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Art (ART)

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History of Art I (3-3-0)
Prerequisite: Enrollment in or completion of ENG 1301.

The study of art forms from a Western perspective from the ancient to the Gothic periods, with emphasis on enjoyment and understanding. (ARTS 1302)

1302
History of Art II (3-3-0)
Prerequisite: Enrollment in or completion of ENG 1301.

The study of art forms from a Western perspective from the Renaissance to the present, with emphasis on enjoyment and understanding. (ARTS 1304)

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1303
Design and Materials (3-3-3)

Laboratory fee required.

Analysis of fundamental principles and elements in two- and three-dimensional design. Work with various materials and colors in relation to space and movement. (ARTS 1311)

1304
Design Color and Structure (3-3-3)
Prerequisite: ART 1303 or equivalent.
Laboratory fee required.

A continuation of the study of fundamental principles and elements in two- and three-dimensional design. (ARTS 1312)

1305
Drawing I (3-3-3)
Laboratory fee required.

Representation drawing with a consideration of perspective, light and shade; practice using charcoal, pencil, conte, pen and wash. (ARTS 1316)

1306
Drawing II (3-3-3)
Prerequisite: ART 1305 or equivalent
Laboratory fee required.

A continuation of representation drawing, with a consideration of perspective, light and shade; practice using charcoal, pencil, conte, pen and wash. (ARTS 1317)

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1310
Art Appreciation (3-3-0)

An introduction to the visual arts. The visual elements of artworks are defined and students are introduced to the vocabulary, principles and techniques of art in different periods and cultural settings. Includes individual art projects and tours. (ARTS 1301)

2301
Figure Drawing (3-3-3)
Laboratory fee required.

Introduces students to figure drawing and develops skill in perceiving the human figure as form and volume in live models and mannequins. Various media and techniques are used.

2303
Painting I (3-3-3)
Laboratory fee required.

Application of methods and techniques of still-life painting, correlation of media and approaches to mixed media. (ARTS 2316)

2304
Painting II (3-3-3)
Prerequisite: ART 2303 or equivalent
Laboratory fee required.

Continuation of ART 2303. (ARTS 2317)

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3301
Major Developments in the History of Art (3-3-0)
(Cross-listed as HUM 3312).

A study of important historical events in the development of the theory and practice of the visual arts.

3302
History of Modern Art (3-3-0)
Prerequisite: ENG 1301 and ART 1301, 1302, or 1310.

A survey of world art from the Revolutionary Period (late 18th century) to contemporary times, including such artistic movements as Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Impressionism, Cubism, Surrealism and Pop Art.

3305
Computer Graphics
Prerequisite: ART 1303 (Design and Materials) or permission of instructor.

Students learn about the extensive scope of computer graphics by applying basic principles in art and design. Students will develop skills in symmetry and pattern, as they solve fundamental design problems and create images with drawing software.


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