Art & Design can do for you.

Call 615.460.5888 or email omorecollege@belmont.edu for more information. You can also schedule a campus visit at belmont.edu.

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