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Department of Fine Arts
Based on the experience and expertise of renowned professors and instructors who have exhibited their work across the globe, students of Fine Arts at AUM learn traditional and contemporary principles, methods and techniques for building specialized roles in the field, emphasizing personal expression and specialization in a variety of art careers including graphic design, drawing and painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics and art history.
Through a combination of coursework, focused studio time and collaboration with fellow students and faculty members, you can earn the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Art with a choice of five concentrations or a Bachelor of Art in Fine Arts with a choice of two concentrations.
Fine Arts at AUM
The College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences offers students a traditional liberal arts education to meet the needs of the 21st century, allowing them to compete for a variety of careers in an increasingly complex and evolving world.
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Degree Programs
The Department of Fine Arts offers the Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine Arts with two concentrations, and the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art, with five concentrations.
Tell me about the BFA program at AUM
Graphic Design
Prepare for a career in design using print, digital, video and presentation media.
Photography
Learn the latest digital technology, and explore the potential of photography as a medium for creating fine art.
Painting and Drawing
Express yourself in one of the world’s oldest artistic traditions. Learn how to use paints of many kinds, including watercolors.
Sculpture
Explore the many possibilities for constructing three-dimensional art. Traditional media include wood, metal and stone, but the materials you use are limited only by your imagination.
Visual Arts
Undertake a wide-ranging investigation of art and art history, and explore the world of ideas in a broad, liberal arts degree plan.
Art History
Explore the visual culture of all times and places.
Meet the Faculty
Nikhil Ghodke
Associate Professor | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
Nikhil Ghodke teaches graphic design at Auburn University at Montgomery and consults as a creative for companies across the world. Previously he has worked for Y&R(now VMLYR), Colenso BBDO and Lowe Lintas ad agencies, and his clients include, Turner TV(USA), Sky TV(New Zealand), VH1(India), Comedy Central(India), ABP News(India). He has previously held teaching positions at Media Design School, New Zealand and Manhattanville College, New York. Over the last 15 years, he has worked on projects associated with Nike, ACI, Hallmark, History Channel, Home Shopping Network, Axcient and Burger King. He has won AVA, Apex, Summit and Hermes awards for his work.
