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105. Basic Design Introduces basic design principles that are common to both the fine and applied arts. Principles are introduced through slide lectures and the solution of studio problems. Required for studio majors. No prerequisite.
Two Hours Hillman Both Semesters


106. Basic Design Applied Teaches students how to use basic design principles to solve problems in the applied art disciplines of graphic, interior and architectural design. Prerequisite: Art 105.
Two Hours Hillman Both Semesters


113. Basic Painting A study of the elements of 2-dimensional design and color theory through applied problems in painting. The course investigates a variety of painting concepts. Required for studio majors. No prerequisite.
Two Hours Sullivan Both Semesters


114. Basic Drawing An introductory course that provides fundamental drawing experiences and information. Students will explore several approaches to drawing, using a variety of techniques and drawing media. Required for studio majors. No prerequisite.
Two Hours Hillman, McCombs Both Semesters


115. Basic Sculpture A study of the elements of design through applied three-dimensional problems in sculpture. The course investigates three-dimensional design concepts through a variety of materials and methods. Required for studio majors. No prerequisite.
Two Hours Mayer Both Semesters


116. Basic Printmaking An introduction to basic printmaking techniques, including etching, drypoint and woodcut. Required for studio majors. No prerequisite.
Two Hours McCombs Both Semesters


117. Basic Ceramics An introduction to ceramics as a medium for creative expression. Coil, slab and wheel work are focused on in utilitarian and sculptural modes. Raku, stoneware glazing and firing are explored. No prerequisite.
Two Hours Davis Both Semesters


118. Watercolor Traditional and contemporary approaches to all water-soluble media, exploring fundamental techniques and color theory through still lifes, figure studies, outdoor assignments, slide lectures and demonstrations. No prerequisite.
Two Hours McCombs Yearly

119. Fundamentals of Photography Using the camera as a visual instrument, this course examines the still-photographic medium as an expressive art form through the creation and critical study of black and white photographic form, structure and content. Camera required. No prerequisite.
Two Hours Nelson Both Semesters


213. Painting II Experimentation with various painting approaches and techniques leading to further skill development and a continuing search for a personal artistic voice. Required for studio majors. Prerequisite: Art 113.
Four Hours Sullivan Both Semesters


214. Drawing II Continuation of Art 114. Experimentation in a wide variety of media is encouraged. May be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor. Prerequisite: Art 114.
Four Hours McCombs Yearly


215. Sculpture II An exploration of various sculpture materials and processes including direct metal, wood construction, mixed media and basic foundry procedures. Specific assignments may vary from semester to semester. Required for studio majors. Prerequisite: Art 115.
Four Hours Mayer Both Semesters

216. Printmaking II Continuation of Art 116 with emphasis placed on advanced printmaking techniques such as color viscosity, intaglio prints, collographs, multicolor block and plate printing, large format prints. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. Prerequisite: Art 116.
Four Hours McCombs Both Semesters


217. Ceramics II Continuation of Art 117, including work in both sculptural and utilitarian directions, elementary chemistry of glazes, and oxidation and reduction firing techniques. May be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor. Prerequisite: Art 117.
Four Hours Davis Both Semesters


219. Art Photo Processes Using the computer as a primary tool, this course expands on fundamental principles of photography and explores the range of materials and processes available to individual expression. Deals also with historic and non-silver processing. May be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor. Prerequisite: Art 119.
Four Hours Nelson Yearly


313. Painting III Continuation of Art 213. May be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor. Prerequisite: Art 213.
Four Hours Sullivan Both Semesters


315. Sculpture III Individual experimentation in various sculptural media including oxyacetylene and arc welding, M.I.G. and T.I.G. welding. Site specific installation is also explored. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. Prerequisite: Art 215.
Four Hours Mayer Both Semesters


389. GLCA Arts Program The Great Lakes College Association Arts Program, presently based in New York City, involves the student in a full semester study and involvement in the arts. At the discretion of the department, a portion of the credits earned in this semester may be applied toward the student’s major requirements. Otherwise, the credits will be understood to constitute elective hours within the department.
Sixteen Hours (maximum)Both Semesters


490. Special Problems in Studio Independent study for advanced students who can benefit by an additional semester of specialized work in applied art. Under special circumstances this course may be repeated for credit, subject to approval by the chairperson of the department. Prerequisite: advanced standing and permission of the instructor.
Two or Four Hours Staff Both Semesters