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Continued concentration on drawing the figure with more emphasis on use of color medium. Research papers will deal with contemporary and traditional artists whose work dealt with the figure.

Students begin to learn professional practices in application of their chosen medium, construction of support structures, creation of artwork reflecting their interpretation of their roles in society and preparation of their artwork for exhibitions. Students will also research, write and discuss historical and contemporary theories and trends in art. Students decide whether to work in drawing or painting or both.

Course is designed to introduce students to the elements of live performance within a multimedia environment. Elements of live artistic performance (such as music, theatre, poetry, etc.) will be combined with computer-mediated elements to achieve a new style of interactive performance.

A studio-based course exploring the broad field of Installation Art as a means of visual expression. A range of materials and methods will be used to create installations that transform the viewer’s experience of space. Lectures,demonstrations, and readings introduce students to Installation Art.

An introductory level, fine arts studio course that builds an understanding of cinematic arts through hands-on exercises and projects. Participants explore basic camera tools and techniques, sound design, and digital non-linear editing. The development of visual cinematic language and the creative/aesthetic and conceptual use of the medium are stressed. Analytical thinking and conceptual explorations are emphasized. Works of contemporary and historical video and film artists are viewed and discussed.

Students will explore techniques and theories of experimental narrative structure as a counter argument to the dominant and established Hollywood system. Students will gain a deeper understanding of processes and thematic structure that can help advance a narrative direction in their experimental work. Through a series of assignments and projects, students will explore techniques that bridge experimental and the traditional narrative experience. Screenings and readings will reinforce the course work.

An upper-level studio art course that introduces concepts and techniques of special effects to the experimental video making process. Hands-on assignments will cover practical effects in front of the camera and digital post-production effects including advanced compositing of video elements. Emphasis will be placed on obtaining professional results with minimal resources.

A studio production course that offers the opportunity to investigate web art production methods with particular attention to interactivity, navigation, sequence and audience participation. Emphasizes the conceptual and creative potential of the web and the effects of virtual interactivity on the user.

A course designed for students with a strong interest and background in composition, multimedia, audio and MIDI. A project-oriented course focusing on audio design, analysis, and integration as it applies to multimedia authoring, motion video, and web content creation.

An introduction to the various techniques and forms of paper arts. Students learn traditional Western and Eastern approaches to making paper, and use paper as an expressive medium for 2D and 3D art forms.

An introduction to various techniques and forms of artist books. Students learn traditional binding as well as contemporary approaches for artist books

This course offers an opportunity to investigate both traditional and innovative approaches to object making. Materials and processes may include hot and cold casting, welding, papermaking, and hand formed cement, among others. Cross-media explorations are encouraged. Technical exploration, craftsmanship, and underlying intent is scrutinized and fostered through class critique, peer review, and required research.

Continuation of ARTS 241 - Figure Modeling; increased emphasis on technique and expressive content.

Students will study the working methods of early pioneers of photography, as well as examine present-day software development that fabricates and alters these processes. Historical working methods and contemporary mimicking approaches will be discussed in lectures, examined through readings and will be put into practice through hands-on experience with the materials. Students will expand their photographic vision through the use of experimental photographic processes as well as broaden their knowledge of the history of photography as it has led to new creative processes in combination with digital technology.

An introduction to the use of artificial lighting in Photographic Illustration. This is a technical class where emphasis will be placed on the use and control of studio lighting equipment. It is accomplished by lecture, demonstration, practical experience and critique.

Theoretical and practical introduction to electronic imaging as a creative medium. Understanding of the principals, methods, techniques and vocabulary of the most widely used digital imaging processes with an emphasis on personal expression. Topics explored will include photographic manipulation, collage, fabrication and experimental media as forms of visual expression. Lectures, laboratory work and individual and collaborative projects. Students with Macintosh imaging experience may enroll without the prerequisite with permission of the instructor.

Narrative photography visualizes the stories that surround us, inspiring contemplation and a genuine connection with one another. The course will focus on the art of visual storytelling through the medium of photography. All aspects of photographic narrative and image sequencing will be explored, from documentary to tableau vivant. Through focused investigation, students will explore the technical, historical and inherent narrative power of the photograph. A camera that can take electronic still images is required (this can range from a digital SLR to camera phone).

Introduction to the process of sequencing and organizing images and information across multiple platforms. Provides students with an understanding of tools and technologies used in the creation, reproduction, and distribution of visual messages including books, interfaces, and time based work.

Emphasis is placed on conceptual development, symbolic language, and the design of systems across different media. Problem definition and content interpretation is focused on as is the role of the audience in design. Professional practices are introduced including collaboration in the creation of design solutions.

Principles of typographic composition, structure and hierarchy. Terminology, typographic history, technical issues related to typography. Typography as a medium of visual communication. Student exercises focus on the relationship between visual and verbal language and technical details of typographic specification and computer layout. Advanced placement review; or permission of instructor.

Exploration of design using text type and typographic technology. Students investigate narrative and expressive use of typographic form and format/informational organization problems.

Investigates the intermediate studio problems in the ceramics process. Hand-Building or wheel forming procedures are utilized to explore a variety of experimental approaches to the ceramic form, with a continued emphasis on the search for appropriate surface treatments and firing techniques.

Exploration of visual narrative structure employed in sequential art such as comics, storyboard art, and graphic novels through interpretive exercises and history of the medium. Students will gain experience ion visual editing, character and story development, and sequential drawing (both with traditional media and digital drawing tablets and software).

An intermediate studio concentration on digital line drawn and cel animation, including motion graphics and compositing. Emphasis on story development, character realization, the lip-synch process, multi-layer animation, and title design will be explored through short animation exercises.

An intermediate-level studio course, which builds on Intermediate 2D Animation and Intermediate Illustration, with a concentration on modeling, lighting and some animation. In addition to exploration of 3D modeling and animation, the history of traditional 3D animation is investigated to further understand 3D space and design.

Selected studio media and techniques.

The course allows the student to receive credit for introductory internship experiences, generally on-campus, related to some aspect of their field of study. Enrollment is to be arranged with an appropriate instructor, by permission only.