Emphasis is on personal aesthetics and craftsmanship, as it relates to the tools and materials used in mold making, carving, metal casting, mixed media, fabrication, and welding. 6 hours practicum. A survey of the historical development of art from the Renaissance to the twentieth century with emphasis on current trends featuring an aesthetic analysis of painting, architecture, and sculpture in the light of their sources and authorship. 3 hours lecture and discussion. Further exploration of the compositional elements of drawing and the use of spatial systems through more advanced techniques and media.
Emphasis is on the development of technical skill and creative perception and interpretation.
6 hours practicum. The continued study of human anatomy and the further development of technical drawing skills. Emphasis is on drawing the model within the environment. 6 hours practicum. A broad based approach to creatively solving contemporary communications media problems.