As a department, our greatest strength derives from our position as an integral part of the larger liberal arts university; and students pursuing degrees in our programs are the beneficiaries. Since the making of images is an intellectual process, the education of artists should go considerably beyond instruction of technique and media. Artistic process-at it's best-is creative, intuitive, analytical and complex.

Our commitment is to instruct young artists, providing them with the tools, techniques, vocabulary, traditions and history of their chosen profession, so that they possess as comprehensive and substantive and educational experience as possible. In this way they will have the technical and intellectual preparation necessary for the development of their own personal creative solutions and the means to make better-informed career decisions. Further,  our vibrant department has gained NASAD (National Association of Schools of Art and Design) accreditation, aligning us with the highest standards held by leading art schools nationwide.

If, after having read this, our programs interest you, and you would like to visit our department for a studio tour, please contact us at (718) 990-6250. Or E-mail us at paladpan@stjohns.edu. We'll be happy to meet with you, review your portfolio and discuss your career plans.