Academic Department # Department of Art and Design - College of the Arts Social Media - [ Facebook version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"? ](https://www.facebook.com/MontclairArtandDesign/) - [ Instagram version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"? ](https://www.instagram.com/montclair_artanddesign) - [ Twitter version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"? ](https://twitter.com/MSUArtandDesign) - [ YouTube version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"? ](https://www.youtube.com/@thecollegeoftheartsmontcla9772) Art and Design Department Phone [973-655-7296](tel:973-655-7296) Location Calcia Hall, Suite 109 ![Two students in a drawing class working together](/sites/default/files/styles/920x920/public/2026-08/112116_8527_CART-Drawing.jpg.5.1x.generic.jpg?h=fa12a5ab&itok=9ihw92R1) ## Academic Programs [Browse Art and Design degree programs](https://www.montclair.edu/academics/program-finder/?program-finder-search=art%20and%20design&college%5B%5D=cart) ![Student standing next to their artwork in the Finley Gallery](/sites/default/files/styles/770x420/public/2026-07/CARTonly-ARDS-FinleyGallery_2026.jpg?h=8a6978cd&itok=Btx4D7_-) For over half a century, the Department of Art and Design has prepared artists and designers who don't just respond to the world — they help shape it. With degree programs in art education, fashion design and merchandising, graphic design, illustration, and the visual arts, students develop real expertise in their chosen fields while benefiting from the department's interdisciplinary structure and shared studio spaces. Coursework equips you with the technical and professional skills you need to succeed — and the critical thinking skills to develop your personal voice and build a broader understanding of what art and design do in the world. Throughout your studies, you'll work with professional-grade equipment, show your work in on-campus galleries, and be encouraged to exhibit in professional spaces across New York City and New Jersey. You'll learn from award-winning and internationally exhibiting faculty who are active practitioners in the fields they teach, and connect with working artists, designers, historians, fashion professionals, critics, and curators through courses and department events. ![Student standing next to artwork in Finley Gallery](/sites/default/files/styles/1120x1120/public/2026-08/Opening%20Reception%2013.jpg?h=8a6978cd&itok=pbEU29SW) ### Finley Gallery Directed by the Department of Art & Design, the Finley Gallery exhibits a variety of creative works by the students from the Department of Art & Design courses and its major programs to share their visionary excellence with the campus, the community, and visitors. - [Learn more](/colleges-schools-research/arts/finley-gallery) ![Bloomfield College Art Gallery](/sites/default/files/styles/1120x1120/public/2026-07/CART-BloomfieldCollegeArt_20240423.jpg?h=08b866d1&itok=k-HEtRgL) ### Portfolio Information Applicants to the **Illustration (BFA)** and **Graphic Design (BFA)** programs are required to submit a portfolio as part of the admission process. Portfolio requirements vary by program, so please review this information to find the specific submission guidelines, required materials, and instructions for your intended major. - [Illustration BFA](https://www.montclair.edu/academics/programs/bfa-illustration) - [Graphic Design BFA](https://www.montclair.edu/academics/programs/bfa-graphic-design) ## News - ![Sew Sustainable Workshop](/sites/default/files/styles/750x500/public/2026-11/CARTonly-SewSustainable_20261028.jpg?h=d1c05c3e&itok=uAWrv-HM) Notices & Announcements [ Sew Sustainable Workshop Gives Clothing New Life](/news/sew-sustainable-workshop-gives-clothing-new-life) November 10, 2026 - ![Ruth Borgenicht](/sites/default/files/styles/750x500/public/2026-10/CARTonly-ARDS-RuthBorgenicht_2026.jpg?h=147affb0&itok=7w_ofjZc) Notices & Announcements [ Ruth Borgenicht Featured in Montclair Art Museum’s Art Uncorked Auction](/news/ruth-borgenicht-featured-montclair-art-museums-art-uncorked-auction) October 12, 2026 - ![Dr. Charlotte Kent](/sites/default/files/styles/750x500/public/2026-09/CARTonly-ARDS-CharlotteKent_2026_0.jpg?h=6f29f1da&itok=MwAPtN5h) Notices & Announcements [ Dr. Charlotte Kent shares recent publications, talks and research activities during sabbatical](/news/dr-charlotte-kent-shares-recent-publications-talks-and-research-activities-during-sabbatical) September 28, 2026 ## Contact Us [Katherine Tamburo](/directory/katherine-tamburo) - Administrative Assistant, Department of Art and Design - - Telephone [(973) 655-7296](tel:+1-973-655-7296) [Art and Design Department](/colleges-schools-research/arts/art-and-design-department) - Telephone [973-655-7296](tel:973-655-7296) - Address Calcia Hall, Suite 109 ## Department Administration ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/migrated-profiles/21693168/screenshot20250927at1.04.54pm.png?h=e4eb2252&itok=xNJPJNaE) ### [Nicole Archer](/directory/nicole-archer) - Chairperson ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/migrated-profiles/10238255/img6410.000.jpg?h=5cc32d30&itok=xAJUcKt2) ### [Katherine Tamburo](/directory/katherine-tamburo) - Administrative Assistant, Department of Art and Design ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/spitzs%40montclair.edu/Headshot%201-%20square.jpg?h=2e917df8&itok=gniNE7S3) ### [Stephanie Spitz](/directory/stephanie-spitz) - Department Administrator, Art and Design ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/migrated-profiles/10894939/headshot1.jpg?h=6f6fee1f&itok=H2-cngLZ) ### [Brooke Garlick](/directory/brooke-garlick) - Administrative Assistant, Scheduling and Studio Facilities ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/migrated-profiles/10397929/imageofandre.jpg?h=a15243ab&itok=omtMUMDR) ### [Andre Philippe White](/directory/andre-philippe-white) - Academic Advisor ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/slaughtero%40montclair.edu/Untitled%20design.jpg?h=fd85c067&itok=bTUjDZme) ### [Olivia Slaughter](/directory/olivia-slaughter) - Media and Exhibitions Coordinator ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/carneyj%40montclair.edu/JustinCarneyPhoto%20copy.jpg?h=9c7af096&itok=6bjRqKYP) ### [Justin Carney](/directory/justin-carney) - 2D Studios Coordinator ### [Bonnie McEachren](/directory/bonnie-mceachren) - 3D Studios Coordinator Go to the previous slide 1/ Go to the next slide