#BUMajorMention: Painting The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) program in Painting recognizes the primacy of painting as a vital mode of contemporary expression. Instruction, independent practice, and awareness of historical and contemporary context are brought together to enable students to think critically and imaginatively, and to express their ideas with skill and conviction. The principal component of the Painting program is rigorous studio activity, with students exploring various approaches to painting to develop an individual vision. Students also consider the role of sight, insight, and perception in relation to processes of making. Critical dialogue and rigorous expectations about studio practice support work toward a fully formed artistic vision. The program is intended to provide a solid base for postgraduate involvement in the larger art world. Students are given numerous opportunities to display work in Boston University galleries. Undergraduates are encouraged in their sen...