A comprehensive course in the study of color, its sources, properties, theories and applications in additive and subtractive media. Develops conceptual and practical skills for effective employment of color in fine arts and design for self-expression and visual communication. Perceptual, psychological, and cultural uses of color are explored in art from different eras and cultures and in real-life applications.
The artistic heritage of Latin America from the sixteenth century CE to the present. All art will be discussed from both a critical and historical perspective with regard to formal visual elements of style and the societies, values, and ideas that gave birth to Latin American Art.
Survey of Western art from the sixth to the early nineteenth centuries: Medieval through the Romantic periods. Art will be discussed from critical and historical perspectives with regard to formal visual elements of style and social context of the societies, values, and ideas that determined the course of Western art.
An advanced sculpture course designed to further individual conceptual development; enabling students to be self-directed, produce a body of work, investigate techniques and make aesthetic choices based on individual interests. An understanding of sculpture materials, fabrication techniques, formal relationships, art history, and safety procedures is necessary to enroll.
Focusing on advanced techniques, practices and concepts specific to sculpture, this course is designed to cultivate individual conceptual development. Students produce artworks with a variety of materials, advanced fabrication techniques, and make aesthetic choices based on individual interests informed by research. Emphasis is placed on interplay between concept, material and context.
An intermediate level course which expands on techniques and processes of sculpture such as: basic metal fabrication, mold-making, stone or woodcarving. Intermediate level topics such as site-specific sculpture or installation will also be explored. Emphasis is placed on building and strengthening technical skills, individual expression, and conceptual growth.
Introduction to the design principals and elements of three-dimensional form, exposure to contemporary sculptural concepts, and the historical evolution of sculpture. Students will learn sculptural concepts, techniques, media, tools, and vocabulary in order to further develop visual perception and skills in additive and subtractive techniques. Emphasis will be placed on traditional materials, technical information, and personal expression.
Survey of modern and contemporary art in Europe and America from the mid-19th century through the early 21st century. Art will be discussed and analyzed from critical and historical perspectives, formal visual elements of style, and social/cultural contexts. Students will learn to identify pivotal artists, styles, and techniques and to critically analyze art within its cultural framework.
An introduction to screen printing processes through exploration of hand-cut stencils, directly drawn stencils and photographic techniques for limited-edition and one-of-a-kind fine art prints. In the context of contemporary and traditional printmaking approaches, students develop their aesthetic, critical, and creative thinking skills.
Expanding upon the stenciling and photographic techniques introduced in ART 152A, this course covers various stencil creation techniques for exposure to photo-screens and ultimately multiple-color printing using single and multiple screens for limited-edition and one-of-a-kind fine art prints. In the context of contemporary and traditional printmaking approaches, students develop their aesthetic, critical, and creative thinking skills.