Three-Dimensional Studies Concentration at Messiah University

The three-dimensional studies concentration offers you a variety of coursework in sculpture and fine crafts, including ceramics, textiles and paper processes. You can select from a variety of sculptural processes working with stone, wood and metals among other materials. In ceramics, you can choose either throwing or handbuilding and learn the related technical skills of clay, glazes and firing techniques. In fibers, there are classes in weaving, wearable arts, and dyeing and printing techniques. Also, you can learn about papermaking and book structures along with furniture design.

Career options for graduates of the three-dimensional studies concentration:

• Studio artist
• Sculptor
• Textile design
• Bookmaker
• Ceramic artist
• Weaver
• Furniture designer