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2D Studio Course Descriptions

Drawing


ARTS 2321 Drawing I. (3-3)
Introduces the analytical study of the human form and the figure’s potential for compositional and expressive use in drawing. Prerequisites: ARTF 1301, 1302, 1304.
ARTS 3322 Drawing II. (3-3)
Experimentation with techniques and materials to develop perceptual and conceptual skills leading to individual expression in drawings. Prerequisite: ARTS 2321.

ARTS 3323 Drawing III. (3-3)
Focuses on the development of a personal visual statement using the human form as subject matter. Interpretive skills are stressed and alternative approaches to generating visual imagery are explored. Prerequisite: ARTS 3322.

ARTS 3324 Drawing IV. (3-3)
Emphasizes conceptual skills and critical analysis in the development of individual imagery and aesthetics in drawing. Consistent thematic drawings are required. Prerequisite: ARTS 3323.

ARTS 4325 Drawing V. (3-3)
Requires students to pursue a personal conceptual direction in drawing and to develop the appropriate technical and critical skills necessary for creating a cohesive body of artwork. Prerequisite: ARTS 3324.

ARTS 4326 Drawing VI – Thesis I. (3-3)
The first half of the Senior Thesis for drawing majors. Requires a written statement of intent outlining the scope and objectives of the proposed thesis project followed by a related body of artwork. Prerequisite: ARTS 4325.

ARTS 4327 Drawing VII – Thesis II. (3-3)
The second half of the Senior Thesis for drawing majors. Requires a related body of work documented in a written progress report. Selections from the thesis project will be exhibited in a senior exhibition. Prerequisite: ARTS 4326.

ARTS 4328 Drawing Special Problems. (3-3)
An advanced level, independent study in drawing which requires students to pursue a personal conceptual direction and to develop the appropriate technical and critical skills necessary for creating a cohesive body of artwork. May be repeated with different emphasis for additional credit. Prerequisite: ARTS 3323.

Painting


ARTS 2321 (ARTS 2323) Drawing I. (3-3)
Introduces the analytical study of the human form and the figure’s potential for compositional and expressive use in drawing. Prerequisites: ARTF 1301, 1302, 1304.

ARTS 3352 Painting II. (3-3)
A series of projects synthesizing the elements and principles of pictorial composition which encourage individual creative solutions. Prerequisite: ARTS 2351.

ARTS 3353 Painting III. (3-3)
Development of personal imagery in painting through individualized projects. Prerequisite: ARTS 3352.

ARTS 3354 Painting IV. (3-3)
The conceptual and technical aspects of painting are developed through experimentation, research and evaluation. Prerequisite: ARTS 3353.

ARTS 3355 Digital Painting. (3-3)
A course developing basic skills in the use of computer graphic tools and related peripheral devices for creating digital paintings. The course is intended for students with a foundation in traditional painting and drawing media. Prerequisite: ARTS 2351.

ARTS 4355 Painting V. (3-3)
Requires students to pursue a personal conceptual direction in painting and to develop the appropriate technical and critical skills necessary for creating a cohesive body of artwork. Prerequisite: ARTS 3354.

ARTS 4356 Painting VI – Thesis I. (3-3)
The first half of the Senior Thesis for painting majors. Requires a written statement of intent outlining the scope and objectives of the proposed thesis project followed by a related body of artwork. Prerequisite: ARTS 4355.

ARTS 4357 Painting VII – Thesis II. (3-3)
The second half of the Senior Thesis for painting majors. Requires a related body of work documented in a written progress report. Selections from the thesis project will be exhibited in a senior exhibition. Prerequisite: ARTS 4356.

ARTS 4358 Painting Special Problems. (3-3)
An advanced level, independent study in painting which requires students to pursue a personal conceptual direction and to develop the appropriate technical and critical skills necessary for creating a cohesive body of artwork. May be repeated with different emphasis for additional credit. Prerequisite: ARTS 3353.

ARTS 2391 (ARTS 2366) Watercolor I. (3-3)
An introduction to the fundamentals of transparent watercolor painting as a medium for creative expression. Prerequisites: ARTF 1301, 1302, 1304

ARTS 3392 Watercolor II. (3-3)
Continues the development of creative and technical skills through a series of structured watercolor projects. Prerequisite: ARTS 2391.
ARTS 3393 Watercolor III. (3-3)
Using a variety of media, the student is encouraged to develop personal imagery through individualized projects. Prerequisite: ARTS 3392.

ARTS 3394 Watercolor IV. (3-3)
A variety of water-base media is used in individualized projects to further develop personal imagery. Prerequisite: ARTS 3393.

ARTS 4395 Watercolor V. (3-3)
The conceptual and technical aspects of painting with water-base media are developed through experimentation, research and evaluation. Prerequisite: ARTS 3394.

Printmaking


ARTS 2371 Printmaking I. (3-3)
An introduction to relief, monoprint, intaglio, lithographic and silk-screen printing. Provides a historical, technical, visual and conceptual foundation for printmaking. Prerequisites: ARTF 1301, 1302, 1304.

ARTS 3372 Printmaking II. (3-3)
The student will focus on one or more of the basic printmaking techniques. Emphasis placed on further development of visual, conceptual and technical abilities. Prerequisite: ARTS 2371.

ARTS 3373 Printmaking III. (3-3)
The student will focus on one or more of the printmaking techniques. Emphasis placed on developing the ability to produce professional editions. Prerequisite: ARTS 3372.

ARTS 3374 Printmaking IV. (3-3)
The student will focus on one or more of the printmaking techniques. Emphasis placed on experimental research leading to innovative visual results. Prerequisite: ARTS 3373.

ARTS 4375 Printmaking V. (3-3)
Requires students to pursue personal conceptual direction in a major printmaking technique and to develop the appropriate technical and critical skills necessary for creating a cohesive body of artwork. Prerequisite: ARTS 3374.

ARTS 4376 Printmaking VI – Thesis I. (3-3)
The first half of the Senior Thesis for printmaking majors. Requires a written statement of intent outlining the scope and objectives of the proposed thesis project followed by a related body of artwork. Prerequisite: ARTS 4375.

ARTS 4377 Printmaking VII – Thesis II. (3-3)
The second half of the Senior Thesis for printmaking majors. Requires a related body of work documented in a written progress report. Selections from the thesis project will be exhibited in a senior exhibition. Prerequisite: ARTS 4376.

ARTS 4378 Printmaking Special Problems. (3-3)
An advanced level, independent study in printmaking which requires students to pursue a personal conceptual direction and to develop the appropriate technical and critical skills necessary for creating a cohesive body of artwork. May be repeated with different emphasis for additional credit. Prerequisite: ARTS 3373.

Additional Courses


ARTS 1305 (3-0)
Provides an introduction to digital imaging software as a tool for the visual artist.  Students will learn terminology, operating systems, and how to store, organize, and transfer digital data.  Special emphasis will be placed upon the use of the computer for conceptual and aesthetic problem solving.

4000 Senior Art Exhibition. (0-1)
A senior level course in which all graduating seniors must participate during their last academic year. Performance/work will be examined and will result in work that will be exhibited in a senior student exhibition.

ARTS 4308B Screenprinting (3-0)

ARTS 4308D Natural and Human Environment of Italy (3-0)

ARTS 4308H Digital Printmaking (3-0)

ARTS 4308I Disegno a Firenze: Drawing in Florence (3-0)

ARTS 4308K Electronic Image Manipulation (3-0)

ARTS 4312 Studio Art Internship. (3-3)
A course designed to offer students the opportunity to experience and receive academic credit for professional related activities in the field of the studio arts.

ARTS 4379 Introduction to Book Arts. (3-0)
This class examines the book as a complex visual and tactile art form. Demonstrations are given on traditional bindings from Asia and Europe. Students produce multiple mock-up books in addition to a major project of their choosing. Slide lectures introduce the history of books and an overview of contemporary artistic activity.