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Why Study Art

The Art Department offers pathways in art history, ceramics, life drawing, digital art, and painting. The art pathways and programs empower students in building foundation-level 2D and 3D art for transfer to university art programs, accommodating all skill levels and creative approaches. The Art History program exposes students to the artistic expressions of diverse cultures and civilizations.

Faculty, Exhibitions and Events

Our welcoming art and art history faculty form the foundation of our department, bringing professional experience and a passion for the arts through active exhibitions in galleries and museums. Look for announcements here of upcoming events and workshops to attend.

Areas of Study & Pathways

View the following for more details about our program pathways.

Learn more below about individual areas of study of art at Foothill, our facilities and type of activities included, and faculty who teach in our programs.

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ART HISTORY

Our art history courses prepare students for upper division study by developing and improving research and writing skills, critical thinking skills, and visual and information literacy.

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CERAMICS

The ceramics pathway introduces students of all skill levels to wheel throwing, hand building, and ceramic sculpture.

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DIGITAL & ILLUSTRATION

The digital and illustration pathway introduces students of all skill levels to digital painting, color theory, and illustration skills.

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DRAWING & FIGURE STUDIES

The drawing and figure studies pathway emphasizes drawing fundamentals, including figure, portait, color, and representational techniques

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PAINTING

The painting pathway introduces students of all skill levels to oil, acrylic, and watercolor painting. We offer indoor studio practice and opportunities to paint outdoors.

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GRAPHIC & INTERACTIVE DESIGN

Graphic & Interactive Design gives you the chance to create a better world by designing websites, social media, branding, posters, flyers, games, apps, illustrations and products.

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Ways to Experience More

At Foothill, we offer many opportunities to get involved outside the classroom.

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Meet Hilary Gomes

Hillary Gomes

Art Department Chair

650.949.7585

gomeshilary@fhda.edu

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Fine Arts & Communication

Division Office: Room 1701

650.949.7262

arasniasheherazade@fhda.edu

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Meet with a Counselor

Building 8300, Room 8302

650.949.7423

fhcounseling@fhda.edu

 

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You can count on Foothill to support you no matter what path you choose.