MFA, Printmaking Concentration
Connect theory to practice through an expansive range of historic and contemporary processes.
Carve your future
Our graduate printmaking program is ranked #4 nationally (#3 among public universities) by U.S. News and World Report.
The Master of Fine Arts degree in studio art with a concentration in printmaking is for students interested in experimenting with technical processes, including but not limited to lithographic, intaglio, monotype, relief, screen, letterpress, and digital printing. Our program promotes interdisciplinary exploration, and our students work with faculty across the School of Art and university. MFA students investigate traditional and exploratory methods used in contemporary printmaking. Our graduates also develop the communication, research, and critical thinking skills needed to be thriving creative professionals.
Program Highlights
Curriculum
Our program follows a rigorous, three-year course of study. The first two years of study include coursework in printmaking and electives in the School of Art and across the university. In the third year of study, students are responsible for developing, executing, and defending a project of their own design. Along with other School of Art MFA candidates, these projects culminate in an exhibition and/or presentation at the School of Art’s Ewing Gallery.
See Graduate Catalog for MFA details
See the School of Art Graduate Handbook for MFA details
Facilities
Discovery requires the freedom to explore. Our MFA students have access to extensive facilities and individual studio spaces around campus.
Exhibition Opportunities
We encourage our graduate students to present their work publicly. There are regular opportunities to exhibit at Gallery 1010, Tennessee’s only off-campus, student-run gallery, and other local galleries.
Assistantships
The School of Art minimizes the financial burden of graduate studies by awarding teaching assistantships with a full tuition waiver, stipend, and health benefits to eligible students.
Artists in Residence and Visiting Artists and Scholars
Our students benefit from frequent interactions with accomplished artists in our prestigious Artist-in-Residence Program and Visiting Artists and Scholars Program.
Current Graduate Students in Printmaking
Faculty in Printmaking
Beauvais Lyons
Divisional Dean for Arts and Humanities and Chancellor’s Professor
Area of Study: Printmaking
