Studios & Facilities
Explore Our Creative Spaces
The Department of Art offers students access to specialized facilities that support every stage of the artistic process, from concept to creation, exhibition, and beyond. Each space is designed to encourage hands-on learning and foster collaboration.
2D Studios
Painting, Drawing, Printmaking
Develop your skills in natural light-filled studios designed for exploration and experimentation. Dedicated spaces for painting, drawing, and printmaking allow you to work with a variety of media and techniques in a supportive, professional environment.3D Studios
Ceramics, Sculpture, Wood, and Metal Working
Push the boundaries of form in our fully equipped 3D areas. You’ll find tools for hand-building and wheel-throwing in ceramics, as well as facilities for wood fabrication, metal casting, welding, and mixed-media construction.
Photography Studios
Digital Studio, Darkroom, Print Lab
Whether you're working with digital or traditional film, our photography resources are here to help you capture the perfect image. Facilities include a darkroom, digital lab, professional lighting equipment, and large-format printers.
Animation and Motion Labs
Computer Labs, Production Room
Our animation facilities include two computer labs with the latest software and a dedicated production room with stop-motion stations and 3D printers. These spaces are ideal for students interested in motion graphics, digital storytelling, or game design.
Graphic Design Labs
Classrooms, Print and Production Spaces
Use industry-standard software and produce professional-level projects in our graphic design classrooms. Print and production areas include cutting tools, binding equipment, and other resources to bring your creative concepts to life.
W.A.S.H. Studio
Workshop in Art Studio + History
Our W.A.S.H. program space offers first-year students a foundation in visual thinking and creative experimentation. This unique studio-learning environment integrates art-making with critical inquiry and community building.
Natural Science & Art Research Center
Inspiring Collaboration, Igniting Discovery
This interdisciplinary facility supports research and collaboration at the intersection of science and the arts, providing space for faculty and student projects, exhibitions, and community engagement.
Exhibition Spaces
Students have the opportunity to exhibit their work in two professional gallery settings. The University Art Gallery, located in the Dana G. Hoyt Fine Arts Building on campus, features rotating exhibitions by students, faculty, and visiting artists. The Satellite Gallery, located in downtown Huntsville, offers an off-campus venue for student-led installations, experimental projects, and community-facing shows. Both spaces provide hands-on experience in curating, installing, and presenting artwork to the public.
