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  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduction to the inherent qualities of the medium. The course examines the formal qualities of color, light, space, form, composition and point of view, and the role they play in expressive intent. The course emphasizes developing perceptual vision. Six studio hours weekly and independent work. Prerequisite: FA103 or 104. Non-art majors do not need FA103 or 104.
  • 4.00 Credits

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  • 3.00 Credits

    Comprehensive introduction to the basic printmaking disciplines (intaglio, relief) through traditional and contemporary techniques. Emphasizes the creative process, experimentation and exploration to encourage the development of style and image. Includes lectures on print history, group and individual critiques, and field trips to The Philadelphia Print Club and area galleries. Requires an additional studio fee. Six hours weekly and independent work. Prerequisite: FA103 or 104.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces and develops fundamental skills employed in the ceramic hand-building process inclding coil, pinch, slab building, and more. The focus of this class is on the development of skills of craftmanship and construction as well as other formal and technical aspects of making ceramic art. Students develop the skills needed to transform abstract ideas into tangible objects and build a vocabulary to facilitate informed discussion of ceramic art. Includes visual presentations that focus on historical and contemporary ceramics. Six studio hours weekly and independent work. Prerequisite: FA 103 or 104. FA 102 is recommended. Non-art majors do not need FA 103 or 104.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduction to the basic processes of metal working as they relate to making jewelry, objects of use such as vases and boxes, and small three dimensional designs. Encourages exploration of a wide range of projects to discover areas of special interest for creative development. Includes soldering, bending, casting and stone setting techniques. Six studio hours weekly and independent work. Prerequisite: FA103 or 104. FA102 is recommended.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Introduction to computer techniques traditionally associated with print media. Students work primarily with QuarkXPress as Adobe Illustrator to form the necessary technical skills needed in the production process. This course is intended to provide a firm base of technical skill that may be augmented later through the development of applied theoretical interests. Six studio hours weekly and independent work. Prerequisite: FA103 or 104 and recommended FA270.
  • 0.00 Credits

    Individual projects under the direction of the instructor. Includes instruction in a variety of techniques and media, individual and group critiques, and discussion of reading assignments. Topics vary according to the needs, backgrounds and goals of individual students. Recent topics have included painting, printmaking, photography, and art workshop in Scotland. Prerequisites: background in art fundamentals and permission of the instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    An introduction to the medium of photography covering the materials, processes, history and aesthetics of black and white photography. Emphasizes the essentials of 35mm camera operation, meter reading, film processing, paper development and portfolio preparation. Introduces the photographic image as a means of personal expression, through the use of the camera, light sensitive material, technical expertise and mind’s eye. Six critique, lecture and studio hours weekly, plus independent work.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Exploration of the aesthetics and the methodology of photo-journalism as an expressive and persuasive form of communication. Concentration is on the building of a coherent set of images revealing the photographer's stance toward the world, whether political, psychological or aesthetic. Includes assignments in black and white, as well as in color transparency film, portfolio reviews, slide presentations and readings. Develops the aesthetic and practical skills needed to prepare for, approach and complete documentary project. Six critique, lecture and studio hours weekly, plus independent work. Prerequisite: FA 208
  • 4.00 Credits

    Studio work which emphasizes continued development of perceptual vision. Subjects include, still life, landscape and the figure. Emphasis is placed on individual solutions to problems posed by the instructor or developed by the student. Three critique and lecture hours weekly plus independent work. Prerequisite: FA200.
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