BFA in Printmaking/Book Arts

What are Printmaking and Book Arts?
Learn more about Printmaking and Book Arts.

What makes Printmaking and Book Arts at UArts special?
Students will earn a bachelor's degree in printmaking and book arts within the context of an arts university. This context gives students a unique opportunity to draw on other arts, including photography, graphic design, multimedia, crafts and sculpture.

What image-making processes does the program offer?

• Relief processes
• Etching
• Lithography
• Letterpress
• Screen printing
• Non-silver photographic printmaking

What do courses focus on?
Courses in Printmaking investigate the technical aspects of traditional print processes as well as explore the use of multiples as part of a larger concept. Courses in Book Arts stimulate the conceptual integration of word, image, sequence and structure.

How will I be prepared for a career in Printmaking and Book Arts?

• You’ll learn what it’s like to exhibit in shows and galleries.
• You’ll benefit from the small size of the program; your close relationship with faculty will give you the opportunity to ask them questions and get advice.
• You’ll learn your way around our extensive studios, including facilities for lithography, screen printing, etching, monotype, digital processes, photographic processes and more.
• You’ll have the opportunity to do an internship at a wide range of locations: artist’s studios, galleries, printmaking non-profits.

Are faculty practicing artists?
Absolutely. They’re highly recognized printmakers / book artists, conservators and librarians. They’ve showcased their work at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, the Museum of Modern Art, London’s Victoria and Albert Museum, and Japan’s Gallery Avenue Kobe.  

Does UArts offer a master’s program in book arts?
Yes. Learn more about our MFA in Book Arts/Printmaking.

Does UArts offer a minor in Book Arts?
Yes. Learn more about our minor in Book Arts.

How can I find out more about Fine Arts at UArts?
Read about our Fine Arts department.

What if I have a specific question?
Please contact:
Lori Spencer
Program Coordinator
215-717-6065
lspencer@uarts.edu