Studies for the BFA degree at Tyler begin with a common freshman
experience, the Foundation Year. During this year, students
are enrolled in studio courses in Drawing, 2-D and 3-D Principles,
and Foundation Computer. The Foundation Program is highly structured
and intensive. It forms the fundamental basis for studio practice,
critical thinking, and the understanding and implementation
of principles of visual art expression. The program emphasizes
creative and critical thinking, problem solving, visual thinking,
perception and observation, as well as presenting traditional
vocabulary, theory, media, and techniques of artistic practice.
The Foundation Faculty is comprised of faculty from all major
areas in the School, providing freshmen with a broad perspective
and diverse points of view from which to build their experience
as artists.
