Source: https://catalog.uwm.edu/courses/art/
Timestamp: 2019-04-18 21:29:38+00:00

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Appreciation of North American art through study of diverse cultural traditions including African-American, Native-American, Latino-American, Asian-American and European-American expressive practices.
Course Rules: Not open for cr or enrollment to Art & Art Educ majors.
Exploration of drawing materials, methods, concepts and expression based on visual observation.
Introduction to contemporary art and design as presented through artist lecture series; addresses themes of form, function, criticism and audience relative to contemporary art practice..
Special topic course in Art and Design for non-art majors.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 6 cr max. Not open to Art & Art Ed majors.
An introduction to visual problem solving. Organization of the two-dimensional plane using the elements and principles of design. Includes the study of black and white and the basics of color.
An introduction to three-dimensional design through constructed surface and form studies, tool usage and fabrication techniques.
Course Rules: Cultures and Communities Prog course; req'd service learning component. Jointly offered with & counts as repeat of Film 150.
Expanded development of drawing materials, methods and expression; focus on conceptual and perceptual process.
An opportunity for freshmen and sophomores to work collaboratively with an Art and Design faculty member on a specific and sustained research project.
Prerequisites: admis to First Year Prog or Art & Design, & cons instr.
Expanded exploration of the art and science of color for studio media; focus on pigment, screen and digital output.
Prerequisites: Art 101(P), 108(P); or cons instr.
Last Taught: UWinteriM 2015, Summer 2013, Fall 2011, UWinteriM 2011.
Introduction to time based technologies for artists and designers; includes audio, video, and animation techniques. Surround sound, lighting, green screen, and visual effects are examined.
Introduction to problem solving using the basics of drawing and elements & principles of design; includes composition & color theory.
Course Rules: Not open to Art & Design and Art Ed majors.
Introduction to computer as design and production tool for graphic design, use software to create graphics, edit images and design complex layouts.
Prerequisites: Art 101(P), 106(P), 108(P), & 118(P); or admis to Inter-Arts/IAT prog & Art 118(P); Math 102(C), 103(C), 105(C), 108(C), or Level 30 on Math Placement Test; or cons instr.
Introduction to the fundamentals of designing with type; emphasis on formal design skills, type history, conceptual problem-solving.
Prerequisites: Art 101(P), 106(P), 108(P), 109(P), 118(P) & 221(C); Math 102(C), 103(C), 105(C), 108(C), or Level 30 on Math Placement Test; or cons instr.
Fundamentals of designing with type; emphasis on formal design skills, conceptual problem solving. Focus on screen-based projects and type in motion, some print design.
Prerequisites: Art 101(P), 108(P), & 118(P); or pre-Inter-Arts/IAT prog; Math 102(C), or Math 103(C), or Math 105(C), or Math 108(C), or Level 30 on Math Placement Test; or cons instr.
A concept oriented workshop in graphic design.
Prerequisites: see Schedule of Classes. Math 102(C), 103(C), 105(C), 108(C), or Level 30 on Math Placement Test; or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2017, Fall 2016, Fall 2015, UWinteriM 2012.
Introduction to fiber materials and processes and contemporary aesthetic consideration in fiber arts.
Prerequisites: Art 101(P); & 108(P) or 109(P); Math 102(C), or Math 103(C), or Math 105(C), or Math 108(C), or Level 30 on Math Placement Test; or cons instr.
Special topics course in fibers.
Prerequisites: see Schedule of Classes; or cons instr.
Last Taught: Spring 2013, Fall 2012, UWinteriM 2008, Summer 2007.
Exploration of oil painting medium including color and construction of pictorial space. Work primarily from observation, investigating range of motifs and personal content.
Prerequisites: Art 101(P), 106(P), & 108(P); Math 102(C), 103(C), 105(C), 108(C), or Level 30 on Math Placement Test; or cons instr.
Special topic course in painting and drawing.
Prerequisites: admis to Art and Design Prog.
Fundamental aesthetics/techniques of darkroom/digital photography using digital cameras & 35mm SLR film cameras; focus on camera operation, image exposure, printing practice for b/w compositions.
Beginning special topic workshop course in photography.
Prerequisites: admis to Art & Design prog or Pre-Film/Film prog or Inter-Arts/IAT prog; or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2015, Fall 2014, UWinteriM 2013, Summer 2009.
Basic experiences in various sculpture media with an emphasis on the asethetic interrelationship of techniques and concept.
Prerequisites: Art 101(P), 106(P) & 109(P); Math 102(C), 103(C), 105(C), or 108(C), or Level 30 on Math Placement Test; or cons instr.
A short term, special topic workshop in sculpture.
Prerequisites: see Schedule of Classes.
Last Taught: UWinteriM 2011, Spring 2010, UWinteriM 2010, Fall 2009.
Introduction to major aspects of metalworking and jewelry. Develop design skills and technical competency and explore metalsmithing as an art form. Outside class work required.
Prerequisites: Art 101(P), 106(P), & 109(P); Math 102(C), or Math 103(C), or Math 105(C), or Math 108(C), or Level 30 on Math Placement Test; or cons instr.
Introduction digital design, drawing and fabrication using 3D modeling software and output devices such as 3D printers and laser cutters.
Prerequisites: Art 118(P) or equiv; or cons instr.
Introduction to fabrication methods, materials and techniques for problem-solving in the design of physical objects.
Prerequisites: Art 277(C); Math 102(C), or Math 103(C), or Math 105(C), or Math 108(C), or Level 30 on Math Placement Test; or cons instr.
Special topics workshop in jewelry and metalsmithing.
Handbuilding, surface embellishment and glazing of functional and sculptural ceramic forms. Slide lectures of historical and contemporary approaches to the medium.
A short term, special topic workshop in ceramics.
Introduction to basic studio practices, skills, and materials including plates, presses, inks, and image processing.
Prerequisites: Art 101(P), 106(P), & 108(P); Math 102(C), or Math 103(C), or Math 105(C), or Math 108(C), or Level 30 on Math Placement Test; or cons instr.
Studio and special problems designed to provide relevant course work for a study abroad in the visual arts.
Prerequisites: admis to Art and Design Prog; acceptance in Study Abroad Prog.
Course Rules: May be retaken with topic change.
A special topic workshop in Print & Narrative Forms.
Last Taught: Spring 2013, Summer 2012, Summer 2011, Fall 2010.
Special topic course in Art and Design.
Prerequisites: jr st, & admis to Art and Design prog or to IAT; or grad st.
Course Rules: May be retaken with topic change to 6 cr max.
Study of community arts as a tool for enriching community life, affirming cultural identity, and pursuing political and social justice goals.
Prerequisites: admis to Art & Design, Multicultural America 150(P) (in any area).
Lecture course focused on critical issues/theory in contemporary art and culture.
Students investigate the relationship between concept, material, process, aesthetic, and context in artmaking. Then, students are encouraged to integrate digital and traditional approaches to production.
Prerequisites: jr st & admis to Art & Design prog or IAT prog; & Art 212(P) or Film 222(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
An introduction to principles and applications of computer programming languages within art practice.
Prerequisites: jr st, admis to IAT prog or to Visual Art prog, & Art 118(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Course Rules: Art 313 & FineArt 313 are jointly offered; they count as repeats of one another.
Use image-editing/painting software and tablets to generate digital paintings. Traditional rendering techniques will be considered along with color and kinetic concepts.
Prerequisites: soph st & Art 118 (P); or cons instr.
Course Rules: Counts as repeat of Art 302 w/same topic.
Students study installation and eco-art, participatory art and social practice, and incorporate contemporary concepts and their strategies into individual and collaborative work.
Prerequisites: jr st, admis to Inter-Arts/IAT prog or Art & Design prog; or cons instr.
Course Rules: Counts as repeat of Art 327 w/similar topic.
An introduction to interactive art objects and installations using computer vision, signal processing, and/or MIDI and USB technologies.
Course Rules: Art 316 & FineArt 316(211) are jointly offered; they count as repeats of one another.
An introduction to 3D imaging techniques and applications.
Prerequisites: jr st; admis to Art and Design prog or Inter-Arts/IAT prog; grad st; or cons instr.
Last Taught: Summer 2018, Summer 2017, Summer 2012, Spring 2012.
Art production using interactive systems such as sensors, microcontrollers, motors, lights.
Prerequisites: Admis to Art and Design prog or IAT prog; or cons instr.
Introduction to concrete computing for artists, including robotics, interactive systems; basic programming, and soldering/assembly. Emphasis on production of object oriented art.
Prerequisites: Admis to Art and Design prog or Inter-Arts/IAT prog, & Art 118(P); or cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 6 cr max. Art 319 & FineArt 319 are jointly offered & count as repeats of each other.
Basic forms and concepts for design and visual communication. Basic professional and academic concepts explored through studio assignments, lectures and readings.
Prerequisites: admis to Art and Design prog, grade of B- or better in Art 124(P), 221(228)(P), 223(P) & successful completion of Design and Visual Communication portfolio review.
Application of design and media skills to illustration problems. Interrelation of image and typography in various graphic forms.
Prerequisites: soph st & admis to Art and Design Prog; or cons instr.
Continuation of Art 223; more advanced application of typography in categories of informational and publication design; emphasis on contemporary typographic concepts and designs.
Prerequisites: grade of B- or better in Art 321(229)(P); 3 cr min Graphic Design expanded studies (grade of C or better).
Introduction to design for the Internet: information architecture, hypertextuality, creative and client-based sites, critical issues of Internet culture; fundamentals of markup languages, CSS, and software.
Prerequisites: admis to Art and Design prog or pre-Inter-Arts/IAT prog, & Art 118(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Exploration of responsive design using HTML, CSS and prototyping tools/frameworks; focus on design for usability across devices.
Prerequisites: admis to Art and Design prog or Inter-Arts/IAT prog; & Art 324(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
A concept oriented workshop in digital media.
Prerequisites: soph st, admis to Visual Art prog or Inter-Arts/IAT prog; or cons instr. See Schedule of Classes for additonal prereq.
Course Rules: FineArt 327(351) & Art 327 are jointly offered & count as repeats of each other. May be retaken w/chg in topic to 6 cr max.
Contemporary concepts in weaving using various materials and loom techniques.
Prerequisites: Admis to Art and Design Prog & Art 231(P); or cons instr.
Contemporary concepts in fiber construction using various materials & hand construction techniques.
Last Taught: Fall 2017, Fall 2016, Spring 2014, Fall 2011.
Batik, tie-die and direct application of dyes and pigments on textiles.
Design and repeat pattern through the screen printing process on textiles. Use of dyes and pigments, stencil design and cloth construction.
Exploration of the figure through traditional and contemporary interpretations using a variety of drawing mediums.
Prerequisites: Art 101(P), 201(102)(P), 106(P), & 108(P).
Traditional and contemporary approaches to figurative painting explored through art historical examples, expanded media/techniques and the development of personal direction.
Prerequisites: Art 342(P) & 243(P).
Painting in transparent watercolor. Introduction to basic principles and techniques.
An advanced course in the visual 'reading' of works of art from the artists' point of view. Course includes slide lecture, with discussion. Student presentation required.
Last Taught: Fall 2009, Fall 2008, Spring 2008, Spring 2002.
Critical theory and practices in photography, along with the aesthetic and technical challenges of digital photography and color capture, concentrating on camera operation, digital workflow practice and digital printing.
Prerequisites: Art 108(P), 118(P) or Film 117(P); & Art 253(P), 212(P), 221(P) or 291(P); & admis to Art & Design prog or Pre-Film/Film prog or Inter-Arts/IAT prog; or cons instr.
Aesthetic and technical challenges of lighting in the studio and other locations, along with an introduction to digital imaging strategies for photographers.
Prerequisites: Art 118(P) or Film 117 (P), & Art 253(P) or Art 221(P), & admis to Art & Design prog or Pre-Film/Film prog or Inter-Arts/IAT prog; or Photo minors with Art 253; or grad st; or cons instr.
Aesthetic and technical challenges of analog photography with medium and large format cameras, addressing image pre-visualization, image scale, contrast control, photographic developers, scanning, paper surfaces, and fine art printing.
Prerequisites: jr st & Art 253(P) or Film 117(P) & admis to Art & Design prog or Pre-Film/Film prog or Inter-Arts/IAT prog; or Photo minors with Art 253(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Intermediate special topic workshop course in photography.
Prerequisites: soph st, admis to Art & Design prog, Pre-Film/Film prog, or Inter-Arts/IAT prog; or cons instr. Additional prerequisites may be announced in the Schedule of Classes each time course is offered.
Intermediate level experiences in an expanding range of sculpture processes. Development of expressive awareness through lectures, critiques, discussion and demonstrations.
Prerequisites: admis to Art and Design prog & Art 261(P).
Last Taught: Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009, Spring 2008.
Last Taught: Spring 2008, Fall 2007, Spring 2007, Fall 2006.
Basic and advanced techniques using new and traditional moldmaking technologies. Fields trips to iron pours and conferences when possible.
Last Taught: Spring 2012, Summer 2010, Fall 2008, Fall 2007.
A studio laboratory consisting of a wide spectrum of techniques and ideologies, concentrating on the exploration of joining painting and sculpture as a consummate form.
Prerequisites: jr st; Art 261(P).
Last Taught: Spring 2008, Spring 2006, Fall 2004, Fall 2002.
Intermediate level course in specialized sculpture processes & skills.
Prerequisites: admis to Visual Art prog & Art 261(P).
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 15 cr max.
A special topic workshop in sculpture.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic change to 6 cr max.
Last Taught: Fall 2014, Fall 2013, UWinteriM 2012, Fall 2011.
Exploration of construction and fabrication methods and expansion of the aesthetic, physical, functional and cultural vocabulary of specific metalsmithing techniques. Four hours studio monitoring mandatory.
Prerequisites: admis to Art and Design prog & Art 271(P).
Introduces formal and conceptual issues associated with multiples as an art making strategy, using traditional and experimental casting processes. Four hours studio monitoring mandatory.
Last Taught: Fall 2017, Fall 2015, Spring 2014, Spring 2012.
Survey of fabrication methods with emphasis on manipulation of material through industrial processes. Four hours studio monitoring mandatory.
Prerequisites: Art 261(P), or Art 271(P), or Art 278(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2014, Summer 2014, Summer 2013, Summer 2012.
Introduction to the potter's wheel as a forming tool, including integration of hand built and wheel thrown forms, and basic glaze formulation.
Prerequisites: admis to Art and Design prog & Art 281(P).
Human form in clay through observation, drawing and modeling using a variety of ceramic construction methods. Individual conceptual and expressive approaches emphasized.
Prerequisites: Admis to Art and Design prog & Art 281(P); or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2017, Fall 2014, Fall 2012, Fall 2010.
Moldmaking for ceramics focusing on plaster molds. Press molds and slip casting methods for replication of forms in series, and issues of multiplicity are addressed.
Contemporary approaches to the ancient process of woodfiring. Development of personal aesthetic using woodfire effects on functional and sculptural work. Technical research, firing participation required.
A short term special topic workshop in ceramics.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic 6 cr max.
Continuation of Print and Narrative Forms with focused studio investigations in specialized print media and book arts techniques.
Prerequisites: Admis to Art and Design prog; and Art 291(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Studio work based on stone and plate lithography; lectures on history, multicolor printing, polyester plate and experimental techniques in lithography.
Prerequisites: Art 291(P); or grad st & cons instr.
A studio course exploring digital media and traditional printmaking. Media/content focus to include array of relevant topics.
Prerequisites: admis to Art and Design prog; & Art 291(P), 221(P), or 253(P); or admis to Inter-Arts/IAT; or cons instr.
Studio work in intaglio; drypoint engraving, etching, relief-intaglio; aquatint, experimental procedures, color printing, development of personal graphic concept.
Last Taught: Spring 2018, Spring 2017, Fall 2014, Spring 2013.
Screen-print process using the photo-stencil to reproduce hand-drawn and computer manipulated marks and images; printing skills, experimentation with materials and multiple reproduction.
Prerequisites: Art 291(P), 253(P), 231(P), or 221(P); or grad st & cons instr.
Last Taught: Spring 2014, Spring 2012, Fall 2010, Spring 2009.
Studio work exploring traditional and experimental book structures. Media/content focus variable to include array of relevant topics.
Prerequisites: jr st; or grad st; or cons instr.
Studio practice in the use of photo-sensitized plates, various printmaking processes (intaglio, lithography, relief) with emphasis on multiple plate color printing.
Prerequisites: admis to Art and Design prog & Art 291(P) or 253(P).
Last Taught: Fall 2014, Fall 2012, Fall 2010, Spring 2009.
Prerequisites: jr st & admis to Art and Design prog; or grad st; or cons instr.
Last Taught: Spring 2018, Spring 2017, UWinteriM 2017, Summer 2016.
This interdisciplinary course (engineering and art students) considers the diverse aspects of the product realization process. 2.5 hrs lecture.
Intermediate study of community arts as a tool for enriching community life, affirming cultural identity, and pursuing political and social justice goals.
Prerequisites: Art 306(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
An advanced, concept oriented studio course where students produce Digital Studio art.
Prerequisites: jr st, admis to Art & Design prog or IAT prog, & Art 312(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Advanced art production using interactive systems such as sensors, microcontrollers, motors, lights for interactivity installations & performance.
Prerequisites: jr st, admis to Art prog or IAT prog, & Art 318; or grad st; or cons instr. See schedule of classes for any additional prereqs.
Course Rules: May be retaken/chg in topic to 9 cr max.
Intermediate level emphasizes a beginning professional synthesis of fundamentals of typography, symbol, image in comprehensive design projects.
Prerequisites: grade of B- or better in Art 321(229)(P), 323(328)(P) & 3 cr min Graphic Design expanded studies (grade of C or better).
Prerequisites: Art 323(P) & successful completion of or exemption from a QL-A course; or cons instr.
Advanced understanding of typography, its use in innovative information systems, its historical context and function in various media including print, architectural applications, Web and multimedia.
Prerequisites: jr st & B- or better in Art 323(328)(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Last Taught: Spring 2018, Spring 2016, Fall 2011, Spring 2011.
Exploration of concepts and technologies in web, interaction and screen design. Topic and additional prerequisites will be published in Schedule of Classes; students must meet additional prereqs.
Prerequisites: jr st; or cons instr.
Introduction to history and production of short-duration motion graphics (industry, Internet, titling, graphics, creative projects) using contemporary production tools (video editing, compositing, audio recording/sequencing).
Prerequisites: jr st & Art 118(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
A short term, concept oriented workshop in graphic design.
Advanced problem-solving working toward the development of cohesive body of work in non-loom construction.
Prerequisites: jr st, & Admis to Art and Design prog, & Art 231(P); or cons instr; or grad st.
Last Taught: Spring 2012, Fall 2009, Fall 2005, Fall 2004.
Continuation of ART 332. Further development of individual concepts in weaving leading to a cohesive body of work.
Prerequisites: jr st, & Art 332(232)(P); or cons instr; or grad st.
Digital processes and screen-printing on textiles with an emphasis on individual expression.
Last Taught: Fall 2015, Fall 2012, Fall 2010, Spring 2008.
Individual research and execution of projects in various processes of weaving. Professional execution of work emphasized.
Prerequisites: jr st; Art 432(P).
Last Taught: Spring 2008, Spring 2005, Spring 2003, Spring 1999.
Individual research and execution of projects in various processes of non-loom fiber construction. Professional execution of work emphasized.
Last Taught: Fall 2017, Fall 2016, Spring 2015, Spring 2013.
Individual research and execution of projects in various processes of fabric printing and construction.
Last Taught: Spring 2018, Fall 2014, Fall 2011, Fall 2008.
A special topic course in fibers.
Prerequisites: See semester Schedule of Classes.
Advanced investigation of drawing as an organizing tool for thought and personal image exploration. Students work with both assigned and independently-conceived problems.
Prerequisites: jr st & Admis to Art and Design prog; or grad st.
Focus on the human figure. Emphasis on personal interpretations in studio-based and outside assignments.
Prerequisites: jr st, admis to Art and Design prog, & Art 342(P).
Emphasis on painting concepts, problem solving, research, construction strategies and development of personal direction.
Prerequisites: jr st, admis to Art and Design prog & Art 343(P); or 243(P) & cons instr.
Continuation of Art 344. Greater emphasis on individual development and experimental use of the medium.
Last Taught: Summer 2008, Summer 1998, Spring 1996, Fall 1994.
Last Taught: Fall 2008, Spring 2008, Spring 2003, Spring 2002.
A short term, special topic course in painting and drawing. Addtional prereqs may appear in the Schedule of Classes.
Prerequisites: jr st or writ cons instr.
Specific topic and additional prerequisites will appear in the Schedule of Classes each time the course is offered.
Addresses critical issues, theory, and practices surrounding contemporary photography and how photographers have worked to challenge, expand, and reinvent the medium.
Prerequisites: jr st, admis to Photo prog, cumulative 2.67 GPA in photo curriculum, Art 253(P), B- or better in Art 350(P); or Photo minors with Art 350(P) or Art 358(P) or Art 357(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Investigation of contemporary and historical narrative strategies that range from documentary to tableau and move from single images to sequencing.
Prerequisites: jr st, Art 253(P), Art 350(P) & admis to Art & Design prog or Pre-Film/Film prog or Inter-Arts/IAT prog; or Photo minors with Art 350(P), 358(P), or 357(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Exploration of critical concepts through advanced digital color management, retouching, manipulation, compositing, image appropriation, and expanded media to include time-base media, emerging capture/output technologies and hybrid practices.
Prerequisites: jr st, Art 253(P) & Art 350(P) or Art 357(P); or Art 212(P) & Art 312(P); or Art 221(P) & Art 321(P), & admis to Art & Design prog or Pre-Film/Film prog or Inter-Arts/IAT prog; or Photo minors with Art 350(P) or Art 357(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2017, Spring 2016, Spring 2015, Spring 2014.
Advanced special topic workshop course in photography.
Prerequisites: jr st, admis to Art & Design prog, Pre-Film/Film prog, or Inter-Arts/IAT prog; or gr st; or cons instr. Additional prerequisites may be announced in the Schedule of Classes each time course is offered.
Last Taught: Fall 2015, Fall 2014, UWinteriM 2013, Fall 2011.
Exploration of welding processes, wood-working techniques, and mixed media assemblage.
Prerequisites: jr st, admis to Art and Design prog, & Art 261(P).
Last Taught: Fall 2010, Fall 2009, Fall 2008, Spring 2008.
Exploration and investigation of the human figure from live models. Includes study of anatomy and historical references.
Last Taught: Fall 2010, Spring 2008, Fall 2007, Spring 2007.
Advanced level course in specialized sculpture processes & skills.
Prerequisites: jr st & Art 368(P); or grad st. See Schedule of Classes for additional prereq.
A short term special topic workshop in sculpture. Specific topic and additional prerequisites may appear in the Timetable each semester.
Prerequisites: jr standing or writ cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to a 6 cr max.
Development of technical competency in metal forming and angle raising through traditional and experimental processes. Four hours studio monitoring mandatory.
Last Taught: Spring 2016, Fall 2014, Fall 2012, Fall 2011.
Exploration of surface enrichment through vitreous enamel on metal and other traditional and experimental coloration techniques. Four hours studio monitoring mandatory.
Specific topic and additional prerequisites will appear in Schedule of Classes each time the course is offered. Four hours studio monitoring mandatory.
Last Taught: Spring 2018, Fall 2016, Spring 2013, Fall 2012.
Introduction to professional and academic portfolio preparation including a cohesive body of work, resume, artist statement, visual documentation and portfolio presentation. Four hours studio monitoring mandatory.
Prerequisites: jr st & Admis to Art and Design prog; Art 371(P) or 372(P) or 378(P) or 470(P) or 472(P) or 473(P) or 478(P); or grad st & cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken to 12 cr max.
Survey of fabrication methods with an emphasis on computer numeric controlled fabrication & exploration into digital fabrication & craft. Four hours studio monitoring mandatory.
Prerequisites: Art 277(P) & 261; Art 277(P) & 271(P); Art 277(P) & 278; or grad st; or cons instr.
Prerequisites: jr st, & Admis to Art and Design prog, & Art 271(P); or grad st & cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 6 cr. max.
Advanced problem-solving working toward the development of a cohesive body of work in the ceramic medium. Exploration of special thematic topics.
Prerequisites: jr st, & Admis to Art and Design prog, & Art 281(P); or cons instr; or grad st & cons instr.
Continuation of ART 481. Advanced problem solving and development of a cohesive body of work in the ceramic medium. Exploration of special thematic topics.
Prerequisites: jr st, & Art 481(P); or grad st & cons instr.
Continuation of ART 482. Advanced problem solving and development of a cohesive body of work in the ceramic medium. Exploration of special thematic topics.
Prerequisites: jr st & Art 482(P); or grad st.
A short-term special topic course in ceramics.
Prerequisites: jr st & writ cons instr.
An advanced studio course exploring digital media and traditional printmaking. Media/content focus to include array of relevant topics.
Prerequisites: jr st & Art 393(293)(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Last Taught: Spring 2016, Spring 2015, Fall 2013, Spring 2013.
Develop conceptual base of work and expand range of print skills with emphasis on color printing and combination print processes.
Prerequisites: jr st & Art 392(P) or 393(293)(P) or 394(P) or 396(P) or 398(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Advanced studio course exploring the creation of sequential art and the development of visual narratives using experimental book structures as well as electronic media (web, multimedia).
Prerequisites: jr st & Art 291(P) or 253(P); or 221(228)(P); or grad st & cons instr.
Last Taught: Spring 2012, Spring 2010.
Studio and special problems designed to provide relevant course work for a study abroad program in the visual arts.
Special topic course in Print and Narrative Forms.
Prerequisites: jr st; or grad st; or cons instr. Add'l prereqs may appear in Schedule of Classes each time course is offered.
Student classroom experience as an assistant to the course instructor in a closely-monitored mentoring situation.
BA students collect, organize, synthesize & present capstone project in public event.
Prerequisites: sr st, Art 604(C).
An opportunity for juniors and seniors to work collaboratively with an Art and Design faculty member on a specific and sustained research project.
Prerequisites: jr st; & completion of Oral and Written Communication (OWC) Competency Part A GER, or cons instr.
Advanced course exploring contemporary illustration: technologies for its creation, dissemination and viewing, its relationship to design and fine art practice.
Prerequisites: jr st & Art 322(P); or cons instr.
Preparation for the design profession through research, writing and portfolio development. Graduate level requires additional research.
Prerequisites: jr st, & Art 323(C); or grad st; or cons instr.
Exploration of topics focused on Human Factors in Universal Design.
Prerequisites: jr st; Art 221(P), 378(P), or 478(P); or grad st.
Course Rules: May be retaken w/chg in topic to 6 cr max. Counts as repeat of Art 427 with similar topic.
Introduction to aspects of design production including scheduling, budgeting, pre-press, paper selection, printing, digital files, vendor communication; digital and hand-assembled mock-ups will be produced.
Prerequisites: Art 221(228)(P); or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2016, Spring 2015, Spring 2013, Spring 2012.
Capstone course emphasizes a complete and comprehensive synthesis of design and visual communication through comprehensive studio projects developed for a graduate portfolio.
Prerequisites: jr st, & grade of B- or better in Art 421(329)(P) & 6 cr (final 3 may be taken conc) Design and Visual Communication Expanded Studies (grade of C or better); or grad st & cons instr.
Further development of fiber investigations leading to a final project for BFA exhibition.
Individual program of supervised study for the advanced student in fibers.
Prerequisites: jr st; Admis to Art and Design prog; or grad st, & cons instr.
Continuation of Art 441. Advanced investigation of drawing as an organizing tool for thought and personal image exploration. Students work on assigned and independently-conceived problems.
Prerequisites: jr st & Art 441(P); or grad st.
Continuation of Art 442. Advanced focus on the human figure. Emphasis on personal interpretations in studio-based and outside assignments.
Prerequisites: jr st; admis to Art and Design prog & Art 442(P); or grad st.
Advanced investigation of painting focused upon personal image exploration through independently conceived problems.
Prerequisites: jr st & Admis to Art and Design prog; Art 441(P), & 443(P); or grad st.
Research and development of a body of photographic work.
Prerequisites: sr st, admis to Photo prog, cumulative 2.67 GPA in photo curriculum, B- or better in Art 452 (P), & two of the following: 451(P), 454(P), 456(P), 458(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Further development of studio investigations leading to a final project for BFA Exhibition.
Prerequisites: sr st, grade of B- or better in Art 552(P); or cons instr.
Development of advanced concepts in contemporary sculpture.
Prerequisites: jr st; Admis to Art and Design prog, & Art 261(P), & 363(P); or 365(P); or 461(P); or 464(P); or grad st.
Last Taught: Spring 2011, Spring 2009, Spring 2008, Fall 2007.
Development of sculptural work that incorporates the environment, integration of sculptural form, installation, and performance.
Prerequisites: jr st & Admis to Art and Design prog; Art 363(P) & 365(P), or 461(P), or 464(P), or 561(P); or grad st & cons instr.
Last Taught: Spring 2010, Spring 2008, Fall 2007, Spring 2007.
Further development of independent sculpture investigations leading to a final project for BFA Exhibition.
Prerequisites: sr st & Art 561(P); or 562(P); or cons instr.
Research and create a cohesive body of work based on technical, aesthetic and conceptual explorations for BFA Exhibition.
Prerequisites: sr st & Art 371(P), 474 (P); & four of the following: 372(C), 378 (C), 470(C), 472(C), 473(C), 478(C); or cons instr.
Interdisciplinary research into digital fabrication, rapid prototyping and design.
Prerequisites: Art 478(P); or grad st; or cons instr.
Further development of independent investigations in ceramics leading to a final project for BFA Exhibition.
Prerequisites: sr st & Art 482(P); or cons instr.
Advanced research and further development of personal aesthetic in woodfiring. Leadership in supervising the firing process required.
Prerequisites: jr st, & Art 384(P); or grad st & cons instr.
Introduction to professional and academic portfolio preparation including a cohesive body of work, resume, artist statement, professional writing samples, visual documentation and portfolio presentation.
Prerequisites: jr st; gr st; or cons instr.
Imaging and hybrid forms in contemporary photographic, book arts, narrative forms and print work.
Last Taught: Fall 2016, Spring 2016, Fall 2015, Spring 2015.
A special course open only to seniors and graduate students with written cons instr.
Prerequisites: sr st; writ cons instr.
Course Rules: May be retaken to max of 3 cr.
Prerequisites: sr st; & successful completion of, or exemption from, a QL-A course, or cons instr.
Independent supervised preparation and exhibition in Art & Design to fulfill BFA degree requirements.
Prerequisites: sr st, enrol conc in an advanced studio course; or cons instr.
Supervised preparation and exhibition in conjunction with Art 529 Graphic Design III to fulfill degree requirements.
Prerequisites: Art 421(P) & 529(C).
Provides structured opportunities for art students to earn credit for skills and professional experience gained working in galleries, museums, studios, arts organizations or art businesses.
Prerequisites: jr st & admis to Art and Design prog; or grad st & cons instr.
Prerequisites: sr st & writ cons instr.
Further development of independent investigation in Digital Media, leading to a final project for BFA Exhibition.
Development of advanced understanding of visual, theoretical, historical, professional and technical aspects of design practice through work with client(s).
Role and responsibility of professional designer investigated. Topics may include contemporary trends and issues, design education, ethics, social activism, career opportunities.
Last Taught: Fall 2017, Fall 2012, Fall 2011, Fall 2009.
Individual research in graphic design.
Prerequisites: Art 529(P) or cons instr.
Last Taught: Fall 2013, Spring 2011, Spring 2008, Fall 2007.
Further development of independent painting investigations leading to a final project for BFA Exhibition.
Prerequisites: sr st & Art 543(P); or cons instr.
An advanced critique format course to investigate painting and drawing mediums. Students will develop and discuss conceptual, technical, and collective dialogue strategies.
Prerequisites: sr st or writ cons instr.
Focus on design process: identify/define problems, communication modes, nature of representation, dimensions of context, solution assessment. Develop storytelling skills. Rapid prototyping, qualitative/quantitative research, collaboration, co-design.
Seminar focused on theory and methods for graduate research in Design Entrepreneurship + Innovation.
Self-directed research in photography with involvement in group critiques.
Last Taught: Spring 2007, Spring 2006, Fall 2005, Fall 1998.
Focus on collaboration and human-centered design practices, processes and activities including design thinking, research, iterative process, prototyping, and storytelling.
Prerequisites: grad st & Art 721(P); or cons instr.
Supervision in support of MA Thesis Project separate from but in conjunction with students MA Thesis Committee.
Prerequisites: Art 727(P) & cons instr.
Prerequisites: grad st; Art 753(P).
Last Taught: Spring 2007, Spring 2006, Spring 1999, Spring 1997.
Last Taught: Summer 2015, Fall 2006, Fall 2004.
Ongoing critique of individual studio research in students' chosen medium(s). Emphasis on developing and maintaining interdisciplinary dialogue. Studio research, individual, and group critiques required.
Course Rules: Retakable to 21 cr max.
Presentations and discussions centering on contemporary concerns in art. Student research and oral reports.
Experience in the systematic development and production of written and visual documentation or research.
Last Taught: Fall 2014, Spring 2013, Fall 1996, Spring 1994.
Examination of unique topics and issues of the modern and/or contemporary field of art. Student scholarly research and written/oral reports required.
Studio critique/discussion to develop analytical perceptual skills in the understanding/comprehension of works of art. Student research, presentation and written/oral reports required.
Last Taught: Spring 2009, Spring 2007, Spring 2005, Spring 2003.
A special topic workshop for graduate students including reading, research, writing and studio practice.
Independent studio work and research in areas not covered by specific courses.
Independent reading and research relative to scholarly issues in art.
Independent work and research in combined media.
Individual work and research in design and digital media.
Independent work and research in fibers.
Last Taught: Fall 2016, Spring 2015, Spring 2014, Spring 2013.
Independent work and research in painting/drawing.
Independent work and research in photography.
Independent work and research in sculpture.
Last Taught: Spring 2017, Fall 2016, Fall 2014, Fall 2013.
Independent work and research in jewelry and metalsmithing.
Independent work and research in ceramics.
Independent work and research in printmaking, bookmaking, and experimental narrative.

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