49 courses with the subject AR, 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.
providing an opportunity for practical application of the skill developed in students' area of concentration. Note: see the chapter under "Special Programs" under Internships. Internship must be at least 6 weeks long.
develop an understanding of the basics of digital media, the technology surrounding the creation and use of digital media, and its association with art, communication, and information technology. Through a laboratory context of experimentation and discussion, the course explores the use of various creative software programs used to create artistic and expressive media content. The course provides an overview of media formats, media creation, the fundamental properties of the tools required for media manipulation, and insight into the artistic, social, psychological, and legal aspects of digital media. (CTDH)
representational methods and concepts. Using line, shape, form, volumetexture, and the effective spatial organization of these elements, students will develop perceptual and technical skills to interpret form and space. Students will work with graphite and charcoal, pencil, ink, and other media. Pre-Req or Co-Req: FYC- 101 or EN-110 or EN-109. (F, WK-CE)
painting, drawing, photography, ceramics, and illustration. This course is designed to acquaint the student with the basic elements of picture structure: composition, line, shape, value, texture, color, scale, proportion, tension, and balance. (F, CTDH)
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creation of sculpture. We will explore various techniques related to wood working, metal working, fiber arts, and glass casting; along with aesthetic, historical, and cultural considerations associated with 3- dimensional art. Through this course, students will begin developing their artistic voice by experimenting with and apply these concerns in their work. (F, WK-CE)
built ceramics. The fabrication techniques of pinching, coiling, and slabbing are combined with conceptual concerns of creating art pottery. Throughout the course of the semester students will develop their skills and understanding of Art both as a maker and as an audience. Pre- or Co-Req: FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109. (F,
photography. Students will learn to capture a balanced composition that represents elements of nature through digital photography. Prerequisite or corequisite: FYC-101. (F, WK-CE)
the regular course offerings. Prerequisites will vary based on the course being offered. Special fees may apply.
aspects of painting which build off of Drawing, 2D Design and Art History. Students work in oil paint, learn various support construction, mediums, traditional methods (including making and altering paint chemistry) and color theory. Demonstration, reading, lectures and slide presentations supplement studio sessions and outside projects. Materials are ordered for the student. Taking an introductory level drawing course prior to enrollment in Basic Painting is highly encouraged (but not mandatory). Note: Drawing courses from high school may provide adequate preparation. Please contact the course instructor for more information. Pre- Req or Co-Req: FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109 (F, WK-CE)
technical aspects of painting which build off of drawing, 2D design, and art history. Students work in water- based paint, learn various support construction, mediums, traditional methods (including making and altering paint chemistry), and color theory. Demonstration, reading, lectures, and slide presentations supplement studio sessions and outside projects. Materials are ordered for the student. Taking an introductory level drawing course prior to enrollment in painting class is highly encouraged (but not mandatory). Note: Drawing courses from high school may provide adequate preparation. Please contact the course instructor for more information. Pre- or Co-Req: FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109. (F, WK-CE)
imagery. Students will learn to operate a DSLR camera and complete projects utilizing a variety of photographic techniques and genres. Students will learn to express visual concepts through photography while utilizing specific techniques unique to the creation of digital photographic artwork. Final works will be exhibited electronically and in print. Students will also look at the work of contemporary photographers and prepare a presentation on one photographer. The course utilizes primarily Adobe Photoshop on a Mac platform. Pre- or Co-Req: FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109. (F, WK-CE)
Adobe Creative Cloud and other apps will be utilized along with scanners, cameras, and printers. Final works will be exhibited electronically and in print. (F, CTDH, WK-CE)
knowledge of black and white materials or 35mm camera operation. It is designed to introduce students to basic principles of camera and darkroom equipment operation. Students will seek a fine balance between technical acquisition of the photographic skills (such as correct film exposure, film development, and paper processing) and the ability to implement them to communicate a personal vision. Emphasis will be placed
sophisticated and expressive, mode: Book Arts. Students will be taught basic book-making techniques as well as a brief history of visual communication (both functionally and aesthetically). Students will create projects that challenge traditional notions of the book within the visual arts. Students will participate in such activities as papermaking, sewing, stitching, and other techniques used to alter the idea of published material and written communication. Note: Additional lab fees apply. Pre-Req or Co-Req: FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109 (F, WK-CE)
techniques of creating three-dimensional objects in clay. Students will learn various hand-building techniques as well as the technical, historical, and cultural considerations associated with 3-dimensional art. Through this course, students will develop their own artistic voice by experimenting with and apply these concerns in their ceramic work. Pre-requisite or co-requisite: FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109 (F, WK-CE)
chemistry as related to the formulation of glaze for ceramic wares. Students will engage in experimentation with various materials to gain an understanding of how they contribute to and affect the fired glaze. Along with formulation, health hazards and food safety will be addressed and investigated throughout the course.
wheel and expressive qualities of clay as an artistic medium as well as an essential commodity. Students will learn wheel-throwing techniques to incorporate form, function, and design with each project. Pre-Req or Co- Req: FYC-101 or EN-110 or EN-109 (F, WK-CE)
the annual Empty Bowls fundraising event that supports Huntingdon County food banks. Additional and complementary topics will include philanthropy, altruism, and empathy-building activities. Students will develop the knowledge and skills needed to engage effectively with the local communities they will inhabit throughout their lives. Creative thought and discourse will occur throughout the semester. (F, SW-LE)
approach real-world problems. Although design has traditionally been used to describe the process of creating visually appealing and communicative materials, in this course we will discuss how design can approach system thinking to solve the world's most challenging problems in a creative and innovative way. We will focus on changing the way we see a problem through a design thinking lens, learn to listen, engage in the design process, share our ideas in a team setting, identify ways to structure a group of key stakeholders, and find creative ways to apply design thinking methodologies to any problem. The student will learn the concepts that drive design thinking and ways to present your ideas in a persuasive way. Prerequisite or
techniques and 2D computer animation. An emphasis is placed on story-telling and examining the physics of movement. Adobe Creative Cloud apps will be used in addition to Dragon Frame and traditional stop motion
regular course offerings. Prerequisites vary based on the course offering. Special fees may apply.
understanding of painting, refine techniques, visualize sophistication of concepts, and begin building a personal portfolio that reveals an attempt at a search for meaning/content, personal style, and individual expression. Students will build upon foundational painting skills acquired in introductory level painting by exploring color and tonal relationship through a variety of applications and techniques of the oil media. Students will also investigate descriptive and expressive possibilities in painting introduced through technical and conceptual painting problems designed to develop observational and conceptual awareness.
concepts to strengthen students' abilities to utilize clay as a creative medium. Sophisticated and expansive projects will merge personal investigation, aesthetic sensibilities, and technical skills as a means of expression. Students will participate in other areas of ceramics, such as loading and unloading kilns and making clay. Prerequisite: Take one of the following courses: AR-125, AR-215, AR-225, or AR-235. (F)
course will concentrate on black and white photography; however, students will be encouraged to go beyond the boundaries of a conventional black and white print by incorporating a range of techniques, paper sizes, and alternative processes. Students will be exposed to the work of early and contemporary photographers through thematically structured lectures based upon significant historical and contemporary themes, concepts, and ideas. Students will be expected to produce work with deeper content and individual expression. Prerequisite: AR208. Note: A special fee for art supplies is assessed. (F)
Secondary Emphasis Credit Total = 18-20 Six credits must be at the 300/400-level. Any course exception must be approved by the advisor and/or department chair.
techniques of wheel-thrown ceramics. Sophisticated and expansive projects will fuse personal investigation, aesthetic sensibilities, and technical skills as a means of expression. Students are encouraged to challenge constraints of the material as well as their comfort level - it is only through the process of trying that one can never truly fail. Prerequisite: AR-225. (F) AR-335 Empty Bowls Practicum (4 credits) Students enrolled in AR335 will create functional bowls to be donated to the annual Empty Bowls event in order to raise money for Huntingdon County food banks. Reflection on philanthropy and national hunger will be the secondary focus of the course. Prerequisite:
discussion through team-based, community-engaged design projects. Students work in reciprocal partnerships with local organizations to propose, plan, and complete real-world design solutions, supported by reflection, professional deliverables, and client presentations. Must have sophomore standing or higher.
the creative industries through experimentation, discussion, and self-directed projects. Students develop a personal brand and online presence while learning ethical business practices, including intellectual
departmental theory through on- or off-campus projects developed in partnership with local community organizations. Students engage in reciprocal, community-based work that connects academic learning to real-world practice. Prerequisite: AR-375 or IM-375 or AR-376 or IM-376. Must have sophomore class standing or higher. (SW-LE)
photography and digital art. The class is structured around modules that dive into different genres, like documentary, still life, or fashion, and will end with an ambitious self-directed project. Advanced shooting, editing, and printing techniques will be covered. Prerequisite: AR-204 or AR-203 or AR-208. (F)
programs will be used. Emphasis is placed on improving time-based design and story-telling by studies that explore movement, cinematography, editing, sound, and lighting. Prerequisite: AR-104 or AR-204 or IM-110 or
Prerequisites vary based on the course offering. Special fees may apply.
understanding of painting, and their refine techniques. This course will help students build a personal portfolio that conveys a search for meaning/content, personal style, and individual expression. Students will build upon painting skills acquired in introductory and intermediate level painting courses by investigating descriptive and expressive possibilities in painting. Painting abilities and techniques should be refined this semester, as well as sophistication of concepts. An emphasis will be placed on solving conceptual problems in painting in a context relevant to contemporary art. Prerequisite: AR-300. (F)
expansive projects that display dedication to a cumulative sense of aesthetic sensibilities, technique(s), visual vocabulary, and concept utilizing clay as the primary medium. Creative thought and discourse will occur throughout the semester. Prerequisite: AR-305. (F)
experience to develop an art portfolio in preparation for entrance to graduate art programs or a career in visual arts. Students must have twelve credits of advanced courses (300 and 400 level) in one or more of the following art disciplines: Drawing, Painting, Photography, Ceramics, Sculpture (3-D arts), and Art History. (F)
experience to develop an art portfolio in preparation for entrance to graduate art programs or a career in visual arts. Students must have twelve credits of advanced courses (300 and 400 level) in one or more of the following art disciplines: Drawing, Painting, Photography, Ceramics, Sculpture (3-D arts) and Art History, senior class standing, and instructor permission to enroll. (F)
experience to develop an art portfolio in preparation for entrance to graduate art programs or a career in
Capstone exhibition. Independent investigations may vary in medium; capstones are offered to students who have displayed advanced talent and comprehension of material(s). Sophisticated and expansive projects will be individually designed by each student that displays dedication to a cumulative sense of aesthetic sensibilities, technique(s), visual vocabulary, and concept. Creative thought and discourse will occur throughout the semester. Prerequisite: AR-405. Students must have twelve credits of advanced courses (300 and 400 level) in one or more of the following art disciplines: Drawing, Painting, Photography, Ceramics, Sculpture (3-D arts) and Art History, senior class standing, and instructor permission to enroll. (F)
Students synthesize creative development through documentation, critical reflection, and portfolio creation. As students advance, they translate influences into research questions and engage in ethical inquiry, often challenging the status quo. Requires senior standing. Corequisite: AR-451, AR-453, or AR-496.
Narrative Arts track in the Art & Design Program of Emphasis. Requires instructor permission and senior standing.
the Narrative Arts track in the Art & Design Program of Emphasis. Requires instructor permission and senior standing.
member or internship sponsor. Internships may be in the fields of the fine arts, art history, or museum studies. Students may work as fine arts apprentices, museum interns, curatorial assistants, etc. Corequisite:
pursue relevant research. Corequisite: AR-490. Requires sophomore, junior, or senior standing. (F)
design theory and research methods related to a focused topic, theme, or issue. Through sustained writing and research, students develop, revise, and articulate a thesis or creative project. Emphasis is placed on critical inquiry, scholarly contribution, and professional communication. Requires senior class standing.
design theory and research methods related to a focused topic, theme, issue, or problem. Through sustained writing and research, students develop, revise, and articulate a thesis or creative project. Emphasis is placed on critical inquiry, scholarly contribution, and clear communication. Prerequisite: AR-496. Must have senior class standing and instructor permission.
and fees vary by title. AR-INS Art Independent Study (1-4 credits) AR-TUT Art Teaching Assistant (1-4 credits)
Source: Juniata College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
