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Art (ART)

ART 110 History of Art - GS 5
The evolution and development of art from Chauvet to Impressionism. The course focuses on the key innovations, personalities and styles of Western art. Fall semester.See Extended General Studies Course Description.

ART 115 History of Modern Art - GS 5
Examination of major figures, movements, and breakthroughs made between Impressionism and the present. Chronological and topical investigation of modern art and its relationship to contemporary society. Spring semester.See Extended General Studies Course Description.

ART 120 Modern Sculpture and Architecture - GS 5
The investigation of contemporary sculpture, originating with the work of Rodin and culminating with recent developments. An overview of modern architecture is included in the survey. Spring semester.See Extended General Studies Course Description.

ART 134 Basic Drawing
Introduction to the fundamentals of drawing and design: technique, illusionism, composition, elements and principles. Investigation of concepts and media in line and mass drawing through use of the model, object, and still-life. Fall semester.

ART 135 Drawing and Design
A continuation of ART 134 with greater emphasis on color and 2-dimensional design principles. Prerequisite: ART 134. Spring semester.

ART 202 Introduction to Adobe Photoshop
An introductory elective course that explores the process of digital image manipulation using Adobe Photoshop as the primary tool. The course examines various aspects of the digital process including digital image capture (scanner and camera), digital image manipulation, and preparation of images for electronic publication. Summer session. This course is not graded on the traditional system, it is satisfactory/unsatisfactory.

ART 205 The History of Photograpy - GS 5
A lecture/discussion/exploration of the photographic aesthetic as it is employed in both traditional photographic processes and other artistic media. Its application in mass communication through documentation and persuasion will also be considered. Fall semester. See Extended General Studies Course Description.

ART 224 Introductory Sculpture
A basic and concentrated investigation of three-dimensional form and materials. This investigation concerns the structural nature and application of traditional and contemporary materials. Prerequisite: ART 135. Fall semester.

ART 230 Introductory Printmaking
An introduction to relief printing, serigraphy, embossing, and lithography as a form of two-dimensional expression are explored. Multiple original images are produced. Prerequisite: ART 135. Fall and Spring semesters.

ART 240 Introductory Painting
Introduction to fundamental problems of painting, with emphasis on form and color. The elements and principles of design and their application in painting will be investigated. Prerequisite: ART 135. Fall semester.

ART 250 Raku Ceramics
Raku is an Americanized, Japanese ceramic technique. Raku is generally utilized to make non-functional items. The special techniques, materials, and firing are very process oriented. The student will be intimately involved in all the steps of the Raku process-both conceptually and technically.

ART 280 Introductory Photography and Electronic Imaging
Photography as an art form. The course includes photographic theory, aesthetics and practice. It provides an introduction to traditional black and white photographic processes and also to creative imaging techniques through digital photography. A 35mm camera is required. Prerequisite: ART 135. Fall and Spring semesters.

ART 314 Clay and Metal
A studio course that explores the production of three dimensional objects using fired clay or metals for contemporary creative expression. Students experience the creative process by integrating idea, material, tool, and process. Second semester.

ART 320 / CLAS 320 Classical Sculpture and Architecture
A survey of the Greco-Roman tradition in sculpture and architecture. The influence of these traditions is explored in the spatial arts of Europe and America. Fall semester.

ART 324 Intermediate Sculpture
Special emphasis on the development of personal statements and interest. Work in traditional and contemporary media. Prerequisite: ART 224. Spring semester.

ART 330 Intermediate Printmaking
An intensified exploration of printmaking processes such as: drypoint, etching, and photoserigraphy are undertaken in relation to personalized statements. Prerequisite: ART 230. Fall and Spring semesters.

ART 335 Advertising Design
An introduction to problem solving and the basic elements of graphic design. Emphasis is placed on the development of concepts and skills in the layout of typography, illustration, and photography. The computer is used to execute assorted graphic design problems. Prerequisite: ART 350. Fall and Spring semesters.

ART 340 Intermediate Painting
Problems involving the total creative processes in painting. Some synthesizing of previous and current information is expected. Prerequisite: ART 240. Spring semester.

ART 350 Computer Graphics
An introduction to various graphic applications on the Macintosh platform: modern graphic design history, electronic illustration, and photographic manipulation are covered in this course. Prerequisite: ART 135. Fall and Spring semesters.

ART 365 Christian Symbolism in Art - GS 10*
This course will allow the student to better understand the continuity and diversity of regional, ethnic, and cultural origins of Christian signs, symbols, and images. This course will encourage the student to critically decipher the visual language of images and objects created in service to, and in tandem with, Christian tenets of identity and vocation. Every other year, Fall semester. * Excluding Art majors, unless double majoring. See Extended General Studies Course Description.

ART 380 Intermediate Photography and Electronic Imaging
Advanced camera and photo lab techniques. Main objectives include: exploring photographic vision, increasing control of the photographic process and archival printing, and examining the impact and applications of digital imaging in the field of photography. A 35mm camera is required. Prerequisite: ART 280. Fall and Spring semesters.

ART 389 Special Topics
An in-depth study of an artistic issue of special interest. ART 389 may focus on one or more art forms an artistic movement or comparison of movements; or a theme students are challenged to evaluate trends in historical and contemporary art production as it relates to their own art-making. Prerequisites: ART 110, ART 135. Spring semester.

ART 395 Portfolio Development
2 Credits
Portfolio review, improvement recommendations, goal statement, and development. Process involves initial group contact, individual portfolio reviews, critiques, goal setting, and portfolio development. Throughout the course one on one interaction between instructor and student will be the foundation of this course. Instructor and several nationally recognized experts in the advertising design industry will assess final project. Prerequisites: ART 335 and ART 485, or consent of instructor. January semester.

ART 399 Life Drawing and Illustration
A continuation of ART 135 emphasizing the human figure and other advanced drawing techniques as it relates to Fine Art and Graphic Design. Prerequisite: ART 135 and sophomore standing. Spring semester.

ART 424 Advanced Sculpture
Emphasis on new materials and attitudes. Students are encouraged to develop individual modes of plastic statement. Prerequisite: ART 324. Spring semester.

ART 430 Advanced Printmaking
Refinement and application of graphic processes in relation to independent expression. Prerequisite: ART 330. Fall and Spring semesters.

ART 440 Advanced Painting
A concrete synthesis of experiences necessary to the emergence of a style is expected. Problems are determined by student in consultation with the instructor. Prerequisite: ART 340. Spring semester.

ART 460 New Media Art
A studio course that explores time-based art forms, such as digital video, motion graphics, and animation. It includes the production and editing of short films, animated graphic pieces, and sound art. It also covers contemporary practices in new media art forms, internet art, and interactive digital art. Primary software includes Final Cut Pro and Adobe Flash. Prerequisite: ART 350. Spring semester.

ART 480 Advanced Photography and Electronic Imaging
Intensive exploration of directions in contemporary photography, experimental silver and non-silver print process, print criticism and advanced printing techniques, and digital imaging. A 35mm camera is required. Prerequisite: ART 380. Fall semester.

ART 485 Design for the Web
This studio course explores web site design and production. It includes preparing web graphics, designing and assembling web pages and publication of web sites. It covers terminology and current topics associated with the Internet, Web Design and Web Publishing. Primary software includes Adobe GoLive and Adobe Image Ready. Prerequisites: ART 350. Fall and Spring semesters.

ART 490 Independent Study
Specially qualified students under the guidance of an instructor may study various aspects of art. NOTE: This course may not be used in lieu of the 400 level studio requirement.

ART 494 Internship
This internship experience allows students to apply their studies in a supervised work situation. Students benefit from an inside look at different kinds of organizations, a chance to work in their field of study and to gain experience with state of the art equipment and practices. Prerequisite: junior/senior standing and consent.

ART 499 Senior Art Review (0 Credits)
Participation in a student exhibition during the final semester in the year of anticipated graduation. Required for all ART majors.

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