44 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.
An introductory course to acquaint students with the principles of art found in art works of various periods and cultures. A chronological survey of artists and their work is explored emphasizing the elements of art and the processes involved in their production.
A course in studio media and techniques with an emphasis on understanding basic rendering principles.
The principles, processes, and techniques of design in two dimensional media. Art materials will be purchased by the student. Both computer applications and wet media will be used.
A beginner’s overview of photography, an introduction to the photographic process and includes a functional understanding of the camera and photography. This course examines the impact of the medium and the use of photography as a communication tool and an art form. Students must have access to any type of camera.
A studio drawing course that emphasizes portrait and figure drawing. Prerequisite: ART 120 Drawing I.
An introductory course designed to provide students with the fundamentals necessary to effectively use applications widely available in the field of design. Students will become familiar with each program’s interface and capabilities through lectures, demonstrations, and projects.
A course emphasizing the tools, skills, and processes used in creative thinking and creative problem-solving to develop novel and useful ideas. This course includes a significant writing component. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.
A course that combines studio work with classroom instruction. Fundamentals of communication through design and basic graphic tools, techniques, and procedures are incorporated with creative problem-solving. This course includes a graphic design history component and a significant writing component. Prerequisites: ART 230 Digital Graphics Fundamentals AND ART 234 Introduction to Creativity, OR permission from the instructor.
An introduction to techniques, composition, and color in painting. Art majors and minors only. 280
An introduction to basic ceramic techniques exploring both pottery and sculpture forms.
An introduction to the photographic film process that includes a functional understanding of the manual single lens reflex (SLR), 35mm camera, 50mm normal lens, and the processing of light- sensitive materials (shooting, developing, and printing of 35mm film). Students must have access to a manual, single-lens, reflex, 35mm camera, with a 50mm normal lens.
A creative exploration with film, paper, and darkroom chemicals which includes a brief survey of the history of early photography from its conception and connections to the modern recording of an image on light-sensitive materials. Alternative processes will include, but not be limited to, pinhole photography, the negative, the plastic camera, painting with developer and cyanotype processes, and other alternative processes. Prerequisite: ART 260 Black and White Photography.
A studio course that explores how the forms and techniques of traditional Asian pottery has influenced contemporary ceramics. Hand-building techniques, glazing, and firing will be introduced.
A survey of our civilization’s cultural resources and how they are exhibited. Experiences will range from field trips to art museums to discussion of Internet virtual galleries. Cost of travel and/or lodging for trips is additional. May be repeated for credit.
A seminar in photography that will offer directed guidance for development of individual photographic projects. The student will meet with the instructor for regularly scheduled critiques and discussions.
An in-depth study of special topics in selected fields in the Department of Fine Arts.
A survey course of photography that explores photography and its relationship to social change, artistic tradition, and the unique capabilities of the medium to document history. This study of the history and appreciation of photography from its beginnings to the present day examines photography as a fine art as well as photojournalism, documentary photography, and photography in mass media. This course includes a significant writing component.
A survey of the history and appreciation of visual art from ancient through Byzantine periods with emphasis on the art of Western culture. This course includes a significant writing component. 281
An introduction to the art and historical context of the European Medieval period and of selected Asian cultures. This course includes a significant writing component.
A study of the history and appreciation of visual art from Renaissance through Rococo periods with emphasis on the art of Europe.
A study of the history and appreciation of visual art from the Enlightenment through contemporary art with emphasis on the art of Western culture. This course includes a significant writing component.
An exploration of specific problems in media selected by the artist with the aim at developing a personal aesthetic. Includes refinement of techniques and analysis projects that research the sources and goals of the student’s work. Prerequisites: ART 220 Drawing II AND must have departmental approval. May be repeated for credit.
An introduction to sculptural techniques and imagery of the design process. Emphasis will be placed on sculptural forms, materials, and themes.
A course in communication through the development of original illustrations and images, as well as the materials, tools, hardware, software, and techniques used in their preparation. A survey of illustration history and trends, tools, processes, and terminology is also included. This course includes a significant writing component.
A course that expands on ART 235 Graphic Design I and offers students the opportunity to work on a comprehensive multi-component design project. Students are expected to demonstrate sophisticated design decisions and appropriate design solutions that demonstrate a high level of expertise and achievement as they develop a specific body of work. Prerequisite: ART 235 Graphic Design I OR permission from the instructor.
A studio course in painting that stresses development of a personal aesthetic. Prerequisite: ART 240 Painting I.
A studio and on-site painting course that explores traditional watercolor and other water media as a vehicle for personal and cultural expression. A study of master painters in water media is included. Prerequisite: ART 240 Painting I OR permission from the instructor.
An introduction to sculptural concepts with emphasis on form, media, and technique. The development of expressive content is explored in wood, clay, castable media, metal, and mold- making. Prerequisite: ART 232 3–D Design.
A course that emphasizes the relationship of theories, methods, and problems in the development of art knowledge, skill, and appreciation among children (grades K–12).
This course serves as an introduction to the business of photography and common marketing, promotional, sales, and business practices common to photography. This course emphasizes developing professional business strategies and objectives based upon careful consideration of the financial, legal, organizational, promotional, interpersonal, and ethical practices of photography. 282
A self-directed seminar/critique that allows the student maximum freedom to define and develop directions in personal artistic growth and evolution while receiving guidance and criticism from multiple classmates, faculty, and professional viewpoints. This course includes a significant writing component. (This class is recommended prior to ART 470 Professional Photography Portfolio.)
Processes of printmaking, including one-of-a-kind and editioned prints. Monoprinting, relief, intaglio, and screen printing are the primary emphases. Prerequisites: ART 120 Drawing I AND ART 130 2–D Design, OR permission from the instructor.
An extension of basic printmaking processes with advanced project development. Particular emphasis on large-scale color printing and development of a personal aesthetic. Prerequisite: ART 380 Printmaking I OR permission from the instructor.
An independent study in the drawing medium. Students will research a single theme to produce a cohesive body of work. Experimentation with various media and techniques is encouraged.
A professional field experience under the supervision of an experienced professional carefully selected and approved by the University. Close contact is maintained between the field supervisor and the faculty supervisor. A minimum of 40 clock hours of field activity is required for one (1) credit hour. Grading is conventional as assigned by the faculty supervisor.
Students will explore practical and theoretical questions concerning the computer, art, and society. In addition, application of visual design to computer media will be discussed. Students will use these experiences to create a mini-proposal for future scenarios in computer media, art, and society. No text is required; however, tools and materials will need to be purchased by the student.
Explores the creating of photography using state of the art technology to manipulate images. Explored technologies will include scanners, editing software, various output options, projects in photomontage, layout and image sequencing, development in color calibration, duotones, color separations, and compositing.
Students gain understanding of technical aspects of photography in a studio setting. Exploration of controlled lighting, posing, set creation, still-life photography, as well as exposure to the cutting edge of photography equipment and computer systems. Projects will be designed to create a fine art photograph, an editorial photograph, or a commercial photograph.
A study of the interrelationship of modern/post-modern works of art and the writings of philosophers, critics, historians, and artists. This course includes a significant writing component. 283
A continuation of ART 340 with emphasis on personal expression in painting. Prerequisite: ART 340 Painting II.
demand. An exploration of specific concerns regarding the professional practices of studio artists and specific problems in selected media with a written research project and monthly class meetings culminating into a Capstone Project – a solo exhibition. This course includes a significant writing component. Should be taken during, but not limited to, a final semester of study prior to graduation.
A course that requires a collection of student photography. Students prepare a minimum of three series of photographs, each series consisting of three or more related images. Three different formats are required for each series: a book presentation, a boxed or loose-leaf portfolio presentation, and a digital presentation. An artist’s statement accompanies each series. Should be taken senior-year but is not limited to semester of study prior to graduation.
An independent study in a two-dimensional medium (painting or printmaking). Students will research a single theme to produce a cohesive body of work. Experimentation with various media and techniques is encouraged. Prerequisites: ART 120 and ART 220 (Drawing I and II), ART 240 and ART 340 (Painting I and II), AND ART 380 Printmaking I.
A capstone course to prepare students for work in the field of interactive digital design. Students will complete portfolios and develop a significant digital project. This course includes a significant writing component. Prerequisite: 90 earned hours. Same as CIS 495.
Source: Freed-Hardeman University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
