Art

Appreciation of various visual art forms with emphasis on the history, materials and aesthetics of art (not a studio course).

Introduction to the elements and principles of two-dimensional design and composition. Includes study of planar structure, depth illusions, figure-ground relationships and color theory.

Introduction to the elements and principles of sculpture and three-dimensional composition through a variety of processes and materials. Emphasis on spatial structure, basic volumes, and relationships of form and space.

Introduction to the principles of drawing from observation. Investigation of proportion, modeling and perspective with various drawing media.

Introduction to the principles and processes of drawing the human figure. Investigation of proportion, gesture and composition with various drawing media from live models.

Continuation of study of the principles of drawing from observation, with investigation of proportion, modeling and perspective in various drawing media.

Continuation of study of the principles and processes of drawing the human figure. Investigation of proportion, gesture and composition with various drawing media from live modes.

Continuation of study of the principles and processes of drawing the human figure. Investigation of proportion, gesture and composition with various drawing media from live models.

An introductory, comprehensive step-by-step instruction and explanation of the 'how' and 'why' behind the industry standard software skills of Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Students will be introduced to each feature as they work through information, including projects, reviews and step-by-step tutorials.

Study of industry-standard software and how to integrate these programs into seamless communication, while producing works that conform to design principles and client expectations. Learn essential graphic-design terminology and continue developing knowledge and skills through advanced, hands-on projects implementing vector illustrations, page layouts, image manipulation and typography.

Provides an introduction to computer-aided three-dimensional modeling technology used by designers in various disciplines including industrial design, graphic design, web design, game design, sculpture, and animation.

Provides further development of skills in the computer-aided three-dimensional modeling technology used by designers in various disciplines including industrial design, graphic design, web design, game design, sculpture, and animation. Focus is on developing advanced skills in rendering and presentation.

Introductory studio inquiry into graphic communication, including concepts and practical applications of traditional and contemporary visual art. Covers symbols, typography, information design, visual concepts and three-dimensional graphic design. Lectures, readings, demonstrations, slide presentations and group exercises are applied to visual problem solving, using digital hardware and software tools.

Covers foundations of two-dimensional visual graphic design, using basic computer skills, techniques and technology. Classic design elements of balance, harmony, variety and other design principles are explored and employed toward projects covering line and shape, type combinations, typography as design elements, color composition, drawing, photo, and collage.

Focuses on using typography as the primary visual in design exploration, with text introduced as a design element. Includes font classification, composition and production techniques. Projects cover typographic history, effective use of type and letterforms, and working knowledge of effective typographic methodology to creatively solve communications problems.

An introduction to fundamentals of digital photography. Topics include learning to use and understand digital cameras, shooting techniques, lenses, correct exposure, lighting, composition, creative image enhancement and manipulation. Includes instruction on skills useful for graphic design.

This foundation class for graphic designers identifies issues specific to publications and ways in which design principles and techniques are applied to solve them. Topics include effectively organizing content, using type and color, understanding the development of functional and visually engaging compositions, understanding visual and informational hierarchy, and typography.

Introduction to the study of techniques and methods used in illustration. Concentrated practice in working with available media and techniques, with emphasis on the use of design elements in creating effective graphics for visual advertising and journalistic communications.

Advanced study of techniques and methods used in commercial illustration projects. Concentrated practice on a variety of media and techniques, including digital media, in order to create effective imagery for visual communication.

Study and practice of techniques and methods used in commercial illustration projects, with subjects and applications related to the Natural Sciences. Using research and observation of specimens, the course provides concentrated practice on a variety of media and techniques, including digital media, in order to create effective imagery for visual communication.

Introduction to the history, methods, materials, skills and equipment for creating ceramic design. Work in hand methods, wheel throwing, glazing and firing.

Continued study and work in the methods and skills for creating ceramics.

Continued study and work in the methods and skills for creating ceramics.

Sculpture 1 follows 3D Design as a further investigation of three-dimensional form in art, including experience with subtractive, additive, modeling and casting processes. This project-based course focuses on developing the skills to work with traditional and non-traditional sculpture materials.

Sculpture 2 follows Sculpture 1 as a further investigation of three-dimensional form in art, including advanced experience with subtractive, additive, modeling, and casting processes, along with theoretical and conceptual practices of object making. The creative process is developed through projects that emphasize creative expression and the sculptural work's presentation.

Introduction to the history of art. Survey of the art and architecture of Western Civilization from prehistoric through Gothic periods.

Introduction to the history of art. Survey of the art and architecture of Western Civilization from Renaissance through Neoclassical periods.

Introduction to the history of art. Survey of the art and architecture of Western Civilization from Romantic through Modern periods.

An introduction to contemporary art history and the concerns of artists generally from the 1970s to the present. Will include discussion of artists who have been historically excluded, overlooked, or marginalized from major academic art history traditions.

Studio problems and individual development in intaglio printmaking. Includes drypoint, line etching, and aquatint using traditional copperplate processes.

Studio problems and individual development in relief printmaking. Includes black and white, color, subtractive, and multiblock processes.

Introduction to the principles and processes of oil and/or acrylic painting. Investigation of color and composition with various studio subjects.

Continued study of the principles and processes of oil and/or acrylic painting.

Continued study of the principles and processes of painting.

Introduction to the principles and processes of transparent watercolor painting. Investigation of color and composition with various studio and outdoor subjects.

Introduction to basic materials, cultural styles and techniques of Native American beading. Three-color Peyote stitch and two-needle flatwork articles will be created.

Continued study in the materials, cultural styles and techniques of Native American beading. Seven colors for Peyote stitch and flatwork with student-researched designs.

Advanced study of the materials, cultural styles, and techniques of Native American beading, including beading onto leather and completion of a large project.

Advanced study of the principles and processes of oil and/or acrylic painting. Emphasis on development of individual approaches to form and media. May be repeated.

Advanced study of the theory and practice of drawing. Emphasis on the development of individual approaches to form and media.

Introduction to the art of printmaking, including studio problems and individual design development. Students will learn to use intaglio and relief processes to create editions of fine art prints.

Advanced study of the theory and practice of printmaking. Emphasis on the development of individual approaches to form and media.

Packaging design combines marketing and graphics with an emphasis on three-dimensional design. Packages are analyzed and positioned from a marketing point of view. Brand marks, visual graphics and color schemes are developed for individual products and more sophisticated related product lines. Typical assignments include food, fragrance and mass-market packaging designs.

Studio course covering the process and purpose of graphic design. Projects include developing graphic design solutions for logos, branding, book jackets, packaging, posters, and advertising. Components of the design process including typography, layout, two-dimensional design principles, the job search, and student portfolios will be covered.

Introduction to Web Graphic Design stressing fundamental principles and their application to the web. Beyond mastering technical details of software, the course focuses on the essential building blocks of color, type, and layout, in working toward professional, appealing and functional website designs.

Capstone class investigates each phase of the branding process through comprehensive coverage of key brand applications in graphic design and advertising. Gain insight into the art of designing individual brand applications: brand identity, promotional design, identification graphics, websites and advertising. Develops strategies for generating ideas and creating brands.

Advanced study of the theory and practice of ceramics. Emphasis on the development of individual approaches to form and media. May be repeated.

Advanced Sculpture builds upon skills from previous sculpture classes, developing greater technical and conceptual skills in three-dimensional visual art practices. Students develop a sophisticated body of three-dimensional work, and a directed, productive approach to studio practice.