Moving beyond ART500, Capstone Intensive Studio is a unique opportunity for in-depth studio work dedicated to concept development and supported by the required investigation of working artists. This investigation will inform student's creative thinking and impact their independent studio practice. Increased individualized study provides students the opportunity to steer their work in fresh directions with serious focus. Through the purposeful research of art historical movements and contemporary artists, students will create a strong foundation for their capstone projects. This effort is supported by art readings, self-assigned prompts, concept proposals, class critiques, a studio journal, increased self-reflection, and written responses to contemporary art issues. Each student will produce a capstone project which will be documented and published in a professionally printed artist book. By working collectively on this publication, students will learn how to professionally document their artwork, craft an effective artist statement, and understand their work within the greater context of the art world. This course culminates in an exhibition of capstone projects in the Mayer Art Center. The accompanying publication serves as an exhibition-in-print and visual anthology of the class capstones.