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ART-101 Art Appreciation, 3 cr.
Introduces art as a visual language, along with the methods and
materials used. A brief art survey is also included, with the
intent of helping the student become more informed about the
visual arts.
ART-110 Contemporary Art and Issues, 3 cr.
Contemporary Art and Issues is a history of visual arts course
from 1940 to the present. Lives, careers, achievements and
controversies of artists and the art world will be investigated.
Special attention will be given to women in the arts and
multiculturalism in the arts. Discussion of current and possible
future trends will also be covered.
ART-121 2-D Design, 4 cr.
The fundamentals needed to build effective two- and
threedimensional designs. The plastic elements of art along with
the principles of organization will be introduced through a
variety of hands-on experiences.
ART-124 Computer Art, 3 cr.
A studio-oriented course designed to use the computer as a tool
for creating two-dimensional imagery. Technology is now used
daily in the world of art including fine arts, graphic arts, and
more. Ideally, the student should have access to the all or some
of the following programs and peripherals: Microsoft Word,
Microsoft Paint, a digital camera or scanner. Other items that
could be utilized: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe PageMaker, Adobe
Illustrator, printer, and other software appropriate for art and
graphic design. In addition, the student should feel comfortable
sending images and files via email and the internet.
ART-127 Digital Illustration, 3 cr.
Introductory course using electronic media as applied to
specific problems in illustration, with an emphasis on preparing
images for output.
ART-133 Drawing, 3 cr.
For the beginning drawing student. A variety of approaches and
techniques will be used to develop and/or enhance the student’s
drawing skills. Exploration and experimentation with alternative
drawing materials and methods will be strongly encouraged and
supported.
ART-134 Drawing II, 3 cr.
Continuation and elaboration of ART-133. Prerequisite: ART-133.
ART-143 Painting, 3 cr.
The fundamentals of painting. A variety of painting media will
be used, including oil, watercolor and acrylic. Diverse subject
matter and approaches to painting will also be explored.
ART-144 Painting II, 3 cr.
Continuation of ART-143 with emphasis on a more personal
approach regarding technique and imagery. Prerequisite: ART-143.
ART-173 Ceramics, 3 cr.
A studio class providing exploratory experiences in forming,
firing, and decorating clay.
ART-174 Ceramics II, 3 cr.
Continuation of Ceramics I with an emphasis on the development
of a personal approach to form. Prerequisite: ART-173.
ART-206 Art History, 3 cr.
In-depth study of how art relates to a timeline, studying art in
chronological order from ancient Greece to the present. Explores
the connection between great works and the environments that
stimulated their creation.
ART-286 Photography: Portraiture, 3 cr.
Introduction to the art of portrait photography.
ART-928 Independent Study, 1 cr.
Instructor guided independent experiences in art. |
