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Art and Art History

 

Following are course descriptions. Check the Annual Schedule to plan your schedule.

ART & 100
Art Appreciation: The World of Art (5)

Students learn to analyze diverse forms of art from world cultures. Students explore the creative process, visual elements of art, and cultural/political contexts in which art is made. Course may include themes such as birth/death, public vs. private art, the human form, etc. This course is for non-majors. Previously ART 125. Prerequisite: ENGL 100. Mandatory decimal grading.

ART 105
Appreciation of Design (2)

Illustrated lecture/discussions on design fundamentals. Topics include design in paintings, pottery, textiles, architecture, consumer goods. Choice of written or studio project. For non- majors as well as majors, and all first-year students in Art. Previously ART 129. Student option grading.

ART 109
Design (5)

Beginning studio work in 2-dimensional art structure. Introduction to concepts of line, shape, color, value, texture, form and space. Student option grading.

ART 110
Three-Dimensional Design: A Foundation Course (5)

Design fundamentals for 3-dimensional space are the focus of ART 110. Lecture, demonstration, research, readings and studio work are integrated to develop problem-solving skills. Projects are both functional and non-functional in nature. Prerequisites: ART 109 or instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART 121
Ceramic Art 1 (5)

Beginning course in the creation and appreciation of the ceramic vessel. Focus is on hand building and wheel throwing processes as well as glazes and glazing. Previously ART 201. Student option grading.

ART 122
Ceramic Art 2 (5)

Second quarter in Ceramic art. Building on processes, skills and understandings acquired in ART 121. A greater emphasis on individual development, creativity and problem solving is fostered. Previously ART 202. Prerequisite: ART 121 or equivalent with instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART 123
Ceramic Art 3 (5)

Third quarter of study in Ceramic Art. Building on processes, skills and understandings acquired in previous two quarters. Emphasis is on individual development, creativity and problem solving in the design and creation of ceramic forms. Previously ART 203. Prerequisite: ART 122 or equivalent with instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART 130
Intro to Multimedia Design/Authoring (4)

This course includes both theory and practice in multimedia project creation, content development and execution. The course develops student skills using a variety of media and its inclusion in productions. There will be practice in digital imaging and audio for output to a variety of emerging technologies. Prerequisites: VCT 124/125 or instructor approval. Mandatory Decimal Grading. Recommended concurrent enrollment in VCT 136. Previously ART 115.

ART 131
Drawing 1 (5)

First-year drawing series, beginning course. No academic experience required. Introduction to organizing and developing the drawing surface. Pencil and charcoal are the major tools; liquid and color media are also introduced. Previously ART 105. Student option grading.

ART 132
Drawing 2 (5)

Continuation of first-year drawing series. Builds on the understanding and skills acquired in ART 131. Composition, light and dark, and perspective. Media include pencil, charcoal, liquid and color. Previously ART 106. Prerequisite: ART 131. Student option grading.

ART 133
Drawing 3 (5)

Third quarter of first-year drawing series stresses growth in control and creativity. Areas of light and shade, composition, and perspective are emphasized. Previously ART 107. Prerequisite: ART 132. Student option grading.

ART 144
Beginning Photography (5)

This course is an introduction to film and digital camera operation, print output, basic software imaging, wet lab procedures and the latest developments in technology. Aesthetics and the visual language of image communication are stressed. Cameras are available for check out. Previously ART 100.

ART 145
Intermediate Black and White Photography (4)

Course emphasizes creative control of images through the zone system, toning and coloring. Course includes 3D image construction and digital imaging. Studio photography is introduced. Assignments involve technical and visual exploration. Previously ART 102. Prerequisite: ART 144 or Portfolio review with instructor permission. Mandatory decimal grading.

ART 146
Advanced Black and White Photography (3)

Course introduces the photographer to alternate techniques of photographic imagery. Gum Bichromate, Liquid Light, Kodolith, digital imaging through Photoshop. Large format cameras stressed. Portfolio required as quarter project. Assignments are visual and technical in nature. Some cameras available for check-out. Students purchase film and supplies. Previously ART 103. Prerequisite: ART 144, 145 or instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART 201
Type and Typographic Design (5)

Concept development procedures in visual communication problem solving involving letter forms, illustrative material, typography and general graphic design. Basic principles of selection, organization, and production techniques are introduced. Dual listed as VCT 101. Previously ART 205. Prerequisite: ART 109 and ART 110, or VCT major, or equivalent with instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART 202
Advertising Design (5)

Continued study of concept development procedures in visual communication problem solving including letter forms, illustrative material, typography and general graphic design. Stresses principles of selection, organization, production techniques and introduction to mechanical art requirements. Dual listed as VCT 102. Previously ART 206. Prerequisite: ART 201 or equivalent with instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART 203
Graphic Design: Advertising/Illustration (5)

Procedures in visual communication problem solving. Topics include letter forms, illustrative matter, market analysis and general graphics. Principles of selection, organization and production are stressed. Course is demanding in both time and quality of product. Dual listed as VCT 103. Previously ART 207. Prerequisite: ART 201, 202 or equivalent with instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART 244
Studio/Color/Electronic Imaging (3)

Introduction to studio lighting with emphasis on the medium and large format cameras and digital imaging through Photoshop. Introduction to the use of color as an intricate element of design and interpretive presentation. Student option grading. Previously ART 119.

ART 245
Commercial Photography (3)

Application of photographic techniques to solve problems in visual presentations. Advertising, commercial and industrial still photography. Chemistry provided. Students supply film, paper, supplies. Dual listed as VCT 120. Previously ART 120. Prerequisite: Art 145 or equivalent with instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART 246
Documentary/News Photog. (3)

Course presents theory and study of the photograph to interpret, comment on or record the events of humanity. Visual language of sequencing and structure are explored. Scanning and Photoshop will be used. Some cameras available for check-out. Students purchase film and supplies. Dual listed as CMST 291. Previously ART 291. Prerequisite: ART 144, 145, or instructor approval. Student option grading.

ART 247
Color Photography (3)

Beginning course in basic color photography. Experience in materials, techniques, processing, production. Production of high quality prints and transparencies suitable for exhibition. Digital imaging, scanning, manipulation with Photoshop-chemistry provided. Students provide paper, film and supplies. Previously ART 292. Prerequisite: ART 145 or equivalent with instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART 250
Printmaking (5)

Survey of fine art printmaking including relief, planographic and intaglio printmaking with a focus on design, drawing, techniques and materials used in printmaking through lectures, demonstrations, critiques and research. Students create prints in each media. Student option grading.

ART 251
Painting 1 (5)

A foundation course emphasizing color, composition and the properties of one of these painting media: oil, acrylic or water color. Previously ART 256. Student option grading.

ART 252
Painting 2 (5)

Continuation of studio activities of ART 251 with emphasis on color, composition and the properties of one of these painting media: oil, acrylic or water color. Previously ART 257. Prerequisite: ART 251 or instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART 253
Painting 3 (5)

Continuation of studio activities of ART 252. A greater emphasis upon individual development and creativity is fostered. Previously ART 258. Prerequisite: ART 252 or instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART 254
Design and Materials (5)

Wood and plaster as factors of design. Class experimentation and research. Previously ART 253. Student option grading.

ART 255
Design and Materials (5)

Metal, glass and plastics as factors of design. Class experimentation and research. Student option grading. Previously ART 254.

ART 256
Design and Materials (5)

Textiles as a factor of design. Class experimentation and research. Student option grading. Previously ART 255.

ART 260
Intermediate Studio Projects (5)

Students who have completed a basic fine art studio course series in drawing, design, painting, photography, sculpture or ceramics, and are ready for independent studio research, complete art projects with instructor supervision. May be taken multiple times for credit. Prerequisite: ART 146, 133, 109, 110, 130, 123, 203, 253, or 271 or instructor permission. Mandatory P/NC Grading.

ART 265
Intermediate Drawing (5)

For students who have completed basic drawing series ART 131, 132, 133 and who want to continue to draw with supervision and criticism. May be taken up to three times. Series includes still life, landscape, figure, and fantasy drawings. Prerequisite: ART 133. Student option grading.

ART 271
Sculpture 1 (5)

Beginning course. Work in clay, plaster, wood. Previously ART 272. Student option grading.

ART 272
Sculpture 2 (5)

Second-quarter in basic sculpture series. Continued work in clay, plaster, wood. Previously ART 273. Prerequisite: Art 271. Student option grading.

ART 273
Sculpture 3 (5)

Third quarter in basic sculpture series. Work in clay, plaster, wood, metal. Previously ART 274. Prerequisite: ART 272. Student option grading.

ART 291
Special Topics in Art (1)

Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in Art. Previously ART 281.

ART 292
Special Topics in Art (2)

Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in Art. Previously ART 282.

ART 293
Special Topics in Art (3)

Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in Art. Previously ART 283.

ART 294
Special Topics in Art (4)

Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in Art. Previously ART 284.

ART 295
Special Topics in Art (5)

Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in Art. Previously ART 285.

ART 297
Individual Project in Art (1)

Individual project in a specific area of art. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.

ART 298
Individual Project in Art (2)

Individual project in a specific area of art. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.

ART 299
Special Project (3)

Individual project in a specific area of art. By arrangement with instructor. Prerequisite: Instructor permission, based on evaluation of students' educational and work experience. Mandatory decimal grading.


ART HISTORY 204
Survey of Asian Art (5)

Students are introduced to the art and architecture of India, China, Korea and Japan. This course gives an overview of Asian art with a concentration on individual nations/cultures, specific period styles and representative artists. Prerequisite: Completion or enrollment in ENGL 100 or instructor's permission. Student option grading.

ART HISTORY 210
Japanese Art History (5)

This course offers a comprehensive study into the art, architecture and crafts of Japan. Art and artists of Japan are examined as well as the religion, politics, and economics that shaped their cultural eras. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 100, placement in ENGL& 101 or Instructor permission. Student option grading.

ART HISTORY 224
Survey of Ancient Western Art (5)

Students study Western art and architecture from prehistory through to the Roman Empire and the Early Christian/Byzantine periods. Emphasis is on how art forms have been influenced by significant events, beliefs, and customs. Students evaluate contributions of the arts of specific cultures. Previously ARTH 201. Prerequisites: Completion of ENGL 100 or placement in ENGL& 101. Student option grading.

ART HISTORY 224W
Survey of Ancient Western Art (5)

Students study Western art and architecture from prehistory through to the Roman Empire and the Early Christian/Byzantine periods. Emphasis is on how art forms have been influenced by significant events, beliefs, and customs. Students evaluate contributions of the arts of specific cultures. Previously ARTH 201W. Prerequisites: Completion of ENGL 100 or placement in ENGL& 101. Student option grading.

ART HISTORY 225
Survey of Western Art, Medieval-Baroque/Rococo (5)

Students study Western art and architecture from the Early Medieval period to the 17th century Baroque/Rococo period in Europe. They learn art historical methodologies to evaluate how art and architecture have been influenced by significant events, beliefs, and traditions. Previously ARTH 202. Prerequisite; Completion of ENGL 100 or placement inENGL& 101. Student option grading.

ART HISTORY 225W
Survey of Western Art, Medieval-Baroque/Rococo (5)

Students study Western art and architecture from the Early Medieval period to the 17th century Baroque/Rococo period in Europe. They learn art historical methodologies to evaluate how art and architecture have been influenced by significant events, beliefs, and traditions. Previously ARTH 202W. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 100 or placement in ENGL& 101. Student option grading.

ART HISTORY 226
Survey of Western Art-Modern/Post Modern (5)

Students study Western art and architecture from the late 18th century to the 21st century, the works of major artists, plus the development of new media in the post modern world. Topics range from 18th century NeoClassicism to Pop, Performance, Earthworks and Installations. Previously ARTH 203. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 100 or placement in ENGL& 101. Student option grading.

ART HISTORY 226W
Survey of Western Art-Modern/Post Modern (5)

Students study Western art and architecture from the late 18th century to the 21st century, the works of major artists, plus the development of new media in the post modern world. Topics range from 18th century NeoClassicism to Pop, Performance, Earthworks and Installations. Previously ARTH 203W. Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 100 or placement in ENGL& 101. Student option grading.

ART HISTORY 283
Special Topics in Art History (3)



ART HISTORY 292
Special Topics in Art History (2)

Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in Art History. Previously ARTH 282.

ART HISTORY 293
Special Topics in Art History (3)

Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in Art History. Previously ARTH 283.

ART HISTORY 295
Special Topics in Art History (5)

Classes focusing on specific issues and/or topics of interest in Art History. Previously ARTH 285.

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