Monday, July 16, 2012

Art Schools In Houston

There are several art schools in Houston, Texas.


Whether you want to gain a solid foundation in art or you are interested in improving your art skills in a more laid-back setting, Houston, Texas, is home to several different types of art schools. The University of Houston's School of Art and the Art Institute of Houston offer degree programs. In addition, the Houston School of Art and Design and the Glassell School of Art offer continuing education courses and workshops.


The Art Institute of Houston


Accredited by the Commission of Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the Art Institute of Houston offers several Bachelor's and Associate degree programs. Students can pursue a program in culinary arts, fashion arts, media arts and design. According to the Art Institute of Houston website, the school provides career services to help students pursue their professional goals and develop industry contacts. Other students services the Art Institute of Houston offers include housing, academic advising, counseling and various student activities.


The Art Institute of Houston


1900 Yorktown St.


Houston, TX 77056


713-623-2040


artinstitutes.edu/houston


Houston School of Art and Design


Since 1994, the Houston School of Art and Design has been offering a variety of different adult art classes in drawing, painting, airbrush and photography. The adult programs generally include six classes and combine hands-on experience with professional instruction. The school also offers a special kids program for ages 6-12, where young artists will learn about different skills and mediums. All of the programs are offered at various times throughout the week and weekend.


Houston School of Art and Design


9434 Katy Freeway


Houston, TX 77055


713-464-2787


artschoolhouston.com


University of Houston School of Art


The School of Art at the University of Houston offers Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts degrees in painting, photography and digital media, sculpture and graphic communications. The school also offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in art history and art. According to the University of Houston website, the School of Art comprises 26 permanent faculty members, plus adjunct, visiting and clinical faculty members. All of the instructors are professional artists, designers or art historians. The school also holds various lectures and exhibitions throughout the academic year for students.


University of Houston School of Art


100 Fine Arts Building








Houston, TX 77204


713-743-3001


art.uh.edu


Glassell School of Art


Founded in 1979, the Glassell School of Art is located at the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston. It offers a variety of art classes and workshops for children and adults. According to the school's website, students can choose from nearly 100 classes and workshops in a variety of mediums, including painting, drawing, jewelry-making, photography and art history. For more in-depth study, the school also offers a certificate of achievement program in addition to a core artist-in-resident program.


Glassell School of Art


5101 Montrose Blvd.


Houston, TX 77006








713-639-7500


mfah.org

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