Master of Fine Arts in Ceramics

Western Michigan University

The Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A) degree in Ceramics is a concentrated three-year program devoted to studio, seminar, art history, and elective coursework. Our program emphasizes diversity, rigorous conceptual investigation, and contemporary critical discourse to develop individuals who challenge existing norms while producing compelling artwork. Through individual research, students develop skills, techniques and use of material as evidenced through a mature body of creative artwork.Morean Spring Residency: Each spring, graduates participate in a funded, short-term residency through the Morean Workshop Space (MWS) in St. Petersburg, Florida. While at the MWS, students interact with visiting artists and curators and participate in the vibrant art scene of St. Petersburg-Tampa through professional learning and exhibition opportunities. As part of the residency, students also travel to Miami, FL for a 2-day trip filled with museum tours and gallery visits. The Morean Spring Residency typically includes three trips to Florida: 1.) January: Florida Heat Woodfiring Workshop (16 days), 2.) February: 1-2 Visting Instructor(s) Workshop (5 days) and 3.) April:1-2 Visting Instructor(s) Workshop (5 days).Morean Ceramics Research Center Summer Workshop Series: Each summer, graduate students participate in an intensive on-campus workshop series, working alongside and connecting with visiting artists, designers, and curators.Funding: Each graduate student receives the Audrey Morean Petersen Graduate Fellowship. Graduate Fellowship awards include full or partial tuition coverage, a generous material budget, and stipend. Once enrolled, Frostic School of Art and the Graduate College offer a variety of additional funding opportunities for travel and research.Paid teaching opportunities that provide valuable classroom experience. 170 sq.ft. private studio space.