36 courses with the subject SART, 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.
SART 109Smartphone Photography
CR: 3 Any professional photographer will tell you “the best camera is the one you have with you”. Photography is an interpretive medium and what better way to express your creativity than the camera that is your constant companion? It is still camera, video camera, “darkroom”, and photo gallery. In class, we will work on composition and how to see with a smartphone. We will explore processing apps that take smartphone images beyond a snapshot. Each student will produce a portfolio of prints and a short video. An Instagram page will be updated throughout the course. Finished work will be exhibited in a group show. Course supply fee required.
CR: 3 This design course introduces students to the creation of one-of-a-kind books made by hand as works of art. This vibrant art-form is older than illuminated codexes such as the Book of Kells (900 a.d.) and is currently a compelling facet of visual arts today. Design principles and issues will be addressed through construction of different structures produced by artists/students. The cross-disciplinary element of creative writing will be included in the form of the essay. After reading several examples written by important writers, students will write their own essays to be the contents of one or more books. Meets CORE 150 requirement.
CR: 3 This course will introduce students to the principles of design. Examples include balance, proportion, rhythm, pattern, and unity. This course will offer a unique approach to learning these principles through the analog processes of collage, drawing, sewing, and color mixing. By exploring the tangible materials, paper, fabric, ink and acrylic paint, students will confront nuances in craft, texture, and surface. In addition to assigned 2-dimensional projects students will be led through supplemental problem-solving exercises where play and risk-taking are encouraged. Course supply fee required.
CR: 3 Understanding digital camera operation and fundamentals of post processing with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom will enable students to produce high quality prints on their own. The course will include technical demonstrations, studio instruction, student image presentations, and group critiques. Students will work towards the creation of a cohesive portfolio of photographs and a self-published book. Course supply fee required.
CR: 3 Students will be introduced to hands-on making of sculpture using a variety of materials and forming techniques. The class will center on creating 3-dimensional projects using design problem-solving skills, discovering and working through material constraints and manipulation. Materials such as plaster, wood, metal, rubber, renewable naturals, and plastic will be covered. The study of historical sculptural genres and practices will be conducted through lecture, readings, and video interviews. Meets CORE 150 requirement. Course supply fee required.
CR: 3 This course will introduce a variety of fired clay surfaces. The class will explore the use of wood, gas, smoke, and sawdust to create reduction effects on the clay surface. Students will construct a primitive kiln out of recycled bricks, newspaper, and clay. They are introduced to the Raku process, removing wares while glowing hot from the kiln to place in reduction chambers to create a shimmering and crackle effect. We will also fire the wood kiln, an immersive experience with origins dating back to the 5th Century. Students will develop a working knowledge of shop usage and safety, as well as being involved in every step of the ceramic process from mixing clay to firing kilns. Regular slide lectures, handouts, and museum research will give visual reference in areas of personal ceramic interest. Course supply fee required.
CR: 3 An introduction to the materials and techniques of stone lithography. There will be some history and examples of prints produced by this process. In this hands-on class, stone lithography, beginning with graining the stone, through crayon and wash drawing, to proofing and printing, will be taught by demonstrations and completed by students. Safe use of toxic art materials is included. Course supply fee required.
CR: 3 An introduction to the materials and techniques of intaglio printmaking. Students will be taught processes for developing line, tone, and texture on the plate, and to ink and print their plates. Color printing will be introduced. Safe use of toxic art materials is included. Course supply fee required.
CR: 3 Drawing is one of the oldest forms of art and human communication. This introductory drawing course is intended for students with little or no drawing experience. It is a studio art course involving a hands-on approach to basic drawing and composition. Students explore, comprehend, and employ the basic elements and principles of art, use various graphic media and become familiar with the vocabulary, concepts and techniques of drawing. This course is designed in mind for students, whose major is outside studio arts, but would benefit from basic drawing skills in their field of study. It fulfills the requirements of Drawing I.
CR: 3 How do you learn to draw? By drawing! A study of classic drawing techniques and materials. Emphasis will be placed on drawing from observation in pencil, charcoal, conte, pen and ink, wash, and mixed media. You will increase your skill level by using many different media and techniques to draw from life, and by keeping a sketchbook. This class fulfills the requirements of Drawing I. Course supply fee required.
CR: 3 This course offers an exploration of the human form through observational drawing and the study of human anatomy. Students will strengthen their foundational drawing techniques using a range of drawing materials: graphite, charcoal, and ink. Emphasis will be placed on building a strong understanding of form, proportion, gesture, movement, and expression. Coursework outside of class time consists of studies of master drawings and exercises focused on facial features. In-class projects include gestural sketches extending into longer drawing studies of the figure and drawing from campus sculpture. All models will be clothed during drawing sessions. This course includes a studio course fee.
CR: 3 Basic instruction addressing materials, techniques, composition, and color theory in painting with particular emphasis on developing technical understanding and skills. Safe use of toxic art materials is included. Course supply fee required.
CR: 3 Taking advantage of the asset of Sweet Briar’s natural beauty, students will be introduced to painting through the broad span of approaches to and meanings of landscape painting. The history of painting the landscape as well as new interpretations will be addressed. Students will be introduced to aerial and one and two-point perspectives, as well as other methods of showing space/depth such as scale, overlapping, and placement. Painting techniques will be addressed, as well as the importance of color, structure, and composition. Some of the painting will be done ‘en plein air’. Course supply fee required.
CR: 3 This course offers a study and practice of transparent and opaque watercolor techniques. Students will learn how to use water-based paints in a variety of genres from landscapes to abstraction. Particular attention will be paid to color theory and composition as well as the art historical tradition of watercolor painting. Painting techniques will be addressed, as well as the importance of color, structure, and composition. Some of the painting will be done ‘en plein air’. Course supply fee required.
One SART course and permission of instructor. The study of introductory-level material by an individual student or by a small group of students under the immediate supervision of a faculty member.
SART 276Special Topics in Studio Art
CR: 3 Selected topics in studio art will be studied in depth. Topics will vary by semester. Course may be repeated when content is different.
SART 186 or SART 206 Drawing is the most direct route to the examination of the language of the visual arts. This course will further investigate more advanced problems: drawing from life, reference materials, and imagination. Color and alternate media such as collage, will be introduced. Emphasis will shift from gaining technical and perceptual skills to building a visual vocabulary for self-expression. Each student will complete a portfolio project working in series.
SART 186 , SART 206 , or SART 207 . This course offers a continued exploration of the human form through observational drawing and the study of human anatomy. Students will continue to strengthen their figurative drawing techniques using a range of drawing materials of their creative choice. Emphasis will be placed on building a strong understanding of composition, gesture, expression, and concept building. Coursework will consist of larger, series drawings focused on the figure. All models will be clothed during drawing sessions
SART 320Photographing the Natural World of Sweet Briar
CR: 3 SART 117 Introduction to Digital Photography This course will develop through discovery, observation and interpretation, an artistic portrayal of the natural history of the Sweet Briar campus. The instructor will work with each student individually in developing a theme for their project. Class activity will include daily critiques of each student’s work, field trips to natural environments off campus and a survey of natural history photography online and in social media. The student will be introduced to a variety of techniques in digital photography including macro-photography, scanography, landscape and ‘motion in a still photograph.’ The course will conclude with each student producing an online book of photographs and text from their project, observation and interpretation, an artistic portrayal of the natural history of the Sweet Briar campus. Students will need their own digital camera with manual controls.
SART 151 or SART 155 (previously VART 151 or 155). Exploration of the creative possibilities of intaglio printmaking for the student ready to pursue her own directions and imagery. This course aims at a deepened understanding of etching techniques and printing possibilities, as well as further investigation of color printing. Course supply fee required.
One 100-level SART course and permission of the instructor. The study of an intermediate-level topic by an individual student or by a small group of students under the immediate supervision of a faculty member.
SART 353 - Relief Printmaking II Advanced printmaking for those students who have demonstrated their ability to continue creative work on their own initiative. A continuation of techniques previously studied. Course supply fee required.
Open only to senior Studio Art majors. Introduction to the creation, analysis, and criticism of student artwork to be included in the senior exhibition, with members of the department and visiting artists. The cultural context will be explored. The vocabulary of judgment and criticism will be developed. Offered in the fall 3-week session.
Open only to senior SART majors. This course involves a capstone project. Students will meet regularly to discuss their work or work on a group exhibition. III.O, III.W
One 100-level SART course, one 200-level SART course, and permission of the instructor. Pursuit of an upper-level research project determined in advance by the student in consultation with a faculty member who will act as the sponsor.
SART 470Advanced Honors
CR: 3 Upper-level research or creative project determined in advance by the student in consultation with two faculty members who will serve as primary and secondary project sponsors. The course is required for the Honors Degree, and serves as the capstone experience for Honors students who do not pursue a senior Honors thesis project. This course is typically taken in the student’s junior or senior year.
CR: 3 During this course, a senior is expected to refine and submit their thesis proposal under the supervision of a thesis advisor. The senior will submit their thesis proposal to the Student Advancement Committee by the deadline determined by the Honors Program. Pending approval by the Student Advancement Committee, the student will spend the remainder of the semester beginning the research described in their proposal. If a student does not submit an acceptable thesis proposal as determined by the Student Advancement Committee, they will not be allowed to continue in the pursuit of the Honors Degree/Program Honors. This course will carry the rubric of the student’s major in which the thesis is based.
CR: 3 In this course, the student is expected to continue the research proposed and approved by the Student Advancement Committee in the 471 Proposal/Research course. This work is completed under the supervision of faculty advisors, culminating in the student defending their thesis before a committee.
