Create What Comes Next

The School of Art at the University of Houston offers nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programs led by a faculty of accomplished artists, scholars, and educators. Known for its bold creativity and interdisciplinary approach, the school cultivates emerging talent and produces work that challenges, engages, and enriches both the campus and the wider Houston arts community.

BUILD YOUR PRACTICE.
EXPAND YOUR THINKING.

At the Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts, the School of Art offers undergraduate and graduate programs that merge rigorous academics with real-world opportunities. Explore your area of study and see how our community of makers, thinkers, and innovators can help shape your future.

WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS SEASON

From thought-provoking exhibitions to student showcases, visiting artist talks to community projects—this season at the School of Art highlights bold ideas and creative expression across every medium. Explore the full lineup and see what’s unfolding in our galleries and beyond.

EXPLORE ART BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Discover the Blaffer Art Museum and Public Art of the University of Houston System—two dynamic extensions of the School of Art that connects students and visitors through creativity, innovation, and community.

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HERE’S THE LATEST

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An Artistic Retreat at School of Art's Elgin Street Studios

An inside look at UH’s Elgin Street Studios, a purpose-built artistic haven where MFA and sculpture students are taking their work to new heights.

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Art Professor Awarded Guggenheim Fellowship

Anna Mayer will further her work to understand settler colonial legacies within art history and contemporary land use.

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UH School of Art Alum Turns Brings Her Passion for Printmaking to Houstonions

Lauren Christlieb welcomes Houston to Red Bird Press, a hub for creativity and connection.

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Revealing a Hidden Legacy

Art students bring the rich history of the Taylor Estate to life.

 

WHERE THE MAGIC HAPPENS

Studios buzz with creativity, galleries showcase bold ideas, and workshops turn vision into reality. From cutting-edge digital labs to sunlit painting studios, the School of Art is built for making. Step inside and see where inspiration takes shape.


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