Art

Tom Emmerson, Chair; Martha Mason.

The aim of the department is to cultivate an awareness, appreciation, and understanding of the various forms of visual experience. Through instruction and practice, the students may develop their creative abilities for practical use by following a concentration in fine art or commercial art. Commercial art is designed to develop skills in working with the printed word and visual communication; fine art will prepare the student as a professional artist or art teacher or will provide preprofessional training in allied fields.

ART MAJOR (Bachelor of Arts)

A student majoring in art must complete the major core requirements, one concentration and the required cognates for that concentration, the general studies program, and all baccalaureate degree requirements as outlined in this bulletin. As a senior comprehensive, all art majors are required to hold a senior show in the Clyde and Mary Harris Art Gallery; the show is to be completed with the approval and coordination of the art faculty. All senior art majors are also to prepare a slide portfolio of their art work as part of the senior comprehensive. The slides should consist of 20 images in either traditional transparency format or any digital format such as cross-platform CD-ROM is acceptable. All senior art majors are also required to complete an assigned 5-page paper and take an art major field test (ACAT).

Art Major Core Requirements:

FINE ART CONCENTRATION

Cognates: Fine Art

COMMERCIAL ART CONCENTRATION

Cognates: Commercial Art

ART MINOR

A student minoring in art must complete 33 quarter hours:

ART COURSES (ART)

ART 161, 162, 163 DESIGN 3, 3, 3

Intensified study of the basic elements of design aimed to develop cognizance of visual organization.

ART 184, 185, 186 INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING I, II, III 2, 2, 2

Experience in the use of line in representational and nonfigurative approaches, with application to still life and portraiture.

ART 194, 195, 196 INTRODUCTION TO PAINTING I, II, III 2, 2, 2

Introduction to painting with the media chosen by the instructor from among water, acrylic, and oil-based pigments. Includes instruction in design and drawing.

ART 201 CALLIGRAPHY 2

Introduction to italic handwriting with emphasis on the creative aspects of page layout and design and on developing a beautiful style. Includes individual study of selected hands chosen from foundational, uncial, chancery cursive, or gothic hands.

ART 244, 245, 246 COMMERCIAL ART 2, 2, 2

Introduction to the various processes and media of commercial art, with emphasis on layout, design, new directions, and craftsmanship. First quarter covers the basic principles of proportion and design applied to letters of the alphabet.

ART 251 INTRODUCTION TO ART 4

Introduction to art for liberal arts students who wish to better understand and appreciate the visual arts of painting, sculpture, architecture, printmaking, and the minor arts. Will not apply toward a major or minor in art.

ART 264, 265, 266 INTRODUCTION TO SCULPTURE I, II, III 2, 2, 2

The study and application of three-dimensional forms in space using varied media such as clay, plaster, plasticene, and paper. (Course fees apply.)

ART 284, 285, 286 INTRODUCTION TO POTTERY I, II, III 2, 2, 2

Introduction to pottery and ceramic sculpture using wheel-thrown and hand-built forms. Stresses design as it relates to form, function, and glaze decoration. Includes an introduction to the different methods of kiln firing. (Course fees apply.)

ART 294, 295, 296 INTRODUCTION TO PRINTMAKING I, II, III 2, 2, 2

Introduction to the art of printmaking, emphasizing the relief method linoleum cut, woodcut, and wood engraving. Includes an introduction to the intaglio method. (Course fees apply.)

ART 307, 308, 309 DRAWING IV, V, VI 2, 2, 2

Advanced study using the basic principles of drawing in various experimental approaches and advanced techniques. Prerequisites: ART 184, 185, 186.

ART 312 AESTHETICS AND PHOTOGRAPHY 4

Explores a wide range of fine art photography of the 19th and 20th centuries. Considers the aesthetic choices that reflect the basic elements of art, and includes exploration of historical context and social goals. Guest presentations in lecture and textual studies will also be included. Students develop a black and white portfolio with emphasis on aesthetic and spiritual content. No darkroom experience necessary. Offered even years only.

ART 317, 318, 319 PRINTMAKING IV, V, VI 2, 2, 2

Advanced study of the various processes of intaglio printmaking, drypoint, engraving, etching, and lithography. Open to majors and minors only. Prerequisites: ART 161, 162, 163; ART 184, 185, 186; ART 294, 295, 296. (Course fees apply.)

ART 324, 325, 326 HISTORY OF WORLD ART 3, 3, 3

Chronological study of the great periods in the history of art, their causes and developments; includes discussion of the relation between art and society and the implications of aesthetic understanding in each period.

ART 334, 335, 336 PAINTING IV, V, VI 2, 2, 2

Advanced study of aesthetic enjoyment and understanding. Designed to develop the application of paint, including oil, casein, or tempera. Prerequisites: ART 184, 185, 186; ART 194, 195, 196.

ART 344, 345, 346 ADVANCED DESIGN 3, 3, 3

Application of a wide variety of design principles relating to the needs of the commercial and fine artist. Prerequisites: ART 161, 162, 163.

ART 364, 365, 366 SCULPTURE IV, V, VI 2, 2, 2

Advanced study of basic three-dimensional design principles, using metal, fiberglass, wood, and stone, emphasizing experimentation in direction, media, and techniques. Prerequisites: ART 264, 265, 266. (Course fees apply.)

ART 374, 375, 376 POTTERY AND CERAMIC SCULPTURE IV, V, VI 2, 2, 2

Advanced study of the relationship of form, design, and decoration to tableware and hand-built, sculptural forms. Includes the understanding and making of clay, glaze formulation, construction methods, and kiln firing procedures. Prerequisites: ART 284, 285, 286. (Course fees apply.)

ART 395 METHODS OF TEACHING ART 2

Principles of design and exploration of materials appropriate for primary and intermediate- grade children. Methods of the intelligent use of art materials for the child of elementary-school age. Will not apply toward a major or minor in art. (Course fees apply.)

ART 494 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 0-4

Individual contract arrangement involving students, faculty, and cooperating businesses to gain practical experience in off-campus setting. Allows the student to apply advanced classroom learning. Prerequisite: Approval by department.