ART 100 Basic Drawing
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of drawing that emphasizes development of visual thinking by employing problem-solving techniques that use the right brain. Encourages both an objective approach to drawing what you see and creative ways of seeing so that each student develops his or her full artistic potential. An investigation into a variety of media with particular attention given to development of the skills needed to use them most effectively. Six studio hours a week. IAI: ART 904
ART 103 Computer Graphics
An introduction to the electronic generation of art using the Macintosh computer. A strong emphasis will be placed on the creative use of the software to solve a series of commercial and fine art problems. Basic, hands-on exercises will be completed in the generation of images as well as placement and incorporation of those images into the appropriate types of layouts. Six studio hours a week.
ART 212 3-D Design
A studio course exploring the fundamentals of the formal systems and basic elements of visual organization through three-dimensional design principles and theories using a variety of media. Studio-based courses include appropriate instruction in the health and safety issues relative to the methods of the course and the materials being used. Six studio hours a week. IAI: ART 908
ART 223 Beginning Photography
Introductory course stressing the fundamentals of black and white photography using an SLR camera. Emphasis is on the critical thinking required to plan, produce, and critique creative works of photographic expression. Relevant topics of aesthetic, historic, and critical issues will be addressed. Professional craftsmanship is stressed in all phases of the process. Students supply their own cameras, film, and photographic paper. Six studio hours a week. IAI: ART 917
ART 235 Beginning Metals/ Jewelry
A studio course introducing tools, materials, and fabrication methods of metals used in designing and creating small-scale forms. Studio-based courses include appropriate instruction in the health and safety issues relative to the methods of the course and the materials being used. Six studio hours a week. IAI: ART 915
ART 241 Beginning Ceramics
Comprehensive course in ceramics construction. Includes several hand building methods as well as the basic use of the potters wheel. Students learn different techniques of decoration and glazing. Emphasis is placed on craftsmanship and originality. Emphasis also on functional as well as sculptural work. Six studio hours a week. IAI: ART 912
ART 242 Intermediate Ceramics
A continuation of ART 241 with a concentration on improved craftsmanship, more complicated and advanced projects, and increased originality of the ceramics produced. Independent study encouraged as the student further learns glaze calculation, kiln design, and operation. Six studio hours a week.
ART 260 Beginning Painting
An introduction to basic painting techniques and color principles applied to the exploration of oil and/or acrylic painting media. Emphasis is on a creative approach to problem solving through directed work and individually selected style. Six studio hours a week. IAI: ART 911
ART 261 Intermediate Painting
A continued development of the expressive skills and painting problems. Further work in the technical skill and critical thinking required to produce creative paintings. Six studio hours a week.
ART 282 Intro to Visual Art
Introductory course for non-art majors that investigates the meanings, methods, media, and approaches to art through the study of painting, sculpture, architecture, photography, printmaking, and the crafts. Designed to encourage understanding and enjoyment of the products as well as appreciation of the process needed by artists to develop creative visual images. Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: F2 900
ART 291 Art History 1
A survey of the history of art and architecture from prehistoric times to 1400 A.D. Slide lecture and discussion will focus on societies in the Near East, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Europe. Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: F2 901, ART 901
ART 293 Art History III
A survey of the history of art and architecture from 1800 A.D. to the present. Slide lectures will focus on the art of Western Europe and America since the early 19th century. Three hours lecture/discussion a week. IAI: F2 902, ART 903
ART 299 3-D Materials and Forms
Topics will vary each semester. Possible course offerings will be portfolio development, the management of an art gallery, book and paper arts, or other specialized areas of interest in the studio arts. Variable hours, 1-3 contact hours a week. Repeatable three times as topics change.
(If you took these classes, feel free to share your experiences in the comment section. Otherwise, keep in touch and have a great Summer of Art, Trips, Concerts, Pools, Internships, Jobs, etc!)
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