27 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.
The elements and principles of two-dimensional design: line, shape, form, value, texture, and space, with emphasis on problem solving and organization in a composition. Offered: fall
formerly AGD 2030 Emphasis on experimentation with design and materials as related to the exploration of volume and space in three dimensions. Projects involve sculptural objects and architectural and environmental design. Studio projects will be completed outside of class. Return to Table of Contents
The drawing fundamentals, introducing various media and techniques, with emphasis on the relationships and vocabulary of the formal elements of design in the organization of pictorial composition and critiquing process. Creative exploration is encouraged.
Exploration of the formal elements of art, color theory, and expressive properties of oil and acrylic techniques individually, in combination, and with textural surfaces. The course may be taken concurrently with ART 1020. Offered: fall and spring
Sculptural design with fundamental hand building techniques and properties of clay, concentrating on creative concepts based on the human figure; may include exploration of abstract forms. Students are encouraged to interpret their visual definition of the figure. The course emphasizes development of the relationships and vocabulary of three-dimensional design and the critiquing process. Includes techniques of relief, glazing, decoration, firing, and experimentation with added materials.
Fundamental hand building techniques and properties of clay with emphasis on the visual vocabulary of formal elements during the investigation of three-dimensional forms and critiquing process. Includes techniques of relief, glazing, decoration, firing, and creative experimentation with added materials.
Continuation of the drawing sequence with emphasis on creative pictorial organization. Prerequisites:
Lectures include a history of photography including a brief survey of motion picture and video techniques. Technical emphasis will be an introduction to digital photography, including the basic principles of photography (shutter speed, aperture, ISO) and digital equivalents of traditional darkroom processes and techniques. Photography projects will be existing/natural and continuous artificial (non- flash) light setups with concerns of expression, composition, creativity, and self-criticism. A DSLR (or larger format) digital camera required, minimum of 10 MP resolution. Camera must allow shooting in full manual mode. Students will be responsible for cost of camera, and Mac lab printing papers, to be detailed by instructor.
Extensive field and computer lab work with regular critiques. Advanced techniques--including but not limited to multi-exposure compositing and motion graphics--while developing individual creativity. Students will be responsible for the cost of DSLR camera and photo printing inkjet papers, to be detailed by instructor. Offered: as needed
Experimental investigation of non-traditional methods of drawing and extending traditional concepts of drawing beyond their parameters. Offered: as needed
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Relief printmaking processes, including woodcut, linocut, and other techniques.
Etching and engraving processes with emphasis on composition. Techniques include dry point, line etching, soft ground, lift ground, aquatint, and embossing. Small editions required. Offered: as needed
Emphasis on color multi-plate, viscosity, and stencil. Offered: as needed
For a printmaking concentration. Individual problem-solving, exploration of various concepts (e.g., forms and imagery), and development of a personal statement. Color printing required. Offered: as needed
Design and technical skills with emphasis on combining techniques, surface decoration in relation to form, originality, and creativity. Offered: as needed 154
Current trends and theories in art education investigating the role of art in society, the school curriculum, and child development, with emphasis on positive self-expression, creative thinking, and perceptual sensitivity. Lesson planning, student presentations and a wide variety of studio experiences, including photographic techniques and computer graphics. Grades P-12. The course includes one hour of lecture and three hours of studio. The course does not count toward a major or minor in studio art or design. Major costs for this course will include the purchase of a textbook, paint, brushes, paper, and other miscellaneous art supplies, which will be in the range of $500 or more. This course is only for art education majors. Offered: as needed
Allows advanced juniors and seniors to experiment in areas of special interest or in special topics not otherwise provided in the art curriculum. May combine several areas in which students have demonstrated proficiency. Involves a series of problems designed by the student in consultation with the instructor. A contract establishes responsibilities and credit hours. Two classroom contact hours required per each credit of work. Courses cannot be taken concurrently and cannot be repeated. Students enroll for a maximum of six hours per semester and a maximum of 12 hours overall. Offered: as needed
This course is a part of the B.A., B.F.A., and art education major requirements to be taken at the conclusion of the student’s course of study. It is designed to provide professional preparation and hands-on experience in the following areas: writing of news releases, résumés and cover letters, social media promotions, creation of exhibit invitation and program, and development of thesis.
B.A. candidates will prepare, install, and exhibit a body of work to fulfill the B.A. exit requirement. In the first semester of the senior year, the candidate meets with the art faculty to discuss the requirements for their exhibition and then submits a proposal. Return to Table of Contents
Further development of drawing skills, visual awareness, and personal expression and interpretation. Continued experimentation with media. Offered: as needed
Skills necessary for expressive problem solving. The student establishes his/her personal painting style and direction. Offered: as needed 155
An opportunity for a well-qualified, upper-division student to engage in special research in his/her major. college dean before approval by the Provost. Credits to be determined. Offered: as needed
Source: Methodist University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
