Amplify Your Creative Expression
Prepare for a creative career through our art and design online degree programs that help you develop your interdisciplinary approach to your creative and artistic development. Benefit from a customized art and design degree format and multiple opportunities for collaboration with design major peers and faculty. Discover the potential for creative and professional fulfillment through art and design courses online that let you explore creativity, methodology, master of technique, craftsmanship, problem-solving, project development, and teamwork — all of which pave the way for success in a diverse range of career opportunities.
A Customizable Online Art Degree Program
Diversify your skillset and prepare for a career in one of today’s art and design fields. Our online degree in art and design programs explores creativity, master of technique, craftsmanship, problem-solving, project development, and teamwork.
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Art & Design Minors
Your creativity is what propels you. At Lindenwood University, we believe your creativity can propel your future. From designing cutting-edge gaming concepts to capturing the world through a camera lens to bringing your imagination to life as a studio artist, we offer art minors to reflect paths across the creative spectrum. As an art minor, you can commit your future entirely to your creativity or artistry, or you can enhance your education or career through a creative focus.
Art History and Visual Culture (Minor)
This art history minor examines the impact of art across history, as well as that of visual culture on society. The minor in art history is an 18-credit program that explores pivotal periods from art history, along with art theory and criticism. Various styles of artistic expression, such as Baroque, Cubism, Abstract Expressionism, among others are studied.
Digital Photography (Minor)
This digital photography minor offers a well-rounded examination of digital photography – from techniques to technology. The minor in photography is an 18-credit program that explores foundational design elements and principles, essential camera and composition skills, and digital photography software options. Students can prepare for their Adobe Certification in Photoshop testing as part of this photography minor.
Game Design (Minor)
This game design minor examines the lifecycle of game design, including game programming, 3d modeling, 3D and 2D game development. The minor in game design is an 18-credit program that explores critical theory and history within game development, along with primary game genres. The game design minor offers the opportunity to learn how to rapidly prototype games through the use of popular game engines.
Graphic Design (Minor)
This graphic design minor covers the essentials of graphic design, including principles of design, color theory, perception, and problem solving within 2D design. The minor in graphic design is a 21-credit program that explores drawing, typography, print design and production, and imaging and illustration. The graphic design minor prepares students to test for their Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator certifications.
Studio Art (Minor)
This minor in studio art examines the essentials of studio art expression and production, including two- and three-dimensional design, color theory, drawing, figure drawing, and graphic design. The studio art minor is a 21-credit program that lets students pursue a specialized path in areas such as sculpture, ceramics, painting, and digital photography. Through the studio arts minor, students can prepare to test for their Adobe Photoshop certification credential.
“I only have great things to say about the Art History and Visual Culture program at Lindenwood. All my instructors have been incredible and very resourceful. There is such a close connection to my teachers and classmates that it does not feel like I am doing distance education. A year later, I am so thankful I found this school and having been admitted into the graduate program. My experience has been absolutely rewarding and I have enjoyed the learning process. I am confident I am in the right place.”
Halim Marrujo – Master of Arts in Art History and Visual Culture, ’23 Alumnus
Frequently Asked Questions
What do art and design have in common?
Art and design are complementary disciplines and these disciplines often intersect in areas such as graphic design where artistic expression many times overlaps with creative design concepts.
What are the principles of art design?
There are seven core principles of design, including emphasis, balance and alignment, contrast, repetition, proportion, movement, and white space are the cornerstones of the principle of design.
What art degree is most useful?
There are a number of art degrees that can bridge your creative passion with a rewarding career path where you can share your creativity with the world. At Lindenwood University, you can choose from a number of art and design online degree programs that can help you enter or advance in your field of interest within many art and design industries.
Why Choose Lindenwood University Online?
Since 1827, Lindenwood University has served students worldwide with affordable, high-quality academic programs providing real experience and real success. After nearly 200 years of academic excellence, Lindenwood is committed to a set of core values, including integrity, dedication, excellence, creativity, and community.
Quality
We evolve our online degree programs to reflect the latest in academic research and innovation and to meet the top standards of higher education.
Creativity
We are committed to the development of original ideas, knowledge, and innovative approaches to solving complex problems.
Community
We are committed to creating a connected, diverse community, sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals, and supporting personal and professional growth.
Support
We employ experts who are dedicated to helping our students with financial aid planning, enrollment counseling, tutoring services, and more.
We are committed to helping you succeed.
Throughout each step of your online degree program, you will receive support. From enrollment and tuition planning to staying on the right track, your support team is there to ensure your success.
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