Art (ART)

ART 105 DRAWING I - 5 hrs
An introduction to drawing through observation, description, and interpretation. Exploration of basic compositional elements using a variety of drawing materials.

ART 110 DESIGN 2D - 5 hrs
Study of fundamental elements and principles of two-dimensional art and their application to problems of visual organization. Lecture and studio projects.

ART 115 DESIGN 3D - 5 hrs
Study of elements and principles of art as applied to three-dimensional work. Lecture and studio projects. Prereq: ART 110 or permission of instructor.

ART 130 COLOR PRINCIPLES FOR THE ARTIST - 3 hrs
An examination of topics such as color as energy, color and perception, and light and pigments: additive and subtractive color. Studio applications will include color interaction problems, additive and subtractive color mixing, and written analyses of three-dimensional color applications.

ART 135 INTRODUCTION TO ARTS ADMINISTRATION - 5 hrs
The foundation course for the arts administration minor, an examination of topics such as philanthropy and the arts, leadership and public policy issues in the arts, arts marketing, and common challenges facing all arts disciplines.

ART 151 BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHY - 5 hrs
An introduction to the historical significance, basic materials and process, and aesthetic appreciation of black and white photography. Classroom and darkroom instruction. Students are encouraged to have their own 35mm camera. Cameras may be borrowed from the Instructional Support Services for a small fee.

ART 210 DRAWING II - 4 hrs
Intermediate work in drawing, with an emphasis on the human figure and composition. Exploration of various drawing media. Prereq: ART 105 and 110, or permission of instructor.

ART 220 ART HISTORY (ANCIENT) - 5 hrs
Survey of painting, sculpture and architecture from Paleolithic times to first century A.D. Emphasis upon the Western tradition.

ART 230 ART HISTORY (MEDIEVAL, RENAISSANCE, AND BAROQUE) - 5 hrs
Survey of painting, sculpture and architecture from first century A.D. to 1850. Emphasis upon the Western tradition.

ART 240 ART HISTORY (MODERN) - 5 hrs
Survey of Modern Art, European and American.

ART 250 SURVEY OF GLOBAL ART - 3 hrs
Study of selected cultures with an emphasis on the role of art and its relationship to other aspects of life. Cultures may include Native Arts of the Americas, Africa and Asia.

ART 251 INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY - 5 hrs
An investigation of the process of creating expressive photographic images with an emphasis on composition, technical quality, and evaluation of photographic prints. Prereq: ART 151.

ART 260 WOMEN ARTISTS IN HISTORY - 5 hrs
A chronological survey of the contributions which women painters and sculptors have made to the history of Western art from ancient times to present. An examination of the problems confronting women artists throughout history.

ART 270 CONTEMPORARY ART HISTORY - 5 hrs
An exploration of topics in art from 1950 to the present such as conceptual, process, and performance art. Art criticism, technology and art, and contemporary issues in design, photography, and architecture are possible topics. Prereq: ART 240.

ART 275 THEMES IN 19th AND 20th CENTURY ART HISTORY: ART IN AMERICA - 5 hrs
An exploration of American art from the early 19th century through 1950. Course will address American artists� responses to modern life, examining topics such as westward expansion, urban growth, and immigration. The specific topics will change each year in a three-year cycle. Repeatable to a total of 15 credits.

ART 290 ART IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION - 5 hrs
Studio and theoretical work to provide insight into the relationship of art to various aspects of early elementary education. Prereq: EDUC 160 and INST 130.

ART 292 ART METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADES - 5 hrs
An introduction for prospective art specialists to the world of children�s art. Studio and theoretical work will demonstrate the importance of the visual arts in the elementary grades and middle grades. Required for multi-age licensure in art. Prereq: INST 130.

ART 305 SCULPTURE - 5 hrs
An introduction to the art and craft of making sculpture. Studio projects will address modeling, casting, and fabrication techniques including glass casting. Art historical and contemporary sculpture topics will be addressed. Prereq: ART 115 or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a total of 15 credits.

ART 310 ADVANCED DRAWING - 4 hrs
Advanced work in drawing; in-depth exploration of medium and subject of student�s choice. Plan to be determined in consultation with instructor. Prereq: ART 210 or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a total of 8 credits.

ART 325 ILLUSTRATION - 4 hrs
Introduction to concepts of illustration, including concept generation, development of personal style and approach, and methods of linking text and image. Exploration of a variety of media. Prereq: ART 105 or permission of instructor.

ART 330 PAINTING - 5 hrs
Emphasis on structure, visual organization and the interaction between the artist and the work in progress. Study of historical and contemporary examples as they relate to students� paintings. Prereq: ART 105 or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a total of 15 credits.

ART 350 VISUAL COMMUNICATION I - 4 hrs
Study of typography, layout and production. Use of the design process (from thumbnails to mechanicals) to solve graphic design problems for a variety of formats. Introduction to the history of visual communication. Prereq: ART 105, 110 and 115 or permission of instructor.

ART 351 ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY - 5 hrs
Work in three selected areas of photographic exploration: Digital Color, Black and White: The Fine Print, and Alternative Approaches: Breaking the Rules. Topics will be offered on a rotating basis. Prereq: ART 151 and 251, or permission of the instructor. Repeatable to a total of 15 credits.

ART 355 VISUAL COMMUNICATION II - 4 hrs
Continued work in typography, layout and production. Investigation of such design areas as corporate identity, identity application, and other comprehensive projects. Portfolio preparation. Prereq: ART 350 or permission of instructor.

ART 360 PRINTMAKING - 5 hrs
Introduction to printmaking and studio work exploring various printmaking processes. Focus on relief and intaglio processes. Prereq: ART 105 and 110, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a total of 15 credits.

ART 365 PACKAGE DESIGN - 5 hrs
Exploration of the fundamentals of consumer package design and construction, including material use, surface graphics, and functional characteristics. Marketing and promotional problems are explored as well as environmental concerns. Prereq: ART 355.

ART 370 CERAMICS - 5 hrs
Introduction to handbuilding and wheel throwing processes, glazing and decorating, and firing procedures including raku. Emphasis on visual organization and expressive qualities of the ceramic form. Prereq: ART 115 or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a total of 15 credits.

ART 380 COMPUTER ART - 1-5 hrs
An introduction to the Macintosh computer as a tool in image making. Exploration of Photoshop and other digital image manipulation and drawing programs. Prereq: ART 105 and 110. Repeatable to a total of 15 credits.

ART 385 3D COMPUTER GRAPHICS AND ANIMATION - 5 hrs
This course is designed to give students a studio experience with 3D computer graphics and 3D animation techniques using the PC platform. Students will learn techniques and strategies for creating three-dimensional computer models, and creating 3D animations that illustrate a concept or tell a story. This course is applicable to all fields where visualization is needed to present an idea, illustrate a process, or tell an interesting story. It is especially advantageous to artists, teachers, and designers.

ART 390 INDEPENDENT STUDY - 1-5 hrs
Independent study in art history or studio art. A proposal describing the specific project must be submitted and approved by the instructor prior to registration. May be repeated for credit, pursuing a different topic.

ART 401 SENIOR EXHIBITION PRACTICUM - 1 hr
A practical experience in the professional design and installation of art exhibitions. Other professional preparation topics are also addressed. A required course for senior art majors to be taken during winter and spring quarters of the senior year. Repeatable to a total of 2 credits.

ART 440 ADVANCED STUDIO PROJECTS - 5 hrs
Advanced work in one studio area, following completion of upper level courses offered in the chosen area, e.g. painting, drawing, ceramics. Exploration of media not covered in program courses is also possible. Projects to be developed in consultation with instructor. Approval of instructor must be obtained prior to registration. Repeatable to a total of 15 credits in each medium.

ART 490 INTERNSHIP - 1-15 hrs
Internships are available to majors upon submission of a written proposal. They are arranged individually with design firms, museums, and corporations. The number of credit hours varies. Approval from the Art Department must be granted before registering for the internship.