52 courses with the subject ARTS, 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.
Introduction to the fundamentals of drawing expression. Pencil, charcoal, conte, and wash media are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Continuation of drawing expression. Introduction to linear perspective, foreshortening, and the use of color. Pencil, charcoal, conte, pastels, prismacolor, and wash media are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 101.
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of two dimensional design, color theory, form relationships and their function in various design situations. Contemporary and traditional concepts of design principles and elements are explored. Course includes critiques and discussions. Art & Design Majors & Minors Only Course.
Examination of the interaction of color through studio experience and the manipulation of color to achieve various effects for problem solving and individual expression. Course includes critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 101 and ARTS 103.
An introductory course in the hardware, software, set-up, and use of computers, specifically designed for the needs of artists. Basic hardware and peripherals set-up, use of operating systems and artist-based programs for both Macintosh and PC systems. This course is only for Art & Design Majors.
Examination of the key stages in the evolution of art and architecture from around the world until approximately 1400 CE. Emphasis on understanding the visual language of art as an expression of relationships to the cultural, historical, and philosophical contexts in which the artist lives.
Examination of the key stages in the evolution of art and architecture from around the world from approximately 1400 CE to today. Emphasis on understanding the visual language of art as an expression of relationships to the cultural, historical, and philosophical contexts in which the artist lives.
An introduction to the study and understanding of the visual arts. The various methods through which humans are able to access, interpret, and interact with art will be discussed. Topics include various cultural definitions of art and its use, the elements of design, the characteristics of art media, and the interpretation of content. Emphasis is placed on the areas of painting, sculpture, and architecture, but other areas (drawing, graphics, crafts, etc.) are discussed.
Introduction to the functional and decorative handicrafts through a variety of media.
Continuation of drawing fundamentals and expression introduced the previous year using the human figure as the means of study. Pencil, charcoal, conte and wash media are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 102 and ARTS 103.
Fundamentals of graphic expressions employed in woodcuts, etchings, lithography and other vehicles for graphic reproductions. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 102.
Fundamentals of graphic expressions employed in woodcuts, etchings, lithography and other vehicles for graphic reproductions. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 203.
Introduction to the fundamentals of transparent and opaque watercolor painting techniques. Prerequisites: ARTS 102.
Introduction to the functional concepts of three-dimensional design. Form relationships as applied to the elements and principles of design. Course includes critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 102.
Examination of perspective as a technique of depicting volumes and spatial relationships on a flat surface. Emphasis on the development of comprehension in perspective through drawing exercises and projects. Prerequisites: ARTS 102 and ARTS 103.
Increasing the creativity of artists through the mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning. Emphases on different methodologies for creative development of individual and group artwork. Prerequisites: ARTS 102 and ARTS 104.
Advanced development of drawing skills using the human figure as means of expression. Techniques such as gesture, abstraction, composition, and foreshortening are explored using a variety of wet and dry media. Prerequisites: ARTS 202.
Introduction to the history and methodology of animation. Regular animation screenings of commercial and experimental works with students responding to the work orally and/or in written form. Prerequisites: ARTS 225.
Overview of the tools, materials, and processes of two-dimensional media. Emphasis on the manipulation and safe handling of materials and tools, their use in artistic expression, and historical development. Prerequisites: ARTS 102 and ARTS 104.
Overview of the tools, materials, and processes of three-dimensional media. Emphasis on the manipulation and safe handling of materials and tools, their use in artistic expression, and historical development. Prerequisites: ARTS 102 and ARTS 104.
Introduction to the various software, hardware, and equipment used in the creation of animation. Prerequisite: ARTS 215.
Examination of the key stages in the evolution of art and architecture from around the world until approximately 1400 CE. Emphasis on understanding the visual language of art as an expression of relationships to the cultural, historical, and philosophical contexts in which the artist lives.
Examination of the key stages in the evolution of art and architecture from around the world from approximately 1400 CE to today. Emphasis on understanding the visual language of art as an expression of relationships to the cultural, historical, and philosophical contexts in which the artist lives.
Odd Exploration of sculptural fundamentals, emphasizing materials (cardboard and wood) and methods (both additive and subtractive). Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 207.
In-depth exploration of the three-dimensional concepts, skills, and processes for mold making and plaster casting as generated from clay models. Emphasis is placed on the development of design and construction skills, concept realization, and creative personal invention. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisite: ARTS 207.
Fundamentals of painting in oil and acrylics introduced through the imagery of the still life. Traditional and experimental painting processes are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 216.
Continuation of painting in oil and acrylics using the imagery of the landscape. Traditional and experimental painting processes are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 216.
Examination of the historical styles and artists of the 'Modern' period from 1860 through 1960, how they compare and relate to previous periods, and how they have been influenced by social and political conditions. Prerequisites: Students must have junior status or special permission from the instructor.
Exploration of ceramic design, basic forming, and firing techniques. Focus is on the basic construction techniques (pinch, coil, and slab), and finishing techniques in ceramic media including hand building; fabrication, surface design, glazing and kiln firing. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 207.
Development of skills with a focus on wheel throwing. In addition to being introduced to the potter’s wheel, students develop their glazing techniques, knowledge of ceramics, and its terminology. Emphasis is placed on the development of design and construction skills with ceramic materials, concept realization, and creative personal invention. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 207.
An advanced exploration of the traditional history, methods, and materials of drawing for students who have mastered basic drawing skills and who wish to develop them to enhance visual thinking. Studio approach using live model, via anatomical and perspective approaches to drawing. Emphasis is placed on the technical mastery of drawing techniques and media. Prequisite: ARTS 312.
An introduction to the basics of black and white photography will be covered to include: Basic features and operation of an SLR (manual) camera, black and white film processing, and darkroom procedures. Students will participate with basics of composition, design, lighting, printing, processing, and final print presentation. Students will learn how to develop film, process prints, and other printing controls such as dodging, burning, and the use of filters. The concentration is placed on photography as a fine art medium. Students should have a 35mm film camera that includes manual controls. Prerequisites: VCAD 206.
A continuation of the exploration of traditional wet process photography, with emphasis on developing film, processing prints, and other printing controls such as dodging, burning, and the use of filters. The concentration is placed on photography as a fine art medium. Students should have a 35mm film camera that includes manual controls. Prerequisites: ARTS 313.
Examination of the basic theory and methodology of sound design. Project emphasis is on the creation of sound for use in animation. Prerequisite: ARTS 225.
Examination of the principles that govern animation. Student will explore these principles through various exercises and projects. Prerequisite: ARTS 225.
Examination of animation components for the identification of individual strengths in animation methodology through the completion of animation exercises and projects. Prerequisite: ARTS 325.
Exploration of the principles of special effects animation. Exploration of these principles through various exercises and projects. Sound will also be incorporated into their animation. Prerequisite: ARTS 325.
Examination of art produced by African-Americans in the United States from the Colonial Period to present. Exploration of the social and political climates influencing the art of African-Americans. Prerequisites: Students must have junior status or special permission from the instructor.
Discussion in a seminar setting of the artistic development of the motion picture from its early beginnings to the present, with both technical (editing, production) and aesthetic (cinematography) consideration. Students engage in analysis and discussion after viewing selected films. Prerequisites: Students must have at least junior status or special permission from the instructor.
Exploration of the major forms of art and architecture produced by various cultures of Africa. Examination of the art forms and their places within society for pre-historic and ancient civilizations, medieval empires, and the peoples of the Colonial Period in northern, western, central, southern, and east Africa. Prerequisites: Students must have junior status or special permission from the instructor.
A visually oriented history of the development of photography from its earliest manifestations to today and explores photography’s applications as a commercial enterprise, a documentary tool, a cultural force and a means of personal expression. Although the emphasis is on photography as a fine art and its relationship to the other arts, topics include documentary photography and photojournalism, fashion and portraiture, and the use of photography in mass media. Prerequisites: Students must have at least junior status or special permission from the instructor.
Examination of ceramic mold making, slip casting, and clay/glaze formulation. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 207.
Exploration of mixed media formats and techniques to begin the development of a personal style through the creation of a series of related ceramic pieces. Prerequisites: ARTS 207.
An exploration of the contemporary conceptual and creative approaches to drawing. Emphasis on the expansion of the definition of drawing through the use of unfamiliar/unexpected materials, methods, and theories for visual thinking. Prerequisite: ARTS 312.
Even Exploration of three-dimensional concepts, skills, and processes with an emphasis on metal fabrication. Using the machinery of the woodshop, expand technical vocabulary with tools such as MIG welders, oxy- acetylene torches, grinders, and chop saws. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 207.
Exploration of conceptual and expressive problems in a variety of sculptural media and various sculptural processes which may include casting, metal fabrication, and/or wood sculpture techniques. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 207.
Fundamentals of painting in oil and acrylics introduced through the imagery of the human figure. Traditional and experimental painting processes are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions. Prerequisites: ARTS 216.
Odd Continuing in-depth study of painting formats and techniques integrating various media to begin the development of a personal style through the creation of a series of related paintings. Prerequisites: ARTS 216.
Examination of experimental animation. Exploration of any available methodology/technology for animation exercises and projects. Prerequisite: ARTS 335.
Writing and production of individiual animation(s) in prepartation for senior studio. Prerequisites: ARTS 330.
Examination of animation production management. Students will take turns in different roles from pre- production to post-production of animation projects. Prerequisite: ARTS 425 and ARTS 430.
Preparation for the transition from formal academic study to animation career pursuit. Emphasis on creation of a demo reel, resumes, and portfolio. Prerequisite: ARTS 425 and ARTS 430.
Source: Virginia State University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
