Course Descriptions

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ART

ART115/116/117 Basic Design
3 credits/term (3 lec, 3 TBA lab hrs/wk)
Employs exercises developed to motivate individual creativity and experimentation in a variety of media. Must be taken in sequence.
ART115 - Introduces principles and concepts of shape, line, texture, design, structure, unity and proportion in black and white.
ART116 - Introduces more complex principles of design, color, and composition. Includes color properties, combination, relatedness, proportions, and interaction
Also offered as ART116A, B, C in one-credit modules
Prerequisite: ART115 with a “C” or better.
ART117 - Focus on three-dimensional concepts, including mass, spaces, and texture. Investigation of unity, variety, and balance and the physical and psychological effects of those concepts. Greater experimentation and creativity is expected.
Prerequisite: ART116 with a “C” or better.

ART131/132/133 Introduction to Drawing
3 credits/term (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Beginning course that explores form and space on a two-dimensional surface. Innovative, right-brain exercises allow training in basic drawing skills of observation, selection, representation, perception, and hand-eye-mind coordination. Emphasizes composition, the understanding of visual form, and skill mastery of complex form
relationships in light and space.
Also offered as ART131A, B, C in one-credit modules.

ART181A, B, C Introduction to Painting A, B, C
1 credit/term (1 lec, 2 lab hrs/wk)
A continuation to explore visual representation on a two-dimensional surface. Oil or acrylic paints for space division, color, and surface treatment will be used. Both lecture and studio activity are involved weekly.

ART184A, B, C Watercolor Basics I, II, III
1 credit/term (1 lec, 2 lab hrs/wk)
Introduces principles and concepts of watercolor at a beginning level.
ART184B - The study of color, composition, and value control are emphasized.
Prerequisite: ART184A.
ART184C - Special attention given to experimental techniques, and history, and use of egg as a binder.
Prerequisite: ART184B.

ART185A, B, C Watercolor Basics IV, V, VI
1 credit/term (1 lec, 2 lab hrs/wk)
A continuation of the active participation of each student in painting experience aimed at developing visually coordinated skills in watercolor. The study of color theory, color schemes, composition, and value control is emphasized.
Prerequisite: ART184C.

ART191/192 Beginning Sculpture
3 credits/term (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Demonstrates techniques, processes, and materials in sculpture.
ART191 - Explores a variety of media and sculptural concepts, emphasizing
the discipline and processing of handling the tools and additive materials of clay and wire, subtractive qualities of stone and clay.
ART192 - Further develop aesthetic awareness and perceptions about three-dimensional form. Bronze casting introduced with wax process.

ART198/298 Independent Study in Art
1-3 credits (hrs to be arranged)
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.

ART204/205/206 History of Western Art: Introduction to Art History
3 credits/term (3 lec hrs/wk)
The History of Western Art is a survey of the traditions, movements, and developments in art and architecture of the western world.
ART204 - Introduces the study of art history and the elements of art, then
surveys the history of Western Art from prehistory through Early Christian Art.
ART205 - Survey of the history of art from the Early Middle Ages through the Baroque.
ART206 - Survey of Western Art from Neoclassicism to the present.

ART244 Bronze Casting
3 credits (6 lec-lab hrs/wk)
All aspects of the bronze casting process will be covered including mold making, wax pattern production, investment/ ceramic shell processes, bronze casting, welding and metal chasing, bronze patina, and final installation of the finished sculpture.

ART250/251/252 Beginning Ceramics I, II, III
3 credits/term (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Introduces materials, methods, and techniques of pottery design and construction.Exercises encourage the development of skills with ceramic materials, stoneware, and raku firing techniques.
ART250 - Includes hand building methods and beginning wheel work.
ART251 - Includes wheel throwing and glaze application.
ART252 - Includes continuation of wheel projects, decorating techniques, stoneware and raku firing process, skill development, and personal style.

ART253/254/255 Intermediate Ceramics
3 credits/term (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Demonstrates construction techniques and methods used to design, shape, and form pottery. Includes wheel throwing, pottery decoration, glaze calculation, and firing.
ART253 - Students develop greater creativity, skill building, and use of ceramic equipment.
Prerequisites: ART250, ART251, and ART252 or portfolio examples.
ART254 - Students provide studio demonstrations developed to encourage creativity, skill building, and use of ceramic equipment.
Prerequisite: ART253.
ART255 - Prepares students for self-directed artistic expression and creativity. Skill and use of ceramic equipment are developed to a point of independence.
Prerequisite: ART254.

ART280 Field Experience
1-3 credits/term (3-9 lab hrs/wk)
Students can take up to nine credits maximum. Practical, on-site experience in art
education, graphics or art-related areas under the joint supervision of an advisor and a sponsoring professional. (Museum and gallery experience, retail art supply experience, professional studio artist, art educator apprenticeship)
Prerequisite: Instructor consent.

ART281/282/283 Painting (Beginning)
3 credits/term (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Offers visual observation and composition of selected subjects using oil or acrylic media. Second and third quarter continues technique and color control on a two-dimensional surface.

ART284/285/286 Painting (Intermediate)
3 credits/term (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Offers visual observation and composition of selected subjects using oil or acrylic media. Emphasis will be given to individual needs and interests in painting.
Prerequisites: ART281/282/283.

ART291/292/293 Sculpture
3 credits/term (2 lec, 4 lab hrs/wk)
Explores three-dimensional shapes and forms in greater depth and intensity from previous year.
ART291 - Students assess personal strengths and weaknesses to establish a plan for building skills. They become mentors to new sculpture students,
thereby strengthening the critical eye.
Prerequisites: ART191, 192 or 193 with a “C” or better.
ART292 - Includes casting processes and materials. Continues mold making techniques with an emphasis on creativity and exploration of media.
ART293 - Students achieve full independence in studio processes. They have a greater role in communicating their design understanding beyond the studio to improve the visual aesthetics of a larger community.

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