Catalog 2019-2020
Catalog Year: 2019-2020
Professors Lopas (chair), Maakestad, Miller, and M. Payne Associate Professor Gill
Senior art majors are expected to have their three-course sequence completed no later than the fall of their senior year so as to be properly prepared for their Capstone requirements.
The courses for this program are organized into the following categories:
The drawing sequence of courses are stacked, meaning the 2xx and 3xx classes are held at the same time. Students may include either variations of drawing courses, as long as there is a numerical sequence, for major and minor requirements.
Students should note that many studio courses are offered alternate years.
An introductory course in basic drawing designed for students with little or no drawing skills that explores a range of drawing methods and media. Students learn to translate visual perception into two dimensions. Critiques develop an understanding of visual imagery.
Students learn the concepts of how to create the illusion of depth on a two-dimensional surface. Prerequisite: ARTS 160
Students create large drawings of the nude figure working from life and Old Masters. Prerequisite: ARTS 160
Students learn the concepts of how to create the illusion of depth on a two-dimensional surface. Prerequisite: ARTS 261 or ARTS 262
Students create large drawings of the nude figure working from life and Old Masters. Prerequisite: ARTS 261 or ARTS 262
This series of courses covers perception, imagination, form, color and space with specific themes as noted. As students advance they are expected to develop their own voice as painters.
The painting sequence of courses are stacked meaning the 2xx, 3xx, or 3xx, 4xx classes are held at the same time. Students may include any of the four variations of painting courses, as long as there is a numerical sequence, for their major and minor requirements.
Students paint nudes, still lives, and interiors in oil to explore shape, value and compositional structure. Prerequisite: ARTS 160
Students work outside in the landscape in oil to explore shape, value and compositional structure. Prerequisite: ARTS 160
This course explores the historic progression of painting techniques, from cave painting, to encaustic (Greek), to egg tempera (Medieval), to oil glazes (Renaissance). Students make paint from scratch, copy historic pieces, and produce original works.
This course explores color phenomenon and is largely based on Alber's famous 1963 book "The Interaction of Color." Students work with hand-painted collage paper and directly with oil to conduct perceptual color experiments and make still lives and nudes. Prerequisite: ARTS 160
Students paint nudes, still lives, and interiors in oil to explore shape, value and compositional structure. Prerequisite: ARTS 200, ARTS 201, ARTS 202 or ARTS 203
Students work outside in the landscape in oil to explore shape, value and compositional structure. Prerequisite: ARTS 200, ARTS 201, ARTS 202, or ARTS 203
This course explores the historic progression of painting techniques, from cave painting, to encaustic (Greek), to egg tempera (Medieval), to oil glazes (Renaissance). Students make paint from scratch, copy historic pieces, and produce original works. Prerequisites: ARTS 200, ARTS 201, ARTS 202, or ARTS 203
This course explores color phenomenon and is largely based on Alber's famous 1963 book "The Interaction of Color." Students work with hand-painted collage paper and directly with oil to conduct perceptual color experiments and make still lives and nudes. Prerequisite: ARTS 200, ARTS 201, ARTS 202, or ARTS 203
Students create very large paintings of figures in complicated theme based environments that they design as a group. Prerequisites: ARTS 200, ARTS 201, ARTS 202, or ARTS 203
Students create very large paintings of figures in complicated theme based environments that they design as a group. Prerequisites: ARTS 300, ARTS 301, ARTS 302, ARTS 303 or ARTS 304
This series of courses begins with an introduction to basic conceptual development and modest technical instruction in areas such as clay modeling. Subsequent courses introduce more complex technical process such as mold-making, welding, casting, and woodworking. Advanced classes emphasize independent thought and personal conceptual development.
This course introduces basic conceptual development and modest technical instruction in areas such as clay modeling.
This course teaches welding processes (especially steel welding), more advanced woodworking, and begins encouraging students to develop their own vision. Prerequisite: ARTS 210
This course emphasizes independent thought and personal conceptual development. The range of processes open to students is much broader and instruction follows the students' interests. Prerequisite: ARTS 310
A topics course serving as a fourth course to either the ceramics sequence or the sculpture sequence. This course can be repeated for additional credits as long as the section topics are different. Check the online course schedule for information about the topics currently scheduled to be taught. Students in this course are expected to be heavily self-directed and self-motivated. Prerequisite: ARTS 480 or ARTS 410
The printmaking sequence of courses are stacked, meaning the 3xx, and 4xx classes are held at the same time.
An introduction to the fine art and craft of printmaking, the original "graphic design," this course introduces three printmaking techniques: relief, monotype, and collagraph. Students use many methods to transfer their original designs to paper in the form of a print. This course includes an emphasis on the elements of design, craftsmanship, development of ideas, critical reflection, and research of historical and contemporary printmaking.
In this course students expand their knowledge of basic printmaking and design by studying intaglio, lithographic and digital processes. Students grow their visual vocabulary and command of the craft by producing several print editions. The course includes an emphasis on the elements of design, craftsmanship, development of ideas, critical reflection, and research of historical and contemporary printmaking. Prerequisite: ARTS 220 or consent of instructor
This course is designed for students who have completed the beginning and intermediate levels, and who want a deeper exploration of the techniques. Projects are student-driven. Consistent production and a high level of craftsmanship is expected. The course includes an emphasis on the elements of design, craftsmanship, development of ideas, critical reflection, and research of historical and contemporary printmaking. Prerequisite: ARTS 320 or consent of the instructor
These courses cover basic 35mm camera operation, black and white film processing, and photo printing.
This course is designed for students with little or no experience in photography. The student will be exposed to the basic skills of black and white, film-based photography, focusing on photographic practice as an art medium. This includes an introduction to the critical history of photography as it relates to contemporary issues. Assignments provide the student with a fundamental understanding of various formal and social issues, which relate to photography as a visual form.
This course is designed for students who have completed Beginning Photography and have a good mastery of 35mm shooting, developing, and printing. The student learns medium format and is exposed to advanced skills of black and white photography, focusing on photographic practice as an art medium. Group and individual critiques will facilitate an understanding of photographic analysis and criticism. Prerequisite: ARTS 250
This course is designed for students who have completed Beginning Photography and Intermediate Photography and have a refined mastery of 35mm and medium format shooting, developing, and printing. The course consists of lectures, demonstrations, and outside assignments. Students learn advanced photographic techniques and some alternative photographic procedures. Having been given assignments for the beginning and intermediate courses, students work toward a unique body of work, the emphasis being placed upon the development of ideas relevant to the individual student's interests. Prerequisite: ARTS 350
This course is designed for students who have completed Beginning photography and have a good sense of the silver process. Students learn several alternative photographic techniques, including the use of digital tools, and how to use these processes in their personal work. Emphasis is placed upon the development of solid contextual ideas with image and object making and a solid working knowledge of alternative processes. Prerequisite: ARTS 250
Introduction to the techniques and concepts of ceramic sculpture and functional ceramics.
Functional ceramics and ceramic sculpture produced using the potter's wheel. Introduces the operation of electric and gas kilns and includes instruction in clay and glaze technology. Prerequisite: ARTS 180
Advanced techniques in ceramic sculpture, wheel throwing, and mold-making. The class includes independent development in materials preparation and kiln firing. Prerequisite: ARTS 380
A topics course in studio art. This course can be repeated for additional credits as long as the section topics are different. Recent section topics include Painting Materials and Technology, Art Furniture, Printmaking, and Digital Drawing. Check the online course schedule for information about the topics currently scheduled to be taught. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
A topics course in studio art. This course can be repeated for additional credits as long as the section topics are different. Recent section topics include Documentary, Drawing for Personal Vision, Printmaking-Mixed Media, Advanced Sculpture and Ceramics, and Digital Drawing. Check the online course schedule for information about the topics currently scheduled to be taught. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
Students work on an individual basis to develop their own vision as artists. Group critiques are scheduled regularly. The function of Practicum is to produce works to be exhibited in the Senior Show. Students create a professional quality slide portfolio complete with artist statement and resume. Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of the instructor
Students interested in an internship in studio art should contact the department chair.
Students interested in independent studies in art should contact the department chair.
Some courses are offered alternate years.
Introduces concepts and visual imagery of Ancient, Classical, and Medieval cultures.
Introduces concepts and visual imagery from the Italian Renaissance through Postmodernism.
A topics course in art history. This course can be repeated for additional credits as long as the section topics are different. Check the online courses schedule for information about the topics currently scheduled to be taught. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor.
An exploration of the intellectual and artistic changes that occurred in Italy during the Renaissance. Students are guided to consider the Renaissance in its various manifestations, to grasp the larger ethical, theological, and artistic issues. Using this as background, the course also delves into the Baroque period, seeking understanding of the myriad changes and directions as shifts come to Italy but also France, England, and the Low Countries. Prerequisite: ARTH 170 and/or ARTH 171 are recommended
This course centers around the developments in European art during the 19th century. Prerequisite: ARTH 170 and/or ARTH 171 are recommended
This course examines the changes in art, that is, the changes in how cultural values were reflected in the built environment (architecture) and the fine arts, over the course of American history from the founding to today. Students consider the merits of those changes in values and what effect they have for contemporary American art and culture. Prerequisite: ARTH 170 and/or ARTH 171 are recommended
Students study the history of buildings from Ancient Egypt to European Modernism of the 20th century and explore the values expressed through building. Prerequisite: ARTH 170 and/or ARTH 171 are recommended
Students in this course examine current theory, criticism, and practice relevant to understanding and creating art in the contemporary world. Prerequisite: ARTH 170 or ARTH 171, one upper-level art history class, senior standing or consent of instructor
A topics course in art history. This course can be repeated for additional credits as long as the section topics are different. Check the online course schedule for information about the topics currently scheduled to be taught. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor
Students interested in an internship in art history should contact the department chair.
Students interested in independent studies in art history should contact the department chair.
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