ARCE200: Ceramics: Pottery and Sculpture, Beginning I

Introduction to the development of works in clay, studio forming methods, clay compositions, glazing and firing, design/aesthetic/stylistic concerns, historical and contemporary ceramics. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Fine and Performing Arts. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARCE210: Ceramics: Pottery and Sculpture, Beginning II

Continuation of ARCE 200. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARCE 200.

ARCE300: Ceramics: Pottery and Sculpture, Intermediate

Continuation of ARCE 210. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARCE 210.

ARCE400: Ceramics: Pottery and Sculpture, Advanced

Continuation of ARCE 300. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARCE 300 or departmental approval.

ARCE450: Independent Study in Ceramics: Pottery and Sculpture

Topics for investigation selected with the approval of the instructor. May be repeated twice for a maximum of 9.0 credits. () 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARCE 300 or departmental approval.

ARDW200: Drawing, Beginning I

Basic elements of line, tone, composition, and perspective; exploration of traditional and experimental media and materials; and investigation of still life, landscape, life drawing, portraiture, and abstraction. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Fine and Performing Arts. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARDW201: Life Drawing, Beginning I

Structure and proportions of the human figure. Study of skeletal and muscular structure, the figure at rest and in motion, isolated and in a setting. Expressive as well as analytical approach to drawing. Exploration of traditional as well as current techniques and media. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Fine and Performing Arts. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARDW210: Drawing, Beginning II

Continuation of ARDW 200. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARDW 200.

ARDW211: Life Drawing, Beginning II

Continuation of ARDW 201. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARDW 201.

ARDW300: Drawing, Intermediate

Continuation of ARDW 210. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARDW 210.

ARDW301: Life Drawing, Intermediate

Continuation of ARDW 211. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARDW 211.

ARDW400: Drawing, Advanced

Continuation of ARDW 300. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARDW 300.

ARDW401: Life Drawing, Advanced

Continuation of ARDW 301. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARDW 301.

ARDW450: Independent Study in Drawing

Topics for investigation selected with the approval of the instructor. May be repeated twice for a maximum of 9.0 credits. () 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARDW 300 or departmental approval.

ARDW451: Independent Study in Life Drawing

Topics for investigation selected with the approval of the instructor. May be repeated twice for a maximum of 9.0 credits. () 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Departmental approval.

ARFD121: Foundations I: Concept, Process and Application

Students will be challenged and guided in the development of their critical and conceptualizing skills as they apply to art and design processes. Foundations I is a problem-solving course in which the student investigates the dynamic visual forces involved in composing in a variety of media. Students explore the interrelationships of composition, process, perception, and intent. Through the understanding of concepts, processes, and visual language, students broaden their skills in idea development, research strategies, and technical application. This course advocates and utilizes the model of a learning community to effectively introduce students to ideas, issues, and practices in contemporary art and design. Foundations I further connects creative research and practice to socio-political and cultural ideology, allowing students opportunities for integration of ideas outside the disciplines of art. This will be accomplished through lectures, exercises, student team assignments, discussion, and exploration in and outside of the classroom. This course is required during the first semester for all freshman and undergraduate transfer students majoring in BA Studio and BFA Studio. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARFD122: Foundations II: 2D Design

Foundations II introduces students to the principles of 2-dimensional design in a variety of media. Major principles covered include composition, line, shape, volume, movement, value, rhythm, repetition, variation, scale, size, perspective, proportion, texture, balance, unity, harmony, and contrast. The course content consists of a variety of projects focusing on critical, theory-based problem solving, together with lectures and demonstrations. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARFD123: Foundations III: Visual Organization - 3D Design

An introduction to the 3rd dimension of the world that we inhabit ("made" things, natural forms, and the occupation of space). Three-dimensional sensibility is progressively developed when basic components are manipulated by the effective use of direction, balance, axis, orientation, and relationship; in other words, organization (composition). Assignments in light, shape, shadow, depth, form, and movement are examined in a natural progression from 2D knowledge to 3D. Activities include lectures, conceptualization, observation, creation, discussion, and critical analysis for each project. The aesthetic consideration of materials and tools in this context add to the expressive output of three-dimensional study. The process may begin with concept, material or observation; it continues by way of lecture, demonstration, critical analysis and class discussion until each project is crafted to completion. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARFD 121.

ARFD124: Foundations IV: Figure Drawing

An introduction to drawing the human figure. Students in this course will spend the majority of their time drawing from live models in a studio setting. Most classes will follow the traditional figure drawing format of beginning with quick gesture drawings, with poses gradually increasing in length of time, and ending with a single sustained pose of an hour or more. The students will be introduced to a wide range of ideas, concepts, strategems, and materials related to the drawing of the human figure. Ideas and drawing approaches will be illustrated by looking at the visual examples of artworks by both past and present figurative artists. A brief historical overview of various visions of the human image will be presented, as will an introduction of human anatomy for artists. Concurrent with ideas about proportion, foreshortening, scale, and anatomical construct, ideas about line quality, chiaroscuro, and the figure in differing spatial constructs will be explored. Although weekly thematic ideas will be presented, most classes will include an interweaving and repetition of a wide range of concepts. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARFD 121.

ARFD125: Foundations V: Color, Light and Time

Color functions in many ways - as a visual phenomenon of light, as a perceptual occurrence, as a pigment with specific mixing properties, and as an element with powerful expressive and symbolic potential. It is important that artists and designers understand the principles and properties of color for use in their work in any medium. This course introduces students to the history, theory, and interdisciplinary use of color and color systems via lectures, demonstrations, and exercises. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARFD 121.

ARGD200: Graphic Design, Beginning I

Introduction to graphic design principles. This course is involved in taking basic design information and translating it into a graphic design context, with main emphasis on communicating original ideas in a creative manner. Projects deal with graphic design principles, i.e., visual communication of information, composition, color, type, illustration, materials and methods of graphic design. Introduction to critique and presentation, along with the principle of the designer/client relationship. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARFD 122.

ARGD211: Fundamentals of Adobe Creative Suite - Mac

A project and exercise-based approach to learning the programs used by graphic designers on Macintosh computers, covering the fundamentals of the latest versions of the Adobe Creative Suite series: Adobe Illustrator CS, InDesign CS, and Adobe Photoshop CS. These programs are prerequisite for all those interested in working within the design and publishing industries. The use of scanners for importing both art and text will also be investigated. Instruction in the course is tutorial-based, with supplemental lectures and demonstrations. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARGD280: Design in Visual Culture

This course traces the development of visual communication from the first cave paintings to the present day. Presentations cover a wide range of visual communication, from printed forms - books, posters, packaging, and advertisements - to electronic media - television, computers, and the Internet. Emphasis is placed on how cultural and technological developments have affected our viewpoints of the relationship and use of images and typography. This course utilizes Blackboard for weekly quizzes and exams. (3 hours lecture.) 3 sh.

ARGS260: Visual Arts Workshop

Selected studio topics which represent current concerns within the contemporary world of the visual arts. May be repeated for a maximum of 24.0 credits as long as the topic is different. () 1 - 12 sh.

ARGS280: Art Forum

A series of lectures/presentations by artists, critics, museum directors, art historians; and visits to museums and galleries. Introduces students to the creative process, philosophies of art, and the role of art in life. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (3 hours lecture.) 3 sh.

ARIL220: Illustration, Beginning I

A study of the major historical and contemporary themes of illustration and its influences. Through slide presentation the work of leading illustrators will be shown and discussed and the relationship between illustration and fine art will be explored. Illustration assignments will provide concrete experience of the related thematic issues and introduce formal approaches and relevant techniques. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARFD 122.

ARIL230: Illustration, Beginning II

Students learn illustrational concepts and techniques in the context of a variety of media. From storyboards for animation, TV and film, to digital illustration, to experimental image making for the music industry, this course focuses on materials & techniques as well as concept and composition. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARIL 220.

ARIL280: The World of Illustration and Animation

History of illustration/animation: Course begins with and overview of the history of illustration and animation and the convergence of the two. Emphasis will be on the various illustration and illustration/animation industries. Analytic discourse on concept and technique will be discussed. (3 hours lecture.) 3 sh.

ARMJ200: Metalwork and Jewelry, Beginning I

Introduction to metal working and jewelry techniques traditionally used in the shaping of useful articles. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARMJ210: Metalwork and Jewelry, Beginning II

Advanced design concepts and metalworking techniques. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARMJ 200 or ARID 111 or departmental approval.

ARMJ300: Metalwork and Jewelry, Intermediate

Traditional techniques, advanced design concepts and techniques. (1 hour lecture, 3 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARMJ 200 or ARMJ 210.

ARMJ400: Metalwork and Jewelry, Advanced

Coninuation of ARMJ 300. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARMJ 300.

ARMJ450: Independent Study in Metalwork and Jewelry

Topics for investigation selected with the approval of the instructor. May be repeated three times for a maximum of 9.0 credits. () 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARMJ 300 and departmental approval.

ARPA200: Painting, Beginning I

Exploration of painting media and modes of expression. Reading, gallery and museum visits. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Fine and Performing Arts. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARPA210: Painting, Beginning II

Continuation of ARPA 200. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPA 200.

ARPA260: Figurative Painting

Rendering the human figure and expressing creative insights into figurative painting. This course may be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPA 200.

ARPA300: Painting, Intermediate

Continuation of ARPA 210. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPA 210.

ARPA400: Painting, Advanced

Continuation of ARPA 300. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPA 300.

ARPA450: Independent Study in Painting

Topics for investigation selected with the approval of the instructor. May be repeated three times for a maximum of 9.0 credits. () 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPA 300 and departmental approval.

ARPA461: Painting the Environment

Interpretation of landscape as a unique source of pictorial ideas; the history of landscape painting. (2 hours lecture, 2 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPA 200.

ARPH200: Photography Beginning I: Contemporary Art Form

The essentials of the photographic process including developing, enlarging, and exhibiting. Trips, films, discussions, lectures, criticism and demonstration. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Fine and Performing Arts. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARPH201: Digital Photo and Imaging I

The objective of this course is to teach students basic digital photography and imaging tools. The class will learn how to operate a digital camera, flatbed and film scanners, photographic quality inkjet printers as well as Adobe Photoshop skills for basic digital darkroom techniques, image editing and manipulation. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Fine and Performing Arts. (2 hours lecture, 3.75 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARPH210: Photography Beginning II: Contemporary Art Form

The essentials of the photographic process including developing, enlarging, portfolio creation, exhibiting, trips, videos, discussion, lecture, critiques, and demonstrations. A continuation of ARPH 200, Photography Beginning Level I: A Contemporary Art Form. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPH 200.

ARPH211: Digital Photo and Imaging II

The objective of this course is to expand on the knowledge base learned from Digital Photo and Imaging I. The students will acquire a higher level of competency in operating a digital camera, utilizing digital photographic tools and operating output devices for printing. Students will be introduced to page layout software to produce multiple photographic sequences. (2 hours lecture, 4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPH 201.

ARPH260: Photography Transparency Materials

Control and manipulation of color and monochrome transparency materials. Emphasis on visual awareness, personal direction, and technical skills. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPH 200.

ARPH300: Photography Intermediate: Contemporary Art Form

Continuation of ARPH 210. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPH 210.

ARPH361: Special Process in Photography

Non-traditional light sensitive materials for use in the photographic image-making process. Extension of traditional boundaries of photography through new tools permitting greater image manipulation: gum bichromate, cyanotype, platinum, photo etching, and others. (6 hours studio.) 4 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPH 300.

ARPH400: Photography Advanced: Contemporary Art Form

Workshop, discussion, lecture, demonstrations, criticism; photography as an intensive learning experience; light sensitive materials, controls, photographic approach, selection, system and view camera. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPH 300.

ARPH451: Independent Study in Photography: Contemporary Art Form

Topics for investigation selected with the approval of the instructor. May be repeated three times for a maximum of 9.0 credits. () 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPH 300 and departmental approval.

ARPH462: The Color Print, A Contemporary Aesthetic Approach

Photographic and printing techniques for the color prints; history of color photographic print; museum and gallery visits. (6 hours studio.) 4 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPH 400.

ARPH463: Commercial Photography

Workshop and problem-solving of commercial applications in photography: view camera to 35mm, color and black and white materials, studio lighting, photo illustration, photo essay, marketing. Field trips, visiting professionals. (2 hours lecture, 2 hours studio.) 4 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPH 400.

ARPM200: Printmaking, Beginning I

Woodcut, screen printing and monoprints; etching, drypoint and lithography. Exploration of new and advanced techniques. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Fine and Performing Arts. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARPM210: Printmaking, Beginning II

Consideration of printmaking media; particular attention to the growth and development of art-making concepts as they relate to the printmaking processes. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPM 200.

ARPM220: Digital Printmaking, Introduction A

Intersecting digital technologies with traditional and new printmaking techniques, this course focuses on combining mixed media processes for the creation of hybridized images. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARPM260: Etching and Relief Printing

Drypoint, engraving, etching and major techniques like line and open bite, soft ground, stop out procedure, lift ground, mezzotint and aquatint. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPM 200.

ARPM261: Lithography

Chemicals, tools, materials and techniques of the process. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPM 200.

ARPM262: Screen Printing

Screen printing including miskit, tusche, glue, lacquer and stencil and photographic techniques. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARPM263: Book Arts Introduction

Book Arts is an introductory course involving the creation of handbound multi-signature books that incorporate both Eastern and Western approaches to design and format. The aesthetic quality of the artist book resides in its unique structure, visual narrative, continuum of tradition and diversity of materials. (3 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARPM300: Printmaking, Intermediate

Continuation of ARPM 210. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPM 210.

ARPM400: Printmaking, Advanced

Continuation of ARPM 300. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPM 300.

ARPM450: Independent Study in Printmaking

Topics for investigation selected with the approval of the instructor. May be repeated three times for a maximum of 9.0 credits. () 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPM 300 and departmental approval.

ARSC200: Sculpture, Beginning I

Sculptural concepts using materials like plaster, metal, plastics, stone and wood. Gallery and museum visits. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Fine and Performing Arts. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARSC210: Sculpture, Beginning II

The course will focus on the figure (working from life) with auxiliary experiences in mold-making and casting. The materials will be clay (plasticine), plaster and armatures. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Fine and Performing Arts. (6 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARSC220: Sculpture: Fabrication, Introduction A

Sculpture formed by constructive methods. Form and space relationships; a professional sequence of drawings, model building, testing of materials, joining methods, full-scale execution. Museum visits and reading assignments. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARSC221: Sculpture: Clay, Introduction A

The use of clay to create sculptural forms; emphasis on developing skills and strengthening understanding of sculpture as an art form. Finished works may be composed of fired clay or unfired clay or clay in combination with other materials. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARSC222: Sculpture: Metal Casting, Introduction A

Basic technology of metal casting in the lost wax process. Experimentation with the various materials related to the casting process; modeling, spruing and venting, investment of the model, burn-out of the mold, pouring the metal, cleaning, chasing and finishing the metal cast. Museum visits and reading assignments. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARSC223: Sculpture: Welding/Brazing Introduction A

Sculpture in metal realized through welding, brazing and soldering. Various metals used in a variety of processes to develop three dimensional works. Museum visits and reading assignments. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARSC224: Sculpture: Carving, Introduction A

Sculpture formed by the subtractive process of carving in wood and/or stone primarily; techniques of sharpening, making and maintaining tools. Museum visits and reading assignments. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARSC225: Metals: Introduction A

Production of sculpture through the casting or welding processes. With the permission of the instructor, a student may elect to concentrate in one of these areas throughout the semester, explore both approaches to metal sculpture or combine both processes in finished pieces. Slide lectures, critiques and visits to galleries and museums in New York. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 222.

ARSC226: Sculpture: Modeling/Casting, Introduction A

Forming by the additive process using one or more mold-making techniques; clay plaster, cement and plastics. Further modeling and casting processes. Museum visits and reading assignments. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

ARSC230: Sculpture: Fabrication, Introduction B

Continuation of ARSC 220. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 220.

ARSC231: Sculpture: Clay, Introduction B

Continuation of ARSC 221. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 221.

ARSC232: Sculpture: Metal Casting, Introduction B

Continuation of ARSC 222. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 222.

ARSC233: Sculpture: Welding/Brazing Introduction B

Continuation of ARSC 223. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 223.

ARSC234: Sculpture: Carving, Introduction B

Continuation of ARSC 224. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 224.

ARSC235: Metals: Introduction B

Continuation of ARSC 225. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 225.

ARSC236: Sculpture: Modeling/Casting, Introduction B

Continuation of ARSC 226. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 226.

ARSC300: Sculpture, Intermediate

Continuation of ARSC 200 and ARSC 210. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 200 and ARSC 210.

ARSC320: Sculpture: Fabrication Intermediate

Continuation of ARSC 230. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 230.

ARSC321: Sculpture: Clay, Intermediate

Continuation of ARSC 231. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 231.

ARSC322: Sculpture: Metal Casting, Intermediate

Continuation of ARSC 232. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 232.

ARSC323: Sculpture: Welding/Brazing, Intermediate

Continuation of ARSC 233. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 233.

ARSC324: Sculpture: Carving Intermediate

Continuation of ARSC 234. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPT 234.

ARSC325: Metals: Intermediate

Continuation of ARSC 235. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 235.

ARSC326: Sculpture: Modeling/Casting Intermediate

Continuation of ARSC 235. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 236.

ARSC400: Sculpture, Advanced

Continuation of ARSC 300. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 300 or permission of instructor.

ARSC420: Sculpture: Fabrication, Advanced

Continuation of ARSC 320. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 320.

ARSC421: Sculpture: Clay, Advanced

Continuation of ARSC 321. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 321 or permission of instructor.

ARSC422: Sculpture: Metal Casting, Advanced

Continuation of ARSC 322. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 322 or permission of instructor.

ARSC423: Sculpture: Welding/Brazing, Advanced

Continuation of ARSC 323. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 323 or permission of instructor.

ARSC424: Sculpture: Carving, Advanced

Continuation of ARSC 324. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 324 or permission of instructor.

ARSC425: Metals: Advanced

Continuation of ARSC 325. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 325 or permission of instructor.

ARSC426: Sculpture: Modeling/Casting, Advanced

Continuation of ARSC 326. May be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. (4 hours studio.) 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARSC 326 or permission of instructor.

ARSC450: Independent Study: Sculpture

Topics for investigation selected with approval of the instructor. May be repeated three times for a maximum of 9.0 credits. () 3 sh.

Prerequisites: ARPM 300 and departmental approval.