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statements. Each student will have a critique with the instructor and another faculty member from the Art
Department in preparation for the student’s senior exhibition. Active participation in kiln firings is required.
Prerequisite: ART 241 or 242
Studio fee: $75
Course is offered: FA and WI Every Year
ART 442
ADVANCED WHEEL THROWING
3
Issues relating to scale, surface and functional vs. sculptural works created with potters wheel will be discussed.
Students will also research and experiment with forms and glazes in the development of a personal stylistic
vocabulary and glaze pallet. A variety of basic kiln firing methods will be covered and students will be required to
participate in all aspects of the studio firing processes.
Prerequisite: ART 342
Studio fee: $75
Course is offered: FA and WI Every Year
ART 468
SCULPTURE/CERAMICS INTEGRATIVE STUDIES I
3
This course is primarily designed for students preparing for their senior exhibitions. Students develop and
execute their own projects under the supervision and guidance of the instructor. The focus will be on developing
a cohesive body of work consistent with an overriding theme. Students are encouraged to pursue, develop, and
combine any and all processes and materials as appropriate to their ideas. In addition, students will develop
artists’ statements articulating their bodies of work.
Prerequisite: ART 375 or ART 341 or ART 442
Studio fee: $75
Course is offered: FA and WI Every Year
ART/DIGITAL MEDIA
ART 116
INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
3
This course serves as a basic introduction to digital photography. Students learn to use digital cameras to shoot,
capture, and edit digital images. Emphasis is placed on the “digital darkroom” approach to photo editing, with a
focus on fine art driven photos. 7MP digital camera required (with a manual shooting mode).
Prerequisite: None
Studio fee: $75
Liberal Arts: Fine/Performing Arts
Course is offered: WI Every Year
ART 243
INTRODUCTION TO VIDEO
3
Examination of video as a form of art and expression. Topics covered will include narrative, video art and
performance, installation, and experimental strategies. Students will explore these various forms of video while
learning about the historical and contemporary contexts of the medium with an emphasis in viewing and
responding to video works. Expanding on elementary knowledge of non-linear editing software, students will
embark on the series of exercises and projects designed to prepare them for higher-level video work.
Prerequisite: ART 111
Studio fee: $75
Course is offered: WI Every Year
ART 246
INTRODUCTION TO ANIMATION
3
Introduction to the techniques and principles of animation as frame-by-frame sequential media. Students will
explore a variety of basic animated techniques including hand-drawn, stop-motion, experimental, and electronic
approaches. A survey of historical techniques with an emphasis in viewing and responding to animated work will
be central to the course.
Prerequisite: ART 111
Studio fee: $75
Liberal Arts: Fine/Performing Arts
Course is offered: FA and WI Every Year
Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog 2016-2018
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