Art 401 - Professional Practices

Fall
2026
02
3.00
William Johnston-Rutledge

TH 1:00PM 3:45PM

UMass Amherst
20548
Studio Arts Building Room 240
wjohnstoncar@umass.edu
Throughout the semester, students will learn the basics of finding and applying for grants and open calls for art, writing a resume and artist statement, creating a portfolio, researching professional opportunities, and participating in an official group exhibition on campus. In the process of the exhibition, the students will familiarize themselves with curating, installing, and promoting the show. Students will furthermore acquire the skills of documenting their work individually and in the context of the exhibition.

Open to juniors and seniors with majors in Art or BFA-Art, or the Animation and Intermedia concentrations.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.