122. Beginning Visual Design (3) (F, W) This course focuses on the fundamental skills of design. Particular stress is placed on the composition principles that are the foundation of a work of art. (Prerequisite: ART 112.)
199R. Service Leadership Internship in Art (1-3) (F, W, Sp, Su) Off-campus service learning. Activities related to the major and employment will be approved. Prior approval is necessary, a program coordinated by a faculty member and an on-site supervisor.
211. Intermediate Visual Design (3) (W) Exploration of the elements and principles of design covered in Beginning Visual Design. Projects will include a variety of design problems including computer graphics. (Prerequisites: ART 112 and 122.)
212. Beginning Photography (3) (F, W, Sp) Techniques of camera use and personal imagery. Emphasizes camera controls, the qualities of light, photographic design, composition, and the application of these to scenic and people pictures. Students must provide their own camera equipment. Fee required. (See Appendix V for prerequisites)
220. Experience in Visual Arts (3) (F, W) An exploration of the media and techniques of the visual arts, including introductory experiences in each of the major two and three-dimensional media. Not opened to Art Majors, except for those majoring in Art Education.
221. Figure Drawing (3) (W) An introductory course in artistic anatomy and figure composition. (Prerequisite: ART 112 and 122. )
225. Beginning Painting (3) (F) Introduction to painting media (oil and acrylic). Still life, landscape, figure composition, and interpretive painting will be considered. The level of instruction will be adjusted to the level of skill development and individual needs of the student. (Prerequisites: ART 112 and 122)
255. Beginning Ceramics (3) (F, W, Sp) Basics in ceramics are introduced: preparation of clay, forming, trimming, decorating, glazing, and firing of pottery. Fee required.
265. Beginning Sculpture (3) (F, W) To explore the language and various definitions of forms through a myriad of materials utilized in the visual arts. Fee required.
296. Western Art History (3) (F) A study of major developments in architecture, sculpture, and painting from prehistoric to modern art in the Western tradition. Open to all students.
306. Contemporary Art History (3) (W) An introduction to the major art movements of the 20th century, Fauvism to Postmodernism. Philosophical and cultural perspectives that inspired the art forms will be considered.
312. Intermediate Photography (3) (F, W) Camera, darkroom and digital tools applied in producing photographic imagery. The course emphasizes conceptual design and production of imagery using photographic tools as an artistic medium in studio and environmental situations. Digital and traditional darkroom image production methods are used. Students provide their own camera equipment. Portfolios and prerequisites required for admission. Fee required. (See Appendix V for prerequisites)
325. Intermediate Painting (3) (W) Introduction to intermediate skills of oil painting techniques and composition. (Prerequisites: ART 112 and 122, permission of instructor.)
335. Watercolor Painting (3) (Sp) An introduction to watercolor methods as painting media. Still life, landscape, seascape, and interpretive painting will be studied. Instruction adjusted to level of skill development and individual needs of students. Open to all students. Fee required. (Permission of instructor required for non majors)
336. Art Methods for Elementary Teachers (2) (Sp) Materials and procedures for stimulating and guiding students through the various art experiences. Emphasis will be placed on theory of art education, creative projects, effective teaching methods, and art curriculum.
337. Art Methods for Secondary Teachers (2) (W) Methods, materials, and special techniques of teaching art in secondary schools. Curriculum planning, classroom management, and directions in art education will be considered.
355. Intermediate Ceramics (3) (W) This course focuses on mass production of pottery with assistance of simple mechanical tools and other studio equipment. Fee required. (Prerequisite: ART 255.)
365. Intermediate Sculpture (3) (F, W) Problems designed to encourage individual development in sculpture. Fee required. (Prerequisite: ART 265.)
375. Printmaking (3) (Sp) Introductory studio course with emphasis placed on understanding printmaking skills for practical and individual expression. Open to all students. Fee required. (Permission of instructor required for non majors).
390R. Special Topics in Art (1-3) (Variable).
399R. Internship in Art (1-12) Maximum 12 (F, W, Sp, Su) Credit for applied experience in art. Prior approval must be obtained and coordinated by a faculty member and on-site supervisor.
401R. Special Topics in World Art (3) (F) In depth study of a special topic in non-European visual traditions with particular emphasis on advanced writing, research, and interpretive skills.
425. Advanced Painting (3) (F) Continuation of the development of painting with an emphasis on the development of individual style and experimental procedures.
442. Readings in Aesthetics (3) (W) Problems and methods in aesthetic valuation, appreciation, and criticism.
455. Advanced Ceramics (3) (F) An advanced ceramics studio course exploring various methods and techniques of hand building clay projects. Slides of the work will be integrated into senior portfolios. Fee required. (Prerequisite: ART 355.)
456. Special Studies in Ceramics (3) (Sp) Special studies in ceramics, concentrating on specific subject matter or media. Fee required.
465. Advanced Sculpture (3) (Sp) An advanced sculpture studio course exploring various methods and techniques of modeling in wax and mold-making. Slides of the work will be integrated into senior portfolios. Fee required. (Prerequisite: ART 365.)
495R. Independent Study (1-2) Additional studio experience, special readings, museum and library research, and creative problems related to research. This course is for degree seeking students only. Faculty permission required.
496R. Student Research (1-3) (F, W, Sp) Supervised individual research for students who have been granted a student research and development associateship. (Required for all associates.)
