Art ARTS 101 – 3 Credits The Studio Experience Focuses on the interrelationship of hand, eye, and mind in creating expressive works of art; includes studio work in two- and three-dimensional art, lectures, critiques, and museum visit. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Lab Fee:$20.00 ARTS 104 – 3 Credits Art Appreciation Introduces students to visual art and the importance it plays in everyday life. This course will require students to think critically about art, the role individuals play in defining art, and how art relates to societal values of contemporary and historical cultures. Students will visit a museum, develop a basic vocabulary pertaining to the visual arts, and identify the differences between various media, disciplines, and periods. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisites:ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 ARTS 105 – 3 Credits History of Art I Serves as a chronological introduction to world Visual Arts from prehistoric times to c. 1400 CE. This introduction focuses on analyzing works within their own historic, religious, political, and social contexts, as well as art's relationship to cross-cultural contexts. Emphasis will also be given to the influence of ancient world art on contemporary arts, aesthetics, and cultures. Structural and formal elements will also be considered, as will the evolution of media and its impact on expression and the dissemination of ideas. This course will foster critical thinking skills by developing the ability to perceive, research, analyze, interpret, question, and articulate an understanding of art history in written, graphic, and verbal forms. A collective emphasis will focus on student understanding and the encouragement of an informed dialogue with our diverse cultural and artistic heritages. NOTE: Courses offered once a year (fall or spring). Prerequisites:ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 ARTS 106 – 3 Credits History of Art II Serves as a chronological introduction to world Visual Arts from c. 1400 CE to present. This introduction focuses on analyzing works within their own historic, religious, political, and social contexts, as well as art's relationship to cross-cultural contexts. Emphasis will also be given to the influence of historic world art on contemporary arts, aesthetics, and cultures. Structural and formal elements will also be considered, as will the evolution of media and its impact on expression and the dissemination of ideas. This course will foster critical thinking skills by developing the ability to perceive, research, analyze, interpret, question, and articulate an understanding of art history in written, graphic, and verbal forms. A collective emphasis will focus on student understanding and the encouragement of an informed dialogue with our diverse cultural and artistic heritages. NOTE: Courses offered once a year (fall or spring). Prerequisites:ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 ARTS 122 – 3 Credits Advanced Painting ARTS 131 – 3 Credits Two Dimensional Design Explores the elements and principles of design as applied to visual communication. Traditional and digital media are introduced as students work through a variety of visual design projects. Concept development and creativity are emphasized. This course is designed to prepare students for intermediate level visual arts courses in both transfer and career programs in art, design and interactive media. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisites: ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or permission of program coordinator. Lab Fee: $10.00 ARTS 132 – 3 Credits Drawing I Explores the basics of drawing using a variety of traditional materials & digital media. A series of drawing exercises and projects will be used to investigate subjects including still life, architectural perspective & the human figure. This course prepares students for intermediate level visual arts courses in both transfer and career programs in art, design & interactive media or for personal enrichment. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisites: ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or permission of program coordinator. Lab Fee:$10.00 ARTS 133 – 3 Credits Color Theory Explores the physical characteristics and psychological effects of color through exercises in various design applications. Emphasis is placed on the investigation of color effects that are used in the applied and fine arts. This course is designed to prepare students for intermediate level visual arts courses in both transfer and career programs in art, design and interactive media. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisites: ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or permission of program coordinator. Lab Fee:$10.00 ARTS 134 – 3 Credits Three Dimensional Design Focuses on idea development using both traditional and nontraditional three dimensional materials and media. A hands on approach will be used in modeling, casting, carving, assemblage, mixed media, installation and time based artwork. Exploring a variety of subject matter, students will produce representational, abstract, and non objective artwork. This course prepares students for intermediate level visual arts courses in both transfer and career programs in art , design and interactive media. It may also be taken for personal enrichment. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisites: ENGL 052 or ESOL 052 and RDNG 052 or ESOL 054 or permission of program coordinator. Lab Fee:$40.00 ARTS 140 – 3 Credits Sculpture I Introduces 3-D Design concepts and the techniques of modeling, casting, and carving; includes a variety of media in the exploration of representative and non-objective works and provides models for figure and portrait studies. 2 lecture hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 134 or written permission from program coordinator required. Lab Fee: $10.00 ARTS 145 – 3 Credits Painting I Investigates various approaches to painting emphasizing basic methods and techniques of painting and color mixing; includes critical examination and discussion of classwork and outside assignments from the standpoint of formal organization. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Lab Fee:$10.00 ARTS 146 – 3 Credits Water Color Painting I Develops painting and sketching techniques using transparent and opaque matter-based media; explores still life, landscape, and figure painting elements. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Lab Fee: $10.00 ARTS 150 – 3 Credits Ceramics I Explores ceramic materials and processes, emphasizing development of hand-building techniques and an introduction to the potter's wheel; provides basic understanding of clay, glazes, and kiln operation. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Lab Fee:$40.00 ARTS 160 – 3 Credits Fundamentals of Photography Introduces contemporary black-and-white still photography; emphasizes basic camera skills and darkroom techniques as foundation necessary for advanced study in photography. Student supply list will be given at the first meeting of the class. Students must supply their own camera, film, and paper. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: Students must have a working 35mm camera with manual functions and the option to interchange lenses Lab fee: $40.00 ARTS 161 – 3 Credits Intermediate Photography Further develops the skills introduced in Photography I. Students must supply their own camera, film, and paper. Prerequisite: ARTS 160 or written permission from instructor required Lab fee: $20.00 ARTS 163 – 3 Credits Color Photography Introduces the fundamentals of color photographic printing as applied in creative uses of color negative film; includes lectures, demonstrations, and critiques to develop technical proficiency and an aesthetic awareness. Students must supply their own camera, film, and paper. Prerequisite: ARTS 162 or written permission from instructor required Lab fee: $20.00 ARTS 166 – 3 Credits Black/White Lab Techniques ARTS 167 – 3 Credits Color Lab Techniques ARTS 170 – 3 Credits Printmaking I Explores basic techniques in relief, intaglio and mono-printing, stressing non-toxic processes. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Lab fee:$20.00 ARTS 201 – 3 Credits Drawing/Design on the Computer ARTS 210 – 3 Credits Computer Art ARTS 230 – 3 Credits Drawing II Explores advanced drawing theories and practices emphasizing life drawing and anatomy; provides models. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 132 or written permission from program coordinator required Lab fee: $15.00 ARTS 231 – 3 Credits Drawing III Emphasizes composition and expression and the additional development of theories and practices of drawing; includes figure drawing, critiques, and lectures, and may include drawing from landscapes, interiors, and still lives. 2 lecture hours and 2 hours laboratory per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 230 or written permission from program coordinator required Lab fee:$15.00 ARTS 232 – 3 Credits Drawing IV Explores advanced drawing theories and practices emphasizing life drawing and anatomy; provides models. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 231 or written permission from program coordinator required Lab fee: $15.00 ARTS 240 – 3 Credits Sculpture II Develops principles and techniques of sculpture through the use of a variety of materials; constructions using welding, woodworking, and other methods will be explored. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 140 or written permission from program coordinator required Lab fee: $15.00 ARTS 241 – 3 Credits Sculpture III Explores advanced theories and practices related to additive and subtractive sculpture approaches in the round and in relief; provides models for figure and portrait studies. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 240 or written permission from program coordinator required Lab fee: $15.00 ARTS 242 – 3 Credits Sculpture IV Explores advanced theories and practices related to additive and subtractive sculpture approaches in the round and in relief; provides models for figure and portrait studies. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. Prerequisite: ARTS 241 or written permission from program coordinator required ARTS 245 – 3 Credits Painting II Develops painting skills and methods emphasizing compositional organization and the use of color as an expressive element; provides models for figure or portrait studies and includes critical analysis of assignments. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 145 or written permission from program coordinator required Lab fee: $15.00 ARTS 246 – 3 Credits Water Color Painting II Develops painting and sketching techniques using transparent and opaque matter-based media; explores still life, landscape, and figure painting elements. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 146 or written permission from program coordinator required Lab fee: $15.00 ARTS 247 – 3 Credits Portrait Figure Painting I Explores painting theories and practices with emphasis on the development of a creative approach and individual style; provides models for figure or portrait studies. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 145 or written permission from program coordinator required ARTS 248 – 3 Credits Portrait Figure Painting II Explores painting theories and practices with emphasis on the development of a creative approach and individual style; provides models for figure or portrait studies. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 247 or written permission from program coordinator required ARTS 250 – 3 Credits Ceramics II Develops hand-building techniques; emphasizes perfecting of skills of throwing on the wheel, glazing, and other surface enhancement techniques. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 150 or written permission from program coordinator required Lab fee: $40.00 ARTS 251 – 3 Credits Ceramics III Investigates advanced theories and practices in ceramics and expands skills, including throwing on the potter's wheel, hand-building, formulating glazes, and experimenting with various clay bodies; encourages development of personal style through forms and surface enhancement. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE: Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 250 or written permission from program coordinator required Lab fee: $40.00 ARTS 252 – 3 Credits Ceramics IV Investigates advanced theories and practices in ceramics and expands skills, including throwing on the potter's wheel, hand-building, formulating glazes, and experimenting with various clay bodies; encourages development of personal style through forms and surface enhancement. 2 lecture hours and 2 laboratory hours per week. NOTE:Courses offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: ARTS 251 or written permission from program coordinator required Lab Fee: $40.00 ARTS 261 – 1 Credit Travel Study ARTS 262 – 2 Credits Travel Study ARTS 263 – 3 Credits Travel Study ARTS 264 – 4 Credits Travel Study ARTS 265 – 5 Credits Travel Study ARTS 266 – 6 Credits Travel Study