32 courses with the subject ART, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
ART 200Art Appreciation
A study of the fundamentals of visual design, the materials and techniques by which they are made, and the principal forms of art developed by cultures both ancient and modern.
An examination of the principles, theories, and concepts of color and design and their application to two and three dimensional design. There will be formal exercises which are aimed at assisting the students in the development of sensitivity to color, composition, and form-making. Studio course. Three credits.
An examination of the principles, theories, and concepts of color and design and their application to two and three dimensional design. Formal exercises will assist the students in the development of sensitivity to color, composition, and organization of visual elements in two and three dimensional design.
A basic introduction to the software, lighting, equipment, materials, and techniques for producing good photographs, as well as the aesthetic concepts related to the art of photography.
ART 202 . Introduction to three-dimensional materials, techniques, and additive and subtractive sculptural processes.
ART 211Drawing I
This course explores basic visual concepts and materials traditionally associated with the art of drawing. It is an introductory course which places particular emphasis on perception. Students will be exposed to a number of traditional skills and ideas that have occupied artists throughout history. The class involves drawing from direct observation with an emphasis on accuracy of representation, space, freehand perspective, value contrast, and other basic techniques and concepts. The student is also expected to develop an artistic discipline and an understanding of the artist’s language. In addition to creating original drawings from life, there will be regular class critiques, reading assignments, and writing assignments.
PSY 100 . Art therapy uses creative expression to help people explore and transform feelings, thoughts, and ideas. It can help to process and cope with emotional issues as well as facilitate self-awareness, understanding, healing, and well-being, especially for people who find it difficult to talk about their thoughts and emotions. Through readings, group discussion, and art therapy activities, students will increase their understanding of the history, theory, practice, and applications of art therapy in various settings. Artistic talent or experience is not required for this course.
ART 217Philosophy of Art
An analysis of the principles involved in the description, interpretation, and evaluation of the arts and the relation of aesthetics to other aspects of philosophy. Three credits. Cross-listed with Philosophy 217. (Even Fall)
WRD 101 or ENG 131 . An analysis of the principles involved in the description, interpretation, and evaluation of the arts and the relation of aesthetics to other aspects of philosophy.
ART 221Painting I
This is a beginning level course designed to introduce the student to basic materials and painting techniques. Emphasis is placed on perception, observation, and expressivity. All paintings are produced from real life observation. In addition to creating original paintings from life, there will be regular class critiques, reading assignments, and writing assignments. The student is also expected to develop an artistic discipline and an understanding of the artist’s language.
ART 211 . This is an introductory course to the art of printmaking. Students will complete project work using the techniques of linocut, woodcut, drypoint, etching, engraving, and combined media. In addition to creating original prints, there will be regular class critiques, reading assignments, and writing assignments.
ART 225Ceramics
Introduction to the art of hand-building and wheel throwing, glazing, decorating, kiln construction, and firing techniques.
ART 202 An introduction to the standard industry software and vocabulary used in the Graphic Design field. Application of principles, theories, and concepts of color and design through basic software programs including but not limited to Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Dreamweaver, and Adobe After Effects/Flash. Hours: 4
ART 205 . Building on skills developed in ART 205, students will be required to work in either digital photography or film to propose and produce a cohere body of work based on theme, concept, or subject.
ART 311Drawing II3
Beginning studio course in the fundamentals of drawing the human figure. It will cover basic topics such as the structure of the human body, general proportions, and basic expressive considerations. Three credits. (Spring)
ART 202 and ART 211 . While continuing to build on technical skills acquired in Drawing I, students will focus on the fundamentals of drawing the human figure. This course will cover topics such as the structure of the human body, general proportions, and basic expressive considerations. All drawings will be completed from life, with the exception of anatomical studies from master works.
ART 321Painting II3
This course gives the student an opportunity for an in-depth exploration of new and novel ways of pictorial expression that incorporates unconventional techniques and materials. It explores a variety of media and subjects, including but not limited to the figure. Three credits. (Spring)
This course emphasizes the development of personal modes of expression in form and content. This course serves as a vehicle in the creation of a series of artwork ready for gallery representation and portfolio presentation. Three credits. (Even Spring)
ART 202 , ART 205 , and ART 302 A practicum course which includes the design and implementation of various graphic design problems including but not limited to layout, graphic creation, press preparation and web design through either real assignments or assignments that parallel the design field. Expectations in both timeline and quality.
WRD 101 or ENG 131 . This course provides a survey of Modern and Contemporary art movements and the practice of individual artists within those movements with emphasis on the theoretical and conceptual understanding of why and how artists make ART NOW.
The Studio Art Internships include a wide range of disciplines in the art field including but not limited to: Executive Assistant Internship, Collections Management/Database, Internship, Education Internship, Marketing /Community Relations Internship, Curatorial Internship, Exhibitions Assistant, Gallery Management/Design Assistant. Three or six credit hours as authorized by Program Coordinator
FAC 410 . In this senior-level course, students will work with a faculty mentor to finalize their portfolios, job search materials, or graduate school applications
ART 498 Students will continue their work in MUS 498, working with a faculty mentor and a faculty committee to complete their thesis or project. The course culminates in an oral presentation of their work.
