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A continuation of ARTS 105 Foundations in Drawing with further emphasis on using learned skill sets to create visual content. Exploration of contemporary uses of drawing. Introduction to color.

Intensive drawing course related to the human figure. The figure is explored in various mediums and in both realism and abstraction. Research papers and readings out of the textbook are required.

First course in the Drawing and Painting program which is structured to prepare students for lives as professional artists. The course expands on material included in the foundation courses. Students will explore more technical, aesthetic and conceptual approaches in both drawing and painting. Research papers are required.

The course is designed to introduce to the student the basic principles of designing web pages for the World Wide Web. Mixing traditional design concepts with web-based tools, students will learn how to code pages for the web across platforms. Students will also gain practice in the use of HTML, Java and CGI/Perl scripting.

This Foundations of Time-­Based Media course is designed to help students develop their aesthetic and technical understandings of time as a creative tool and medium. Fundamental principles of time including duration, sequencing and movement will be established through hands-on creative projects and exercises. Screenings of historical and contemporary examples will also be an informative aspect of the learning process. Development of effective art criticism skills will allow for creative group interactions and the defining of one’s personal aesthetic vision.

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.

A studio production course that explores a variety of digital tools for art production. The course offers a broad overview of contemporary digital technologies using avant-garde art movements of the 20th century as a framework to explore digital tools. The course covers a variety of software applications used in contemporary artistic practices and may include image manipulation, digital painting, sound art, video art, and web design.

An introduction to theory and application of contemporary intaglio printmaking utilizing etching, monoprinting, and digital imaging. Contemporary intaglio approaches utilize less toxic processes and techniques that have been developed recently. Emphasis is placed on the technical skills required to visually communicate utilizing the printmaking medium.

An introductory course that explores basic design considerations, materials, and techniques relating to three-dimensional expression. Classroom discussion and studio projects stress an individual interpretive approach to concept development. Slide lectures and assigned reading expose students to a contemporary perspective of 3-D expression both past and present.

A beginning course in methods and materials appropriate for sculptural expression of the human form. Clay, plaster, mold making, and casting techniques are covered. Technical and conceptual development of form is stressed. Theory and practice of the human form in art is introduced through lecture and research requirements.

An exploration of more advanced techniques of camera exposure, software development and lighting with special emphasis on tonal control exploring the effects of existing light: from sunlight in its many forms to the variety of artificial lights encountered in everyday image making. Increased emphasis is also placed on aspects of composition, perception, content, color temperature, and diffusion/concentration as well as ways to modify light through reflecting, filtering, filling, diffusing, and cutting. A DSLR camera with manual settings is required.

Explores aesthetic and technical knowledge necessary to understand the art of color photography including color perception, materials and processes, and aesthetics of color. Emphasis is placed primarily on aspects of color theory, the use of color in photographic and digital image creation, the implementation of color workflow and color management systems and color printing. Throughout the semester, issues of form, composition and light will be discussed in the context of students’ own production.

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 and orientation to concepts and skills necessary for visual communication. Fundamentals of language and principles of graphic design structure with an emphasis on media for development of ideas and imagery. Introduction to fundamentals and language of typography.

Continued exploration of formal creation and manipulation with an emphasis of systems. Emphasis on the visualization of abstract ideas using text, image and form as well as hierarchy of information. Introduction of role of research and audience in the creation of design solutions.

The elements and principles of 3-D design are explored through introduction to basic techniques for the construction of ceramic objects without the use of the potters wheel. Projects in terra cotta clay explore the relationship of form and surface unique to the ceramic medium.

The rudiments of wheel forming pottery lead to the creation of bowls, vases, jars, and teapots in ceramics. Glazing and firing techniques for stoneware clay are covered.

An introduction to editorial illustration. The class will explore technical, aesthetic and conceptual principles, as well as research and historical examples. Projects include thumbnail sketches, semi-comps, and refined drawings for final presentation on paper.

A broad introduction to fundamental principles of motion utilizing traditional and digital 2D animation techniques. Topics explored include basic filmmaking terms and editing, a variety of traditional animation methods including flip books, line drawn, rotoscope, cutout, and collage animation as well as history of the medium.

Selected studio media and techniques.