A course exploring the basic problems in three-dimensional design. An introductory course composed of problems in landscape, perspective, figure and still-life in several media. A continuation of ART 160 involving more complex problems with emphasis on composition and expressive possibilities of a variety of media including ink, pencil, conte, charcoal and experimental materials. Art in General Culture. An exploratory course which aims to develop a nontechnical, general, cultural understanding of the space arts, such as architecture, painting, sculpture and industrial design.
Emphasis is on the contemporary.
Problems in three-dimensional form using traditional and modern techniques. Processes of modeling in clay, mold making, casting, carving in wood and stone, and welded metal sculpture are explored. An exploration of the nature and theories of color. Students will study the expressive and symbolic qualities of master colorists and apply this knowledge to theoretical and practical problems. A creative approach to photography with emphasis on understanding materials and techniques.