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of four (4) hours of lecture/critique and two (2) hours of studio instruction.

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RAMS 101AH First-Year Seminar: Storytelling through Art History III-C ~ Page 254 ~

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(* Not required for Concentration in Graphic Design) ~ Page 247 ~

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One (1) of the following ceramics or sculpture courses:

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GRAPHIC DESIGN CONCENTRATION (UARD) Major Core requirements (9) and the following concentration requirements (8): Four (4) courses in Studio Art:

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One (1) course in Art History from the following:

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STUDIO ART CONCENTRATION (UARG) Major Core requirements (10) and the following concentration requirements (7): Five (5) Studio Art Electives 200-level and above Note: no more than three (3) Studio Art Electives may be at the 200-level One (1) course in Art History:

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One (1) course in Art History:

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One (1) course in Art History:

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An Art major or minor with demonstrated ability may pursue a project or subject area of their own interest, under the guidance of a member of the Art Department faculty. The student must submit a written proposal to the faculty member who has agreed to be the advisor. A student may take more than one independent study. Limited to juniors and seniors.

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Choose one (1) in Art History from the following:

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A study of the methods and techniques of sequential narration within the contemporary art forms of comix and graphic novels. The focus of this course is on the development of a personal vision in the crafting of illustrated stories. Students are exposed to a variety of media possibilities while exploring the dynamics of pacing, framing, and the interaction of text and image.

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Drawing I.

An intensive study of the human figure and anatomy for artists. The course combines traditional life drawing from observation with exercises and assignments that emphasize the expressive interpretation of the human figure.

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An exploration of painting principles and techniques which is designed to strengthen the individual students’ awareness of the history of the craft of painting while exposing the student to contemporary styles and ideas about visual art production. Students work toward developing their own styles and expressive objectives.

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A study of intaglio printmaking techniques including drypoint, engraving, mezzotint, etching, aquatint, sugarlift, open bite, spit bite, and single and multiplate color printing. Students explore the creative possibilities of these techniques and develop a portfolio of color and black and white intaglio prints.

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Designed for art and non-art students who are interested in designing artwork on the computer. Students learn two main programs, Painter and Photoshop, using the Mac computer for painting, drawing, watercolor and image collage on paper. Students are also exposed to mixed media and simple computer animation (formerly Computer Applications for Artists). ~ 88 ~

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An introduction to the art of children’s book illustration. Students work from existing, revised, or self-authored texts in the creation of narrative imagery. This course leads students through the artistic process, from initial character development and concept sketches, to dummy books, finished illustrations, and the placement of image and text. In classroom exercises, students are introduced to various wet and dry media including acrylic, colored pencil, and collage. Additional topics include the development of individual voice for picture book illustration and illustrating for a particular age group.

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An introduction to basic techniques in both hand building and wheel-working. Students begin to explore ways to make their work more personal by combining technical skills with form and concept. Emphasis is placed upon the student’s ability to conceive three-dimensional forms and execute them skillfully in space. Various methods of glazing and firing are addressed as they relate to student work on specific projects.

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An intensive introduction to working on the potter’s wheel. Students learn the basic techniques of centering, opening and raising the walls of pots. Once familiar with these techniques, students learn how to create such functional objects as plates, bowls, mugs, teapots, and other lidded vessels. The wheel is also considered as a tool for making more sculptural works. While being exposed to a full range of historical and contemporary pottery, students develop a professional sense of material, form and design along with methods of glazing and firing.

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An introduction to the seductive ancient painting technique of encaustic, a process where pigmented wax is fused to a painting surface by the means of heat. This type of painting is recognized for its visually resplendent surface and rich color, and has seen a resurgence in the past decade. Students explore the process involved in creating the translucent, luminous, and textured surfaces that can only be achieved through encaustic. Various approaches to working in this versatile and exciting medium are offered, including working on various grounds, collage, incising, extreme impasto, and layering.

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A studio art or art history course taught through an extensive field trip or series of field trips, in addition to more traditional methods of teaching. Students gain direct experience of art and architecture in its historic, social, and geographic contexts. The topics/locations may vary from year to year and are announced in the course schedule bulletin. This course, in a different topic/location, may be repeated for credit.

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A course that focuses on strengthening the students’ awareness of the history and techniques of watercolor and gouache while exposing students to contemporary styles and ideas about these media and aiding in the development of the students’ conceptual, technical and observational skills. Students concentrate on the essential elements of these media and their materials, methods, and craft. instructor.

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An introduction to the practical application of drawing and painting in communication design and narrative. Students employ a variety of materials used in magazine, book and product illustrations, including pen and ink, watercolor and dry drawing media. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

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An opportunity for the student to work within the rich and complex tradition of landscape painting, working from observation on location and in the studio. Students explore issues that affect the environment and look at artists who tackle the subject of the landscape from a critical perspective.

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A study of stone and plate lithography techniques including pencil, crayon, lithography tusche, copier transfers, gum stop-outs, and two-color and three-color printing. Students explore the creative possibilities of the medium by developing a portfolio of color and black and white lithographs. Emphasis is on the study of line, tone, shade texture, and color. Proper etching procedures and printing methods are developed throughout the course.

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An exploration of various printmaking techniques, including screen printing, monotype, relief printing, drypoint, etching, and collagraph. Emphasis is on understanding the social and artistic concerns of producing imagery in multiples. ~ 89 ~

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A study of woodblock relief printing techniques including black and white, reduction, multi-block, jigsaw, monotype/monoprint, and mixed media manipulations. Students explore the creative possibilities of medium by developing a portfolio of color and black and white woodcuts.

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An exploration of a specific medium, genre, and/or topic in studio art intended to expose students to a broad range of artistic sensibilities. The course is designed to enhance the creative, conceptual, and professional development of students through an exploration of various modes of artistic practice. Students work toward developing a body of work with emphasis on content and technique. Regular critique helps students develop the critical language necessary to discuss their work on a variety of levels. Contemporary issues in the visual arts are addressed, particularly as they relate to students’ work. This course, on a different topic, may be repeated for credit.

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An exploration of a specific genre or topic in the printmaking/book arts discipline. The course is designed to enhance the creative, conceptual, and professional development of printmaking majors. Students work toward developing a body of work with emphasis on content and technique. Regular critique helps students develop the critical language necessary to speak about their work on a variety of levels. Contemporary issues in printmaking are addressed, particularly as they relate to students’ work. This course, on a different topic, may be repeated for credit. TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

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An advanced drawing workshop in which students are encouraged to develop themes and explore stylistic possibilities. Students work with still life, the figure and abstraction in pursuing a more individualistic connection with drawing. A variety of media and methods are utilized.

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An advanced painting workshop in which students are encouraged to develop themes and explore stylistic possibilities. Students address technical and conceptual issues in painting through work with still life, figure, and abstract images. Throughout the course students are expected to pursue an individualistic connection with painting. instructor.

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Course description varies with experience. Advisor approval required.

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An advanced studio seminar for students in the Master of Education with a concentration in Art. As artists and teachers, students in this course continue to develop the body of work begun in the three studio art courses taken for this program. Seminar meetings incorporate traditional critiques and non- traditional approaches to examining works of art. Students are responsible for several short papers including an artist's statement, a narrative of the student's progress toward studio goals, and a reflective paper on the relationship between the student's studio experiences and his/her teaching practice. In addition, students prepare a final oral presentation on a curriculum initiative developed out of the seminar experiences. Prerequisites: Three (3) of the four (4) required studio art courses in the M.Ed. Art program. Open to students in M.Ed. with a concentration in Art only.

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