ART 107 Two-Dimensional Design (3)
A course which focuses on the fundamentals of visual composition and design theory. Students work in various media, exploring the visual potential of line, color, texture, pattern, light and shadow, and space. Students will be able to apply the principles and elements of design, to understand how these principles and elements interact, and to analyze and evaluate the quality of design and form.
ART 110 Three-Dimensional Design (3)
A course which introduces the student to basic methods of sculptural processes in additive and subtractive techniques.
ART 201-202 Painting (3) (3)
Painting in oil, acrylic, and watercolor. Open to non-art majors. Prerequisite: ART 107.
ART 204 Visual Communication in History I (3)
A presentation of the various patterns of symbolic communication used in European, African and Middle-Eastern cultures and civilizations, from prehistoric times through the later Middle Ages. Topics include the Egyptian
pyramids, Stonehenge, the classical heritage of Greece and Rome, and the Christian arts of Rome, Byzantium and northern Europe. Students will be able to articulate the meanings of artworks in their historical context. Offered alternate fall terms.
ART 205 Visual Communication in History II (3)
A discussion of the symbolic expression of ideas and values from the 14th century proto-Renaissance through 17th century Baroque. The major visual arts of architecture, painting, and sculpture are studied in the context of
important historical, philosophic, and spiritual concerns. Students will be able to articulate the meanings of artworks in their historical context. Offered alternate spring terms.
ART 207 Drawing (3)
An exploration of various drawing media in relation to the expression of still life objects and the human figure. Students will learn to sketch fundamental shapes, draw still life compositions and develop the ability to draw what they see through the use of the principles and elements of design.
ART 209 Sculpture (3)
Basic methods in three-dimensional art, including carving, casting, construction, and modeling.
ART 210 Metal Craft – Jewelry (3)
A course which introduces the student to the basic methods of fabricating jewelry to include form, function, and technique. Students will demonstrate their understanding of these methods by creating a series of work that includes a ring, pendant, brooch, bracelet, and necklace. Prerequisite: ART 110. Offered alternate spring terms.
ART 211-212 Printmaking (3) (3)
Studio work exploring various intaglio processes in zinc and copper. Emphasis is given to etching, engraving, aquatint, and soft-ground techniques. Prerequisite: ART 107. Offered alternate years.
ART 221-222 Ceramics (3) (3)
Studio work in ceramics with emphasis given to various methods of pottery making: slab, coil, sculptural, and wheel-thrown. Students will present a body of work that demonstrates their understanding of these methods. Open to non-art majors.
ART 225 Typography (3)
A study of the history and character of various letter forms. Students create visual works in which letters and text are the primary design elements. Finished projects will be executed in traditional and digital methods. Students will submit a portfolio of work for evaluation. Prerequisite: ART 107.
ART 234 Introduction to Digital Photography (3)
An introduction to the fundamentals of digital photography, including the operation of digital cameras and related hardware, the uses of the various digital media, and the basic functions of image editing software. Additional topics will include the basic principles of photographic aesthetics and composition, and the history of photography. Course content will consist of lectures and demonstrations, with an emphasis on hands-on learning through the application of digital techniques to sample photographs and to the student’s own work. Upon satisfactory completion of the course, the student will have the requisite knowledge to determine the appropriate equipment, materials, and software to meet their basic photographic requirements. The student will know the basic functions and capabilities of common digital services and software, and the skills required to utilize those functions and capabilities.
ART 235 Color Theory and Application (3)
The study of color systems and interaction through studio work, computer programs, and the consideration of historically notable works of art. Students will demonstrate their understanding through the creation of a portfolio of works. Prerequisite: ART 107. Offered alternate fall terms.
ART 245 Ceramic Tile Design (3)
A studio course exploring methods and techniques of creating handmade ceramic tiles. The course includes a study of the tile-making process in terms of its history and the design and installation of projects. Students will create finished projects that represent the full process of shaping, glazing, firing, and mounting design. Offered alternate fall terms.
ART 252 Modern Art (3)
The study of architecture, sculpture and painting in Europe from the 18th century through the present. Attention is given to the role of the visual arts in political and social milieu, the impact of aesthetic theories, and the
revolutionary impulses in modern Western civilization. Students will articulate the meanings and significance of artworks in their historical context. Offered alternate fall terms.
ART 254 The Visual Arts in the United States (3)
The history of the visual arts of architecture, sculpture, and painting in America from colonial times through the present. Emphasis is placed on the inter-relationships of the visual arts and social, political, and spiritual
concerns. Students will articulate the meanings and significance of artworks in their historical context. Offered alternate spring terms.
ART 256 Illustration (3)
The development of concepts and techniques relevant to the interpretation of stories, historical and contemporary events, architecture, and nature. The course includes an historical perspective on illustration art from the mid-19th century to the present. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to plan and execute a copy illustration, choosing the style, medium, and color scheme that most effectively illustrates the copy. Prerequisite: ART 107, 201 and 207 or (ART 107, 207 and permission). Offered alternate years.
ART 258 Introduction to Computer Graphics (3)
An introduction to various software design programs and their applications to modern business design, including web design. Students will submit a portfolio of finished, printed works for evaluation. Prerequisite: ART 107.
ART 270 Design Applications (3)
The application of graphic design principles to problems of advertising and product packaging. The course provides a basic orientation to methods and materials of commercial art. Prerequisite: Art major or ART 107, 201, and 207. Offered alternate years.
ART 271, 371, 471 Selected Topics (1-3) (1-3) (1-3)
An investigation of topics not offered in other courses, selected on the basis of student interest and available instruction.
ART 290, 390, 490 Directed Study (1-3) (1-3) (1-3)
An opportunity for supervised, independent study of a particular topic based on the interest of the student and the availability and approval of the faculty.
ART 301-302 Painting (3) (3)
Advanced studio work for art majors with attention given to problems of presentation and exhibition of paintings. Prerequisite: ART 201-202.
ART 303 Graphic Design I (3)
A course emphasizing the use of digital media in advertising, publications, and corporate communications. Upon completion of the course, students will understand how a computer and its devices work and will have a basic
knowledge of various software products used in graphic design. Prerequisite: ART 258.
ART 304 Graphic Design II (3)
A course emphasizing the application of graphic design principles and relevant software programs to web design, with attention to the incorporation of audio and animation as design elements. Finished production will be submitted on a disk portfolio for evaluation. Prerequisite: ART 303.
ART 307 Drawing (3)
Advanced drawing for art majors with special emphasis given to maturing compositional concepts. Prerequisite: ART 207.
ART 310 Art in Secondary Schools: 7-8 (1)
An exploration of curriculum development for the middle grades learner. Students will gain an understanding of the foundations of art education; plan, organize, deliver, and assess an art education program; study methodology for integrating art with other content areas; and explore and implement safe instructional practices and safety standards for the teaching of art. Prerequisite: Art major or permission.
ART 311-312 Printmaking (3) (3)
Advanced work with emphasis given to problems of color. Prerequisite: ART 211-212. Offered alternate years.
ART 315 Art in Secondary Schools: 9-10 (1)
An exploration of curriculum development for the 9th and 10th grade classrooms. Students will gain an understanding of the foundations of art education; plan, organize, deliver, and assess an art education program; study methodology for integrating art with other content areas; and explore and implement safe instructional practices and safety standards for the teaching of art. Prerequisite: Art major or permission.
ART 320 Art in Secondary Schools: 11-12 (1)
An exploration of curriculum development for the secondary classroom. Students will gain an understanding of the foundations of art education; plan, organize, deliver, and assess an art education program; study methodology for integrating art with other content areas; and explore and implement safe instructional practices and safety standards for the teaching of art. Prerequisite: Art major or permission.
ART 321-322 Ceramics (3) (3)
Advanced work in ceramics with emphasis on challenges of glazing. Prerequisite: ART 221-222.
ART 325 Art in Secondary Schools (2)
A seminar and studio for art majors seeking certification to teach art in the public schools (K-12). Emphasis is placed on the use of various materials and techniques including drawing and painting, printing, ceramics and fiber arts, photographic projects, and three-dimensional art. The course explores curriculum development for the K-12 classroom. Students will gain an understanding of the foundations of art education; plan, organize, deliver, and assess an art education program; study methodology for integrating art with other content areas; and explore and implement safe instructional practices and safety standards for the teaching of art. Prerequisite: ART 310, 315, 320 and enrolled in professional term, or permission.
ART 326 Art in Elementary Schools (3)
A foundation of art education course exploring problems related to the teaching of art in the elementary (including early childhood K-3) and middle grades, emphasizing various materials and techniques, including fiber art, photography projects, printing, drawing and painting, and three-dimensional art. Prerequisite: Elementary Education major and enrolled in professional term.
ART 357 Illustration II (3)
A course exploring the creative interaction between visual imagery and texts through projects in black and white, as well as color, using various traditional and digital media. Students will submit a portfolio of work for evaluation. Prerequisite: ART 256.
ART 358 Arts, Issues, and Controversies (3)
The study of the interplay within the arts and the role they play in ideology, politics, propaganda, and moral issues. Consideration is given to issues of patronage, advertising, eroticism and pornography, religion, and the visual images of popular culture. Students will be able to articulate the role of the visual arts in society and relate how images serve and challenge dominant human institutions. Prerequisite: Junior standing or three previous credits in Art History. Offered alternate spring terms.
ART 401-402 Painting (3) (3)
Advanced studio work for art majors with attention given to problems of presentation and exhibition of paintings. Prerequisite: ART 301-302.
ART 403 Graphic Design III (3)
An emphasis on the application of graphic design principles and relevant software programs to animation, multi-media, and interactive visuals. Students learn the relationships between traditional cell animation and computer
animation and develop technical skills to integrate media into animated imagery. Finished productions will be saved in a disk portfolio for evaluation. Prerequisite: ART 304.
ART 404 Advanced Graphic Design Studio (3)
The creative exploration of digital and traditional media in accordance with the individual student’s long-term goals and interests. Advertising, game design, web site design, “fine arts” applications, illustration, book design, and animation are among the options for student exploration. Finished works will be saved in a disk portfolio for evaluation. Prerequisite: ART 403.
ART 407 Advanced Drawing (3)
Continued exploration of drawing problems with emphasis on developing a mature command of drawing techniques in a specialized medium. Prerequisite: ART 307.
ART 421 Art Internship (0-12)
On-the-job experience in art. Prerequisite: CED 205 or permission. (Pass/Fail)