I I I Demonstrate comprehension of global perspectives in visual culture I Demonstrate the ability to construct and defend a composition through the oral, written, and visual presentation of their work I Demonstrate mastery of their designated area of concentration Apply and synthesize the elements of art and principles of design I Demonstrate critical thinking through analysis and evaluation of works of art Demonstrate comprehension of content knowledge and production processes in visual arts disciplines Curriculum Objectives Visual Arts Curriculum Objectives Matrix Course Descriptions ART 111 2D Design: provides basic understanding of elements and principles of design relating to drawing, painting, and graphic arts. ART 121 Drawing: basic principles of freehand drawing emphasizing elements and principles of art through self expression utilizing a variety of drawing media. ART 123 Digital Design: basic introduction of computer-based skills in visual design. Limited graphic skills will be introduced to assist in self-marketing, advertising techniques, layout, and computer generated images ART 210 Survey of Art: A general study of the visual arts and their use in business, industry, education, leisure activities, and culture. ART 212 Intro to Painting: study theories, methods, and painting techniques for landscapes, still-life and varied compositions with emphasis on the elements and principles of art in painting ART 222 Advanced Drawing: The study of compositional development through experimental drawing emphasizing the technical expansion of drawing techniques with varied drawing media and I I I I I subjects. Prerequisite: ART 121 ART 223 Figure Drawing: investigation of the figure as a means of exploring drawing as depiction, organizational device, metaphor and object, using various media ART 226 Typography: This course will provide discussion and exploration of the basic rules and principles of type as an artistic, mechanical and advertising medium. Prerequisite: ART 123 ART 230 Intro to Ceramics: study and use of ceramic processes and techniques: hand forming, molding, introduction to wheel throwing, glaze utilization, and kiln operation ART 231Intro to Sculpture: Intro to basic three dimensional design principles and the application of those principles in a variety of traditional sculpture techniques ART 313 Figure Drawing II: This course focuses on the figure as a central motif in the manipulation of space and pictorial investigation. Students will explore various wet pigment and dry media such as ink, watercolor, acrylic and oil pigments. This course is designed for the advanced art major concentrating on mastering interpretation and technical skills concerns of figurative representation. Prerequisite: ART 121 ART 321 Ancient to Medieval: study of the architecture, sculpture and painting, background history, traditions and cultural attributes of art forms that emanated from ancient to Medieval times ART 322 Renaissance to Modern Art: course delves in depth in the visual art work that emanated from Renaissance to Modern times. In I I I I I I I I I I I I depth study of the architecture, sculpture and painting, background history, traditions and cultural attributes of art forms. ART 330 Computer Imaging in Visual art: This course investigates the concept and techniques of applying computer imaging to fine art. Macintosh and IBM computers will be used to generate desktop publishing from creative graphics. Focus will be given to the industries¿ leading graphic software. Prerequisite: ART 110 and ART 121 ART 352 Commercial Art: A study of working theories and practical applications of design-making for selling a product or commodity, with skills to be learned including fashion design, cartooning, illustrating, lettering, package design, photographic, and airbrush techniques. Prerequisite: ART 110 and ART 121 and ART 330 ART 353 Introduction to Printmaking: A course exploring the art of the print by applying fundamental techniques in serigraphy, woodcut, intaglio with an emphasis on expanding options for creative expression. Prerequisite: ART 110 and ART 121 ART 354 Advanced Printmaking: This course moves the student into technical areas of printing to include the following: photo-silk screening, creative techniques in screening and other advanced techniques. Prerequisite: ART 110 and ART 121 and ART 353 ART 355 Multi-Media Print: A course designed to explore and combine traditional printmaking techniques with digital, computer generated, and other photo-based technology. I I I I I I E E E E Prerequisite: ART 353 ART 362 African-American Art from 1800: A survey of the works of art by African-American artists, including an investigation of the historical and environmental influences on subject matter choices of artists in contemporary black art. ART 365 History of Photography: The history of photography is traced from its inception to modern times. The advent of the camera and a prognostication of its destiny are contemplated. The course includes lecture, darkroom laboratory work, and field experience. Color (black and white), and digital photography are included. Photographic essay and thesis are required. ART 371 Clay Modeling: A course in clay modeling where the student works from the figure to understand systems of sculpting from life ART 372 Clay Modeling II: A course that instructs the student in the process of mold-making and the preparation for casting in metal, plaster, hydrocal or concrete ART 400 Art Thesis: investigate strategies, materials and techniques, theory of art, methods of criticism, exhibition and presentation in selected area of specialization ART 410 Art Criticism: evaluation of art concepts, the philosophy of aesthetics, and an analytical approach to discussing art forms ART 412 Advanced Painting: study of painting techniques and composition, emphasizing variety of painting media and the treatments of surface and subject matter to development of styles Prerequisite: ART121 and ART 212 ART 413 Directed Study Advanced Painting III: directed study course for students seeking contemporary water media painting problems. E I E I E E I E E E M M M M E M M I E E E E E E Emphasis is study of design principles, color structure, and fundamental methods of pictorial organization. Prerequisite: ART 121 and ART 212 and ART 412 ART 431 Ceramics III: practical course focusing on advanced techniques in wheel throwing, clay formulation, glaze mixing, and glaze application, with students gathering experience in loading and firing gas and electric kilns. Variable credit may be earned in this course. Prerequisite: ART 430 ART 440 Basic Photography: A course including activities such as camera operation, picture taking, darkroom techniques and procedures, and photo printing. (Students must have access to a camera.) ART 442 Contemporary Art: study of modern art to the present through an analysis of works of art in historical context ART 450 Studio Problems: course designed for independent work in the student’s area of concentration. Advanced studio problems will be investigated. Variable credit may be earned. ART 452 Ceramics IV: studio course in advanced ceramics emphasizing formulations of clay bodies and glazes. Advanced wheel throwing, sculpturing, and combing materials. Instruction in kiln repair will be covered. Prerequisite: ART 431 ART 453 Directed Study in Ceramics V: advanced directed study in ceramics which explores and emphasizes innovative utilization of slab, coil, and wheel throwing methods. Electric and gas firing, decorative, personalized, advanced glazing, and formulation of techniques will be integral parts E E E I I E E E E E E E E M of this course. Prerequisite: ART 431 ART 461 (3-3-0) Advanced E Photography: A course providing additional and advanced experiences in photographic production through the mastery of photo materials and equipment, with emphasis on visual literacy and aesthetic manipulation of compositional elements and on successful photographic production. Prerequisite: ART 440 ART 481 Computer Design I Multimedia: This course introduces students to interactive art, a form that allows the viewer or user to interact with visual communication. Students will be challenged to produce interactive art through the use of two types of software: PowerPoint and MacroMedia. Prerequisite: ART 110 and ART 352 E M Key: I Competency is introduced / taught E Competency is emphasized / reinforced M Competency is mastered Curriculum or Program Outcomes: 1. Students will demonstrate comprehension of content knowledge and production processes in visual arts disciplines. 2. Students will apply and synthesize the elements of art and principles of design. 3. Students will demonstrate critical thinking through analysis and evaluation of works of art. 4. Students will demonstrate mastery of their designated area of concentration. 5. Students will demonstrate the ability to construct and defend a composition through the oral, written, and visual presentation of their work. 6. Students will demonstrate comprehension of global perspectives in visual culture.