- Foundations of Visual Art

Institution:

The Evergreen State College

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Description:

Faculty: Matthew Hamon (photography, visual arts) , Shawn Ferris (F) (fine arts) , Susan Aurand, (visual arts) Class Standing: Sophomores and above; transfer students welcome. Prerequisites: Students should have at least one year of art experience in drawing, painting and art history and should present a portfolio of their work for review. Faculty signature required (see below). Faculty Signature: To obtain a faculty signature, students must present a portfolio that demonstrates some proficiency in drawing. For more information, contact Matt Hamon at hamonm@evergreen.edu or (360) 867-6550. Applications received by the Academic Fair, May 16, 2007, will be given priority. Qualified students will be accepted until the program fills. Foundations of Visual Art is the entry-level program for students who are interested in emphasizing the visual arts in their Evergreen education. This yearlong program offers an intensive introduction to making two- and three-dimensional art forms, while studying art history and aesthetics. The primary program goals are to develop visual literacy, to learn to use art materials to express one's ideas and to make a sustained visual investigation of ideas or topics through work in series. This program is designed for students who are passionate about art, open to new ideas and willing to take risks. Students must be able to do focused work for extended periods, to share their work with their peers and to actively support others' learning. The program functions as a community of working artists who are learning together and sharing ideas through intensive in-studio work and art history study. In fall quarter, students will build skills in drawing, painting and black-and-white photography. During winter quarter, students will advance these skills, begin to develop three-dimensional design and technical skills, and concentrate on developing a visualvocabulary through their own theme work. In spring quarter, students will continue their study of studio art and art history, focusing on developing a sustained body of work of two-dimensional and/or sculptural work in an approach of their choosing. Total: 16 credits each quarter. Enrollment: 40 Special Expenses: Approximately $300 to $350 each quarter for art supplies. Program is preparatory for careers and future studies in art, design, humanities and education. A similar program is expected to be offered in 2008-09.

Credits:

16.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.evergreen.edu

Phone Number:

(360) 867-6170

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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