The theory behind Barton County Community College’s Art Program is a simple one — foster your creativity by developing an awareness of the visual arts. We guide and challenge you to develop your unique artistic abilities and personal style. You’ll be exposed to two- and three-dimensional art in a variety of media and styles. To do this, we stress a solid foundation in design principles and technical skills, preparing you to pursue a career right after Barton, enter a university art program or enroll in a professional art school.

The demand for creative minds in our society is greater than ever, and the notion that a career in art leads only to teaching is a thing of the past. There is a place for a creative individual like you.

Why Barton?
Opportunity to learn from veteran artists
Instructors with national reputations
Well equipped painting, drawing, and ceramic facilities
State-of the art graphic design and commercial art labs
Guest artists present lectures and in class demonstrations
Access to monthly exhibits by national and regional artists
Access to nationally renowned Shafer Art Gallery
Field trips to Kansas City, Wichita, Denver, and Santa Fe

Options
Whatever your educational or career aspirations, Barton has a program
for you. Barton offers a two-year Graphic Design Media Specialist program so you can slip right into the job market as a professional artist,
graphic designer or a Web page designer. Or, you can choose to specialize in graphic design, education, photography, ceramics, painting, drawing, interior design or sculpture in programs designed to prepare you to
transfer to a four-year college or art institute.

Regardless of which way you go, Barton offers you an affordable, quality jump on your educational or professional goals. Scholarships and departmental awards are also available.

Career Choices
studio artist, graphic designer, computer artist, interior designer, museum curator, art therapist, comic book artist, art critic, cinematographer, photojournalist, web page designer, freelance artist, art dealer