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3.00 Credits
Survey of the art and architecture of the Medieval period in Europe from the fourth through the fourteenth century. All major periods and styles covered. Architecture is stressed, but emphasis is also placed on painting, sculpture, mosaics, ivory carving, manuscript illumination and stained glass. Prerequisite: ART 100.
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3.00 Credits
Survey of the art and architecture of Italy and Northern Europe from the end of the Middle Ages, or the Late Gothic period, to about 1775. Major styles of the Renaissance and Baroque periods are covered. Course Objectives (1) Study in-depth the developments in primarily Italian painting and sculpture of the 15th and 16th centuries. (2) Identify major artists of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. (3) Be familiar with this rich cultural period, and the role the Renaissance artist played in its emergence out of the Dark Ages. (4) Utilize this new understanding of a foreign culture and time period, and apply to his/her current culture.
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3.00 Credits
Survey of the painting, sculpture, and architecture of Europe and America from about 1775 to the present. Dominant movements and themes of the Modern period are presented. The twentieth century is discussed with regard to new attitudes toward the nature, functions and materials of art and architecture. Course Objectives (1) Begin to not only identify and interpret, but to understand the complexities of modern art. (2) Cultivate a critical response regarding modernity's broader applications - beyond the scope of the visual arts. (3) Examine critical issues by focusing on important artists from twelve or more major periods. (4) Understand the relevance of modern art to our time through its relationship to culture, past and present.
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3.00 Credits
Survey of American painting, sculpture and architecture from the seventeenth century Colonial period to 1900, presented in relation to a changing cultural, social and philosophical background. Architecture in a variety of styles and developments will also be examined. Nineteenth century painting is emphasized as the first great indigenous style in American art. Course Objectives (1) Be introduced to predominant strains of visual arts in America. (2) Understand the importance of American painting as well as sculpture and architecture from Early Colonial period on through to modern developments. (3) Identify 19th century painting and its roots, with consideration for concurrent European styles.
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3.00 Credits
An advanced studio course designed to explore and expand upon previously learned skills such as gesture, value studies, and the figure. Slide lectures, critiques, field trips will be included, as well as specific advanced exercises designed to heighten investigation in seeing Course Objectives (1) Expand upon Art 213 exercises and the essential (beginning) experience that is drawing. (2) Achieve more familiarity with the act of drawing. (3) Have an increased level of creativity and freedom resulting from disciplined practice. (4) Develop the quality and range of chosen media. (5) Develop technical skill through more rigorous exercises.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the fundamental principles of drawing the human form. Students study systems of measurement, learn the importance of gesture as a framework for proportion and movement and model structure with light and tone. Human muscular and skeletal anatomy is studied in order to create convincing drawing from observation and invention. Prerequisite: ART 213. Course Objectives (1) Use gesture drawing as the framework for building a figure (2) Identify and draw major anatomical landmarks such as skeletal and muscle structures (3) Exhibit understanding of systems of human proportion (4) Place figures accurately within perspective space (5) Demonstrate knowledge of how to measure spatial relationships between body structures (6) Exhibit understanding of life drawing techniques (7) Exhibit understanding of basic techniques for drawing from imagination and invention.
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
This interdisciplinary course will fulfill an art history requirement and will highlight lectures given by professional women playwrights, artists, art historians, dancers, musicians, and composers. Course Objectives (1) Investigate cultural, societal, educational, and philosophical concerns of the woman artist, and the problems therein. (2) Question the existence of a double standard and its effect on both originality and success. (3) Question whether women's art must necessarily be Feminist. (4) Discuss the issues and obstacles experienced by women artists, illuminated by an in-depth study of major artists' works. (5) Be more critically aware of issues surrounding the woman artist and the role she and her work have on culture and society.
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
Selected Topic in ART
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0.00 Credits
A study of classical ballet technique and theory with an emphasis on proper placement and correct execution. Class placement is determined by student potential and previous training. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Recognize the necessity of maintaining body alignment appropriate to ballet while performing complex movement sequences. (2) Demonstrate time, space, and energy when performing dance steps. (3) Perform positions and patterns using principles governing classical ballet such as stance, alignment, turn out, balance, weight transfer, weight distribution, and coordination. (4) Integrate the three oppositions of the torso to leg into barre and center work through grande allegro: 1.) ankle vs. same hip; 2.) leg vs. opposite side (vertical); 3.) leg vs. opposite back, rotation pressure (horizontal). (5) Demonstrate an ability to perform ballet techniques with a sense of dynamics, musicality, and artistry. (6) Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the ballet terminology. (7) Contribute and work cooperatively with classmates. (8) Identify areas needing change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (9) Increase intellectual awareness of the field through assignments.
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0.00 Credits
Continued study of classical ballet technique and theory with an emphasis on proper placement and correct execution at novice to intermediate level. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Recognize the necessity of maintaining body alignment appropriate to ballet while performing complex movement sequences. (2) Demonstrate time, space, and energy when performing dance steps. (3) Perform positions and patterns using principles governing classical ballet such as stance, alignment, turn out, balance, weight transfer, weight distribution, and coordination. (4) Integrate the three oppositions of the torso to leg into barre and center work through grande allegro: 1.) ankle vs. same hip; 2.) leg vs. opposite side (vertical); 3.) leg vs. opposite back, rotation pressure (horizontal). (5) Demonstrate an ability to perform ballet techniques with a sense of dynamics, musicality, and artistry. (6) Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the ballet terminology. (7) Contribute and work cooperatively with classmates. (8) Identify areas needing change (the application of corrections) through observation and practice. (9) Increase intellectual awareness of the field through assignments.
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