ART 359 - Advanced Topics in Studio Art:Scientific Illustration

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St Mary's College of Maryland

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Description:

The interdisciplinary field of scientific illustration will be explored through practical work, assigned readings, field trips and visits from experts in the field. Skills to observe and illustrate biological, anthropological, archaeological and/or other scientific materials will be developed through individual and small-group exercises. These exercises will illustrate a variety of different methods and techniques used in scientific illustration, and will help to hone observational and artistic skills. Working directly with a faculty member, professional scientist or illustrator, each student will complete a final project to be used in a publication, laboratory notebook or public display. Required co-requisite: BIOL 380: Topics in Biology: Scientific Illustration. Prerequisite: ART 204 and consent of instructors. Co-requisite: BIOL 380. Topics in Biology: Scientific Illustration (2).

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smcm.edu

Phone Number:

(240) 895-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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