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4.00 Credits
Advanced exploration of drawing as a creative quest for unique, self-directed personal expression. This course explores contemporary approaches to drawing, and encourages students to probe deeply into the creative process through assignments that challenge them to confront the nature of creativity Itself. Emphasis is also placed on developing a professional portfolio with a coherent body of work. Class hrs. 4. Prerequisite ART 102 Drawing II.
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4.00 Credits
Advanced exploration of painting as a vehicle of creative, self-directed expression. Students refine and master skills while exploring more contemporary approaches to painting, and experimenting with personal approaches. Emphasis on portfolio development and creation of a coherent body of work. Class hrs. 4. Prerequisite ART 104 Painting II.
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4.00 Credits
An advanced exploration of printmaking as a personalized vehicle of expression. Students explore contemporary approaches to printmaking, while developing a coherent body of work and a professional portfolio. Presses include Charles Brand and American French Tool etching presses and a large format electric book press. Class hrs. 4. Prerequisite: ART 111 Printmaking II or permission from Visual Arts Curriculum Chair.
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4.00 Credits
A continuation of Sculpture I and II, with increased emphasis on independent exploration by the student. More advanced techniques are combined with the development of an individual style of expression and a coherent body of work. Class hrs. 4. Prerequisite: ART 106 Sculpture II.
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6.00 Credits
The purpose of the Independent Study is to provide advanced students the opportunity to develop skills, techniques, and creative thinking on a one-on-one basis with a member of the Visual Arts faculty. The Independent Study is only available to students who have achieved a sufficient level of advancement in their area of concentration, and they must have the permission of the Visual Arts Curriculum Chair. An evaluation procedure is established at the first student/faculty meeting. A maximum of 6 credits is available.
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the fundamentals of 3D design. Working with a range of traditional and non-traditional media, students examine relationships of form and space, and explore threedimensional visual communication using elements such as line, plane, surface, and light. Design projects range from small constructions on an intimate scale to large conceptual installations. Emphasis on the development of a visual vocabulary and a facility with the language of art and design. No previous art experience is necessary. Class hrs.4. Offered spring semester.
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3.00 Credits
Well designed typography is essential to any visual medium that uses text, including video, film, print publication, and the Internet. This course is an in depth exploration of type as form. Students begin with a close study of letterforms followed by projects that explore basic principles of typography such as hierarchy and alignment, visual sequences, and grid systems. An essential course for students interested in pursuing a career in Graphic Design. Software: Adobe InDesign. Class hrs. 3. Not offered every semester. * Printmaking is the technical and aesthetic area of the visual arts in which the artist draws on (or otherwise manipulates) a print surface of some kind (such as a linoleum block or piece of etching zinc). Original works, resembling drawings, are created by applying ink to the incised (or otherwise treated) print surface and pressing paper against it.
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to word/image relationships and the fundamental principles of communication design. Students develop visual concepts by designing logos and symbols, and apply principles of spatial organization through page layout projects. Computers are used extensively and augmented by traditional studio techniques. History of typography and design is also introduced. Class hrs. 4.
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4.00 Credits
Intermediate study of word/image relationships in a variety of formats. Emphasis on developing concepts and creating communicative forms. Topics include brochures, advertising, and packaging. Computers are used extensively and augmented by traditional studio techniques. History of typography and design is explored. Class hrs. 4. Prerequisite: ART 265 Graphic Design I, or permission of instructor.
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2.00 Credits
Both realistic and abstract subject matter are studied, with emphasis on analysis, interpretation, evaluation, and the development of an independent style and expression. Various painting techniques and media are explored.
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