Art (ART)

A grade of C or better is required for prerequisite courses. 

ART 100  Visual Dynamics (GT-AH1)  3(3-0)  

Fall, Spring, Summer.
Appreciation and understanding of visual experiences and techniques reflecting the cultural dynamics of creativity.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.
(Gen Ed: H, GT-AH1)

ART 110  Art Career Orientation  3(2-2)  

As Needed.
Guided development of individual job objectives.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 115  Design Fundamentals for Visual Art  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Explore the foundational elements of two-dimensional and three-dimensional design and their intersections in the visual art design process.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 116  Digital Techniques for Visual Art  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
An introduction to digital tools in visual art and design practices.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 141  Drawing I: Observational Drawing  3(1-4)  

Fall.
Development of perception and technical skills in rendering.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 176  Photography: Expressive Composition  3(2-2)  

Spring.
An introduction to observational seeing through photography. The class focuses on composition within the camera frame and selecting the photographs that most effectively convey the objectives of each experiment.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 233  Sculpture I  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Basic problems in sculpture relating specific concerns of visual form and process.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 234  Painting I  3(1-4)  

Spring.
Introduction to painting in oil and acrylic where the control of space will be approached through the use of color.
Prerequisite: ARC 210 or ART 115 and ART 141.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor.

ART 242  Drawing II: Life Drawing  3(1-4)  

Spring.
Continued development of perception and technical skills in rendering, utilizing the human figure. Detail investigation of the skeleton and muscle forms are explored.
Prerequisite: ART 141.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 247  Ceramics I  3(1-4)  

Fall, Spring, Summer.
Essential skills in ceramic processes; emphasis on form and function as related to students' needs and creative intent.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 270  Printmaking I  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Introduction to multiple image production utilizing relief printing including woodcut, linocut and collagraph. Introduction to shop techniques, safety procedures and history of the medium.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Art core or permission of instructor.

ART 274  Art & Design Essentials  3(2-3)  

Fall.
This course expands on the concepts of ARC 174 toward incorporating industry standard digital tool-sets into the creative process as well as exploring the dynamics of visual communication.
Prerequisite: ARC 174.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 276  Photography: Creative Lighting  3(2-3)  

Fall.
Explore the fundamental characteristics of light & its effect on the photographic image. Use the 5 characteristics of light to direct every aspect of the process from basic studio sets to large scale location works.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 281  Principles of Graphic Design  3(2-3)  

Spring.
Exploration of Graphic Design Theory and the Basic Principles for the effective use of color, dynamic type layout, branding & logo design as well as page & screen design.
Prerequisite: ARC 174.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 291  Special Topics  (1-5 V)  

As Needed.
Special Topics.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (99).

ART 301  Late Twentieth-Century Aesthetics  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
This course introduces the classic writings in ancient and modern philosophy theory and criticism informing American and European art of the late twentieth century.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 310  Portfolio Review  1(1-0)  

As Needed.
Art & Creative Media majors prepare and present a portfolio of their creative and art historical work that showcases their development in foundations and other courses.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Art Core must be completed prior to students registering for this course.

ART 333  Sculpture II: Site Art  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Creating sculptural elements whose form and content are a response to its site and context.
Prerequisite: ART 233.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (9).

ART 334  Painting II  3(1-4)  

Fall.
Techniques in oil and acrylic emphasizing the application of materials to subject matter and composition.
Prerequisite: ART 234.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 342  Drawing III  3(1-4)  

Spring.
Advanced course in pursuit of increased skills of perception and artistic anatomy.
Prerequisite: ART 141 and ART 242.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (9).

ART 347  Ceramics II  3(1-4)  

Fall, Spring, Summer.
In-depth development of specific ceramic techniques; skills and personalization of style. Students will load and fire all the kilns as well as mix glazes.
Prerequisite: ART 247.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (9).

ART 370  Printmaking II  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Introduction to traditional and non-traditional methods of Intaglio printing including line etch, aquatint, dry point, resist methods, photo processes and color printing.
Prerequisite: ART 270.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (9).

ART 374  Motion Graphics  3(1-4)  

Spring.
Students explore contemporary principles, compositing methods and industry standard software to create visual effects for video, animation and motion related projects.
Prerequisite: ART 274 or MAE 240.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 376  Photography: Digital to Darkroom  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Produce exhibition quality prints from the same historical processes that defined the very invention of photography. Experiment with 19th century recipes & precious metals to craft exquisite photographic prints.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 381  Graphic Design Techniques  3(2-3)  

Fall.
Students focus on how design methodologies and branding influence an audience. Client relations and design communication are a primary emphasis in this process-oriented course.
Prerequisite: ART 281.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 382  Methods of Character Design  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Take on the role of a character designer or illustrator by exploring the various processes and concepts that go into creating effective game characters.
Prerequisite: ART 274 or MAE 251.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 383  Exhibition Design  2(0-4)  

As Needed.
Communication and design principles applied to the display of objects. Special attention to museum and gallery installations.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor.

ART 397  Studio Series  (1-3 V)  

As Needed.
Advanced studio offerings for students who have completed all other course offerings in a specific discipline. Scheduled concurrently with lower-division studios.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor. Repeatable (9).

ART 410  Senior Portfolio  1(1-0)  

As Needed.
Graduating Art & Creative Media majors prepare resumes; artist’s statements, teaching statements, or research abstracts; and present their creative portfolio or art history research in the Senior Show.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Senior standing.

ART 415  Exhibiting Latinx/Chicanx Art  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Examine what it means to create exhibitions of Latinx/Chicanx/Indigenous art in museums and galleries. Bridging theory and practice, the course explores the history of exhibiting Latinx/Chicanx/Indigenous Art.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 422  Social Art Practices  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Explore new art practices that engage with communities around them. Create and design projects that involve social interaction and participation as a mode of expression and activism.
Prerequisites: ARC 310.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 433  Advanced Site Art  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Advanced projects in Site Art that involve the presentation and creation of site specific sculptural forms.
Prerequisite: ART 333.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (9).

ART 434  Painting III  3(1-4)  

Fall.
Advanced painting with an emphasis on individual development. Focus pertains to formal, pictorial and technical problems met in developed personal imagery.
Prerequisite: ART 334.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (9).

ART 442  Drawing IV  3(1-4)  

Spring.
Emphasis on development of individual skills of perception and exploration of new techniques and materials.
Prerequisite: ART 342.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (9).

ART 447  Advanced Ceramics  3(1-4)  

Fall, Spring, Summer.
This course explores advanced theories and techniques involved in working with clay: forming, firing, glazing, kiln design and construction.
Prerequisite: ART 274.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (9).

ART 470  Printmaking III  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Introduction to lithography printing using stones, aluminum plates and photo processes in black and white and multiple color techniques.
Prerequisite: ART 370.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (9).

ART 474  Personal Vision: Digital Art & Animation  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Project proposal and exploration course with particular emphasis on process strategies for developing dynamic creative projects and/or installations in digital art & animation.
Prerequisite: ART 374 or MAE 240 or MAE 251.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (6).

ART 476  Personal Vision: Filmworks & Photography  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Project proposal and exploration course with particular emphasis on process strategies for developing dynamic time based, film, photographic or other creative media related projects.
Prerequisite: ART 274 or ART 276 or MAE 240 or MAE 251.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (6).

ART 477  Personal Vision: Studio Arts  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Project proposal and exploration course with particular emphasis on process strategies for developing dynamic projects through traditional and non-traditional studio art practices.
Prerequisites: ARC 310.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 481  Graphic Design Studio  3(1-4)  

Spring.
Experience what professional designers do on a daily basis. Students will be challenged to conduct research, reflect, make, and communicate, both individually and in small teams.
Prerequisite: ART 381.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (6).

ART 482  3D Worlds & Game Environments  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Explore the rich visual history of game environments and the influences that inform their themes and styles while building the necessary components for your own unique 3D worlds.
Prerequisites: ART 274 or ME 251.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 491  Special Topics  (1-5 V)  

As Needed.
Special Topics.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (99).

ART 494  Field Experience  (1-6 V)  

As Needed.
Off-campus individual experience providing transition from classroom instruction to on-the-job experience.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Senior standing and permission of instructor. Repeatable (6).

ART 495  Independent Study  (1-5 V)  

As Needed.
Individual tutorial experience.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Junior or senior standing. Permission of instructor.

ART 496  Cooperative Education Placement  (1-4 V)  

As Needed.
Cooperative Education Placement.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor.

ART 497  Studio Series  (1-3 V)  

As Needed.
Advanced sections of studio offerings.
Prerequisite: ART 397.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor. Repeatable (99).

ART 500  Workshop  (1-5 V)  

As Needed.
Using materials and techniques based on advanced concepts and ideas.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Graduate standing and permission of instructor. Repeatable (99).

ART 511  Theory & Methods  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Graduate-level discussion of major developments in art theory and criticism.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor. Repeatable (99).

ART 512  Contemporary Art  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Advanced study in contemporary art and associated criticism, aesthetics and the philosophy of art through the end of the twentieth century.
Prerequisite: ART 212.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor.

ART 533  Graduate Level Sculpture/Public Art  3(0-6)  

As Needed.
Graduate level work in sculpture/public art including explorations in content, context, critique and techniques.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Three semesters of undergraduate sculpture or permission of instructor. Repeatable (99).

ART 534  Graduate Painting  3(1.5-3)  

As Needed.
Explore principles, theories, and techniques in contemporary painting: content/imagery, materials and paint handling, work in a series, exhibition, historical research, aesthetic discussion and critiques.
Prerequisite: ART 242 and ART 434.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Admission to graduate Teacher Education Program. Repeatable (99).

ART 542  Graduate Drawing  3(1-4)  

As Needed.
Professional drawing practices utilizing quality papers and display presentation.
Prerequisite: ART 412.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 547  Ceramics  (1-3 V)  

As Needed.
Graduate level work in clay including explorations in ceramic content, context, critique and techniques (forming, firing and glazing).
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Three semesters of undergraduate ceramics or permission of instructor. Repeatable (99).

ART 570  Graduate Printmaking  3(0-6)  

As Needed.
Graduate students will develop their personal, creative approach to image making through innovative exploration of relief, intaglio or lithography.
Prerequisite: ART 470.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: None.

ART 574  Graduate Digital Art  3(1.5-3)  

As Needed.
Explore principles, theories, and techniques in contemporary digital art: content/imagery, work in a series, exhibition, historical research, aesthetic discussion and critiques.
Prerequisite: ART 242 and ART 334 and ART 474.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Admission to graduate Teacher Education Program. Advisor approval required for prerequisite equivalents. Repeatable (99).

ART 576  Graduate Photography  3(1.5-3)  

As Needed.
Explore principles, theories, and techniques in contemporary photography: content/imagery, programs, appropriate media output, work in a series, exhibition, historical research, aesthetic discussion and critiques.
Prerequisite: ART 374 and ART 476.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Admission to graduate Teacher Education Program or permission of instructor. Advisor approval required for prerequisite equivalence. Repeatable (99).

ART 591  Special Topics  (1-3 V)  

As Needed.
Special Topics.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Graduate standing and permission of instructor. Repeatable (99).

ART 597  Studio Series  (1-3 V)  

As Needed.
Graduate level studies.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Permission of instructor. Repeatable (99).