ART 102 Drawing 3 credits. Continuation of 101 with refining of skills and techniques. Additional problems in composition and subject matter. PREREQ: ART 101. F, S
ART 103 Creative Process 3 credits. A foundation course that deals with the "vocabulary" of design 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 104 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, the implementation of concept and craft. PREREQ: ART 103. F, S
ART 108 Introduction to the Visual Arts 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. F, S, Su
ART 201 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 101 AND ART 102. F, S
ART 202 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 201. F, S
ART 210 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 AMST 210 and M C 210. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
ART 215 Graphic Design 3 credits. Introduction to concepts and procedures of graphic design. Lectures, studio and computer exercises will explore issues and design for graphic media, typography, and design for the page. Cross-listed as M C 215. F, S
ART 221 Survey of Art 3 credits. Study of the visual arts from prehistoric times to the Renaissance and the cultural influences on art forms. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
ART 222 Survey of Art 3 credits. Study of the visual arts from the Renaissance to the contemporary era with comparisons of major movements. Satisfies Goal 6 of the General Education Requirements. F, S
ART 230 Introduction to Photography 4 credits. Function and use of the camera, darkroom. Fundamentals of composition and use of light. How photographs communicate. Laboratory required. Student must have own camera and supply film, paper and some chemicals. ART 210 recommended. Cross-listed as M C 230. F, S ART 231 Introduction to Printmaking 3 credits. Introduction to one of two major print medias, either etching or lithography. Emphasis is on the learning of various technical processes and their incorporation in the development of the student's imagery. F, S
ART 241 Introduction to Painting and Composition 3 credits. Introduction to methods, materials, and basic concepts of painting. F, S
ART 243 Watercolor 3 credits. Beginning watercolor techniques, color theory, traditional and contemporary subject matter. One field trip required. D ART 251 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 261 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 271 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
ART 281 Introduction to Sculpture 3 credits. Introduction to various methods and materials of sculpture construction, including additive, subtractive, manipulative, and substitution techniques. F, S
ART 301 Anatomy Drawing and Painting 3 credits. Course designed for intense explorations into human and animal anatomy 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 101 AND ART 102 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
ART 302 Advanced Anatomy Painting and Sculpture 3 credits. Further work in anatomical structure and form using two and three dimensional format. PREREQ: ART 301 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
ART 310 Professional Practice and Display 3 credits. Course will prepare the student to present work professionally, explore employment possibilities, grant writing, gallery maintenance, business practices, survival skills. PREREQ: DECLARED ART MAJOR AND COMPLETION OF 60 CREDITS. F, S
ART 331-332 Intermediate Printmaking 3 credits each. Individual work within the media of one's experience or introduction to a new print media. Students will be exposed to new techniques and processes including those used in color printing. PREREQ: ART 231. F, S
ART 334 Secondary School Art Methods 2 credits. Practical techniques and philosophical approaches to teaching art in the middle and high schools. PREREQ: 12 HOURS OF STUDIO CLASSES. F, S
ART 341-342 Intermediate Painting and Composition 3 credits each. Special projects and experimental individual work for advanced students. PREREQ: ART 241. F, S
ART 343 Intermediate Watercolor 3 credits. Further experiments in opaque and transparent media, variety of supports and styles. One field trip required. PREREQ: ART 243. D
ART 351-352 Intermediate Metals 3 credits each. Experimental work. Individual projects may include stone settings, enameling, angle raising, procedure for hinges, anodizing, repousse and riveting. PREREQ: ART 251. F, S ART 361-362 Intermediate Weaving 3 credits each. Experimental work on and off loom, fiber structures and dyeing. Cross-listed as HEC 361-362. PREREQ: 261. F, S
ART 371-372 Intermediate Ceramics 3 credits each. 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 271. F, S
ART 381-382 Intermediate Sculpture 3 credits each. Further explorations in imagery and development of skills in sculptural media. PREREQ: ART 281. F, S ART 385 Individual Projects 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 to a maximum of 6 credits. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR/ CHAIRPERSON. F, S
ART 397 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
ART 401 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 202. F, S
ART 405 Color Printing 4 credits. A darkroom oriented class teaching practical applications of color theory in printing color negatives and slides. Weekly shooting and printing assignments required. Cross-listed as M C 405. PREREQ: ART 230 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
ART 410 Advanced Photography 4 credits. Advanced black and white techniques including controlled printing techniques and the Zone System. Intensive criticism of work and encouragement of individuals' photographic growth. Cross-listed as M C 410. PREREQ: ART 230 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
ART 415 Advanced Graphic Design 3 credits. For students familiar with graphic design basics. Lectures and exercises explore concepts and procedures in publication design and production. Computer exercises focus on desktop publishing. Cross-listed as M C 415. PREREQ: ART 215. F
ART g422 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, and North American Indian art, Oceanic art, and the art of Africa south of the Sahara. F, S
ART g423 Nineteenth Century Art 3 credits. History of the visual arts from the beginning of the 19th century up to the advent of Cubism. F, S ART g424 Twentieth Century Art 3 credits. History of the visual arts from Cubism to the present. D
ART g425 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 g423 OR ART g424 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
ART g426 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 g431-g432 Advanced Printmaking 3 credits each. Advanced work in printmaking. Choice of medium. PREREQ: ART 331-332.F, S
ART g441-g442 Advanced Painting and Composition 3 credits each. Special projects and experimental individual work for advanced students. PREREQ: ART 341-342. F, S
ART g451-g452 Advanced Metals 3 credits each. Experimental work. Individual projects may include plastics, electro-plating, electroforming, advanced fabrication or raising techniques. PREREQ: ART 351 AND 352. F, S
ART g461-g462 Advanced Weaving 3 credits each. Experimental work. Individual projects may include on-loom and off-loom techniques, dyeing processes, basketry, or multilayered fabrics. PREREQ: ART 361 AND 362 OR HEC 361 AND 362. F, S
ART 465 Alternative Photo Processes 4 credits. Darkroom course teaching three 19th century printing processes. These processes teach the evolution of modern materials and color theory. Cross-listed as M C 465. PREREQ: ART 210 AND ART 230 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. F, S
ART g471-g472 Advanced Ceramics 3 credits each. Individual projects may include ceramic sculpture, mosaics or experimental problems in form and techniques. PREREQ: ART 371 OR 372. F, S
ART g473 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 271 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
ART g474 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 371 OR PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. D
ART g481-g482 Advanced Sculpture 3 credits each. Experimental work with an emphasis on scale and environmental problems. PREREQ: ART 381. F, S
ART g490 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 494 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