Art
T. Riesing, Chairperson
The Department of Art educates artists, designers, and teachers. The Department of Art offers four-year professional degree options in the disciplines of ceramics, drawing, electronic art (animation and video), glass, metals/jewelry design, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, visual communication (graphic design), and a teaching major in visual arts. In addition, a minor in art history is available.
Approval to pursue a major in art involves a selection process in addition to admission to the university. The Department of Art Admission and Scholarship Committee carefully screens all applicants and decides which students to admit into art major status based on a review of academic records and a portfolio of original work.
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Incoming freshman must submit both the university application and art program application to be admitted as an art major. All students admitted to the Department of Art complete a common first-year program of study comprised of required courses in drawing, design, computer art, and art history.
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Currently enrolled students who have not been granted art major status as an incoming freshman can request art courses as a pre-art major in the spring or summer terms. Students then submit the art program application upon completion of the foundation core (ADS 101, 102; AFA 101, 202) at the next scheduled review.
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Transfer students from other universities are required to submit portfolios to the Department of Art as well as transcripts for evaluation and admittance. Transfer students specializing in any program must complete the foundation core (ADS 101, 102; AFA 101, 202) before being admitted to areas of specialization in the second year of study. For students wanting a specialization in visual communication, it is unusual for students to be admitted at any point other than at the beginning of the three-year sequence of courses.
Students specializing in any art program must receive grades of C or higher in all foundation core courses (ADS 101, 102; AFA 101, 202) before enrolling in advanced level courses. Students must repeat courses in which they receive grades of C- or below. Students that meet the grade requirement then select an area of specialization for the second through fourth years of study. Specializations involve a three-year sequence of courses beyond the first-year foundation core.
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Electronic Art (Animation option) – Students wanting to pursue this major specialization must undergo an additional review after successful completion of the foundation core (ADS 101, 102; AFA 101, 202). Review guidelines are revised periodically and made available through the Department of Art.
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Visual Communication – Students wanting to pursue this major specialization must undergo an additional review after successful completion of the foundation core (ADS 101, 102; AFA 101, 202). Review guidelines are revised periodically and made available through the Department of Art.
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Visual Arts Education – Students wanting to pursue a teaching major must meet all teacher certification and GPA requirements. Students are encouraged to meet with a faculty advisor.
All students in the department undergo periodic reviews of their portfolios throughout their undergraduate education. The department reserves the right to retain examples of student work for exhibition and accreditation. The bachelor of fine arts program for all studio areas requires a senior thesis and/or an exit portfolio evaluation.
Students are strongly advised to pursue required course sequences during the regular academic year. Summer school courses are limited and are subject to last minute changes or cancelations.
Studio courses are open to art majors, pre-art majors, and art minors except by permission of the department chairperson. All students may enroll in art history courses based on the completion of the prerequisites. Minors in art are not required to submit an art application but must receive approval from the Department of Art. Minors may begin courses in the spring or summer term.
The Department of Art is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
For more information, contact the Department of Art, 765-285-5838.
MAJOR IN ART, BA, 49 hours
| PREFIX |
NO |
SHORT TITLE |
CR HRS |
| Studio art option, 49 hours |
|
ADS
AFA
AHS
ART
|
101
102
101
202
101
102
100
200 |
Foundation 1
Foundation 2
Drawing 1
Drawing 2
Art Survey 1
Art Survey 2
Art Orient
Computer Art |
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
3 |
| 3 hours from |
|
|
ACR
AFA
ART |
418
428
438
487
489
491
493
480 |
Ceram Sr Prj (3)
Metal Sr Prj (3)
Sr Prj Glass (3)
Sr Prj Draw (3)
Sr Prj Paint (3)
Sr Prj Sculp (3)
Sr Prj Print (3)
Sr Prj Photo (3) |
3
|
| 12 hours from single area of emphasis as approved by the department. Areas include: ceramics, drawing, glass, metals, painting, photography, printmaking, or sculpture. |
12
|
| 6 hours from 200- and 300-level AHS courses |
6
|
| 6 hours from art studio electives |
6 |
|
|
|
49 hrs |
Art history option, 49 hours |
|
ADS
AFA
AHS
ART |
101
102
101
202
101
102
201
450
480
100 |
Foundation 1
Foundation 2
Drawing 1
Drawing 2
Art Survey 1
Art Survey 2
Art Criticsm
Art Mus T P
A H S Thesis
Art Orient |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1 |
3 hours from |
|
|
AHS
CC
|
290
301
105
304 |
Asian Art (3)
Spc Top A H S (3)
Classic Wrld (3)
Ancient City (3) |
3
|
| 3 hours from |
|
|
AHS
|
241
251
252
253
301 |
Gothic Art (3)
High Ren Art (3)
Baroque Roc (3)
Neoclassic (3)
Spc Top A H S (3) |
3
|
| 3 hours from |
|
|
AHS
|
220
255
261
263
264
275
301
311 |
Art U S (3)
Impressionsm (3)
Twent Cen Art (3)
Contemp Art (3)
Film Analysis (3)
Hist Photo (3)
Spc Top A H S (3)
Hist 3D Dsgn (3) |
3
|
6 hours from 200- and 300-level AHS courses |
6
|
6 hours from art studio electives |
6 |
|
49 hrs |
| This program leads to a BA degree (see Academic Programs for degree outline). |
MAJOR IN ART, BFA, 85 hours
| AHS 101 satisfies the fine arts distribution requirement in University Core Curriculum. |
| PREFIX |
NO |
SHORT TITLE |
CR HRS |
| Core requirements, 31 hours |
|
ADS
AFA
AHS
ART
|
101
102
101
202
211
101
102
100
200 |
Foundation 1
Foundation 2
Drawing 1
Drawing 2
Painting 1
Art Survey 1
Art Survey 2
Art Orient
Computer Art |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
3 |
| 6 hours from 200- and 300-level AHS courses |
6
|
|
|
|
31 hrs |
| Complete one professional specialization |
| Ceramics, 54 hours |
ACR
AFA |
211
221
231
312
313
314
315
316
416
417
418
221 |
Ceramics 1
Intro Metals
Glass 1
Ceram Thro 1
Ceram Hand 1
Ceram Thro 2
Ceram Hand 2
Glz Kiln Tch
Ceram Thro 3
Ceram Hand 3
Ceram Sr Prj
Sculpture 1 |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 |
| Select two courses from two different areas |
ACR
AFA
|
322
323
324
332
333
322
323
324 |
Mtlsmth Dform (3)
Metal Castng (3)
Metal Color (3)
Glass 2 (3)
Glass 3 (3)
Sculpture 2 (3)
Sclp Int Cas (3)
Sclpt Wood (3) |
6
|
| 12 hours from art studio electives |
12 |
|
|
|
85 hrs |
| Drawing, 54 hours |
AFA
ART |
217
221
231
303
304
312
341
351
405
406
487
231 |
Watercolor 1
Sculpture 1
Intr Prtmakg
Drawing 3
Drawing 4
Pnt 2 Figure
Intagli Pt 1
Lithograph 1
Drawing 5
Drawing 6
Sr Prj Draw
Photo 1 |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 |
| 3 hours from |
ACR
|
211
221
231 |
Ceramics 1 (3)
Intro Metals (3)
Glass 1 (3) |
3
|
| 3 hours from |
|
|
AFA
|
322
323
324 |
Sculpture 2 (3)
Sclp Int Cas (3)
Sclpt Wood (3) |
3
|
| 12 hours from art studio electives |
12 |
|
|
|
85 hrs |
| Glass, 54 hours |
ACR
AFA |
211
221
231
332
333
334
335
436
437
438
221 |
Ceramics 1
Intro Metals
Glass 1
Glass 2
Glass 3
Glass 4
Glass 5
Glass Adv 1
Glass Adv 2
Sr Prj Glass
Sculpture 1 |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 |
| Select two courses from two different areas |
ACR
AFA
|
312
313
322
323
324
322
323
324 |
Ceram Thro 1 (3)
Ceram Hand 1 (3)
Mtlsmth Dform (3)
Metal Castng (3)
Metal Color (3)
Sculpture 2 (3)
Sclp Int Cas (3)
Sclpt Wood (3) |
3
|
| 15 hours from art studio electives |
15 |
|
|
|
85 hrs |
| Metals, 54 hours |
ACR
AFA
ART |
211
221
231
322
323
324
425
426
427
428
221
231
301 |
Ceramics 1
Intro Metals
Glass 1
Mtlsmth Dform
Metal Castng
Metal Color
Metl Adv Fab
Metl Adv Sur
Metl New Tec
Metal Sr Prj
Sculpture 1
Intr Prtmakg
Adv Comp Art |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 |
| Select two courses from two different areas |
ACR
AFA
|
312
313
332
333
322
323
324 |
Ceram Thro 1 (3)
Ceram Hand 1 (3)
Glass 2 (3)
Glass 3 (3)
Sculpture 2 (3)
Sclp Int Cas (3)
Sclpt Wood (3) |
6
|
| 9 hours from art studio electives |
9 |
|
|
|
85 hrs |
| Painting, 54 hours |
AFA
ART |
217
221
231
303
312
313
314
416
489
231 |
Watercolor 1
Sculpture 1
Intr Prtmakg
Drawing 3
Pnt 2 Figure
Pnt 3 Concep
Pnt 4 Media
Pnt 6 Adv St
Sr Prj Paint
Photo 1 |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 |
| 3 hours from |
AFA
|
318
319 |
Adv Watercol (3)
Watermedia (3) |
3
|
| 3 hours from |
|
|
AFA
|
315
317 |
Pnt 5 Studio (3)
Encaustics (3) |
3
|
| 3 hours from |
|
|
AFA
|
341
351
361
371 |
Intagli Pt 1 (3)
Lithograph 1 (3)
Relief Prt 1 (3)
Serigraphy 1 (3) |
3
|
| 3 hours from |
|
|
ACR
|
211
221
231 |
Ceramics 1 (3)
Intro Metals (3)
Glass 1 (3) |
3
|
| 12 hours from art studio electives |
12 |
|
|
|
85 hrs |
| Photography, 54 hours |
AFA
ART
|
231
231
232
233
321
322
330
331
332
433
434
480 |
Intr Prtmakg
Photo 1
Photo 2
Digital Imag
Video Art 1
Video Art 2
Color Photo
Photo 3 Stud
Photo 4 Sp T
Dir in Photo
Adv Dir Phto
Sr Prj Photo |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 |
| 3 hours from |
|
|
AFA
|
341
351
371 |
Intagli Pt 1 (3)
Lithograph 1 (3)
Serigraphy 1 (3) |
3
|
| 3 hours from |
|
|
ART
|
233
301
323 |
Digital Imag (3)
Adv Comp Art (3)
Video Art 3 (3) |
3
|
| 12 hours from art studio electives |
12 |
|
|
|
85 hrs |
| Printmaking, 54 hours |
AFA
|
217
221
231
303
341
342
351
352
361
371
443
453
493 |
Watercolor 1
Sculpture 1
Intr Prtmakg
Drawing 3
Intagli Pt 1
Intagli Pt 2
Lithograph 1
Lithograph 2
Relief Prt 1
Serigraphy 1
Intagli Pt 3
Lithograph 3
Sr Prj Print |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 |
| 3 hours from |
ACR
|
211
221
231 |
Ceramics 1 (3)
Intro Metals (3)
Glass 1 (3) |
3
|
| 12 hours from art studio electives |
12 |
|
|
|
85 hrs |
| Sculpture, 54 hours |
ACR
AFA
ART
|
211
221
231
221
231
322
323
324
325
426
491
231
301 |
Ceramics 1
Intro Metals
Glass 1
Sculpture 1
Intr Prtmakg
Sculpture 2
Sclp Int Cas
Sclpt Wood
Sclp Cas Mol
Sclp Adv Prb
Sr Prj Sculp
Photo 1
Adv Comp Art |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 |
| Select two courses from two different areas |
ACR
|
312
313
322
323
324
332
333 |
Ceram Thro 1 (3)
Ceram Hand 1 (3)
Mtlsmth Dform (3)
Metal Castng (3)
Metal Color (3)
Glass 2 (3)
Glass 3 (3) |
6
|
| 9 hours from art studio electives |
9 |
|
|
|
85 hrs |
| Visual communication, 54 hours |
ADS
AFA
AHS
ART |
241
242
341
342
441
442
443
231
310
231 |
Int Vis Com
Type Image
Vis Com 1
Vis Com 2
Vis Com 3
Vis Com 4
Vis Com Tpcs
Intr Prtmakg
Vis Com Hist
Photo 1 |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 |
| 6 hours from |
ADS
ART
|
301
302
233
301
321 |
V C Tech 1 (3)
V C Tech 2 (3)
Digital Imag (3-6)
Adv Comp Art (3)
Video Art 1 (3) |
6
|
| 3 hours from |
|
|
ADS
ART |
471
480
369 |
Vis Com Prac (3)
Sr Dsg Thes (3)
Art Intern (3) |
3
|
| 3 hours from |
|
|
AFA
|
341
351
361
371 |
Intagli Pt 1 (3)
Lithograph 1 (3)
Relief Prt 1 (3)
Serigraphy 1 (3) |
3
|
| 3 hours from |
|
|
ACR
AFA |
211
221
231
221 |
Ceramics 1 (3)
Intro Metals (3)
Glass (3)
Sculpture 1 (3) |
3
|
| 9 hours from art studio electives |
9 |
|
|
|
85 hrs |
MINOR IN ART HISTORY, 24 hours
Students selecting this minor must receive approval from the Department of Art.
Open to all majors. Art majors selecting this minor must take 12 additional hours in AHS beyond the requirements in the major. |
| PREFIX |
NO |
SHORT TITLE |
CR HRS |
ADS
AHS
|
101
102
101
102 |
Foundation 1
Foundation 2
Art Survey 1
Art Survey 2 |
3
3
3
3 |
| 12 hours from 200- and 300-level AHS courses (no more than 3 hours of independent study) |
12
|
|
|
|
24 hrs |
TEACHER EDUCATION
Teaching programs require additional courses in educational methods. The professional education courses are included in this listing. See the Department of Educational Studies and Teachers College for the descriptions of these courses and other professinal requirements of the teacher education program. |
TEACHING MAJOR IN VISUAL ARTS
(ALL-GRADE), 55 hours
| PREFIX |
NO |
SHORT TITLE |
CR HRS |
ADS
AED
AFA
AHS
ART
|
101
102
201
304
305
101
202
101
102
100
200 |
Foundation 1
Foundation 2
Intro Art Ed
Currcm Instr
Teach Learn
Drawing 1
Drawing 2
Art Survey 1
Art Survey 2
Art Orient
Computer Art |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1
3 |
| 6 hours from 200- and 300-level AHS courses |
6
|
| 12 hours from |
|
ACR
AFA
ART |
211
221
231
211
217
221
231
231 |
Ceramics 1 (3)
Intro Metals (3)
Glass 1 (3)
Painting 1 (3)
Watercolor 1 (3)
Sculpture 1 (3)
Intr Prtmakg (3)
Photo 1 (3) |
12
|
| 6 hours from studio area specialty: two courses (plus one from above) in a single studio area (ceramics, drawing, metals, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and glass) |
6
|
|
|
|
55 hrs |
ALL-GRADE EDUCATION PROGRAM
| PREFIX |
NO |
SHORT TITLE |
CR HRS |
| Professional education sequence, 39 hours |
AED
EDFON
EDJHM
EDMUL
EDPSY
EDSEC
|
305
399
420
385
205
250
390
150
380 |
Teach Learn
Mth Mtrl Art
Fnds of Educ
Prin Mid Sch
Multi Educ
Hu Growth Dv
Educ Psychol
Basic Concpt
Prin Sec Sch |
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3 |
| Student teaching |
12 |
|
|
|
39 hrs |
| See Professional Education Assessment/Decision Points for additional information. |
ART: CRAFTS (ACR)
211 Ceramics 1. (3)
Basic hand-building techniques: wedging, slab, coiling, and pinch methods. Glazes, slips, bisquing, and firing will be part of the studio experience.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202.
221 Introduction to Metals. (3)
Introduction to jewelry and object making using metal. Emphasis on design and the techniques of sawing, soldering, forming, bezel setting, chain and wire working, as well as other basic processes.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202.
Open only to art majors and minors.
231 Glass 1. (3)
Introduction to studio glass, history, and practice. Emphasis on beginning techniques of blown glass and cold working processes.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202.
Open only to art majors.
300 Craft Workshop. (1- 3)
A hands-on workshop experience to focus on the development of specialized skills and techniques that applies to the studio areas of ceramics or metals. Specific content will be announced before each offering. A particular topic can only be taken once.
Prerequisite: to be announced before each offering.
A total of 3 hours of credit may be earned.
Open only to art majors.
312 Ceramics: Throwing 1. (3)
Beginning throwing; use of the potter’s wheel to develop skills in throwing. A continued study of form, glaze, and idea.
Prerequisite: ACR 211.
Open only to art majors and minors.
313 Ceramics: Hand Building 1. (3)
Continued study of hand building methods as well as form, idea, and glazing techniques.
Prerequisite: ACR 211.
314 Ceramics: Throwing 2. (3)
Use of the potter’s wheel to develop production form; continued study of form, glaze, and idea.
Prerequisite: ACR 312.
315 Ceramics: Hand Building 2. (3)
Continued study of hand building techniques to develop an integration of form, glaze, and idea. Individual problems will be set up according to student needs.
Prerequisite: ACR 313.
316 Glaze and Kiln Technology. (3)
Introduction to clays, ceramic chemicals, glaze calculation and kiln construction, technology, and firing processes.
Prerequisite: ACR 211 or permission of the instructor.
Open only to art majors and minors.
322 Metalsmithing and Dieforming. (3)
Introduction to metalsmithing including raising and dieforming; basic hammering and forming techniques will be covered.
Prerequisite: ACR 221.
Open only to art majors and minors.
323 Metals: Casting. (3)
Jewelry casting using the lost-wax investment technique. Production casting will be covered, including rubber-mold making and wax injecting for cast multiples.
Prerequisite: ACR 221.
Open only to art majors and minors.
324 Metals: Color. (3)
Color in metal, including enameling and aluminum and refractory metal anodizing.
Prerequisite: ACR 221.
Open only to art majors and minors.
332 Glass 2. (3)
Intermediate techniques of blown glass and cold glass fabrication, and introduction to studio equipment maintenance.
Prerequisite: ACR 231.
Open only to art majors.
333 Glass 3. (3)
Introduction to mold making and cast glass techniques.
Prerequisite: ACR 231.
Open only to art majors.
334 Glass 4. (3)
Advanced level blown glass and production techniques.
Prerequisite: ACR 332.
Open only to art majors.
335 Glass 5. (3)
Advanced level cast glass and cold glass fabrication.
Prerequisite: ACR 332, 333.
Open only to art majors.
415 Independent Study in Crafts. (1-3)
Designed for professionally oriented students allowing them to select and explore more intensively a special area.
Prerequisite: sponsorship by an art faculty member; permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
416 Ceramics: Throwing 3. (3)
An in-depth exploration of forming vertically and horizontally on the wheel; continued study of form, glaze, and idea.
Prerequisite: ACR 314.
417 Ceramics: Hand Building 3. (3)
Continued study of hand building techniques, form, and idea based on individual student needs.
Prerequisite: ACR 315.
418 Ceramics: Senior Project. (3)
Synthesis and culmination of studio experiences in the major content area, with a student exhibition as the concluding effort. In addition there must be documentation through slides, resume, and artist statement.
Prerequisite: ACR 416, 417; permission of the ceramics faculty and the department chairperson.
Open only to art majors.
425 Metals: Advanced Fabrication. (3)
Advanced construction techniques including catches, hinges, stone settings, etc. Basic forging will also be covered.
Prerequisite: ACR 323.
426 Metals: Advanced Surface Techniques. (3)
Advanced surface techniques including chasing and repoussé, metal inlays and laminations, patination, and other surface embellishments.
Prerequisite: ACR 324.
427 Metals: New Technologies. (3)
New technologies in metalsmithing. Extended study of contemporary technologies such as electroforming, plastics, and photoetching.
Prerequisite: ACR 425.
428 Metals: Senior Project. (3)
Synthesis of experience in metals culminating in an exhibition of work. In addition, there must be documentation through slide portfolio and resume. Should be taken during the final semester of undergraduate work.
Prerequisite: ACR 427; permission of the metals faculty and the department chairperson.
Open only to art majors.
436 Glass: Advanced Problems 1. (3)
Supervised individual studio techniques and studio equipment fabrication.
Prerequisite: ACR 334, 335.
Open only to art majors.
437 Glass: Advanced Problems 2. (3)
Supervised individual studio research and practice in preparation for Senior Project.
Prerequisite: ACR 436.
Open only to art majors.
438 Glass: Senior Project. (3)
Synthesis and culmination of studio experiences in glass culminating in an exhibition of work. Documentation of work, resume, and artist statement.
Prerequisite: ACR 437, 21 credit hours in glass; sponsorship by the glass faculty; permission of the department chairperson.
Open only to art majors.
498 Seminar in Crafts. (3-9)
Group or individual investigation and experience in various concepts, media, and techniques as related to the crafts.
Prerequisite: completion of 30 hours of art courses and permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned.
ART: DESIGN (ADS)
101 Foundations 1. (3)
Exploration of basic art principles, elements, and concepts emphasizing spatial organization of the two-dimensional plane. Also employs basic media, techniques, and tools emphasizing craftsmanship.
Parallel recommended: AFA 101.
Open only to art majors and minors.
102 Foundations 2. (3)
Continued exploration and application of basic art principles and elements to organize three-dimensional space. Also employs basic media, techniques, and tools with emphasis on artisanship.
Prerequisite: ADS 101.
Parallel recommended: AFA 202.
104 Color Theory and Design. (3)
Continued exploration and application of basic art principles and elements, with an in-depth study of contemporary color theory and practice, including the use of computer technology.
Prerequisite: AFA 202; ADS 102; ART 200; or permission of the instructor.
Open only to art majors and minors.
241 Introduction to Visual Communication. (3)
Introduction and orientation to concepts and skills necessary for visual communication in two and three dimensions. Fundamentals of structure, color, typography, and tools are emphasized.
Prerequisite: ADS 101, 102; AFA 101, 202.
Open only to art majors. Offered only fall semester.
242 Type and Image. (3)
Consideration of typography in relation to visual organization; color theory and its application to communication. Type and image are covered in experimental and practical formats.
Prerequisite: ADS 241; admission to the graphic design sequence through portfolio review.
Open only to visual communication majors.
300 Design Workshop. (1-3)
A hands-on workshop experience to focus on the development of specialized skills and techniques that apply to the area of design. Specific content will be announced before each offering. A particular topic can only be taken once.
Prerequisite: to be announced before each offering.
A total of 3 hours of credit may be earned.
Open only to art majors.
301 Visual Communication Technologies 1. (3)
Exploration of technology that could include beginning Web design, multimedia, motion graphics, and other relevant topics to the design discipline.
Prerequisite: to be announced before each offering.
Open only to visual communication majors.
302 Visual Communication Technologies 2. (3)
Exploration of technology that could include intermediate and advanced Web design, multimedia, motion graphics, and other relevant topics to the design discipline.
Prerequisite: to be announced before each offering.
Open only to visual communication majors.
341 Visual Communication 1. (3)
Exploration of creative thematic development through all stages of the design process. Technical elements of type specification, computer implementation, and graphic communication production.
Prerequisite: ADS 242.
Open only to visual communication majors.
342 Visual Communication 2. (3)
Concentrated problem analysis emphasizing symbology, typography, and image development. Continued integration of computers in the design process.
Prerequisite: ADS 341.
Open only to visual communication majors.
415 Independent Study in Design. (1-3)
Designed for professionally oriented students, allowing them to select and more intensively explore a special area.
Prerequisite: sponsorship by an art faculty member; permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
441 Visual Communication 3. (3)
Advanced problem solving in sequential and three-dimensional forms.
Prerequisite: ADS 342.
Open only to visual communication majors.
442 Visual Communication 4. (3)
Advanced problem solving in visual communication. Refinement of presentation techniques and resume and portfolio development.
Prerequisite: ADS 441.
Open only to visual communication majors.
443 Special Topics in Visual Communication. (3-9)
Intensive exploration of strategies and visual development within specific design areas. Could include computer, letterpress, exhibition and signage, packaging, typography, publications, illustration, or development of concept and content.
Prerequisite: ADS 341 or permission of the instructor.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned.
Open only to art majors.
471 Visual Communication Practicum. (3)
Problem solving within and/or outside of the university community. Group and/or individual projects for clients. Requires portfolio review and permission of the instructor.
Prerequisite: ADS 341.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors.
480 Senior Design Thesis. (3)
Intensive study with research and resolution of a current problem in visual communication as a capstone experience.
Prerequisite: ADS 342, sponsorship by an art faculty member; permission of the department chairperson.
Open only to visual communication majors.
498 Seminar in Design. (3-9)
Group or individual investigation and experiences in the fine arts beyond the scope of regular course work.
Prerequisite: completion of 30 hours of credit in art or permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned.
ART: EDUCATION (AED)
200 Understanding Art. (3)
Introduction to art history, art criticism, aesthetics, and studio art processes of drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Lecture and studio experiences integrate art criticism, aesthetics, and art history with hands-on studio art projects.
Not open to art majors.
201 Introduction to Art Education. (3)
Introduction to art education as a teaching profession. Emphasizes investigating artistic growth of normal and special populations and the materials, techniques, tools, art concepts, and strategies appropriate for teaching art to such students.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202.
Open only to art majors.
304 Art Curriculum and Instruction. (3)
Designed to develop the art students’ abilities to make art-curricular judgments by developing art-curriculum plans and designing art experiences.
Prerequisite: C or better grade in AED 201; admission to the teacher education program.
Open only to art majors.
305 Art Teaching and Learning Practicum. (3)
Direct experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating teaching strategies. Includes observation of students participating in art-related environment. Laboratory teaching time is arranged.
Prerequisite: C grade or better in AED 304.
Open only to art majors.
399 Classroom Use of Methods and Materials: Art. (3)
A study of methods, materials, curricula, and issues relating to high school and middle school level visual arts education.
Prerequisite: C or better grade in AED 305.
Open only to art majors.
415 Independent Study in Art Education. (1-3)
Permits professionally oriented art students to select and more intensively explore an area of art education.
Prerequisite: sponsorship of an art faculty member; permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to students with areas in art.
498 Seminar in Art Education. (1-9)
Topical seminar with emphasis on critical thinking and discourse as practices of the professional artist and art educator, including both group and individual investigation and experiences.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202; AHS 102.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned.
Open only to art majors.
ART: FINE ARTS (AFA)
101 Drawing 1. (3)
Introduction to drawing, the application of basic principles and elements of art as they relate to drawing concepts. Emphasizes development of perceptual awareness and familiarity with a broad range of media and techniques.
Parallel recommended: ADS 101.
Open only to art majors and minors.
202 Drawing 2. (3)
Life drawing. Intensive study of the human figure. Descriptive, expressive, and interpretive methods of imaging the figure are explored, and a variety of materials and techniques are introduced.
Prerequisite: AFA 101.
Parallel: ADS 102.
211 Painting 1. (3)
Introduction to painting: study of basic considerations of image making with oil paint. Focuses on media, techniques, design elements, and concepts.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202.
217 Watercolor 1. (3)
Introduction to materials and techniques of transparent watercolor as they apply to the solution of painting problems.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202.
221 Sculpture 1. (3)
Introduction to traditional and contemporary sculpture. The materials associated with additive, subtractive, and substitution techniques will be demonstrated.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202.
231 Introduction to Printmaking. (3)
Beginning printmaking techniques with an emphasis on intaglio and relief processes.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202.
300 Studio Workshop. (1-3)
A hands-on workshop experience to focus on the development of specialized skills and techniques that applies to the studio areas of fine art. Specific content will be announced before each offering. A particular topic can only be taken once.
Prerequisite: to be announced before each offering.
A total of 3 hours of credit may be earned.
Open only to art majors.
303 Drawing 3. (3)
Analytical and descriptive aspects of drawing are explored. Emphasizes thematic and conceptual development and encourages experimentation with a broad range of techniques and materials.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202.
304 Drawing 4. (3)
Drawing experiences exploring varied materials, methods, and concepts. Emphasizes developing a more personalized visual statement.
Prerequisite: AFA 303.
312 Painting 2: Figure Painting. (3)
Exploration of descriptive, expressive, and interpretive methods of painting the human figure in oils using a variety of techniques and approaches from both contemporary and historical sources.
Prerequisite: AFA 211.
Open only to art majors and minors.
313 Painting 3: Concepts and Context. (3)
Studio exercises, problems and critiques emphasizing continued mastery of skills in oil paint in relation to concepts, artists, and techniques of historical and contemporary painting.
Prerequisite: AFA 312.
Open only to art majors and minors.
314 Painting 4: Painting Media. (3)
Studio exercises, problems and critiques emphasizing acrylic and alkyd mediums and their characteristics. Continued development of technical skills, advanced color considerations, and the solution of pictorial problems with new emphasis on individual creative solutions.
Prerequisite: AFA 312.
Open only to art majors and minors.
315 Painting 5: Studio Practice. (3)
Application of technical painting skills to the development of individual conceptual goals as part of the practice of a professional artist.
Prerequisite: AFA 312.
Open only to art majors and minors.
317 Encaustics. (3)
Studio exercises, problems and critiques in relation to the ancient medium of encaustic (hot wax) painting. Develop technical skills with an emphasis on contemporary individual creative solutions.
Prerequisite: AFA 211.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors and minors.
318 Advanced Watercolor. (3)
Continued exploration of painting problems in watercolor with emphasis on traditional approaches to watercolor and the unique character of the medium.
Prerequisite: AFA 217.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors and minors.
319 Watermedia. (3)
Exploration of conceptual and physical properties unique to water-based media. Emphasis on developing a personal direction through subjects and themes.
Prerequisite: AFA 217.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors and minors.
322 Sculpture 2. (3)
Continued exploration of materials used in formal sculpture; welded and forged metal, wood construction and carving, stone carving, clay, wax, and plastic.
Prerequisite: AFA 221.
Open only to art majors and minors.
323 Sculpture: Introduction to Casting. (3)
Introduction to and emphasis on the basic techniques and concepts of mold making and casting aluminum, bronze, and plastics.
Prerequisite: AFA 221.
324 Sculpture: Wood. (3)
Introduction to wood fabrication, shaping, and finishing as it applies to functional and non-functional objects.
Prerequisite: AFA 221.
325 Sculpture: Casting and Mold Making. (3)
Continuation of AFA 323. Advanced casting and mold-making procedures. Individual development of the concepts and techniques associated with the casting process.
Prerequisite: AFA 323.
341 Intaglio Printmaking 1. (3)
Intermediate-level printmaking dealing with basic intaglio techniques. Emphasizes ability to deal creatively and conceptually with the technical process.
Prerequisite: AFA 231.
Open only to art majors and minors.
342 Intaglio Printmaking 2. (3)
Advanced printmaking dealing with basic intaglio techniques including line etching, drypoint, engraving, softground, and aquatint. Open-ended problem solving and in-depth study emphasizing the ability to deal creatively and conceptually with the technical process.
Prerequisite: AFA 341.
351 Lithography 1. (3)
Fundamental processes of drawing and printing lithographs using stones and aluminum plates. Drawing and painting techniques are used to develop images.
Prerequisite: AFA 231.
Open only to art majors and minors.
352 Lithography 2. (3)
Further development and investigation of the processes of lithography, including color. Exploration of stone and metal plate techniques.
Prerequisite: AFA 351.
361 Relief Printmaking 1. (3)
Fundamental procedures of relief printing from the woodblock and other surfaces emphasizing the use of color and new approaches. Developed images are expected to have a relationship to this print medium.
Prerequisite: AFA 231.
Open only to art majors and minors.
362 Relief Printmaking 2. (3)
Continuation of procedures of relief printing from the woodblock and other surfaces emphasizing the use of color and new approaches. Develop images that have a relationship to this print medium.
Prerequisite: AFA 361.
Open only to art majors and minors.
371 Serigraphy 1. (3)
Introductory printmaking dealing with the processes of serigraphy, including the basic stencil techniques and their variations, photo silk-screen processes, and the use of color. Emphasizes the ability to deal creatively with the silk-screen process; silk-screen as a fine art form.
Prerequisite: AFA 231.
Open only to art majors and minors.
372 Serigraphy 2. (3)
Continued exploration of printmaking in serigraphy designed to increase sophistication in serigraphic techniques, approaches, concepts, and use of color.
Prerequisite: AFA 371.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors and minors.
381 Bookmaking. (3)
Creative investigation of book structures (folded, glued, sewn) with an emphasis on integration of sequential imagery and type. A variety of media and approaches are presented including photo-etching and letterpress. Personal creativity is emphasized.
Prerequisite: AFA 231.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors.
405 Drawing 5. (3)
Continuation of the drawing experience for the more advanced emphasizing greater expertise in drawing skills while also encouraging research, experimentation, and thematic exploration.
Prerequisite: AFA 304.
406 Drawing 6. (3)
Advanced drawing, stressing problem solving and research with an increased expectation of aesthetic, technical, and conceptual proficiency with each successive enrollment.
Prerequisite: AFA 405.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
415 Independent Study in Fine Arts. (1-3)
Designed for professionally oriented students, allowing them to select and explore more intensively a special topic.
Prerequisite: sponsorship by an art faculty member and permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
416 Painting 6: Advanced Studio Practice. (3)
Individualized advanced-level problems in painting, continuing the emphasis on personal conceptual goals.
Prerequisite: completion of 18 hours in painting.
Open only to art majors.
426 Sculpture: Advanced Problems. (3)
Designed to extend technical understanding and aesthetic development beyond the fundamental level.
Prerequisite: AFA 322 or 323 or 324.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors and minors.
443 Intaglio Printmaking 3. (3)
Advanced printmaking emphasizing aesthetic decision making involving the intaglio process through the knowledge of technique and use of personal artistic choices.
Prerequisite: AFA 342.
Open only to art majors and minors.
444 Intaglio Printmaking 4. (3)
Application of the technical and aesthetic aspects of advanced intaglio printmaking emphasizing individualized instruction and problem solving.
Prerequisite: AFA 443.
Open only to art majors and minors.
453 Lithography 3. (3)
Investigation of additional drawing and painting techniques as they relate to lithography. Further development of printing skills and the lithographic image.
Prerequisite: AFA 352.
Open only to art majors and minors.
454 Lithography 4. (3)
Emphasizes color printing. More fully develops skills as an artist and as a printer in the lithographic medium.
Prerequisite: AFA 453.
Open only to art majors and minors.
487 Senior Project in Drawing. (3)
Synthesis and culmination of undergraduate studio experiences in drawing, with a student exhibition as the concluding effort.
Prerequisite: 18 credit hours in drawing, sponsorship by an art faculty member; permission of the department chairperson.
489 Senior Project in Painting. (3)
Synthesis and culmination of undergraduate studio experiences in painting, with a student exhibition and supporting written composition as the concluding effort.
Prerequisite: AFA 416, 18 credit hours in painting; sponsorship by an art faculty member; permission of the department chairperson.
491 Senior Project in Sculpture. (3)
Synthesis and culmination of undergraduate studio experiences in sculpture, with a student exhibition as the concluding effort.
Prerequisite: 21 credit hours in sculpture, sponsorship by a sculpture faculty member; permission of the department chairperson.
493 Senior Project in Printmaking. (3) Synthesis and culmination of undergraduate studio experience in printmaking, with a student exhibition as the concluding effort.
Prerequisite: 27 credit hours in printmaking, sponsorship by a printmaking faculty member, and permission of the department chairperson.
498 Seminar in Fine Arts. (3-9)
Individual investigation and experience in the fine arts.
Prerequisite: completion of 30 hours of credit in art; permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned.
ART: HISTORY (AHS)
100 Introduction to Art. (3)
Through a survey of art and artifacts from ancient through modern times and the historical and social elements that helped to shape them, course offers an introduction to understanding and appreciating painting, sculpture, and architecture.
Open only to students not majoring in art.
101 History of Art Survey 1. (3)
Introduction to art and architecture as social products of a global human history. Both the similarity and diversity of human social organizations and the role of visual culture in time will be discussed. Prehistoric, tribal, Asian, Ancient and European to the end of the Middle Ages.
Open only to art majors and minors.
102 History of Art Survey 2. (3)
Continuation of history of art survey sequence. Western art from the fifteenth century to the present.
Prerequisite: AHS 101.
Open only to art majors and minors.
200 Critical Perspectives on Contemporary Art. (3)
Basic art criticism applied to the critical analysis and investigation of contemporary art examples from western and non-western cultures and a range of artistic media. Course activities include lecture, group discussion, team presentations, and attendance of art events outside of class.
Open only to non-art majors.
201 Art Criticism and Meaning. (3)
Employs lecture, discussion groups, and critical writing to explore aesthetics and content in art, in response to texts in art history, theory, and criticism, case studies in art history, and developments in contemporary art.
Prerequisite: AHS 102.
Open only to art majors.
220 Art in the United States. (3)
Survey of the development of painting, sculpture, decorative arts, and architecture in the United States from the colonial period to the mid-twentieth century within the context of the country’s history, including social and cultural interests.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 102 or permission of the instructor.
Open to all students.
241 Gothic Art. (3)
Art and architecture in Europe from the twelfth-century beginnings of the French Gothic to the early fifteenth-century Flemish school. Emphasis on stylistic and technical innovations in the context of shifting ideals, patronage, and artistic production.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 101 or permission of the instructor.
Open to all students.
251 High Renaissance in Italy. (3)
Visual arts of Italy from the end of the fifteenth century to the end of the sixteenth century, with emphasis on production in Florence, Rome, and the Veneto. Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, Palladio, and their contemporaries are investigated in the context of patronage, studio practice, and the developments in art theory.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 102.
Open to all students.
252 Baroque and Rococo Art. (3)
Visual arts of western Europe from the 1590’s through the 1750’s as High Renaissance precedents were creatively transformed in response to such imperatives as the Counter-Reformation, absolute monarchy and rebellion, colonial empires, and free-market capital.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 102 or permission of the instructor.
Open to all students.
253 Neoclassicism and Romanticism. (3)
Visual arts of western Europe from 1750 to 1850, the time of the Enlightenment, the French Revolution, and Napoleonic empire, and the rise of England to global supremacy. Emphasis on the struggle in art between opposing poles of rationalism, historical precedent, and individualism.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 102 or permission of the instructor.
Open to all students.
255 Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. (3)
Exploration of the individual careers of artists associated with Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, including Monet, Renoir, Morisot, Degas, van Gogh, Gauguin, and others, within the context of contemporaneous society, scientific studies, and cultural transformations.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 102 or permission of the instructor.
Open to all students.
261 Twentieth-Century Art. (3)
Investigation of the stylistic, theoretical, and social dimensions of the visual arts through the 1900s, with emphasis on European avant-garde movements.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 102.
Open to all students.
263 Contemporary Art. (3)
Exploration of ideas, issues, and personalities involved with the production, reception, marketing, interpretation, and criticism of established and new media around the world in the generation of living artists.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 102.
Open to all students.
264 Film Analysis. (3)
Emphasizes understanding cinematic works through the analysis of styles and techniques employed by filmmakers. The historical evolution of these styles and techniques will be addressed, as well as social, cultural, and political influences.
Open to all students.
275 History of Photography. (3)
Survey of technical, aesthetic, theoretical, and social issues in photography throughout its history from the early nineteenth century to the digital age.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 102.
Open to all students.
290 Asian Art. (3)
General survey of art and architecture in south, southeast, central, and east Asia from the prehistoric era to the advent of the industrial era. Emphasizes characteristic forms, techniques, and art theory in the context of developments in society and religion.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 101 or permission of the instructor.
301 Special Topics in History of Art. (3)
Survey and investigation of a particular topic, problem, or issue in art history with emphasis on those not covered in other courses (women in art, history of museums and collecting, problems in methodology, etc.). Exact content will be announced before each offering. A particular topic can only be taken once.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 101 or permission of the instructor.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
310 History of Visual Communication. (3)
Detailed analysis of visual communication from the late nineteenth century to the present, with emphasis on European and American design. Influential movements, artists, designers, and technology that shape current design thinking will be highlighted.
Prerequisite: ADS 241 or permission of the instructor.
Open only to art majors.
311 History of Three-Dimensional Design. (3)
Interdisciplinary study of three-dimensional design and function as applied to furniture design, exhibition design, architecture, and decorative arts from the eighteenth century to the present with an emphasis on American and European design.
Prerequisite: AHS 102.
Open only to art majors and minors.
415 Independent Study in Art History. (1-3)
In consultation with faculty sponsor, a student may select and intensively explore a special topic.
Prerequisite: sponsorship by an art faculty member; permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
450 Art Museum Theory and Practice. (3)
Exploration of the art museum as a social institution: its history, principles, and operations. Paradoxes of function, and possible resolutions. Issues of audience. Organization, skills, and careers. Readings, discussion, and on-site activities.
Prerequisite: AHS 100 or 102.
480 Art History Senior Thesis. (3)
Synthesis and culmination of the undergraduate art history curriculum. Capstone experience will be an academic paper or curated exhibition (actual or virtual) which demonstrates the student's research, analytical, and writing abilities.
Prerequisite: AHS 101, 102; completion of 15 hours of art history; sponsorship by an art history faculty member; permission of the department chairperson.
Open only to art history majors.
498 Seminar in Art History. (3-9)
Advanced class investigation in the history of the visual arts.
Prerequisite: completion of 30 hours of credit in art or permission of the department chairperson
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned.
ART (ART)
100 Art Orientation. (1)
Introduces departmental, collegiate, and university courses, programs, practices, and policies. Explores majors, facilities, safety procedures, careers, and services available that concern art majors.
Parallel: ADS 101; AFA 101.
Open only to art majors.
200 Introduction to Computer Art. (3)
Introductory studio experience in the use of digital technology in the fine arts. Topics include digital imaging, motion graphics, editing, and computer animation. This course will also trace technologically driven art from pioneering efforts to current trends, and the central role played by computers in the field of electronic art.
Open only to art majors.
231 Photography 1. (3)
Introduction to photography as an expressive art form emphasizing the development of photographic vision as well as technical proficiency. Students furnish their own light meters and cameras with adjustable aperture, time setting, and focusing.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202.
Open only to art majors.
232 Photography 2. (3)
Emphasizes the further exploration of fine art photography, technical and aesthetic concerns of photographic image making, and an introduction to contemporary photographic history, theories, and issues.
Prerequisite: ART 231.
Open only to art majors.
233 Digital Imaging. (3)
Emphasizes fine art image making, focusing on the use of photographic images within the digital environment. Topics include: techniques and aesthetics of digital imaging, digital cameras, scanning, fine art printing, and color management. Subtle image enhancement to complex compositing and manipulation will be explored.
Prerequisite: ART 200, 231.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors.
299X Experimental/Developmental Topics. (0-6)
Topics relevant to the discipline. Course titles to be announced before each semester.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned.
300 Art Workshop. (1-3)
A hands-on workshop experience to focus on the development of specialized skills and techniques that apply to the studio areas of photography, animation and electronic art. Specific content will be announced before each offering. A particular topic can only be taken once.
Prerequisite: to be announced before each offering.
A total of 3 hours of credit may be earned.
Open only to art majors.
301 Advanced Computer Art. (3)
Topical expansion on the use of digital technology in the fine arts such as digital imaging, motion graphics, digital video editing, and computer animation. Specific content will be announced before each offering.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202; ART 200.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors.
311 Animation 1. (3)
Introduction to techniques and aesthetics of three-dimensional computer animation. Topics will include modeling, animation, surfaces, lighting, and rendering.
Prerequisite: ADS 102; AFA 202; ART 200.
Open only to electronic art majors.
312 Animation 2. (3)
Expands upon three-dimensional computer animation concepts and techniques while developing narrative and experimental structures. Continued exploration of modeling, lighting, surfaces, dynamics, particle animation, compositing, and character animation.
Prerequisite: ART 311.
Open only to electronic art majors.
313 Animation 3. (3)
Advanced investigation in three-dimensional computer animation. Exploration of topics such as inverse kinematics, expressions, character animation, compositing, motion capture, batch processing, and distributed rendering. Storytelling and experimental approaches will be further developed.
Prerequisite: ART 312.
Open only to electronic art majors.
321 Video and Intermedia Art 1. (3)
Comprehensive introduction to experimental video and its impact on contemporary new media art practices, surveying new media video art and artists in a range of formats including installation and performance. Technical demonstrations and workshops will cover camera, sound, lighting, pre-production and digital editing techniques.
Prerequisite: ART 200, 231.
Open only to art majors.
322 Video and Intermedia Art 2. (3)
Expands upon concepts, aesthetics, and techniques of time based art forms in which moving image and experimental electronic and digital media are primary elements of the work. Topics include digital video, digital imaging, motion graphics, interactive media, Internet art, installation, sound, performance, and new genres. Work and readings by artists working in electronic art and other new media art will be screened and discussed.
Prerequisite: ART 321.
Open only to art majors.
323 Video and Intermedia Art 3. (3)
Emphasizes the advanced exploration of specialized topics within electronic and intermedia art. The development and refinement of innovative techniques and concepts will be stressed. Works representing various genres of time based and interactive digital works will be screened throughout the semester.
Prerequisite: ART 322.
Open only to art majors.
330 Color Photography. (3)
Introduction to color printing and processing. Principles, techniques, and nuances of color photography are covered with emphasis on their fine art applications. Cameras with adjustable f-stops, shutter-speeds, and focus are necessary.
Prerequisite: ART 232.
Open only to art majors.
331 Photography 3: Studio. (3)
Emphasizes the creative potential of medium and large format photography as well as introducing artistic manipulation of lighting equipment in the studio and on location. Professional applications will also be addressed.
Prerequisite: ART 232.
Open only to art majors.
332 Photography 4: Special Topics. (3)
Investigation of a particular topic, problem, or issues in photography (alternative processes, performance, installation, mural printing, etc.). Specific content will be announced before offering. A particular topic can only be taken once.
Prerequisite: ART 331.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors.
369 Department of Art Internship. (3)
Ten or more weeks of supervised summer work-related experience. A selective review process must be passed before enrolling. Paid professional experience under supervision of department and professional sponsors.
Prerequisite: portfolio review by area faculty, overall grade-point average of 2.75, junior standing; permission of the department chairperson.
Open only to art majors.
370 Art Immersive Project. (1-6)
An interdisciplinary student-driven immersive art project that is guided by a faculty mentor.
Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
A total of 12 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 6 in any one semester or term.
413 Special Topics in Animation. (3-9)
Intensive investigation of a particular topic, problem, or project in animation. Specific content will be announced before offering. A particular topic can only be taken once.
Prerequisite: ART 311.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to electronic art majors.
414 Animation 4. (3)
Design and production of a collaborative or independent animation project. Projects can be produced independently or in collaboration with an interdisciplinary group of artists, animators, or composers. A pre-production package will be developed and approved by the instructor. Festival and exhibition opportunities will be explored.
Prerequisite: ART 313.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to electronic art majors.
415 Independent Study in Art. (1-3)
Advanced independent exploration of topics in photography, animation, video, or intermedia art.
Prerequisite: sponsorship by a faculty member and permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors.
424 Video and Intermedia Art 4. (3)
The development of a body of work refining approaches to video, electronic art and intermedia forms. Projects can be produced independently or in collaboration with an interdisciplinary group of artists, animators, or composers. All work will be produced in consultation with the instructor. External exhibition opportunities will be explored.
Prerequisite: ART 323.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors.
433 Directions in Photography. (3)
Major emphasis on the development of the individual aesthetic. Addresses artistic direction, motivations, discipline, craft, critical abilities, and articulation of ideas. Photographic media to be used is at the discretion of the student.
Prerequisite: ART 233, 331; completion of 15 hours of credit in photography.
Open only to art majors.
434 Advanced Directions in Photography. (3)
A continuation of ART 433; emphasis on the further maturation of artistic abilities and intellect. Preparation for senior exhibition and post-graduation issues will be addressed.
Prerequisite: ART 433.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors.
480 Senior Project in Photography. (3)
Synthesis and culmination of undergraduate studio experience in photography, with a student exhibition as the concluding effort.
Prerequisite: ART 433, completion of 21 hours of credit in photography, sponsorship by an art faculty member; permission of the department chairperson.
Parallel: ART 434.
Open only to art majors.
490 Senior Project in Electronic Art, Animation, and Video. (3)
Synthesis and culmination of undergraduate studio experiences in animation, video, or intermedia art, with a student exhibition as the capstone experience.
Prerequisite: ART 414 or 424, completion of 15 hours in option, sponsorship by an art faculty member; permission of the department chairperson.
Open only to electronic art majors.
498 Seminar in Art. (3)
Group or individual investigation and experiences in photography, animation, video, or intermedia art.
Prerequisite: completion of 30 hours of credit in art; permission of the department chairperson.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to art majors.