Tampa Art Schools & Programs Aspiring fine artists can choose from a number of studio art programs at the University of South Florida including drawing, sculpture, and installation. At the Art Institute of Tampa students can study advertising, game art, and media arts and animation. Another option is the International Academy of Design and Technology which offers programs such as photography, graphic design, and fashion design.

Metropolitan Tampa is a fast-growing area of the country, and job opportunities should be plentiful for artists. Art and design occupations overall are forecasted to increase by 18%, while fine artists, multimedia artists, floral designers, set designers, and graphic designers are all expected to see increases greater than that.

Art Schools, Programs & Courses in Tampa
Subjects listed are highlights of programs and/or courses offered.


Why Tampa is a Great Place to Study Art
Tampa is a city committed to enhancing and encouraging its vibrant art scene. The Tampa Public Art Program fills the city with art by local and national artists in an effort to honor the unique history and diversity that comprises the area. The Arts Council of Hillsborough County works diligently to ensure that art remains a component of every child's education. Tampa is also home to the Gasparilla Festival of the Arts which brings 300 artists annually to the streets of Tampa for a free festival enjoyed by more than 100,000 visitors.

Other Resources for Art Education and Careers in Tampa
  • The Arts Center
  • Department of Art and Cultural Affairs
  • Henry B. Plant Museum
  • Professional Association of Visual Artists
  • Salvador Dali Museum
  • Tampa Gallery of Photographic Arts
  • Art - Employers in Tampa
  • Creative Arts Unlimited Inc.
  • St. Petersburg Museum of Fine Arts
  • Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center

  • Art - Internship Opportunities in Tampa
  • John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art
  • Tampa Museum of Art
  • Tampa Tribune
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