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  • ART S250: Watercolor

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    A basic course in the history, techniques, and applications of the watercolor medium. Both traditional and contemporary methods are explored in depth. Equal emphasis is given to the problem of color, drawing, composition, and painting concepts. Classwork involves still life, the human figure, indoor and outdoor environments, and painting from imagination. Slide presentations also are an integral part of the course. Course aim is to give the student artist the technical skill and the aesthetic understanding of this important medium. Prerequisite: Some knowledge of drawing and/or painting principles would be helpful.
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  • ART S261: Printmaking

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    An exploration of various printmaking techniques, including screen printing, monotype, relief printing, drypoint, etching, and collograph. Emphasis is on understanding the social and artistic concerns of producing imagery in multiples.
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  • ART S266: Wheelworking

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    An intensive introduction to working on the potter's wheel. Students learn the basic techniques of centering, opening and raising the walls of pots. Once familiar with these techniques, students learn how to create such functional objects as plates, bowls, mugs, teapots and other lidded vessels. The wheel is also considered as a tool for making more sculptural works. While being exposed to a full range of historical and contemporary pottery, students develop a personal sense of material, form, and design along with methods of glazing and firing. Prerequisite: ARTS 241 Ceramics or ARTS 203 Three-Dimensional Design, or permission of the instructor.
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  • ART S290: Study Tour:Art & Architecture

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    A studio art or art history course taught through an extensive field trip or series of field trips, in addition to more traditional methods of teaching. Students gain direct experience of art and architecture in historic, social, and geographic contexts. The topics/locations may vary from year to year and are announced in the course schedule bulletin. This course, in a different topic/location, may be repeated for credit.
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  • ART S301: Color Theory

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    A study of color focusing on major color theories, including those of Itten, Muncell, and Albers. Students examine the physical properties and psychological aspects of color in artistic expression. Lectures, discussions, presentations, and studio projects explore color contrasts and relationships. Media used are collage and water-based paints. Note: Credit will not be given for both this course and 11.401 Color.
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  • ART S305: Comix and Graphic Novels

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    A study of the methods and techniques of sequential narration within the contemporary art forms of comix and graphic novels. The focus of this course is on the development of a personal vision in the crafting of illustrated stories. Students are exposed to a variety of media possibilities while exploring the dynamics of pacing, framing, and the interaction of text and image. Prerequisite: ARTS 211 Drawing I
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  • ART S307: Functional Ceramics

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    An exploration of the creative possibilities within studio production ceramics. Emphasis is on the design and fabrication of a complete dinnerware set. Additional smaller sets of various types are also assigned. Students work with appropriate glazing and firing methods for functional ceramics. Prerequisite: ARTS 241 Ceramics or ARTS 266 Wheelworking
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  • ART S308: Woodcut

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    A study of woodblock relief printing techniques including black and white, reduction, multi-block, jigsaw, monotype/monoprint, and mixed media manipulation. Students explore the creative possibilities of the medium by developing a portfolio of color and black and white woodcuts. Note: Students may not receive credit for both ARTS 308 and 11.263 Woodcut. Prerequisite: ARTS 211 Drawing I.
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  • ART S310: Art and Motion

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    A course in which students create simple sculptural forms and bring them to life by photographically recording their movements over time. Students learn to manipulate these sequences into short animated narratives using editing software. Students also learn to create and record their own sound effects in conjunction with audio software. The course is designed not only to introduce students to the world of animation as an artistic form, but also to provide them with the experience and skills to experiment with artwork digitally in a time-based aesthetic approach. Students meet artists and engineers working in animation and digital media. Prerequisite: ARTS 211 Drawing I or permission of the instructor
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  • ART S312: Drawing II

    3.00 Credits
    Framingham State University

    A focus on the imaginative and sensitive communication of ideas through skillful drawing. Consideration is given to expressive interpretation of the human figure, landscapes, objects, and abstract concepts. Particular emphasis is placed upon drawing from the figure. An extensive project is required along with an end of course portfolio. Prerequisite: ARTS 211 Drawing I.
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