Visual Arts
The Visual Arts Department at the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts offers students a strong foundation in the visual arts. The curriculum covers both traditional media—such as drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, and photography—and contemporary forms like digital and mixed media. It strikes a balance between acquiring technical skills and developing concepts, with a focus on art history, design and aesthetics. Students will create a personalized artistic portfolio, preparing them for further education or a professional career in the arts.
OUR PROGRAM
The Visual Arts Department at the Barbara Ingram School for the Arts provides students with a solid foundation in the visual arts field. The course of study includes instruction in traditional media; drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, and photography, as well as newer forms, such as digital media and mixed media. The curriculum provides a balance between technical skill acquisition and concept development through emphasis on art history, design, and aesthetics. Study in this program results in the development of an individualized artistic portfolio that prepares a student for further study in college or a professional career.
INTERESTED IN
VISUAL ARTS AT BISFA?
Applications for the
2026-2027 school
year are now being
accepted now!
(accepting applications through 12/6/2025)
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The BISFA Visual Arts Experience
COURSE OF STUDY
FRESHMAN
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2D Studio Art 1
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3D Studio Art 1
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Design 1
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Digital Photography 1
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Foundations of Art
SOPHOMORES
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2D Studio Art 2
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3D Studio Art 2
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Art History 1
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Digital Media 1
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Photography 1
JUNIORS
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2D Studio Art 3
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3D Studio Art 3
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Art History 2
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Digital Media 2
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Figure Drawing
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Photography 2
SENIORS
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Aesthetics and Criticism
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Advanced 2D Studio Art
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Advanced 3D Studio Art
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AP Studio
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Mixed Media Studio
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Senior Exhibition
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Portfolio
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
FRESHMAN
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Ceramics 1
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Digital Photography 2
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Drawing 1
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Drawing 2
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Painting 1
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Photography 1
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Printmaking 1
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Sculpture 1
SOPHOMORES
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Design 2
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Drawing 2, 3 or 4
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Ceramics 2
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Sculpture 2
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Painting 1 or 2
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Portfolio
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Printmaking 1 or 2
JUNIORS
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Ceramics 3
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Design 2
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Drawing 4
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Painting 2 or 3
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Photography 3
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Printmaking 1 or 2
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Portfolio
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Sculpture 3
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Special Topics
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Studio
SENIORS
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Advanced Figures
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Advanced Studio 1 or 2
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Ceramics 4
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Experimental Drawing
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Painting 3 or 4
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Photography 4
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Printmaking 1 or 2
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Sculpture 4
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Special Topics Studio
Visual Arts DEPARTMENT STAFF

MR. TODD GEIMAN
Visual Arts
Lead Teacher

MS. PRISCILLA HOWARD
Visual Arts
Adjunct

MR. STEPHEN SHEREDY
Visual Arts
Adjunct

MS. BRANDY MERCHANT
Visual Arts
Instructor

MR. MARK YOUNGBLOOD
Visual Arts
Adjunct

