ARTS - Art

Investigates a variety of techniques, media, and subjects. Explores perceptual and descriptive possibilities. May not be repeated for credit. Fee.

Emphasis on two-dimensional design, including the elements of line, color, form, texture, and space as they relate to balance, unity, rhythm, and contrast. Fee.

Emphasis on color systems and vocabulary for analyzing color phenomena, properties and relationships. The use of color by various artists and theorists are examined. The ability to utilize color in a variety of media and disciplines is emphasized. Recommended before ARTS 2320 Painting I. Prerequisite: ARTS 1320. Fee.

A general overview of the visual arts with emphasis on developing appreciation and understanding of the various methods and styles of art. Students with little or no art background are welcome. May not be repeated for credit.

A chronological survey of the visual arts exploring purposes and processes. Includes an examination of paintings, sculptures, architecture, and other arts through the Middle Ages. May not be repeated for credit.

A chronological survey of paintings, sculptures, architecture, and other visual arts encompassing the Renaissance through Modern periods. May not be repeated for credit.

All art majors with at least 18 hours of foundation courses are required to register for ARTS 2000: Sophomore Review in the spring of their sophomore year, in order to proceed as upper-level art majors. It is expected that students have finished Drawing, Design, 3-D Design, Color Theory, Art History, Figure Drawing I, and Painting I; however, slight variations may occur. Requirements and process for the sophomore review is published and distributed by the Department of Art each spring.

Stresses the expressive and conceptual aspects of drawing the human figure in a spatial environment. Prerequisite: ARTS 1310 or permission of the instructor. Fee.

Explores the potentials of painting media, emphasizing color and composition. Prerequisites: ARTS 1310 and ARTS 1320 or permission of the instructor. fee.

Introduction to basic black and white photographic process and techniques as an art medium. Fee.

Emphasis upon three-dimensional design including form, texture, and space as they relate to balance, unity, and contrast. Lab fee.

An introduction to the basic ceramic process. Lab fee.

Digital Art is the foundation studio course for Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. This course is the platform for understanding and applying basic graphic design principles, terminology, and software. Prerequisites: ARTS 1310 and ARTS 1320 or permission of the instructor. Fee

Historical overview of type and letterforms; introduction to professional typography in print and digital environments; primary focus will be application to the contemporary communications and software introduction to InDesign. Prerequisites: ARTS 1310, ARTS 1320, ARTS 2370 or permission of the instructor. Fee.

An introduction to basic printmaking processes of relief and silkscreen printing. Students are introduced to a number of short projects designed to give a broad experience with the media. Screen Printing will be offered in the fall semester and Relief will be offered in the spring semester. Additional topics include print presentation, care of tools and materials, and a historical survey of printmaking. Prerequisite ARTS 1310 and 1320 or permission of instructor. Fee.

Continuation of ARTS 2311 exploring various expressive aspects of the human figure. Lab fee.

Study and creation of handmade books with emphasis on sound conservation techniques and good craftsmanship. Students learn both traditional and contemporary book structures, letterpress, and binding techniques while creating books with unique and original content. Prerequisites: ARTS 1310, 1320, and 1325.Fee.

Studies in various problems and media according to individual need. Prerequisite: ARTS 2320. Lab fee.

Further studies in photography. Prerquisite: ARTS 2322 or permission of the instructor. Lab fee.

Exploration of experimental and inventive approaches of various materials and techniques related to collage. Students will investigate the dynamics of design, composition, and aesthetic concerns related to the boundary between painting and drawing while combining materials in unique ways. Offered in the Fall semester only. Prerequisites: ARTS 1310, 1320, and 1325.

Art for the elementary classroom teacher. May not be repeated for credit. Lab fee.

Art for the junior and senior high school teacher. Emphasis on the design, organization, and presentation of curricula materials. May not be repeated for credit. Lab fee.

Exploration of traditional and contemporary sculptural mediums. Prerequsite: ARTS 2340 Lab fee.

(Jewelry/Metalworking) Introduction to the language of small-scale three-dimensional form and space through hands-on creative studio experience exploring design, construction and casting techniques. Prerequisite: ARTS 1310 and ARTS 1320 or permission of the instructor. Fee.

A chronological survey of the development of graphic design and visual communication. May not be repeated for credit.

Further studies in ceramics. Prerequisite: ARTS 2360. Lab fee.

Emphasis in this course is on a problem-solving, conceptual development, layout and implementation of text and image integration. Prerequisites: ARTS 2375, 2377, or permission of the instructor. Fee.

Advanced graphic design problem solving with an emphasis on advertising design and client restrictions. Visual identity, print and broadcast production, and branding will be explored. Prerequisite: ARTS 3370 or permission of the instructor. Fee.

Development of individual directions and exploration of various techniques in warm and hot glass process. Basic techniques of offhand glass blowing and lampworking. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Fee.

Capstone course required of all B.A. and B.F.A. Art majors. Preparation of a portfolio, artist's statement and exhibition of selected works. Students develop a critical approach to viewing, exhibiting and thinking about art as well as familiarizing them with the basics of the business of art. Students complete self-directed projects in either two- or three-dimensional disciplines, meet regularly for collective review and criticism, and focus on problems related to the development and continuity of portfolios. The success completion of this requirement is a prerequisite for graduation for Arts majors.

Qualified students will explore special projects. Investigation of trans-media and experimental methods will be encouraged. This course may be taken for 1 to 4 semester hours of credit. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Lab fee.

Individual study of a selected topic in Art under the direction of a member of the department. Variable credit hours determined by the Department Chairperson based on the student's needs. Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chairperson. Fee.

A study of selected topics in Art. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

Qualified students will explore special projects. Investigation of trans-media and experimental methods will be encouraged. This course may be taken for 1 to 4 semester hours of credit. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Lab fee.

Individual study of a selected topic in Art under the direction of a member of the department. Variable credit hours determined by the Department Chairperson based on the student's needs. Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chairperson. Fee.

A study of selected topics in Art. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

An introduction to basic printmaking processes of intaglio and lithography. Students are introduced to a number of short projects designed to give a broad experience with the media: methods of platemaking, such as etching, drypoint, and aquatint; also hand-drawn imagery and transfer on to metal and stone lithography surfaces. Additional topics include print presentation, care of tools and materials, and a historical survey of printmaking. Prerequisite ARTS 1310 and 1320 or permission of instructor. Fee.

Explores aspects of drawing that are of special interest. Prerequisite: Two previous drawing courses or permission of the instructor. Fee.

Studies in various media according to individual need. Prerequisite: ARTS 3320. Fee.

Exploration of transparent watercolor techniques. Students with competent drawing skills will use water media to explore art concepts stressing individual thematic projects. Prerequisite: ARTS 1310, 3320, 2320. Fee.

Further studies in Art Metals. Prerequisite: ARTS 3345 or permission of the instructor. Fee.

A history of American architecture, painting, and sculpture from the colonial period to the present. May not be repeated for credit.

Basic application of interactive digital technology, design and application of internet-based communications (web site design), hypermedia language, sound and visual synchronization (motion graphics), communication standards, emerging technologies, and multimedia; with introduction to Final Cut Pro and Dreamweaver software. Prerequisite: ARTS 3375 or permission of the instructor. Fee.

Modeled from a graphic design business, this course will provide practical applications for selected on and off campus groups with advertising or design needs. Prerequisite: ARTS 3375 or permission of the instructor. Fee. May be used in place of 4395 Internship in Graphic Design.

Capstone course required of all B.F.A. Art majors. Prepares students for lives as working visual artists and graduate programs. Participants review and reflect on the integration into their professional lives critical and creative thinking skills and strategies. Students demonstrate competencies in the process and stages of working toward a cohesive body of work; writing an artist's statement; and preparation for advanced study. Taken the semester before ARTS 4081 Senior Exhibition. Fee.

Individual study of a selected topic in Art under the direction of a member of the department. Variable credit hours determined by the Department Chairperson based on the student's needs. Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chairperson. Fee.

A study of selected topics in Art. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

Supervised professional experience in an ad agency, design studio, or business as a means of preparing the student for a career goal in graphic design or further studies. Prerequisite: ARTS 3375 or permission of the instructor. May be used in place of ARTS 4375 Applied Graphic Design.

Individual study of a selected topic in Art under the direction of a member of the department. Variable credit hours determined by the Department Chairperson based on the student's needs. Prerequisite: Permission of Department Chairperson. Fee.

A study of selected topics in Art. The topic will be announced prior to registration. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.