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4.00 Credits
Independent research, writing, or other preparation leading to the culmination of the senior honors project. Every semester. (1-4 credits)
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4.00 Credits
This studio course is an introduction to a variety of drawing media and techniques. Three basic approaches are pursued: drawing as observation and analysis, drawing as problem solving and invention, and drawing as independent expressive statement. Students explore a variety of themes and subject matter, including the human figure. Theoretical components include group critiques and slide lectures. Two three-hour periods per week. Every semester. (4 credits)
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4.00 Credits
A philosophical approach to understanding creative arts, relating art to a larger context, the creator to the viewer; and to the social and psychological. The major thrust of the course is a fundamental grasp of concepts and elements in order to gain a critical and analytical approach to appreciating and communicating artistic concepts and aesthetics. The course is comprised of activities, papers, guest lectures, films, and various investigation of disciplines and genres of creative arts. Three hours per week. Every semester. (4 credits)
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4.00 Credits
This course surveys the visual and material culture of Europe and the Middle East from the Paleolithic through the late Medieval period. We consider the material remains of Prehistoric Europe, the Ancient Near East, Egypt, the Aegean, Greece, Etruria, and Rome; early Christianity, Judaism and Islam; and Early Medieval, Romanesque and Gothic Europe from a contextual perspective, in order to recover the meanings of works of art within the cultures that produced them. A special focus is placed on the appropriation of these objects and images in later Western culture. Fall semester. (4 credits)
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4.00 Credits
This course provides a broad thematic survey of artistic production in China from prehistoric jades to experimental installations in contemporary Beijing. While encouraging the close analysis of visual materials and exploring the methods appropriate to interpreting works of art, this course also emphasizes the specific historical, political and religious contexts that made, used and inspired these materials. Topics include the funerary art of early tombs, Buddhist cave temples and monumental ink landscape paintings. Fall semester. (4 credits)
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4.00 Credits
This course provides a survey of the art and architecture of Japan from the archaic pottery of the Jomon period to the impact of Japanese animation on the global art market. While the chronological scope of this course is defined broadly, works of art are studied within their specific social, religious, and political settings. Topics include Zen temple gardens, the decoration of feudal castles, woodblock prints of the pleasure quarters and contemporary Japanese manga ( comics) culture. Spring semester. (4 credits)
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4.00 Credits
This course is an introduction to fibers as an expressive medium. The techniques of on-loom and off-loom weaving, surface design, dyeing, paper making, felt making, stitching and container forms will be explored. The course emphasizes creative, imaginative, and original applications of traditional techniques. Two three-hour periods per week. Every semester. (4 credits)
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2.00 - 3.00 Credits
An introduction to the studio practice of painting, using oil paint on a variety of supports ranging from paper, board and canvas to non-traditional painting surfaces. Exploration of the practical techniques and mechanics of painting as well as a consideration of content and meaning. Readings and class discussions of historical and contemporary painting practices and issues will develop a visual vocabulary as well as critical/theoretical knowledge to complement technical skills. Slide lectures, critiques and a gallery/museum visit will supplement studio work. Three two-hour periods per week. Prerequisite: Art 130 or permission of instructor. Every semester. (4 credits)
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to a basic visual language of sculpture and an exploration of the creative process and the nature of materials. The course includes training in the safe use of a range of hand and power tools, in support of a series of projects in wood, clay, and other sculptural media. Every semester. (4 credits)
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4.00 Credits
A hands-on introduction to original printmaking in the media of relief, etching, lithography and handset type. Included are discussions of aesthetics, the impact of printed imagery on our society, printmaking practices from around the world and field trips to local exhibits and museum collections. Emphasis is on individual expression and appropriate techniques for the content. Two three-hour periods per week. Every semester. (4 credits)
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