Graphic Arts
Graphic Arts at SFCC
If you are passionate about creativity, visual communication, design, and digital media, the Graphic Arts program at SFCC can help you develop the skills needed for a variety of creative careers. You'll learn how to combine artistic vision with industry-standard design practices while creating professional-quality projects that showcase your creativity, technical abilities, and problem-solving skills.
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Build Your Future in Graphic Arts
Whether you plan to transfer to a four-year institution or enter the workforce after graduation, the Graphic Arts program provides opportunities to develop both creative and technical skills. Students work on real-world design projects, explore emerging industry trends and technologies, and build a portfolio that demonstrates their abilities to employers and transfer institutions. With personalized instruction and opportunities for independent exploration, you'll be encouraged to discover and develop your unique creative interests.
Create professional design projects that demonstrate creativity, technical skills, and industry standards.
- Learn industry-relevant software, tools, and design techniques used by today's creative professionals.
- Explore graphic design, digital media, visual communication, and creative problem-solving.
- Work in a Mac lab equipped with professional design technology.
- Utilize Wacom tablets, iPads, and a 3D printer to enhance your creative projects.
- Build a portfolio that prepares you for transfer opportunities and career advancement.
- Study in a program that continually evolves to reflect current industry trends and expectations.
- Receive personalized guidance and mentorship from faculty who are invested in your success.
- Participate in annual student art exhibitions that showcase creative work to the campus and community.
- Explore individual interests through specialized Problems in Art courses and one-on-one learning opportunities.
- Join Art Club and participate in campus and community events that foster creativity, collaboration, and professional growth.
- Prepare for careers and continued study in graphic design, digital media, marketing, advertising, web design, illustration, and other creative fields.