400
Exploring more advanced concepts in drawing techniques, spatial relationships, and personal expression. Prerequisites:
ART 217, 305.
Credits
3(0-6)
An upper level course in drawing with emphasis on spatial relationships, experimentation with media, and conceptual processes of drawing as avenues toward personal expression. Prerequisite:
ART 106.
Credits
3-9(Spec)
Students work with various processes associated with ceramics with an emphasis on beginning to develop a personal working direction and a unified body of work. Prerequisite:
ART 214.
Credits
3-9(Spec)
Continuation of figure drawing experience at the advanced level. Exploration of figure dynamics, and the application of the theories of foreshortening, and creative composition. Prerequisite:
ART 316.
Credits
3(0-6)
The study of proportion, anatomy, and definition of form as an avenue to the expressive possibilities of drawing the human figure. Prerequisite:
ART 217.
Credits
3-9(Spec)
Independent inquiry in painting where the mode of expression is consistent. Regular consultation with instructor is required. Prerequisite:
ART 330.
Credits
3(0-6)
An upper level course in painting with emphasis on color relationships, paint development, experimentation, and conceptual development, while developing personal expression. Prerequisite:
ART 233.
Credits
3-9(Spec)
Development of print production and portfolio skills in preparation for employment in the communication design field. Prerequisites: Signed BFA with a concentration in Graphic Design. Pre/Co-requisites:
ART 335.
Credits
3(0-6)
Supervised internship of 180 hours in a graphic design firm or related field designed to complement classroom learning. Prerequisites:
ART 235, 349; signed BFA with a concentration in Graphic Design; minimum of 56 credit hours completed and permission of instructor.
Credits
3(Spec)
Introduction to computer-aided animation theory and application. Prerequisites:
ART 235, 349; signed BFA with a concentration in graphic design.
Credits
3(0-6)
An upper level studio course in fine art photography with emphasis on technical refinement, conceptual development and professional presentation. Prerequisite:
ART 241.
Credits
3-6(Spec)
Exploration of the developmental methods and growth of aesthetic education in culture as it relates to secondary school curricula. Prerequisite: Admission to teacher education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Advanced study in the theory and development of letterform. Prerequisites:
ART 349, signed BFA with a concentration in graphic design.
Credits
3(0-6)
A continuation of Printmaking III, with emphasis on conceptual development and advanced printing methods Development of a fine art print portfolio. Prerequisite:
ART 350.
Credits
3(0-6)
An upper-level studio course in fine art printmaking with emphasis on technical refinement, conceptual development and professional presentation. Prerequisite:
ART 251.
Credits
3-9(Spec)
Advanced web design as it relates to graphic design. Prerequisites:
ART 358, signed BFA with a concentration in graphic design.
Credits
3(0-6)
ART 460 (beginning and advanced) is an advanced sculpture course focusing on the development of skills and the creation of bronze casting. Prerequisite:
ART 260 or 360.
Credits
3-6(Spec)
An investigation of the contemporary practices, history and concepts of public sculpture, combining research of techniques, processes and materials of installation, performance and environmental art. Prerequisites:
ART 260 or 360.
Credits
3(0-6)
A continuation and expansion of skills developed in Introduction to Sculpture with an emphasis on developing a personal working direction and a unified body of work. Prerequisite:
ART 261.
Credits
3-9(Spec)
Capstone experience for the B.F.A. art student, including a thesis exhibition, an artist’s statement, talk and final portfolio; and strategies for a successful post-graduate career. Must be taken in the last semester prior to graduation. Prerequisites: Signed BFA in Art and senior standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Capstone experience for the B.F.A. art student, including a thesis exhibition, an artist’s statement, talk and final portfolio; and strategies for a successful post-graduate career. Must be taken in the last semester prior to graduation. Prerequisites: Signed BFA in Art and senior standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
A graphic design capstone experience focusing on the development of a personal design philosophy, a senior project and exhibition, a public presentation of work and a portfolio critique by an external assessor. Must be taken in one of the last two semesters prior to graduation. Prerequisites:
ART 435; signed BFA with concentration in graphic design; and senior standing.
Credits
3(0-6)
Intermediate level exploration of fiber concepts and techniques with custom dyed fabrics, weavings, and handmade paper and books. Prerequisite:
ART 274.
Credits
3-9(Spec)
An advanced level investigation of techniques and aesthetics for making handmade paper for 2-D and 3-D forms including book binding. Prerequisite:
ART 275.
Credits
3(0-6)
The art of Rome and the Roman world from earliest times to Constantine the Great. Prerequisite: ART 185.
Credits
3(3-0)
Art of western Europe from the fall of Rome to 1500. Origins of Romanesque art and dissemination of the French Gothic style throughout Europe. Prerequisite: Completion of 26 credit hours.
Credits
3(3-0)
An examination of the art and architecture of fifteenth- and sixteenth- century Italy in the context of social, political, and religious developments. Prerequisite: Completion of 26 hours of coursework.
Credits
3(3-0)
Stylistic evolution of nineteenth century European art as viewed against its political and cultural background. Neo-classicism, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, the Pre-Raphaelites, and the Symbolists. Prerequisite:
ART 285.
Credits
3(3-0)
Travel course to New York City to study original works of art.
Credits
2(Spec)
A history and analysis of works of art from 1945 to the present. May be offered as Writing Intensive. Prerequisite:
ART 285.
Credits
3(3-0)
Independent study of a topic in art history selected by student in consultation with instructor. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
An examination of fifteenth- and sixteenth-century art in Northern Europe in the context of social, political and religious developments. Prerequisite: Completion of 26 hours of coursework.
Credits
3(3-0)
Art and architecture of the Islamic world from the rise of Islam through the 17th century. Prerequisite: Completion of 26 credit hours. (University Program Group IV-B: Studies in Cultures Outside of the Anglo-American Tradition)
Credits
3(3-0)
Supervised work experience applying classroom concepts and skills to the operation and functioning of a museum, gallery, historic site or other art-related organization. Prerequisites: Completion of 26 credit hours; permission of instructor; signed Art History Major or Minor.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Concepts and processes in the production of art exhibitions and gallery management. Students will select a theme, research and select art, develop interpretation and market an art exhibition. Prerequisites:
MST 310, 320;
ART 285; senior standing.
Credits
3(2-2)
Experiential learning-based course incorporating study in a foreign country. Students learn methods for analyzing and interpreting art of other cultures alongside appropriate tools and techniques. Prerequisites: 26 credit hours; Permission of Study Abroad Director; Permission of Instructor.
Credits
1-9(Spec)
Further study when scholarly/studio adequacy beyond
ART 397 is achieved.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Students will assemble a portfolio of their work and participate in a group portfolio review for a final capstone assessment. Course must be taken in one of the last two semesters prior to graduation. Prerequisites: Signed BA/BS in Art; and senior standing.
Credits
1(1-0)
Capstone course for the B.A.A. student, including development and presentation of senior portfolio, documentation of artwork, and professional strategies for establishing a successful career. Must be taken in one of the last two semesters prior to graduation. Prerequisites: Signed BAA in Art and senior standing.
Credits
3(3-0)