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3.00 Credits
Three Credits An introduction to the study of photography as a means of creative expression. Students will explore basic concepts, processes, and techniques including camera usage, exposure controls, film development, darkroom procedures, and print presentation. Developing and printing black and white photographs will be an integral part of the course. Creative exploration through specific assignments will form the basis for development of aesthetic criteria. No previous photographic experience is assumed. Students must supply their own cameras with adjustable apertures and shutter speeds. Offered every semester.
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3.00 Credits
Three Credits LA This course studies the history of painting, sculpture, and architecture from prehistory and Ancient Egypt to the cathedrals of medieval Europe with an emphasis on the relationship between the arts, societal values, and religious beliefs. Offered every semester. (Fulfills the Core/LS requirement for Fine Arts.)
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3.00 Credits
Three Credits LA This course studies the history of painting, sculpture, and architecture from the revival of Greco-Roman humanism in the Renaissance to the development of abstract art in the early 20th century. The arts will be considered in relation to the religious upheaval of the Reformation of the 16th century and the social revolutions of the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. Offered every semester. (Fulfills the Core/LS requirement for Fine Arts.)
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3.00 Credits
Three Credits A foundation course which investigates the elements and principles of designing with sculptural forms. Through a series of hands-on projects and regular group critiques, students will develop the skills necessary for creating in three dimensions. Offered every semester. Note: This course explores traditional, not digital, techniques. Prerequisite: ART 101
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Three Credits The fundamental skills acquired in Basic Painting will be reviewed and built upon. Assignments will continue the exploration of different approaches and different sources of inspiration for painting, including working from the figure. Students will gain an awareness of the growth and range of painting in the 20th century. Offered every semester. Prerequisite: ART 111
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3.00 Credits
Three Credits This course builds upon the experience gained in Basic Drawing. Exploration of the expressive range of drawing in a variety of media and techniques. Offered every spring. Prerequisite: ART 110
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3.00 Credits
Three Credits A further exploration of spatial concepts as they relate to sculptural form. More sophisticated issues concerning the expressive characteristics and structural possibilities of materials will be investigated. Projects will be directed toward the pursuit of personal interpretation. Appropriate techniques and materials will be examined on an individual basis. Prerequisite: ART 105
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3.00 Credits
Three Credits This course introduces the student to basic principles, materials, and techniques used in printmaking. Individual instruction will be directed toward each student's development of a strong personal statement. Through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on experiences, students will become familiar with both traditional and contemporary approaches. Offered every year. Prerequisites: ART 101, ART 110 or permission of instructor
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3.00 Credits
Three Credits This course is designed to introduce students to the study of the human figure, applying the skills and techniques acquired in Basic Drawing. Although this course covers fundamental human skeletal and muscular structure, its focus is on learning to represent the expressive nature of the human figure through various drawing techniques and the development of individual style. Offered every year. Prerequisite: ART 110
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3.00 Credits
Three Credits This course provides an overview of the Graphic Design field, emphasizing basic lettering and typography, production, and design skills. Assigned projects furnish an understanding of the designer's creative process-the progressive steps from research, thumbnails, and roughs through the finished mechanicals. A strong digital component builds a relationship between analog and computer-related skills. Students are encouraged to approach problem solving in an imaginative yet professional manner. Offered every semester. Prerequisites: ART 101, ART 231
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