courses
Below is a listing of courses offered through the Art Department. Please check the Schedule of Classes for specific information on when these courses are offered.
foundations
The following four courses are required for the BA in studio art:
ARTS 1013 Drawing Fundamentals I
Problems dealing with materials and techniques of drawing,including basic concepts of line, perspective, and value.
ARTS 1313 Two-Dimensional Design
Studio problems in the use of line, shape, texture, value, and color and their relationships.
ARTS 1323 Three-Dimensional Design
Studio problems with the elements of three-dimensional design: structure, space, form, surface, and their relationship.
ARTS 2013 Figure Drawing I
Continuation of drawing fundamentals with emphasis upon human figure studies. Prerequisite: ARTS 1013.
For the BFA degree these two are also required, in addition to the four above:
ARTS 2003 Drawing Fundamentals II
Continuation of Drawing Fundamentals. Prerequisite: ARTS 1013.
ARTS 3333 Color Studies
Investigation of color qualities and relationships through research and studio problems. Prerequisite: ARTS 1313 and ARTS 1323 and ARTS 2013.
art education
ARED 3603 Public School Art for Elementary Schools
Selection, preparation, and use of instructional materials for art in the elementary school. Artistic development of the child and implications to learning in art and other academic areas. Prerequisite: ARTS 1003 and ARHS 1003 and admission to teacher education. Prerequisite: ARTS 1003 and ARHS 1003 and admission to teacher education.
ARED 3613 Public School Art I
Selection, preparation and use of instructional materials in elementary and secondary schools. For students seeking teaching certification in art. Prerequisite: completion of core courses in art and admission to teacher education. Prerequisite: ARTS 1013 and ARTS 1313 and ARTS 1323 and ARTS 2013
ARED 3643 Teaching Art in Elementary Schools
Methods and materials used in teaching elementary school art. Prerequisite: ARED 3613.
ARED 3653 Teaching Art in Secondary Schools
Methods and materials used in teaching secondary school art. Prerequisite: ARED 3603 or ARED 3613.
ARED 476V Student Teaching in Art (6-12)
A minimum of 6 weeks will be spent in an off-campus school. During this time the student teacher will have an opportunity under supervision to observe, to teach and participate in other activities involving the school and community. Prerequisite: BFA degree in Art Education.
art history
ARHS 2913 Art History Survey I
Survey of art works from Stone Age through Medieval.
ARHS 2923 Art History Survey II
Survey of art works from Renaissance to the present.
ARHS 4813 The History of Photography
Survey of photography from 1685 to present.
ARHS 4823 History of Graphic Design
Survey of graphic design history from 1850 to the present.
ARHS 4833 Ancient Art
Study of the visual arts of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and The Roman Empire. Prerequisite: ARHS 2913.
ARHS 4843 Medieval Art
Study of Early Christian, Byzantine, Early Medieval, Romanesque, and Gothic styles. Prerequisite: ARHS 2913.
ARHS 4853 Italian Renaissance Art
Study of Proto-Renaissance, Early, High Renaissance, and Mannerist styles in Italy. Prerequisite: ARHS 2923.
ARHS 4863 Northern Renaissance Art
Study of Late Gothic and Renaissance styles in the Netherlands, Germany, and France. Prerequisite: ARHS 2923. (Same as ARHS 4863H)
ARHS 4873 Baroque Art
Study of art styles of the 17th and 18 centuries, primarily in Italy, Spain, France, Flanders, and the Netherlands. Prerequisite: ARHS 2923.
ARHS 4883 19th Century European Art
Study of Neo-Classical, Romanticist, Realist, Impressionist, and Post-Impressionist styles. Prerequisite: ARHS 2923.
ARHS 4893 20th Century European Art
Study of the major styles and movements of the century, including Cubism, Fauvism, German Expressionism, and Surrealism. Prerequisite: ARHS 2923.
ARHS 4913 American Art to 1900
The visual arts in the United States from their beginning in Colonial times through the nineteenth century. Prerequisite: ARHS 2923.
ARHS 4923 American Art Since 1900
The visual arts in the United States from the turn of the century to the contemporary era. Prerequisite: ARHS 2923.
ARHS 4933 Seminar in Contemporary Art (FA)
No longer offered.
ARHS 4943 Seminar in Art Criticism
Study and problems in the criticism of art forms.
ARHS 4943H Honors Seminar in Art Criticism
Study and problems in the criticism of art forms.
ARHS 4963 Individual Research in Art History
Independent study in specific areas of art history and criticism. Prerequisite: 12 hours of art history.
ARHS 4973 Seminar in Art History
Special studies of periods and styles of art. Prerequisite: 6 hours of art history.
ARHS 4983 Special topics in art history
ARHS 4993 Special topics in modern art
ceramics
ARTS 3503 Ceramics: Handbuilding I
This is an introductory course in ceramic sculpture focusing on basic handbuilding techniques and basic ceramic processes including clay mixing , glaze mixing, and low temperature gas and electric firing techniques. Pre-or Corequisite: ARTS 1013 and ARTS 1313 and ARTS 1323.
ARTS 3523 Ceramics: Wheelthrowing I
This is an introductory course in ceramics focusing on basic functional wheelthrowing techniques and basic ceramic processes including clay mixing, glaze mixing, and low-temperature gas and electric firing techniques. Pre-or Corequisite: ARTS 1013 and ARTS 1313 and ARTS 1323.
ARTS 3533 Ceramics: Wheelthrowing II
This course is an intermediate course in wheelthrowing and some handbuilding. A primary emphasis is on clay body and glaze calculation, and understanding the processes of firing low, high, and atmospheric kilns. Prerequisite: ARTS 3503 and ARTS 3523.
ARTS 3543 Ceramics: Slip-Casting
This is an intermediate course in ceramic sculpture focusing on concept based object making. The techniques taught are mold-making and slip-casting, along with an advanced understanding of clay mixing, glaze mixing, low and high temperature gas, salt/soda, and electric firing techniques. Prerequisite: ARTS 3503 and ARTS 3523.
ARTS 4573 Advanced Ceramics
This is an advanced course where any ceramic technique can be used. The course continues advanced study of glaze and clay calculation, and kiln design, building, and firing. Prerequisite: ARTS 3503 and ARTS 3523 and ARTS 3533 and ARTS 3543.
Repeat for Credit
ARTS 458V Special Problems in Ceramics (1-3)
Individual projects in ceramic techniques. May be repeated for 6 hours. Prerequisite: ARTS 3513 or ARTS 3533.
drawing
ARTS 2023 Alternative Methods of Drawing
Study of experimental drawing methods including abstract and non-representational drawing, conceptual and symbolic drawing, imaginative drawing, and collage. Prerequisite: ARTS 2003.
ARTS 3023 Drawing III
Advanced studies and problems in drawing techniques and Prerequisite: ARTS 2013.
ARTS 4023 Figure Drawing II
Advanced study of the figure with emphasis on figure structure and its relationship to pictorial form in drawing. Prerequisite: ARTS 2013.
ARTS 4033 Drawing IV
Continued advanced studies and problems in drawing techniques and varied subjects. Prerequisite: ARTS 3023.
ARTS 404V Special Problems in Drawing (1-6)
Individual projects in drawing arranged with the instructor. May be repeated for 6 hours. Prerequisite: ARTS 3023.
painting
ARTS 3103 Painting I
An exploration of different ways of articulating visual forms on a picture plane, using common materials and procedures. Pre- or Corequisite: ARTS 1313 and ARTS 2013 or ARCH 1025.
ARTS 3113 Painting II
An expanded use of materials, procedures, subject matter, and approaches. Prerequisite: ARTS 3103.
ARTS 3123 Painting: Watermedia
Introductory course presenting basic materials and techniques of watercolor, gouache, and acrylic painting. Form and composition to be studied through observation and imagination. Traditional techniques as well as experimentation and personal expression are to be explored. Prerequisite ARTS 1013 and ARTS 1313 and ARTS 1323
ARTS 4143 Painting III
Concentration of the coordination of the technical, esthetic, and creative aspects of painting. Prerequisite: ARTS 3113.
ARTS 4163 Painting IV
Continued advanced concentration on the coordination of the technical, aesthetic, and creative aspects of painting. Prerequisite: ARTS 4143.
ARTS 417V Special Problems in Painting (1-6)
Individual technique and subject matter projects to be arranged with the instructor. May be repeated for 6 hours. Prerequisite: ARTS 4143 or ARTS 4153.
photography
ARTS 3803 Photography I
Beginning photography. Introduction to B & W materials, techniques, and theory. Development of visual ideas through assignments, critiques, slide lectures, and demonstrations. Prerequisite: ARTS 1313.
ARTS 3813 Alternative Photographic Processes
Advanced B & W materials, techniques, and theory. Introduction to "nontraditional" materials, techniques, and theory (Cyanotype, Van Dyck Brownprint, Gum Biochromate, KWIK-PRINT, etc.). Assignments, critiques, slide lectures, and demonstrations. Prerequisite: ARTS 3803.
ARTS 4813 Digital Photography
Introduction to digital photography, production techniques and theory. Digital input from scanning (flatbed & slide/negative), digital cameras, video and internet sources. Computer assisted manipulation of imagery for correction and abstraction. Output to digital printing systems, analog systems (film recorder, servers and internet. Prerequisite: ARTS 3803
ARTS 4823 Color Photography I
Introduction to color production. Color materials, techniques and theory. Direct reversal transparencies and prints, color negative processing and printing, and manipulation of color materials. Assignments, demonstrations, critiques, and lectures. Prerequisite: ARTS 3803.
ARTS 4833 Advanced Photography
Individual problems in photography with optional study in areas of color, slide production, and photography application to other art media. Prerequisite: ARTS 3803.
ARTS 484V Special Problems in Photography (1-6)
Individual instruction for advanced undergraduates and graduate students. Special projects in photography designated by students in collaboration with faculty. May be repeated for 6 hours. Prerequisite: ARTS 3803 and (ARTS 3813 or ARTS 4823 or ARTS 4833).
printmaking
ARTS 3403 Etching I
Introduction to intaglio and relief. Prerequisite: ARTS 1313 and (ARTS 2003 or ARTS 2013 or ARTS 2023).
ARTS 3413 Etching II
Advanced work in intaglio or relief. Students select one area for study. Intaglio emphasizes working with copper plates and color printing. Background in color studies preferred but not mandatory. Prerequisite: ARTS 3403 or ARTS 3463.
ARTS 3423 Printmaking-Lithography
Introduction to lithography with emphasis on stone lithographic techniques. Prerequisite: ARTS 1313 and (ARTS 2003 or ARTS 2013 or ARTS 2023).
ARTS 3433 Lithography II
Advanced study with emphasis on color printing and plate lithography techniques. Prerequisite: ARTS 3423.
ARTS 3443 Serigraphy I
Introduction to serigraphy techniques, including cut stencil, resist methods, and photosensitized screens. Some knowledge of photography preferred, but not mandatory. Prerequisite: ARTS 1313 and (ARTS 2003 or ARTS 2013 or ARTS 2023).
ARTS 3453 Serigraphy II
Continuation of the study and use of serigraphy techniques. Prerequisite: ARTS 3443.
ARTS 3463 Introduction to Printmaking
Introduces the student to printmaking through primary methods used in relief, serigraphic, intaglio, and lithographic techniques. Prerequisite: ARTS 1013 and (ARTS 2003 or ARTS 2013 or ARTS 2023).
ARTS 4463 Etching III
Continued study of intaglio or relief. Prerequisite: ARTS 3413.
ARTS 4473 Lithography III
Continued advanced study of lithography techniques. Prerequisite: ARTS 3433.
ARTS 4483 Printmaking IV
Continued advanced study in various printmaking media. Prerequisite: ARTS 4463 or ARTS 4473.
ARTS 449V Special Problems in Prints (1-6)
Individual projects in one area of printmaking. May be repeated for 6 hours. Prerequisite: ARTS 4463 or ARTS 4473.
sculpture
ARTS 3203: Sculpture I: Fundamentals of Modelling, Carving & Casting
An introduction to fundamental additive and subtractive sculpture techniques and methods of seeing and working that give expression to material form. Beginning techniques in modelling, carving, mold-making, and basic casting are demonstrated. Lectures, readings, and critiques will develop student awareness of traditional building techniques which inform contemporary sculpture practices.
Prerequisite: ARTS 1313, ARTS 1323, ARTS 2013
ARTS 3213: Sculpture II: Construction Methods & Alternative Media
A focus on material sensitivity through thoughtful and skillful additive approaches. Woodworking as well as construction techniques in alternative media are introduced as tools to examine structural and spatial possibilities. Through examining and questioning the interplay of form, material, technique, and content, students will further develop their own critique skills.
Prerequisite: ARTS 3203
ARTS 4213: Mixed Media & Spatial Context
An exploration in assemblage, installation, environmental art, light, and kinetics as they apply to contemporary sculptural language. Specific problems utilizing various media are preceded by readings, lectures, and demonstrations.
Prerequisite: ARTS 3203, ARTS 3213
ARTS 4223: Advanced Sculpture
A directed analysis of form and its relationship to content based on the development of work in students' medium of choice. Students will acquire the technical skills needed to meet personal vision through guidance of the instructor. Research evidenced in work, discussions, and critiques is emphasized.
Prerequisite: ARTS 3203, ARTS 3213, ARTS 4213
ARTS 423V Special Problems in Sculpture (1-6)
Individual projects in sculpture with emphasis on materials exploration. May be repeated for 6 hours.
Prerequisite: ARTS 4223.
visual design
ARTS 2313 Computer Applications in Art
Introduction to digital imaging in the visual arts. beginning instruction in digital image creation, manipulation and processing. Introduction to input and output peripherals, computer graphic software programs and and work in the digital visual arts. Prerequisite: ARTS 1313.
ARTS 3363, Graphic Design I
An overview of design principles and the application of design processes to posters, logos, stationery, and publication design. Conceptual development and visual and technical problem solving skills are emphasized. Prerequisite: ARTS 1013 and ARTS 2313.
ARTS 4363, Graphic Design: Typography
Studies include type as form, typographic contrast principles, legibility, text organization and hierarchy, and experimental approaches to typographic design. Overview of typographic history is included. Current computer software applications utilized. Prerequisite: ARTS 3363.
Graphic Design: Typography Web site
ARTS 4373, Graphic Design: Symbols
Emphasis on development of logos, pictograms, symbols, and conceptual symbolism, with a study of the history of symbol generation. Current computer software applications utilized. Prerequisite: ARTS 3363.
ARTS 4383, Graphic Design: Layout
Advanced explorations of organizational principles and design processes applied to print media. Contemporary design practices and graphic design history are studied. Current computer software applications utilized. Prerequisite: ARTS 3363.
ARTS 4343 Advanced Design
Studio problems in the interrelations of two and three-dimensional elements in traditional, experimental and digital media. Prerequisite: ARTS 1313 and ARTS 1323 and ARTS 2313.
ARTS 4613 Visual Design: WEB 1
This course introduces students to the World Wide Web and the technologies and practices involved in creating a successful Web presence. Discussions include interactivity, usability and accessibility, with an emphasis on hand-coding standards-based XHTML and cascading style sheets and a special attention to graphic design standards. Prerequisite: ARTS 3363
Visual Design: WEB 1 Web site
ARTS 4623 Visual Design: WEB 2
This course explores design in several modern delivery methods, such as in virtual worlds and on mobile devices, and concentrates heavily on interactive Flash motion graphics. The projects will include using Second Life, Adobe Device Central, Flash, qr code (semacode) output, as well as Web video, digital photography, compression techniques and dynamic object referencing and scripting through ActionScript 3.
ARTS 4653 Elements of Animation
This course explores the fundamentals of sequential imaging and storytelling from traditional methods through modern animation software. Computer-based projects will make use of digital and video cameras, video editing software, Web animation software and a 3D animation package. Prerequisites: ARTS 1013, ARTS 1313, ARTS 2313. (Graphic Design 1 no longer a prereq for this course.)
Elements of Animation Web site
ARTS 4663 Motion Design
In this course, students will explore motion graphic design as it combines 2D and 3D animation, typography, video footage, photography and sound. The projects will explore elements of storytelling, moving compositions and animation principles that focus on Web and DVD delivery, using mainly Adobe Premier and After Effects.
ARTS 4663 Advanced Animation
(this course is on sabbatical)
ARTS 439V Special Problems in Graphic Design (1-6)
Advanced individual projects in graphic design. Prerequisite: any 4000 level visual design course except ARTS 4343.
ARTS 494V Graphic Design Internship (1-6)
Credit for practical experience gained through internship in graphic design. Report required from intern and field supervisor on progress and significant accomplishments. 3 credit hours per semester. Prerequisite: any 4000 level visual design course except ARTS 4343.
other courses
ARTS490VH Honors Thesis (1-6)
Special problems in studio, art history, art criticism or a combination of these. May be repeated for 12 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing.
ARTS491V Internships in Art (1-3)
Credit for practical experience gained through internships in studio art, art history, gallery practices and/or art education. Report required from intern and field supervisor on significant accomplishments and/or progress. May be repeated for 6 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing and art major.
ARTS4921 Workshop: Professional Practices in Art
A workshop in professional artistic practices including portfolio presentation, matting, framing, writing resumes, making slides of work, health and safety issues, opportunities, etc. Prerequisite: Art majors only. Requires junior, senior or graduate standing.ARTS493V Fine Arts Gallery Internship (1-3)
Study all aspects of operating the Fine Arts Gallery. Research and preparation for exhibitions, organize and install exhibits, care of art works, create and distribute publicity, arrange interviews with newspapers, and other media.
ARTS495V Special Topics (1-6)
May be offered in a subject not specifically covered by the courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.