Visual Arts

The Temple College's Visual Art Department offers a solid foundation in both technical skills and conceptual understanding. You'll explore painting, ceramics, photography, and more, refining your abilities and nurturing creative growth through experimentation and problem-solving. Join our community to unleash your creativity and embark on a journey of self-expression.

Deric Ence - Visual Arts Department Chair

Located in the Visual Arts Complex at 2101 S. 5th St., the program is just a short distance from Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth and Waco.

The 17,000 square-foot facility houses an art gallery, computer lab, photography lab, audio/visual lecture room, drawing/printmaking studio, ceramic/sculpture studio, painting studio, and outdoor kiln/foundry work area. Studio space and hours are flexible, enabling students to work in the facility outside of class.

Programs of Study

Available Certifications

Photography

Ceramics

Painting

Drawing

Design

The Art Department offers full and partial scholarships to art majors promising to enroll at least six hours in the fall/spring semester. These scholarships are based on merit, scholastic achievement, artistic potential and financial need.

Apply for Scholarships