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Bachelor of Arts

Fine Art: 3D Emphasis (B.A.)

As a student in the 3D emphasis, you will be taught basic ceramics and/or sculpture skills. These skills include throwing, hand-building, mold-making, assemblage, and figure modeling. You will create a portfolio of work preparing you for a lifetime of involvement in the arts. The portfolio will include exhibiting your work in galleries, seeking commissions, creating 3D works for personal enjoyment, or pursuing graduate schooling.
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3D Program Introduction

The Fine Arts: 3D program is designed to give you broad experience in the visual arts while allowing you to specialize in three‑dimensional work.

In this program, you will:

  • Gain foundational skills in ceramics and sculpture 
  • Work extensively in studio settings with hands‑on instruction 
  • Learn to design, conceptualize, and innovate in three dimensions 
  • Study both contemporary and historical approaches to visual art 
  • Build a professional portfolio showcasing your 3D work 

This degree prepares you for continued involvement in the arts—whether through exhibitions, commissions, graduate study, or personal creative practice.

Highlighted Courses

If you are interested in Fine Arts with a 3D emphasis, start with one of the following courses:
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ART 125
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WELD 170
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ART 220
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ART 280
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ART 345R
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ART 380R
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ART 420R
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ART 480R
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BYU-Idaho Graduate Salaries

Graduates from this program typically begin their careers with average starting salaries ranging from $45,000 to $56,000 as they launch independent studios or work in professional fabrication. Your earning potential grows significantly as you establish a personal style and build relationships with galleries, collectors, and high level commercial clients.

Common Career Paths

You will be prepared for diverse roles such as a freelance studio artist, museum preparator, or specialized fabricator for the theater and design industries. This degree also equips you with the technical mastery and communication skills necessary to lead as a gallery administrator or community art instructor.

Preparation for Grad School

This major provides a rigorous academic and technical foundation for students pursuing a Master of Fine Arts in ceramics, sculpture, or interdisciplinary studio arts. You will graduate with a sophisticated professional portfolio and a developed personal voice that makes you a standout candidate for the nation’s most competitive graduate programs.

AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

AI in Fine Arts
You will learn to leverage artificial intelligence as a sophisticated tool for concept development and rapid prototyping to enhance your traditional 3D design processes. Our curriculum emphasizes the ethical integration of AI while maintaining a firm commitment to hands on craftsmanship and gospel centered values.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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