Visual Art
The visual arts department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD)

Mikael Jury, Beyond the Farmost, steel (detail)

Stephen Delatte, Untitled, mixed media on panel
see
make
experience
collaborate
express
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art
Discover your creative path as a visual arts major in our nationally accredited program ...
see - learn to observe the world around you and respond with skill and sensitivity
make - develop skills in drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, and printmaking
experience - engage in individual exploration and authentic artistic process
collaborate - cultivate Christian community and partnership with peers and professors
express - find your artistic voice and produce independent work for exhibition
Our state-of-the-art facilities and welcoming campus community foster artistic, intellectual, and spiritual growth. Our department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and has received recognition for our innovative Practicum program. Visit us in person and experience our vision for learning and making art from a Christian worldview.
Belhaven’s Visual Art Department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. Why is this important?
Knowing the Department of Visual Arts is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) tells you that Belhaven University voluntarily holds itself to a set of quality standards and is willing to allow outside visual arts experts come to campus and verify Belhaven is doing what we say we are doing. Belhaven’s commitment to the accreditation process benefits you because it ensures you will be provided a quality education and may assist you in meeting eligibility requirements for state and federal financial aid and in pursuit of graduate education.
Belhaven University
Visual Arts Department
Bob Pennebaker, Chair
601-965-1450
visualarts@belhaven.edu
