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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
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