18 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 1003Ceramics I3
Ceramics I is an introduction to studio ceramics. Students will learn the basics in building forms, simple glaze application, different kilns used and different firing techniques. Covered topics will include historical and contemporary ceramics with a special focus on Arkansas ceramics. Students will have a series of “hands-on” assignments given for the purpose of developing skills in various forming methods. This class is meant to be a foundation for further exploration into ceramics. Course Level Objectives
A study of the creative process and the structure of two-dimensional art forms and their relationship to our environment. Specific problems will focus on line, shape, color, space, and texture. Course Level Objectives
Introduction to drawing with specific emphasis on seeing, hand-eye coordination, and basic techniques. The figure and still-life subjects will be stressed. Lab Fee. Course Level Objectives
Drawing predates writing as a method of personal communication. This course aims to broaden the student's concepts about the art-making process and creative problem solving. As many different drawing mediums are explored as possible in this project-oriented studio class. Fundamental design components of line, form, space, texture and color are evaluated through individual or class critiques. The concept of learning how to see is 91
A survey slide lecture course which exposes students to a broad overview of the history of art, its purpose, and its function. Emphasis is placed on the following cultures: Prehistoric, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Pre- Columbian Islamic, and Early Christian art.
A survey slide lecture course which is a chronological continuation of Art History 133. The student is introduced to the following periods of art: Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and the art of the modern world which includes: Romanticism, Impressionism, and art of the 20th century. Art History 133 is not a prerequisite for this course.
Exposure to various traditional, contemporary, and experimental approaches in developing literacy in the language of three-dimensional form in this studio course. Students gain technical skills and confidence while working with materials such as clay, wood, plaster, wire and plastics. Students are exposed to various hand and power tools. This course is designated as an elective.
Digital Skills teaches necessary foundational tools used in digital design. Students will become familiar with the file management system, peripherals, and the network within the studio. Students will work with two main software tools: Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop. During this semester, demonstrations on the use of Illustrator (a vector graphics program) and Adobe Photoshop (a raster graphic program) will be offered. There will be a variety of exercises and projects involving their use. The projects for this course will focus of the Principles of Design as a backbone for compositions. Craftsmanship and professional presentation of work will also be important. All projects will require work in class and outside of class using a sketchbook as well as a computer. Toward the end of the course, the creation of a web gallery of student work will be discussed. Course Level Objectives
This course is designed to analyze the structures, functions, styles, and mediums of the visual arts as they relate to and influence contemporary life. This is NOT an art history course. It is a “hands-on” course in which students will be expected to participate in the exploration of art definitions and the use of art foundations with their appropriate grammar and philosophies. Course Level Objectives
Independent study in specialized areas of art as discussed in advance between the instructor and the student. Such areas may be historical or studio oriented. Development of a personal statement will be emphasized. The course constitutes a credit hour above and beyond the degree requirements of all degree tracks.
Introduction to painting from painting surface to special techniques. Specific projects will deal with still-life, landscape, abstraction, and self-portrait. Oils, acrylics, or watercolors may be used.
Designed for the prospective teacher. A study of the creative growth of children, methods and techniques for directing an art program in the public schools, with emphasis on art and its relationship to the child. Education methods courses for Arkansas State Teacher Certification will not be offered for home study credit in the Division of Communication and Arts.
This course introduces the language of painting and the use of various painting materials. Emphasis is placed on the understanding and use of various painting techniques, media, and color principles. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate competence in the use of creative processes directed toward the development of expressive form. This course is designated as an elective.
This is a foundational course in three-dimensional design. This course is intended to give students a fundamental basis for applying the Elements of Art and Principles of Design within three-dimensional art making. The emphasis will be on three-dimensional construction as an introduction to sculpture. The course materials will encourage the design student to creatively combine personal narrative with a successful solution of each 3-D project assignment. Emphasis will be placed on vocabulary and design concepts evaluated through tests, techniques, active participation in class critiques, discussions, and class work sessions. Students will be assigned five projects and will have three weeks to complete each construction. On each assignment due date, there will be a class critique in which students will discuss their decisions and their processes.
Exposure to basic techniques which produce functional pottery. This course provides an introduction to three- dimensional design principles using the medium of clay. Emphasis is placed on fundamentals of forming, surface design, glaze application, and firing. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in slab and coil construction, simple wheel forms, glaze technique, and creative expression. This course is designated as an elective.
