Art
Unleash your Creative Spirit
Take your creativity further in College of the Redwoods' brand-new Creative Arts building. With modern facilities, including studios for drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, and jewelry and digital art, you’ll be immersed in hands-on learning from day one. Whether you’re experiencing artists' work in our gallery or exploring new techniques in our specialized studios, this is where your artistic vision comes to life and your skills grow in real-world settings.
| medal Icon Studio Arts | Associate of Arts for Transfer |
|---|---|
| medal Icon Graphic Design and Visual Communication | Certificate of Achievement |
| medal Icon Liberal Arts: Fine Arts | Associate of Arts |
Program Information
100% of our Associate’s Degree coursework is transferable, and several of our courses count towards your general education requirements so you’ll be ready to transfer to a four-year university in two years, with just two additional years to complete. Our Associate of Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer guarantees admission to a CSU program.
Studying art at CR offers opportunities to master visual mediums, critically analyze visual culture, and prepare for creative careers or further education. The Associate in Art Studio Arts for Transfer degree guarantees junior status at a CSU, paving the way to complete a bachelor’s degree efficiently. For those interested in applied arts, the Graphic Design and Visual Communication Certificate provides hands-on training in design, photography, and digital storytelling, preparing students for entry-level roles or advanced studies in graphic design.
Creative Industries
- Graphic Designer: Create visual concepts for various media, including advertising, marketing, and web design.
- Illustrator: Create images for books, magazines, websites, and other media.
- Animator: Develop animated content for films, television, and video games.
- Photographer: Capture images for various purposes, such as advertising, journalism, and fine art.
- Web Designer: Design and develop websites and web applications.
- UX/UI Designer: Design user interfaces and user experiences for digital products.
Education and Arts Administration
- Art Teacher: Teach art in K-12 schools or higher education institutions.
- Museum Curator: Curate exhibitions and manage museum collections.
- Art Gallery Director: Manage art galleries and oversee exhibitions.
- Arts Administrator: Work in arts organizations to manage budgets, fundraising, and marketing.
Other Industries
- Marketing and Advertising: Create visual content for marketing campaigns.
- Publishing: Design book covers and illustrations.
- Entertainment Industry: Work as a set designer, prop stylist, or costume designer.
- Architecture: Contribute to design teams by creating visual representations of architectural concepts.
- Freelance Artist: Work independently on various creative projects.
Remember, the key to success in these fields is a strong portfolio showcasing your skills and creativity. Building a strong network and gaining practical experience through internships and freelance work can also be beneficial.
Floyd Bettiga Gallery
The College of the Redwoods Floyd Bettiga Gallery supports the coursework of the Art Department with exhibition programming that features innovative work by local, national, and international artists working in a variety of media — including painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, crafts, photography, graphic arts, and video. These exhibitions showcase diverse materials, techniques, and approaches to contemporary art making, and allow our students ready access to the technical mastery, experimentation, and reflective analysis found in professionally executed artworks. The gallery's emphasis on relevant creative practices beyond our local region gives students the opportunity to critically examine many forms of contemporary visual culture.
Floyd Bettiga Gallery