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Department of Art & Art History
Course Descriptions 2007 - 2009
About Course Descriptions
ART101
ART APPRECIATION (y)
Study of art processes and artists through slides, readings, discussions and firsthand observation of art and visual images. 3 credits
ART131
DRAWING I (f)
Introduces techniques of drawing. Includes study of line media, representation of form, values and composition. Stresses basic skills of representation in traditional media, and includes exploration of nontraditional forms. Subjects include figures, nature and studio studies. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
ART132
DRAWING II (s)
Prerequisite: ART131
Advanced drawing techniques; refinement of skills and methods of graphic representation. Using traditional and nontraditional media, course stresses figure, portraiture and composition. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
ART151
CERAMICS I (fs)
Introduces handbuilding techniques, wheelwork, preparation and use of clays and glazes, surface finishing techniques, and kiln operation. Emphasizes development of aesthetics and personal expression in creating both functional and non-functional ceramic work. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
ART152
CERAMICS II (s)
Prerequisite: ART151
Emphasis on experiments dealing with development of technique, glazing, kiln operation and functions of ceramic studio. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
ART171
INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL ART (fs)
Emphases is on the creation and use of digital images for communication and creative self expression. Introduces the basic concepts of digital art, the elements and principals of design, digital color theory, and basic typography. Includes digital photography, photo editing and creating original images using Adobe® Photoshop® and digital illustration using Adobe Illustrator®.Six hours per week. 3 credits
ART201
SURVEY OF ART HISTORY I (y)
Study of forms of art, content of art, and context within which it has evolved from prehistoric era to Gothic period. 3 credits
ART202
SURVEY OF ART HISTORY II (y)
Prerequisite: None
Study of forms of art, content of art, and context within which it has evolved from Renaissance to the modern era. 3 credits
ART210
PRINTMAKING (y)
Prerequisite: ART131 or ART211
Introduction to printmaking. Techniques may include monoprint, relief, intaglio, serigraph and nontraditional media. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
ART211
2-D DESIGN (f, xs)
Introduces elements of art and principles of design with focus on creatively solving problems in 2-D design. Emphasizes use of appropriate craftsmanship utilizing variety of tools and materials. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
ART212
3-D DESIGN (f)
Emphasizes advanced standards of three dimensional media execution, formal organization and individual interpretation. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
ART213
PAINTING (y)
Prerequisite: ART131 or ART211
Study of color, composition and perception through use of painting media. Includes study of basic techniques of oil painting. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
ART241
PHOTOGRAPHY I (f)
Prerequisite: 35mm camera
Introduces concepts and techniques of black and white photography. Includes theory of photo processes and equipment, history and practice of photography and applied work in camera techniques, film processing, printing and display. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
ART242
PHOTOGRAPHY II (s)
Prerequisite: ART241 and 35mm camera
Advanced concepts and techniques of black and white photography. Includes introduction to photography as narrative, artistic, conceptual and journalistic medium. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
ART251
ADVANCED CERAMICS (y)
Prerequisite: ART152
Development of individual skills in functional and/or non-functional forms. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
ART262
SCULPTURE (s)
Introduces sculpture in various materials using range of traditional and contemporary techniques. Emphasizes development of studio skills, aesthetics and personal expression. Six studio hours per week. 3 credits
Current Special Topics include:
ART292
Graphic Design (f)
ART293
Web Design (s)
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For more information on Cottey's academic program, please contact the Office of Enrollment Management by email or by calling 1-888-5-COTTEY (1-888-526-8839).
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