Overview
Studio Art at CSM provides students with a robust foundation in two-dimensional arts, encompassing drawing, painting, design, and color theory. This program serves as a dynamic pathway for transferring to prestigious art schools or universities, while also offering professional training for aspiring artists. Renowned for its exceptional figure drawing curriculum—widely regarded as a cornerstone for animators—CSM's 2D Art program stands out as a leader in the field.
Students can pursue either an Associate of Arts (AA) in General Studio Art or an AA-T degree in Studio Art, as outlined in the CSM Catalog. Graduates from this program have a proven track record of successfully transitioning into diverse majors such as fine art, animation, design, art therapy, museum studies, and education, or establishing themselves as exhibiting artists.
Every instructor in CSM’s Studio Art program is a practicing professional artist and a distinguished expert in their medium, bringing real-world insight and mastery to the classroom.
| Drawing | Painting | Plein Air | Portraiture | Life Drawing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Taylor Cotchett |
 Michele Talvin |
 Margaret Smullin |
 Priti Vora |
 Annie Goldman |
 Jiyoung Park |
 Luis Rivas |
 Stephanie Torres |
 Eugenia Talvola |
 Vivien Chow |
