Art

Cultivate your creativity into a career

The Art Department at the College of Lake County provides a range of art classes for students to develop fundamental skills and techniques in a variety of mediums. Students will leave our program ready to transfer to a four-year institution or begin work as an independent artist. Hands-on experience creates an active learning environment in our studios.

Through high-quality education, students will learn to apply principles and elements of design creatively and effectively in the process of making two- and three-dimensional artwork. The department aims to develop students' critical thinking abilities, visual awareness, evaluation skills and knowledge of art history through the guidance of course curriculum, interaction with instructor and peers visits to galleries and museums and from the process of creating course projects. 

Why study Art with us?

Our instructors are professional artists who incorporate top-notch technical skills with ideation and conceptional development into your courses. View the portfolios of faculty Hans Habeger, Erick Rowe and David Bolton.

CLC courses are demanding and help you refine your artistic vision. You will learn historical and contemporary art concepts and techniques in both 2D and 3D areas.

Study any of the art forms you are most passionate about—art history, photography, drawing and painting, watercolor, computer art, ceramics, sculpture and jewelry making.

Showcase your creations

The Robert T. Wright Community Gallery of Art is a major cultural resource for artists and Lake County residents. Exhibit your creations at the CLC Student Art Competition held every year. You can even win awards or sell your work.

Enriching lives through art

CLC is a vibrant community for the arts. You have opportunities to reach diverse audiences through our campus life and arts programs. CLC hosts regular events at the gallery, visual arts workshops, dance, music, theater and more!