ART 1010 3 credits Drawing I: Basic Drawing
Introduction to the basic problems of composition and representation of drawing using a variety of professional media and techniques.
Components: Lecture
ART 1230 3 credits Art and Children's Literature for Teachers
Children's development in art from birth through elementary school level; basic theories and practice for presenting art understanding and activities in the classroom. Using literature and illustration as the context for teaching art and teaching with art. (Not for art majors)
Components: Lecture
GE: Fine Arts
ART 1240 3 credits Art and Social Studies for Teachers
Focus on art in the classroom. Children's development in art and uses of materials appropriate for children through elementary. Assignments and projects will make use of the content of social studies and multiculturalism.
Components: Lecture
GE: Fine Arts
ART 1410 3 credits Painting I: Beginning Painting
Preparations for painting stressing the tools, techniques and principles of painting.
Components: Lecture
ART 1420 3 credits Basic Design I: 2-D
Introduction to the elements and fundamental concepts of two dimensional visual arts. For first year art majors.
Components: Lecture
ART 1520 3 credits Basic Design II: 3-D
Introduction to the elements of three dimensional visual arts. For first year art majors.
Components: Lecture
ART 1630 3 credits Lettering and Typographical Design
The fundamentals of lettering, typography and typographic design as an art form. Emphasis on the origins and history of the alphabet, type, and their relationship to art and communication. Practice in the structure of letters, designing with type, and the word as a means of visual communication.
Components: Lecture
ART 1740 3 credits Introduction to Digital Media
Introduction to and exploration in Macintosh computer graphics art media; specifically drawing, painting, page layout, and image manipulation applications used in other art courses. Basic computer art terminology and principles are introduced through class lectures with corresponding assignments given. Introduction to computer art hardware and peripheral devices. Lecture and studio course instruction format.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 1420 and ART 1520
ART 2140 3 credits Art History I: Ancient and Medieval
The history of western art from ancient times through Gothic period.
Components: Lecture
GE: Fine Arts
ART 2210 3 credits Art History II: Renaissance to 1879
The history of art from the Renaissance to the beginning of Realism in the 19th century.
Components: Lecture
GE: Fine Arts
ART 2240 3 credits Illustration I
Exploration of various basic illustration media and techniques. Includes skill, visualization and conceptualization development as well as investigations of relationship between illustration, as an individual art form, and graphic design applications.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 1420 and ART 1520
ART 2310 3 credits Drawing II: Styles
The study of various methods of visual representation exploring the stylistic possibilities of textures, contours and linear pattern.
Components: Lecture
P: ART 1010
ART 2330 3 credits Illustration II
Continued investigations of various illustration media and techniques, as well as exploration of additional media. Includes further conceptual and skill development of illustration methods as an art form and investigations of the relationship between illustration and graphic design applications.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 2410 and ART 2240
ART 2410 3 credits Painting II: Intermediate Painting
Examines the use of paint as a vehicle to further the formal, conceptual and expressive goals of the artist. Elements of design are investigated within a broad range of thematic assignments.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 1410 and ART 1010
ART 2430 3 credits Art Survey
A general introduction to the visual arts, including art history, basic principles of design, and the role of creative art both for the individual and in society. Designed to provide guidance in understanding art of all periods and places. (Not for art majors)
Components: Lecture
GE: Fine Arts
ART 2500 1 - 3 credits Topics in Art
The study of selected topics common to visual art discipline s. The topic to be covered will be identified in the course title.
Components: Lecture
ART 2510 3 credits Sculpture I: Basic
Introduction to the concepts and media of three dimensional art.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 1520
ART 2520 3 credits Ceramics I
Hand and wheel methods in clay production, glazing and firing.
Components: Lecture
ART 2620 3 credits Ceramics II
Continuation of Art 2520, stressing use of the pottery wheel.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 2520
ART 2710 3 credits Graphic Design I: Lettering and Typographic Design
Introduction to the art and techniques of typographical design and applications to graphic design.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 1420
ART 2730 3 credits Art History IV: Ethnic Art in the United States
Course explores influences of a variety of cultures on art of present-day America. The focus is on the art of Africa, Mexico and Native America and on contemporary artists whose work grows out of those and other traditions.
Components: Lecture
Cross Offerings: ETHNSTDY 2730
GE: Ethnic Studies, Fine Arts
ART 2740 3 credits Graphic Design II: Introduction to Design Studio
Introduction to studio techniques and concepts for graphic design based on exploration of formal values in design and their relation to advanced visual communication applications.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 2710 and ART 1740
ART 2750 3 credits Native American Art
Art of various culture groups of American Indians, ranging from the Inuit of the far north to tribes and nations of the southwest. Ancient and traditional art forms will be studied as well as history of art in times of culture contact and conflict, continuing through work created by contemporary tribal artists informed by those traditions.
Components: Lecture
Cross Offerings: ETHNSTDY 2750
GE: Ethnic Studies, Fine Arts
ART 2920 2 credits Crafts I: Fibers and Fabrics
Construction using fiber and fabrics; fabric making, and decorating; weaving, printing and related media.
Components: Lecture
ART 3020 1 - 3 credits Studies in Art I
Concentrated study in the specific area of studio, which is indicated in the current class schedule. May be repeated under different headings.
Components: Lecture
ART 3030 3 credits Studies in Art II
Concentrated study in a specific area of art which is indicated in the current class schedule. May be repeated under different headings.
Components: Lecture
ART 3220 3 credits Printmaking I
Printmaking One is designed for studio art majors, art education majors, graphic design majors, communication technology majors, and anyone interested in learning the techniques and skills of printmaking within a fine art context. The course is designed to accommodate beginning to intermediate levels of printmaking.
Components: Laboratory, Lecture
ART 3310 3 credits Drawing III: Figure Drawing
Drawing the human figure with emphasis on anatomy, structure, composition, and form.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 1010 and ART 2310
ART 3320 3 credits Printmaking II
Printmaking Two is designed for studio art majors, art education majors, graphic design majors, communication technology majors, and anyone interested in learning the techniques and skills of printmaking within a fine art context. This course expands upon the techniques learned in Print Making One (ART 3220) and allows the student to develop areas of interest more thoroughly.
Components: Laboratory
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 3220
ART 3340 3 credits Art History III: Modern
The history of modern art from Realism to the present showing the development of the important ideas and styles in art and architecture.
Components: Lecture
GE: Fine Arts
ART 3440 3 credits Painting III: Figure Painting
Painting III explores the human figure in form, proportion and anatomy in studio. Students study action, volume, scale, design and expressive potential of human form. Formal aspects of painting are studied through intensive observation of live models.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 2410 and ART 3310
ART 3510 3 credits Sculpture II: Intermediate
Sculpting heads of humans, animals and aliens to experience clays, conditioning clay, camera, calipers and ruler, measurement charts, modeling tools, hollowing out tools, armatures, turntables, sculpture stand, kiln and patina.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 2510
ART 3530 3 credits Art History V: Far Eastern Art
A survey of the art of China, India and Japan.
Components: Lecture
GE: Fine Arts, International Education
ART 3610 2 credits Crafts II: Jewelry
Basic techniques in jewelry design and production.
Components: Lecture
ART 3740 3 credits Graphic Design V: History and Systems
A history of graphic design in the visual arts, the role of the graphic artist and designer, and practical experience in the use of the design systems.
Components: Lecture
ART 3800 3 credits Ceramics III: Advanced
Advanced work in clay construction, stressing individual projects.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 2520 and ART 2620
ART 3910 3 credits Graphic Design III: Advanced Typography
Advanced studies into the art and techniques of typographical design and applications to graphic design. With the further exploration of typographical elements and their use in effective visual communication, students will continue to develop their visual communication skills.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 2710 and ART 2740 and ART 1740
ART 4030 3 credits Graphic Design IV: Advanced Graphic Design Studio
Continuation of studio techniques and advanced concepts for graphic design based on further exploration of formal values in design and their relation to advanced visual communication.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 2740
ART 4230 3 credits Theory of Art
A survey of the theory of art with an emphasis on contemporary ideas.
Components: Lecture
GE: Fine Arts
ART 4310 3 credits Drawing IV: Intermediate Drawing
Drawing IV students will learn to expand visual awareness and develop their control of drawing as a tool for research and invention. Drawing problems from simple structural analysis to more sophisticated exploration of subject matter and finally to individual interpretation. Drawing media applications and exercises are expanded in this intermediate level class.
Components: Lecture
P: ART 3310
ART 4340 3 credits Drawing V: Perspective Drawing
Detailed studies of ways in which principles of perspective are used to represent objects in space.
Components: Lecture
ART 4400 3 credits Painting IV: Advanced Painting
A continuation of ART 2410 and ART 3440.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 3440
ART 4460 3 credits Painting VI: Watercolor
An introduction to various methods of water color painting.
Components: Lecture
ART 4510 3 credits Sculpture III: Advanced, Materials and Techniques
Advanced work in sculpture with special emphasis on the casting of metal sculpture and foundry methods, techniques and preparations for casting.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 2510 and ART 3510
ART 4530 3 credits Art Education I: Elementary and Middle School Methods
Teaching of art on the elementary and middle school level. A study of physical plants, supplies, and unit plans. (For students majoring in art education)
Components: Lecture
ART 4630 3 credits Art Education II: Middle and High School Methods
A continuation of Art 4530 with an emphasis on the teaching and supervision of art in middle and high school. (For students majoring in art education) Should be taken simultaneously with Teaching 3910.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: junior standing
ART 4640 3 credits Drawing VI: Advanced Drawing
Advanced problem-solving in drawing requiring high degree of visual refinement with emphasis on understanding media potential. Use of still life and figure forms in studio. Further investigation of principles concerning complex forms and light with the use of advanced media. Independent studio work component.
Components: Lecture
GE: Fine Arts
P: ART 2310
ART 4660 1 - 8 credits Cooperative Field Experience
Enhancement of the educational experience through placement of a student with a cooperating agency, business, industry or institution. The nature of the assignment, type of experience, number of credits and evaluation procedure to be stipulated in a statement of agreement (learning contract) between the student and department.
Components: Field Studies
ART 4800 3 credits Painting V: Materials and Techniques of Painting
Technical exploration of art media and materials used in painting and drawing applications. Traditional and contemporary methods for creating art media and tool use. Conservation and restoration issues investigated. Lecture and studio assignment instruction format.
Components: Lecture
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 1720 and 4 credits in 3000 or above level art courses
ART 4810 2 - 3 credits Independent Work in Crafts
Independent creative work in craft areas chosen by the student.
Components: Independent Study
ART 4820 2 - 3 credits Independent Work in Design
Advanced work on design projects chosen by the student.
Components: Independent Study
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 1420 and ART 1520
ART 4830 2 - 3 credits Independent Work in Printmaking
Advanced work in printmaking media elected by the student.
Components: Independent Study
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 3220
ART 4840 2 - 3 credits Independent Work in Drawing
Drawing as an independent creative medium.
Components: Independent Study
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 2310
ART 4850 2 - 3 credits Independent Work in Ceramics
Advanced work on projects chosen by the student.
Components: Independent Study
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 3510
ART 4860 2 - 3 credits Independent Work in Painting
Advanced painting in media elected by the student.
Components: Independent Study
Prereqs/Coreqs: 6 credits in painting and ART 2410
ART 4870 2 - 3 credits Independent Work in Sculpture
Advanced work on sculpture projects chosen by the student.
Components: Independent Study
ART 4880 2 - 3 credits Independent Work in Sculpture Casting
Advanced work on sculpture projects chosen by the student.
Components: Independent Study
ART 4890 2 - 3 credits Independent Study in Art History
Independent research on specialized problems.
Components: Independent Study
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 2140 or ART 2210
ART 4900 2 - 3 credits Independent Study in Art Education
Independent research on problems in art education. For students majoring in art education.
Components: Independent Study
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 4530 and ART 4630
ART 4930 2 credits Presentation and Marketing
The basic goals of the course are to provide an understanding of the proper presentation of two and three dimensional art work as well as introduce students to marketing techniques.
Components: Lecture
ART 4950 1 credit Senior Art Show
This is a directed studies course for art majors and will meet as a seminar class four times during the semester.
Components: Seminar
Prereqs/Coreqs: ART 4930