20 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 101Art to the Early Renaissance3
A study of the history of art beginning with prehistoric cave painting and concluding with Gothic art through the fourteenth century. The painting, sculpture, and architecture of the major Western cultures, such as Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Early Christian, Byzantine, and Islamic, are viewed and discussed. Emphasis is on art as a reflection of the culture and society that produced it. Fall
ART 102Art from the Early Renaissance to the Present3
A study of the history of art beginning with Late Gothic and concluding with twentieth-century art. The painting, sculpture, and architecture of the major Western periods and movements, such as Renaissance, Baroque, Romanticism, Impressionism, Abstraction, and Expressionism, are viewed and discussed. Emphasis is on art as a reflection of the culture and society that produced it. Students enrolling in this course need not have taken ART 101. Spring
A course in the fundamentals of drawing. A variety of both black and white and color media are used to draw from still life and other subjects. Class work and assignments are designed to develop visual perception, drawing skills, and personal expression.
The course content will address what is uniquely American about American art through an historical survey of the major developments in American painting, architecture, and sculpture from the Colonial Period into the modern times.
A study of the lives and work of women artists from the Renaissance to the present. Special attention is given to the difficulties encountered by women artists in having their work recognized and shown. Emphasis is on art as a reflection of the individual artist’s culture and experience. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)
This course provides a global view of selected Asian, African, Middle Eastern, and North and South American fine arts, decorative arts (textiles, ceramics, jewelry, etc.) and architecture. The course will use an historical approach in conjunction with an art production studio investigation of various cultures’ art styles, techniques and aesthetics. Spring
An introduction to the study of composition in visual art. A variety of black and white and color media are used to explore two- and three-dimensional design. A study of the elements of design (line, shape, color, value, etc.) and the principles of design (unity, movement, balance, etc.) will be used to investigate the role of composition in works of art. Students will be challenged to develop their technical skills and aesthetic sensitivity. Fall
A course in the fundamentals of painting with transparent media. A study of color theory and the properties of color will prepare students to paint from still life and a variety of other subjects. Class work and assignments are designed to develop painting skills while exploring realistic, abstract, and non-representational approaches to subject matter.
A course in the fundamentals of three-dimensional art. Clay is used to explore both the additive and subtractive approaches to sculpting, with an emphasis on personal expression and creative thought. Approaches to subject matter include realism, abstraction, and non-representation. Techniques for working with clay, such as slab-building, coil building, and modeling, are taught. Fall
An introduction to clay and pottery making. Wheel-throwing as well as hand-building techniques, such as coil, slab, and pinch, are taught. Emphasis is on craftsmanship and creative thought. Students will glaze work they produce and be introduced to firing techniques.
An introduction to printmaking techniques, such as relief printing, monotypes, intaglio, and silkscreen. The printmaking aesthetic is explored while relevant skills are developed. Fall
An independent study from the areas of drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, or art history. The course is conducted by way of a contractual arrangement between the instructor and the student. Prerequisite: Approval of the department chair. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)
Intensive study of either hand-building or wheel-throwing or both, according to the interests of the student. Each student will select a specified number of assignments from a menu of possibilities provided by the instructor.
A course designed to develop an understanding of the need and purpose of art at the elementary school level. Students will learn techniques and methods used in teaching art. Studio experiences along with lecture, discussion, and written work will help students to understand ways children learn through meaningful art experiences. Spring
This course concentrates on the creation of Fine Art using various forms of digital media. Students develop creative and critical thinking skills while using Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and other digital platforms. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)
An intensive study of drawing techniques to better understand the human figure, landscape, and still life drawing. Class work and assignments are designed to further develop visual perception, drawing skills, and personal expression.
In the spirit of the mission of Waynesburg University, this course intends to provide junior and senior level students with an unparalleled opportunity to integrate the Bible materials and its history of interpretation to the academic disciplines. Students who wish to engage in this level of theological reflection on vocation should consult with both their academic advisors and with the Chair of the Biblical and Ministry Studies Major Program. See page 85 for further information. This course will not substitute for senior capstone/research courses required in the majors. when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)
Junior or Senior standing; three credits in BMS courses; 3.00 minimum grade point average. (Offered
ART 487Honors Course3
Independent study in an area of specific interest to the student. The course is conducted by way of a contractual arrangement between the instructor and the student. Open only to junior and senior art majors or arts administration (visual arts option) majors with an art average of B or better. Prerequisite: Approval of the department chair. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.) ART 195, 295, 395, 495. Special Topics 3 credits A course to address an area of particular interest to students and faculty members or the expertise of a visiting professor. Depending upon the content of the course, a lecture/discussion format, a project format, or a combination will be used. Not to be used for independent study purposes. (Offered when interest is expressed and departmental resources permit.)
A capstone experience in which the senior student majoring in either Art or Arts Administration (Visual Arts Option) will prepare an exhibition of his or her best work completed while a student at the University. The students will be responsible for installing the exhibition in the gallery and hosting an opening reception, to which the public and the college community are invited. In addition, the student will collaborate with the gallery manager in planning and promoting the exhibition. † indicates a special fee is charged
