Art

• ART115 3 credits

  Basic Design I (Composition)

  Using unique, hands-on projects, the theory and principles of composition in art are introduced with the design elements developing and establishing an effective visual language in two-dimensional media. Problem solving is emphasized through projects in this foundation course.

• ART116 3 credits

  Basic Design II (Color Theory)

  Explores the world of color in this foundation course with the continued examination of composition using the emotions of color, the relationship of colors, and how effective design is accomplished. Creation of space, shape and scale with effective problem solving are encouraged.

• ART117 3 credits

  Basic Design III (Three-dimensional)

  Explores dimension and space through exercises in planes, lines, and form using a variety of materials.

• ART131 3 credits

  Introduction to Drawing I (Value)

  Explores how the concepts of light, form, and spatial relationships create the illusion of three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface. Introduces traditional and contemporary drawing techniques using a variety of black and white media.

• ART132 3 credits

  Introduction to Drawing II (Line)

  Studies how line is used as an expressive tool to develop basic skills in observation, representation, perception, and hand-eye-mind coordination. Introduces traditional and contemporary drawing techniques using a variety of black, white, and color media.

• ART133 3 credits

  Introduction to Drawing III (Mixed Media)

  Explores how abstract and contemporary ideas and images are used to challenge the imagination and focus on the process of making drawings. Includes an improvisational collage-making approach using traditional and non-traditional art materials.

• ART180 Variable Credit

  Cooperative Work Experience/Art

  Provides work-related experience and study in selected art environments.

• ART197 3 credits

  Gallery Design and Management

  Explores the inner workings of a gallery from the perspectives of the artist and gallery director. Training includes installation of exhibits, communicating with artists, recordkeeping, mailings, shipping and receiving art work, and publicity. Discussion focuses on the various methods of installation, contemporary issues, historical perspectives, and critiques.

• ART198 Variable credit

  Independent Study: Art (Portfolio)

  Develops the knowledge, requirements, and materials for creating portfolios as used by galleries for exhibiting artists, and as used to gain acceptance to art schools. Recommended for art majors.

• ART199 Variable credit

  Special Studies: Art

  Emphasizes study in a variety of art disciplines to fulfill specific educational goals.

• ART204 4 credits

  History of Western Art I

  Studies the history of art in the context of the cultures producing them by studying selected works of painting, sculpture, architecture, and other fine arts from prehistoric to medieval periods. May require use of the Internet and WebCT.

• ART205 4 credits

  History of Western Art II

  Studies the history of art in the context of the cultures producing them by studying selected works of painting, sculpture, architecture, and other fine arts from medieval to Renaissance periods. May require use of the Internet and WebCT.

• ART206 4 credits

  History of Western Art III

  Studies the history of art in the context of the cultures producing them by studying selected works of painting, sculpture, architecture, and other fine arts from 18th century to contemporary times. May require use of the Internet and WebCT.

• ART207 3 credits

  History of Asian Art

  Surveys art produced in India from prehistoric to modern times.

• ART208 3 credits

  History of Asian Art

  Surveys art produced in China from prehistoric to modern times.

• ART209 3 credits

  History of Asian Art

  Surveys art produced in Japan from prehistoric to modern times.

• ART211 3 credits

  Survey of Visual Arts

  Enhances appreciation of art by comparing works from diverse cultures and historical periods. An interdisciplinary studies approach is used to reveal the aesthetic, purpose, and meaning of art from prehistory to modern times. Recommended for non-art majors. May require use of the Internet and WebCT. Prerequisite: WR115 or BT113.

• ART221 3 credits

  Graphic Design I

  Emphasizes layout, paste-up, design, and typography as applied to the field of graphic design.

• ART222 3 credits

  Graphic Design II

  Emphasizes layout, paste-up, design, and typography as applied to the field of graphic design.

• ART223 3 credits

  Graphic Design III

  Emphasizes layout, paste-up, design, and typography as applied to the field of graphic design.

• ART224 3 credits

  Graphic Design (Introduction to Advertising)

  Provides overview of the advertising design field by studying advertising layout, package, industrial and brochure design, corporate image, signage, point of purchase, and direct mail. Also examines the motivational, psychological, functional, and aesthetic aspects of the advertising industry.

• ART226 3 credits

  Graphic Design (Typography)

  Studies design and use of letter forms, emphasizes the importance of typography as a design element, and stresses technical skills leading to computer use.

• ART234 3 credits

  Figure Drawing I

  Introduces technique and process in drawing the human figure from real life with a variety of media. Working from the model, the human structure and the relationship between the various components of the human body are studied.

• ART235 3 credits

  Figure Drawing II

  Continues development of skills in drawing the human form from a model. Emphasis is on skills enhancing individual intent, content and expression. Study of the various historical and contemporary approaches by artist is explored in the development of composition.

• ART236 3 credits

  Figure Drawing III

  Continues drawing from the model with emphasis on different media and developing a personal style. The study of contemporary figure work, problem solving and development of finished work is introduced.

• ART237 3 credits

  Illustration I

  Introduces the verbal/visual relationship of the illustrator’s creative process as a precursor to computer illustration. Provides the foundation of drawing for commercial applications using black and white media appropriate to the field of graphic design and illustration. Conceptualization of visual communication in a variety of media and forms, including story boarding and problem solving, is developed.

• ART238 3 credits

  Illustration II

  Develops the art of illuminating ideas through work with a variety of visual solutions and the methods needed to accomplish them. Effective image content, resource development–such as work from the model, media variety, photography and text–is a part of visual communication conveyed. Conceptual skills are developed through investigation of contemporary and historical themes and ideas, problem solving and use of a variety of media and technical skills.

• ART239 3 credits

  Illustration III (Architectural Drawing)

  Introduces drawing and designing for architectural and illustrative applications that includes work with an analytical perspective. Appropriate media, resource development and technical skills are developed through problem solving and analysis of contemporary graphic work.

• ART244 3 credits

  Stained Glass (Copper Foil Method)

  Introduces students to tools and techniques used in working with colored glass through a combination of demonstrations, studio work and group discussions. Furthers design awareness and develops step-by-step techniques and craftsmanship skills as two projects using the copper foil method are required.

• ART253 3 credits

  Ceramics I

  Introduces materials, tools, and techniques in producing ceramic pottery and sculptural forms. Includes hand building, wheel throwing, glaze formulation and application, firing, and other finishes for clay.

• ART254 3 credits

  Ceramics II

  Continues skills development for second term students as well as researching glaze or clay in the creation of projects. Problem solving and analysis of historical and contemporary approaches is utilized.

• ART255 3 credits

  Ceramics III

  For third term students, develops a personal style through historical and contemporary examples, problem solving structural issues, and continued skill development and further work in glazes, clay and firing methods.

• ART257 3 credits

  Beginning Jewelry and Metalsmithing

  Introduces students to tools and techniques used in working with non-ferrous metals through a combination of demonstrations, studio work and group discussions. Furthers design awareness and develops step-by-step metals techniques and craftsmanship skills on three-dimensional form as functional or wearable art.

• ART258 3 credits

  Intermediate Jewelry and Metalsmithing

  Introduces students to tools and techniques used in working with non-ferrous metals through a combination of demonstrations, studio work and group discussions. Furthers design awareness and develops step-by-step metals techniques and craftsmanship skills on three-dimensional form as functional or wearable art. Prerequisite ART257 or permission of instructor.

• ART259 3 credits

  Advanced Jewelry and Metalsmithing

  Introduces students to tools and techniques used in working with non-ferrous metals through a combination of demonstrations, studio work and group discussions. Furthers design awareness and develops step-by-step metals techniques and craftsmanship skills on three-dimensional form as functional or wearable art. Prerequisite: ART258 or permission of instructor.

• ART261 3 credits

  Photography I

  Introduces the history and fundamentals of photography and the theory of black and white film processing and printing. Emphasis is on camera handling, manual exposure control, composition, and basic color theory.

• ART262 3 credits

  Photography II

  Covers black and white film processing, printing and image control in the darkroom, experimental photography, and lens and filter selection. Introduces large format cameras and advanced shooting, composition, and camera handling techniques.

• ART270 3 credits

  Introduction to Printmaking I

  Introduces the materials, tools, and basic techniques of intaglio (etching) and relief (linocut and woodcut) printmaking processes. Emphasis is on development of technical skills, composition, and personal statement while gaining an understanding of edition printing, presentation, and the history of printmaking.

• ART271 3 credits

  Introduction to Printmaking II

  Continues to develop skills learned in ART270 while studying additional techniques and further development of composition and personal statement.

• ART272 3 credits

  Introduction to Printmaking III

  Emphasizes perfection of previous skills while developing new techniques toward the expression of students’ personal statements. Self-evaluation and creative thinking are encouraged.

• ART273 3 credits

  Printmaking

  Introduces the materials, tools, and techniques of mono- and collage-plate printmaking as well as the presentation and preservation of prints.

• ART276 3 credits

  Sculpture I

  Introduces basic sculptural materials, tools and techniques. Includes modeling (clay, plaster, wire), carving (plaster), casting (resin, concrete), and fabrication (mixed media). Research assignments are designed to encourage students to explore sculpture artists.

• ART277 3 credits

  Sculpture II

  Continues instruction in sculptural materials, tools and techniques. Projects include modeling (clay), cold casting (resin, concrete, paper), fabrication (mixed media, clay, plaster), and carving (stone). Research assignments are designed to encourage students to explore their creative potential.

• ART278 3 credits

  Sculpture III

  Continues instruction in sculptural materials, tools and techniques. Projects include fabricating, carving, mold making and modeling in materials such as clay, plaster, stone and found objects. Research assignments are designed to encourage the student to explore their creative potential and refine skills.

• ART280 Variable credit

  Cooperative Work Experience/Art

  Provides work-related experience and study in selected art environments.

• ART281 3 credits

  Painting I

  Building on the skills developed in drawing and design. Students explore a variety of techniques and concepts as related to stylistic developments in painting. Students learn a variety of techniques while doing exercises and developing individual paintings considering historical and contemporary approaches.

• ART282 3 credits

  Painting II

  Students expand their techniques and materials usage while developing a series of work that promotes their visual voice and communication. Problem solving, technique development, materials exploration and self-evaluation are developed.

• ART283 3 credits

  Painting III

  Problem solving, personal expression, research of contemporary painting methods and current directions expand the first painting courses and assists students in continued development of their personal styles.

• ART287 3 credits

  Aqueous Media/Airbrush I

  Techniques, and equipment usage are demonstrated and practiced. Research into current airbrush techniques and use are studied while developing personal expression and problem solving in projects.

• ART288 3 credits

  Aqueous Media/Airbrush II

  Techniques, and equipment usage are demonstrated and practiced. Research into current airbrush techniques and use are studied while developing personal expression and problem solving in projects.

• ART291 3 credits

  Advanced Sculpture I (Welded Steel)

  Introduces welded steel as a sculpture medium. Students learn beginning skills in oxy-acetylene welding, MIG welding and plasma cutting. Informational handouts and films will supplement demonstrations, equipment usage and safety. Research assignments and projects are designed to encourage students to explore the creative potentials of welded steel.

• ART292 3 credits

  Advanced Sculpture II (Welded Steel)

  Continues instruction in fabricating steel sculpture. Projects are designed to explore ideas as well as techniques in welding and forging. Research assignments are designed to encourage students’ creative potential and refine skills.

• ART293 3 credits

  Advanced Sculpture III (Welded Steel)

  Designed for students in the welding program and students who have completed earlier sculpture welding courses. Projects are designed to explore ideas and creative expression in welding and forging. Research assignments are designed to encourage students’ creative potential and refine skills.

• ART294 3 credits

  Watercolor I

  Lectures, demonstrations and specific problems dealing with color relationships, composition and basic watercolor techniques are explored. Projects involve problem solving and technical development of various techniques.

• ART295 3 credits

  Watercolor II

  Students continue to explore the watercolor medium employing additional techniques and investigating different ways of seeing through problem-solving projects. Historical and contemporary contexts are studied as students develop their personal styles.

• ART296 3 credits

  Watercolor III

  Advanced work in watercolor adds further techniques and critical analysis to students’ developing toolboxes, including reference to world art and current trends.

• ART299 Variable credit

  Special Studies: Art

  Emphasizes study in a variety of art disciplines (drawing, watercolor, art history, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, painting, etc.) to fulfill specific educational goals.