The
primary aim of the art program is to develop the aesthetic awareness
and technical proficiency of the individual student in the visual arts.
The student who declares an art major can earn either the Bachelor of
Arts degree or the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. The B.F.A. is strongly
recommended for those students who plan to pursue graduate work in the
visual arts or who intend to enter into studio artist production.
The studio areas offered for concentration are drawing, painting,
printmaking, sculpture, weaving, ceramics and jewelry/metals.
Additionally, papermaking and special topics courses are available. The
art major may concentrate in one studio area or work in several areas.
In addition, the program offers a variety of studio and art history
courses for university students majoring in other fields.
Students who are working on the B.F.A. have the option of fulfilling
Goal 10B as is or substituting with an equivalent number of hours in
humanities classes. Please check with advisor for an approved list of
humanities courses for substitution.
For Art majors, Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements must be
met with courses outside the Department of Art and Pre-Architecture.
Admission
Departmental requirements are the same for both degrees. Students who
wish to declare a major in art must meet the following criteria:
1. Overall grade point average of 2.5.
2. Achieve a grade point average of 3.0 or higher
from completion of the foundation courses (ART 1100, 1103, 1104, 1105,
and 1106). Students who do not have a 3.0 grade point average in these
foundation courses may, with the approval of their advisor, appeal for
admission as an art major by submitting a portfolio for faculty review.
The student should consult his/her advisor for declaration of major
forms.
The Department of Art and Pre-Architecture will accept no D or F grades
for major and minor course work. Courses with D or F grades, including
art electives, must be repeated and a higher grade earned before a
student can qualify for graduation with a degree in art. Individual
Project courses (ART 3385) must be taken in the same medium when being
repeated to raise grade.
Prerequisites
Students who major in art must complete the foundation courses (1100,
1103, 1104, 1105, 1106) in sequence before enrolling in any 2000 level
or above studio courses. Creative Process 1103 must be taken before
enrolling in Creative Process 1104. Drawing 1105 must be taken before
enrolling in 1106. The student should take these five courses during
the freshman year. After completion and upon achieving a 3.0 in these
foundation classes, the student may formally declare as an Art major.
For Art majors, ART 1100 will be required prior to enrollment in 1101
and 1102. Non-majors may take studio courses/art history without the
foundation prerequisites. Note that ART 3310 Professional Practice and
Display requires at least 60 completed credits and is for declared art
majors.
Senior Presentation
During the last semester of the senior year the student must enroll in
Senior Presentation, ART 4494. As a requirement for graduation as
an art major, the student must present an exhibit of work, participate
in an oral review with faculty members, and write a statement that
addresses his/her development and growth as an artist/scholar.
Elementary and secondary art education majors should refer to
the Teacher Education Section of this catalog. Please note that
ART 3334, Secondary Art Methods, will be offered only at the
department's discretion (D). Summer school graduates must exhibit
during the spring semester preceding graduation. At least 36 of the
credits earned toward graduation must be in upper division courses
(3000 or 4000 numbers) and sixteen of these must be in Art.
Bachelor of Arts in Art
The Bachelor of Arts degree in art combines a liberal arts
education with a strong concentration in studio areas and art
history.
Required Courses
ART 1100 Survey of Art 3 cr
ART 1101 History of Western Art I 3 cr
ART 1102 History of Western Art II 3 cr
ART 1103 Creative Process 3 cr
ART 1104 Creative Process 3 cr
ART 1105 Drawing I 3 cr
ART 1106 Drawing II 3 cr
ART 4494 Senior Presentation 1 cr
IN ADDITION: Art electives 27 cr
TOTAL: 49 cr
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art
Students planning professional art careers in educational or studio
fields or who are planning to do graduate work in art are encouraged to
earn the B.F.A. degree.
Required Courses:
ART 1100 Survey of Art 3 cr
ART 1101 History of Western Art I 3 cr
ART 1102 History of Western Art II 3 cr
ART 1103 Creative Process 3 cr
ART 1104 Creative Process 3 cr
ART 1105 Drawing I 3 cr
ART 1106 Drawing II 3 cr
ART 2201 Intermediate Drawing 3 cr
ART 2231 Introduction to Printmaking 3 cr
ART 2241 Introduction to Painting and Composition 3 cr
ART 2251 Introduction to Metals/Jewelry 3 cr
ART 2261 Introduction to Weaving 3 cr
ART 2271 Introduction to Ceramics 3 cr
ART 2281 Introduction to Sculpture 3 cr
ART 3301 Anatomy Drawing and Painting 3 cr
ART 3310 Professional Practice and Display 3 cr
ART 4494 Senior Presentation 1 cr
IN ADDITION: Upper-division electives:
Studio electives 18 cr
Art history electives 6 cr
TOTAL: 73 cr
The Department offers two minors:
Art History, and
Studio.
Minor in Art History
The minor in art history allows university students to develop
their interests in the art of various cultures and periods.
Required Courses:
ART 1100 Survey of Art 3 cr
ART 1101 History of Western Art I 3 cr
ART 1102 History of Western Art II 3 cr
ART 3385 Individual Projects (Art History) 3 cr
ART 4422 World Arts 3 cr
Plus 2 of the following:
ART 4423 Nineteenth Century Art 3 cr
ART 4424 Twentieth Century Art 3 cr
ART 4425 Contemporary Art Forms 3 cr
ART 4426 Seminar in Art History 3 cr
TOTAL: 21 cr
Minor in Studio
Required Courses:
ART 1100 Survey of Art 3 cr
ART 1101 History of Western Art I 3 cr
OR
ART 1102 History of Western Art II 3 cr
ART 1103 Creative Process 3 cr
ART 1105 Drawing I 3 cr
In Addition: Select one course in each of the following
groups, and one additional elective (9 credits)
Two dimensional (2D):
ART 2231 Introduction to Printmaking 3 cr
ART 2241 Introduction to Painting and Composition 3 cr
ART 2261 Introduction to Weaving 3 cr
Three dimensional (3D):
ART 2251 Introduction to Metals/Jewelry 3 cr
ART 2271 Introduction to Ceramics 3 cr
ART 2281 Introduction to Sculpture 3 cr
TOTAL: 21 cr
Art Courses
ART 1100 Survey of Art 3 credits. A study of the elements of
visual art, various media and techniques of artistic expression, with a
brief historical overview. When appropriate, gallery tours and
presentations by visiting artists will be included. Satisfies Goal 6 of
the General Education Requirements. F, S, Su
ART 1101 History of Western Art I 3 credits. Study of the visual
arts from prehistoric to Gothic times and the cultural influences on
art forms. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F
ART 1102 History of Western Art II 3 credits. Study of the
visual arts from the Renaissance to the modern era with comparisons of
major movements. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education
Requirements. S
ART 1103 Creative Process 3 credits. A foundation course that
deals with the “vocabulary” of design and the basic
elements of art through a series of exercises in both black and white
and color and in two and three dimensions. F, S
ART 1104 Creative Process 3 credits. Use of design vocabulary in
the solution of specific 2 and 3 dimensional visual problems. Emphasis
shifts to the thought process–the formulation of ideas and
solutions and the implementation of concept and craft. PREREQ: ART
1103. F, S
ART 1105 Drawing I 3 credits. Introduction to the
fundamental skills of drawing, including composition, proportion,
light, gesture, and black and white media. Students will begin to
explore technical and conceptual approaches to drawing. May cover
still life, landscape, figure drawing. Investigate artists and
stylistic periods. F, S
ART 1106 Drawing II 3 credits. Continuation of ART 1105; refine
skills and further explore technical and conceptual approaches to
drawing. Introduction to color. Continue investigating historical
and contemporary artists. PREREQ: ART 1105. F, S
ART 2201 Intermediate Drawing 3 credits. Course designed to expand
the student’s creative range in subject matter and technique.
Includes studies in the historical importance of the drawing in art.
PREREQ: ART 1105 and ART 1106. S
ART 2202 Intermediate Drawing 3 credits. Further exploration in
drawing technique and theme. Also includes thorough experience with
varieties of drawing media and papers, both traditional and
contemporary. PREREQ: ART 2201. S
ART 2210 History and Appreciation of Photography 3 credits.
Discovery of the photographic process and its evolution to present.
Analysis of many recognized masters of photography. Cross-listed as MC
2210. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
ART 2231 Introduction to Printmaking 3 credits. Introduction
to one of several major print media—etching, lithography, relief,
collograph, monotype. Emphasis is on the learning of various technical
processes and their incorporation in the development of the
student’s imagery. F, S
ART 2241 Introduction to Painting and Composition 3 credits.
Introduction to methods, materials, and basic concepts of painting. F, S
ART 2243 Watercolor 3 credits. Beginning watercolor techniques,
color theory, traditional and contemporary subject matter. One field
trip required. D
ART 2251 Introduction to Metals/Jewelry 3 credits. Introduction
to jewelry and metalsmithing in various metals with emphasis on design,
basic technical processes and craftsmanship. F, S
ART 2261 Introduction to Weaving 3 credits. Procedures and
processes involved in dressing the loom. Production of various weaves
on the loom and experimentation with woven and constructed textiles. F,
S
ART 2271 Introduction to Ceramics 3 credits. Techniques of
forming ceramic art by coiling, slab construction, and throwing on the
potter’s wheel, with emphasis on form, glazing, and decorative
techniques. F, S, Su
ART 2281 Introduction to Sculpture 3 credits. Introduction to
various methods and materials of sculpture construction, including
additive, subtractive, manipulative, and substitution techniques.
F, S
ART 3301 Anatomy Drawing and Painting 3 credits. Course designed
for intense explorations of human form using both drawing and painting
media. Some studies in the historical position of the figure in art of
the present and the past. PREREQ: ART 1105 and ART 1106 or permission
of instructor. F
ART 3302 Advanced Anatomy Painting and Sculpture 3 credits. Further
work with human form using two and three dimensional format. PREREQ:
ART 3301 or permission of instructor. F
ART 3310 Professional Practice and Display 3 credits. Course will
prepare the student to present work professionally, and to explore
employment possibilities, grant writing, gallery maintenance, business
practices, and survival skills. PREREQ: 60 credits and declared Art
major. F
ART 3331 Intermediate Printmaking 3 credits. Individual work
within the media of one’s experience or introduction to a new
print medium. Students will be exposed to new techniques and processes
including those used in color printing. PREREQ: ART 2231. F, S
ART 3332 Intermediate Printmaking 3 credits. Individual work
within the media of one’s experience or introduction to a new
print medium. Students will be exposed to new techniques and processes
including those used in color printing. PREREQ: ART 3331. F, S
ART 3334 Secondary School Art Methods 3 credits. Practical
techniques and philosophical approaches to teaching art in the middle
and high schools. PREREQ: 12 hours of studio classes. D
ART 3341 Intermediate Painting and Composition I 3 credits. Utilize
technical skills from ART 241. Emphasis on work ethic and conceptual
investigation. Actively research historical and contemporary artists.
PREREQ: ART 2241. F, S
ART 3342 Intermediate Painting and Composition II 3 credits.
Complete independent projects. Equal emphasis placed on
conceptual and technical development. High level of work ethic
and craftsmanship expected. Actively research historical and
contemporary artists. PREREQ: ART 3341. F, S
ART 3343 Intermediate Watercolor 3 credits. Further experiments
in opaque and transparent media, variety of supports and styles. One
field trip required. PREREQ: ART 2243. D
ART 3351 Intermediate Metals 3 credits. Experimental work.
Individual projects may include stone settings, enameling, angle
raising, procedure for hinges, anodizing, répoussé and
riveting. PREREQ: ART 2251. F, S
ART 3352 Intermediate Metals 3 credits. Experimental work.
Individual projects may include stone settings, enameling, angle
raising, procedure for hinges, anodizing, répoussé and
riveting. PREREQ: ART 3351. F, S
ART 3361 Intermediate Weaving 3 credits. Experimental work on
and off loom, fiber structures and dyeing. PREREQ: ART 2261. F, S
ART 3362 Intermediate Weaving 3 credits.. Experimental work on
and off loom, fiber structures and dyeing. PREREQ: ART 3361. F, S
ART 3371 Intermediate Ceramics 3 credits. Individual work.
Special projects may include glaze and clay technology, history of
ceramic art, work on the potter’s wheel and forming techniques.
PREREQ: ART 2271. F, S, Su
ART 3372 Intermediate Ceramics 3 credits. Individual work.
Special projects may include glaze and clay technology, history of
ceramic art, work on the potter’s wheel and forming techniques.
PREREQ: ART 3371. F, S, Su
ART 3381 Intermediate Sculpture 3 credits. Further explorations
in imagery and development of skills in sculptural media. PREREQ: ART
2281. F, S
ART 3382 Intermediate Sculpture 3 credits. Further explorations in
imagery and development of skills in sculptural media. PREREQ: ART
3381. F, S
ART 3385 Individual Projects 1-3 credits. Supervised research,
experimentation, or creative work in an art history subject or studio
area not listed in the regular offerings. Course may be repeated for up
to 6 credits. PREREQ: Permission of instructor or Department Chair. F, S
ART 3391 Papermaking 3 credits. History, fundamental techniques
of Western/Eastern papermaking based on traditional methods.
Traditional sheet forming, paper chemistry, pulp preparation, types of
nonadhesive book structures, history and terminology of book binding
PREREQ: 12 hours studio or permission of instructor. F
ART 4401 Advanced Study in Drawing 3 credits. Individualized
course-of-study designed to address drawing-specific concerns for
the advanced art student. Involves exploration of technical,
material, and/or conceptual possibilities inherent to drawing as an
independent medium. PREREQ: ART 2202. F, S
ART 4418 Art of the Book 3 credits. Expands the traditional idea of
book form with innovative structures and concepts. Textual and
nontextual formats and methods for generating ideas for works are
addressed. Traditional techniques for bookbinding will also be
included. Cross-listed as MC 4418. S
ART 4422 World Arts 3 credits. Study of the art produced in
cultures outside the western tradition. Topics include pre-Hispanic art
of Mexico, Central and South American art, East Indian art, and the art
of Africa south of the Sahara. AS
ART 4423 Nineteenth Century Art 3 credits. History of the visual
arts from the beginning of the 19th century up to the advent of
Expressionism. F
ART 4424 Twentieth Century Art 3 credits. History of the visual
arts from Expressionism to the present. S
ART 4425 Contemporary Art Forms 3 credits. The study of the major
developments of art as an expression of contemporary society. Emphasis
on art since 1950. PREREQ: ART 4423 or ART 4424 or permission of
instructor. D
ART 4426 Seminar in Art History 3 credits. Extensive reading and
discussion in art history and aesthetics under the supervision of the
instructor. May be repeated for up to 6 credits. D
ART 4431 Advanced Printmaking 3 credits. Advanced work in
printmaking. Choice of medium. PREREQ: ART 3332. F, S
ART 4432 Advanced Printmaking 3 credits. Advanced work in
printmaking. Choice of medium. PREREQ: ART 4431. F, S
ART 4441 Advanced Painting and Composition I 3 credits. Special
projects, individual experimentation and independent thinking.
Continued emphasis placed on conceptual and technical nature of work.
High level of work ethic and craftsmanship expected. Frequent readings
assigned. Continue artist research. PREREQ: ART 3342. F, S
ART 4442 Advanced Painting and Composition II 3 credits. Special
projects, individual experimentation, and independent thinking. Develop
a thorough understanding of conceptual and technical nature of work.
High level of work ethic and craftsmanship expected. Frequent readings
assigned. Continue artist research. PREREQ: ART 4441. F, S
ART 4451 Advanced Metals 3 credits. Experimental work.
Individual projects may include plastics, electroplating,
electroforming, advanced fabrication or raising techniques. PREREQ: ART
3352. F, S
ART 4452 Advanced Metals 3 credits. Experimental work.
Individual projects may include plastics, electroplating,
electroforming, advanced fabrication or raising techniques. PREREQ: ART
4451. F, S
ART 4461 Advanced Weaving 3 credits. Experimental work.
Individual projects may include on-loom and off-loom techniques, dyeing
processes, basketry, or multilayered fabrics. PREREQ: ART 3362. F, S
ART 4462 Advanced Weaving 3 credits. Experimental work.
Individual projects may include on-loom and off-loom techniques, dyeing
processes, basketry, or multilayered fabrics. PREREQ: ART 4461. F, S
ART 4471 Advanced Ceramics 3 credits. Individual projects may
include ceramic sculpture, mosaics or experimental problems in form and
techniques. PREREQ: ART 3371 or ART 3372. F, S, Su
ART 4472 Advanced Ceramics 3 credits. Individual projects may
include ceramic sculpture, mosaics or experimental problems in form and
techniques. PREREQ: ART 3371 or ART 3372. F, S, Su
ART 4473 Clay and Glaze Calculation 3 credits. Research in clay
bodies and glaze calculation. Development of formulas for
stoneware, whiteware and porcelain. Simple to complex glaze
calculation. Historical use of clays and glazes. PREREQ: ART 2271 or
permission of instructor. D
ART 4474 Kiln Construction 3 credits. Historical use and structure
of all types of kilns. Design and construction principles of kilns,
burner systems, and safety methodology. PREREQ: ART 3371 or permission
of instructor. D
ART 4481 Advanced Sculpture 3 credits. Experimental work with an
emphasis on scale and environmental problems. PREREQ: ART 3382. F, S
ART 4482 Advanced Sculpture 3 credits. Experimental work with an
emphasis on scale and environmental problems. PREREQ: ART 4481. F, S
ART 4490 Experimental Studio 3 credits. Class work will be in
two and three dimension, conceptual art, environmental art, performance
and multimedia modes. PREREQ: Three semesters of studio or permission
of instructor. D
ART 4491 Advanced Papermaking 3 credits. Further development of
topics from ART 3391. PREREQ: ART 3391 or permission of instructor. F
ART 4494 Senior Presentation 1 credit. A retrospective exhibit of
the student’s best work. This includes techniques of professional
presentation, posters and publicity. To be completed under advisor
and/or director, Davis Gallery. F, S
ART 4497 Workshop 1-2 credits. Workshops aimed at the development
and improvement of skills. Does not satisfy requirements for a major or
a minor. May be repeated. Graded S/U. D
Pre-Architecture Program
Affiliate Instructors: Christofferson, Hanson, Jenkins
The practice of architecture requires training in both aesthetic
concepts and practical knowledge. The pre-architecture program
satisfies both of these needs as well as provides the basis for further
professional education.
The basic courses in the sciences, mathematics, and design will serve
as a foundation upon which the student may build a professional
education and career. The program is designed to facilitate transfer to
the professional architecture program at the University of Idaho,
leading to the degree of Master of Architecture. The required courses
are as nearly as possible identical to those taken at the University of
Idaho during the first two years. By following this program, the
qualified student may transfer to the University of Idaho without loss
of credit. S/he would also be eligible to enter any accredited
architecture program. See the current University of Idaho general
catalog for further details.
Admission
Students who wish to declare a major in Pre-Architecture must meet the
following criteria:
1. Overall grade point average of 2.5.
2. Achieve a grade point average of 3.0 or higher from completion of
the following courses: ART 1105, ART 1106, and ARCH 1111.
Required Courses:
ARCH 1111-1112 Graphic Communications 4 cr
ARCH 2255-2256 Basic Architectural Design 6 cr
ARCH 2266 Materials and Methods 3 cr
ART 1100 Survey of Art 3 cr
ART 1103 Creative Process 3 cr
ART 1104 Creative Process 3 cr
ART 1105 Drawing I 3 cr
ART 1106 Drawing II 3 cr
MATH 1143 College Algebra 3 cr
OR
MATH 1147 Precalculus 5 cr
MATH 1160 Applied Calculus 3 cr
PHYS 1111 General Physics I 3 cr
PHYS 1112 General Physics II 3 cr
PHYS 1113-1114 General Physics Laboratory 2 cr
Upon completion of ARCH 2255-2256, pre-architecture students are
required to display a group exhibit of their work.
Architecture Courses
ARCH 1111 Graphic Communication 2 credits. Introduction to the
methods used in the preparation of design and presentation drawing
necessary in any design profession. F, S
ARCH 1112 Graphic Communication 2 credits. Continuation of
ARCH 111; practice with the methods used in the preparation of design
and presentation drawing necessary in any design profession. PREREQ:
ARCH 1111. F, S
ARCH 2204 Presentation Drawings 1-3 credits. Individual student
selected projects to develop techniques used for preparation of
display drawings. Emphasis on realism and value studies needed to
“sell” design concepts to a client. May be repeated for up
to 4 credits. D
ARCH 2255 Basic Architectural Design 3 credits. Introduction
to form, space, and systems of elementary architectural projects.
Course to consist of two three-hour studios per week. PREREQ: ARCH
1112, ART 1103 and ART 1104. F, S
ARCH 2256 Basic Architectural Design 3 credits. Continuation of
ARCH 2255. PREREQ: ARCH2 2255. F, S
ARCH 2266 Materials and Methods 3 credits. Material
characteristics from manufacture to construction use. Product
information and resource literature investigation. D
