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This course will be a rigorous examination of the possibilities of drawing with watercolor. We will do a lot of work outside and there will be an emphasis on unorthodox use of the watercolor medium. Because the basis of watercolor is sound drawing, there will be considerable instruction and practice in drawing fundamentals such as perspective, value, composition, scale, rendering, etc. Recommended prequisite: VISA 0100, 0110, or comparable foundation level course is expected.
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This studio course addresses basic sculptural methods, i.e., additive and subtractive modeling, casting, and assemblage, and common sculptural materials, i.e., wood, metal, plaster, and found objects. Demonstrations and workshops on a number of sculptural tools and materials form the foundation for this studio. Students develop sculptural solutions to a given set of problems. Contemporary issues raised in critiques and readings. Extensive outside work is expected. Students are invited to take this course more than once, as the problems can be customized for those with more experience. Pre-requisite: VISA 0100 or 0110 or VISA 0130. 10 seats will be available during pre-registration. Students who are not admitted during pre-registration or were unable to pre-register should attend the first meeting of the class.
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This studio course explores a number of contemporary sculptural theories and practices. Students develop sculptural solutions to a given set of problems, using materials and methods of their choosing. Contemporary issues raised in critiques and readings. Completion of VISA 1410 or comparable experience in some type of three-dimensional practice is suggested, but not required. Demonstrations and workshops on a number of sculptural tools and materials will be given as needed. Students are invited to take this course more than once, as the problems can be customized for those with more experience. Extensive outside work expected. Prerequisite: VISA 0100 or VISA 0110 or VISA 0130. 10 seats will be available during pre-registration. Students who are not admitted during pre-registration or were unable to pre-register should attend the first meeting of the class.
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This is an intensive studio course requiring a considerable out of class time commitment.
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Introductory course in black and white photography, emphasizing core photographic concepts, possibilities, history, genres, technical information, and techniques. A variety of lens-less and lens based exercises will be introduced blurring the boundaries between the “traditional” sense of photography (as means of mechanical reproduction) and other studio based media such as drawing or painting. Large and medium format cameras will be introduced, but students should have their own 35 mm film camera. Pre-requisite: VISA 0100 or 0110. This course restricted to 15 VISA or Art Semiotic Concentrators, and others by permission of the instructor. 10 seats will be available during pre-registration. Students who are not admitted during pre-registration or were unable to pre-register should attend the first meeting.
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Will explore digital image processing in color and B&W. Using digital cameras, computer editing software, digital printing, as well as critical analysis of computer digitized images will be covered. The execution of visual problems and in-class presentations as well as theoretical readings allow students to examine the content and function of digital imaging technology and production in modern photography. A digital SLR type camera is required. Prerequisite: VISA 0100, VISA 0110, or VISA 0120. Prerequisite: VISA 0100, VISA 0110, or VISA 0120.
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0.00 - 1.00 Credits
This studio course provides an overview of contemporary sound art and sound installation, facilitates the development of site-based sonic artwork, and encourages a critical approach to sound and audio practice. Work will be developed for and from specific sites with special emphasis placed on modes of listening and the physical characteristics of sound itself. Examples of site-specific sound work in a variety of formats including performance, installation, sculpture, literature, and radio are presented and analyzed. Readings and assignments will coincide with these areas and regular listening exercises are incorporated throughout the class. The format for the class includes lectures and discussions, lab time, and technical training in sound production as necessary for the production of sound-based works. Prerequisite: VISA 0120. This course restricted to 15 students. 10 seats will be available during pre-registration. Students who are not admitted during pre-registration should attend the first meeting. May be repeated once for credit.
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0.00 - 1.00 Credits
This semester will focus on the theme of Physical Computing. This studio course is an intensive introduction to electronic devices for use in artmaking and includes hands-on experience working with sensors, motors, switches, gears, lights, simple circuits, microprocessors and hardware-store devices to create kinetic and interactive works of art. Demonstrations, lectures and critical discussion of work will be given to develop concepts and technical skills. Prerequisite: VISA 0120.
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0.00 - 1.00 Credits
Topics change from year to year and instructor to instructor. In each session enrollment is limited to 20. Written permission will be given after the first meeting. Topics might include: Public Art, Problems of Documentary, Approaches to Digital Cinema, the Radiophonic and Radio, Accessorizing, Painting, Installation of Mixed Media, etc.
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0.00 - 1.00 Credits
This studio course will examine the crossover between decorative arts and painting. Drawing upon sources such as fashion, textiles, adornments, jewelry, furniture, hair and architecture we will study how design aesthetics demonstrate class, position, lineage or a particular period in the history of painting and embellishment. Students will be encouraged to experiment with a wide variety of media and work on projects based on their selected researched subject areas. Enrollment limited to 14 Visual Art concentrators. Prerequisite: VISA 1310.
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