Art and Design
Department Chairperson: Lillian Kay Dawson
Faculty: Joyce Owens Anderson, Chongim Choi, Shaila Christofferson, Jeff Crisman, Meton Gadelha, Alain Gavin, Soo Yun Kang
The Department of Art and Design offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art, with options in art, design, and teacher preparation. Students following the liberal arts curriculum may prepare for careers in the fields of photography, advertising, graphic design, digital media, crafts, studio art, and museum-related work, the latter including opportunities for curators, researchers, and exhibit technicians.
Completion of the teacher preparation option in Art qualifies students for an Initial Type 10 Illinois Special Certificate with elementary (K-8) and high school (9-12) endorsements in visual art. Certification requires the successful completion of the Illinois Certification Tests of Basic Skills, Visual Arts Subject Matter Test, and Assessment of Professional Teaching (Special K-12).
Art majors are required to participate in a portfolio review process three times during their matriculation for a degree: sophomore, junior, and graduating senior portfolio reviews. Each portfolio review is a method of evaluating students’ commitment to their education and their potential to pursue a career in the visual arts, crafts, digital media, art history, design, or K-12 teaching. Information concerning the details of these portfolio reviews can be obtained in the departmental office or webpage. The Department of Art and Design reserves the right to retain student work for exhibition purposes for a period of time not to exceed one academic year from the time the work was completed. In studio classes, students are required to do assignments that extend beyond class time, at least a minimum of one hour of work per week is expected of students for every credit hour enrolled. Faculty members will determine the time and place for work to be completed. In some instances, studios and required equipment will be made available. Students must follow health and safety regulations as outlined for all studios, labs and courses.
Honors in Art and Design
The Honors in the Major Program in the Department of Art and Design is a unique opportunity for a motivated and gifted art major to create a body of artwork, research papers, and/or written thesis, beyond basic requirements, toward an advanced individualized portfolio. Using a visual language appropriate to a specific thematic concentration or media, the resulting portfolio is preparation for graduate or career pursuits. To receive honors credit, at the end of each course the students must present his/her work to the chair and review committee selected to oversee the progress of the thesis/project. Upon successful completion of the required twelve credits, the student is recognized as an honors student on his or her transcript. The honors program is designed to begin junior and extend through senior year. Sophomore students with concentrations in the Art, Design, or Art Education Options can apply for admission into the honors program during the second semester of their sophomore year.
Application Requirements for the Honors Program:
Sophomore students with concentrations in the Art, Design, or Art Education Options can apply for admission into the HMP. This will allow for individualized challenging work in their junior and senior years to be done in close association with faculty.
Application guidelines:
Your application deadline is Monday of the eighth week of the semester.
- Status: Apply during the second semester of your sophomore year or after completing 45 credits. You must have junior level status when you begin the program, and you are required to have passed the 1 st Assessment Portfolio Review.
- GPA: You can obtain your current transcript from CSU Express. Enter the GPA on the application form and attach a copy of your unofficial transcript. Minimum requirements are 3.25 GPA in major and 3.0 overall.
- Major, Option and Concentration: As an Art Major, in which art option and area of concentration are you focusing and taking courses? By now you must have chosen, with the aid of your advisor, a set of courses in line with your goals. The areas of concentration to choose from for the Art Option are Studio Art, Studio Crafts, Art History and Multimedia. The second option in our department is the Design Option, and the third is K-12 Art Education.
- Faculty Mentor: You must invite a faculty member from the Department of Art and Design teaching in your area of interest to serve as your mentor and instructor of record. Your faculty mentor will monitor your progress in the Honors program and will work with you as you complete your honors thesis project requirements. Your mentor will be present when you present your work to the chair and review committee selected to oversee your progress in the thesis/project. The committee will review your progress at the end of each semester.
- Honors thesis/project proposal: The application requires a description of the area of intended focus for your honors work.
Every course with a 3000 designation or above may be taken for honors once you are admitted to the Honors in the Major Option, have the permission of the instructor and the Honors in the Major Committee (HMC).
For a concentration in Art History, any art history course may be taken for honors except Art 2101, 2102, and 2103. Courses will be assigned the designation 3099 (Honors section) for junior level and 4099 (Honors section) for senior level honors projects by the HMC.
You may structure your HMP as you see fit with the aid of your faculty mentor. The program can combine 3000 and 4000 level courses, 3000 and 4000 level independent studies, and one or two semesters of 3000 or 4000 level thesis work. ART 4950: Portfolio Preparation with honors designation is required.
12 honors credits are required to complete HMP with a minimum grade of B. In any approved concentration in the options of Art, Design, or K-12 Art Education Portfolio preparation course ART 4950 with honors designation.
Please list which courses you plan to take as part of your HMP concentration, and briefly explain your specific plan for your honors thesis project work, specifying the direction, depth and breath.
- Application Portfolio:
- Art work, research papers or written thesis created in Art and Design courses taken to date.
- Independent work leading to the thesis/project in a slideshow in PDF file on a CD or DVD.
- Presentation: Have your Faculty mentor present your application to the HMC.
- Acceptance: Faculty mentor and the departmental Chair signatures are required.
- Biannual Review Committee:
A faculty member knowledgeable in the discipline will chair a review committee overseeing the progress of your thesis/project. Your mentor may be the chair of this review committee. All instructors teaching in the student’s area of concentration form the biannual review committee.
Art Option and Design Option
General Requirements
The following general requirements apply to the art option (with concentrations in studio art, studio crafts, art history, and multimedia) and the design option. Admission to any of the programs is contingent upon good academic standing and acceptance by the department. The department will not accept D transfer credit in the major. Completion of a minimum of 120 semester hours of work including a) 42 hours in general education including a core of 6 hours in composition, 6 hours in a foreign language, 3 hours of mathematics and other general education requirements (refer to liberal arts curriculum outline for more details) consisting of 9 hours of humanities, 9 hours in the social sciences, and 9 hours in natural sciences electives; b) 63 hours in art emphasizing the option choice and choice of the specific concentration; c) passing the examination on the state and federal constitutions or the equivalent; d) 6-15 hours in electives.
Art Option (72 credit hours)
Core Art Courses (21 credit hours)
1101, 1102, 1103, 1200/128, 1280/280, 2101/296, 2102/297, 2103/298, 4950/393
Area of Concentration (42-51 credit hours)
STUDIO ART – 2260/ 218, 1400/ 219, 2400/ 220, 2200/ 238, 2230/ 248, 3230/ 258, and 3260/ 318. Select 3 hours from 2110/ 201, 2105/ 202, 3140/ 207, or 4120/ 302. Select 18 hours from 1300/ 130, 2710/ 274, 2500/ 277, 1575/ 284, 2455/ 285, 2540/ 286, 2712/ 290, 3099/ 299, 4099/ 398, or other upper level studio art courses.
STUDIO CRAFT – 1400/ 219, 2500/ 277, 3500/ 278, 1575/ 284, 2455/ 285, 2540/ 286. Select 3 hours from 2110/ 201, 2105/ 202, 3140/ 207, or 4120/ 302. Select 21 hours from 1300/ 130, 2260/ 218, 2400/ 220, 2230/ 248, 2520/ 273, 2720/ 281, 3540/ 287, 3455/ 288, 3460/ 292, 3099/ 299, 2575/ 383, 3575/ 384, 4575/ 385, 4099/ 398.
ART HISTORY – 1300/ 130, 2260/ 218, 2230/ 248, 4920/ 392 (for 12 credits). Select 3 hours from 2110/ 201, 2105/ 202, 3140/ 207, or 4120/ 302. Select 3 hours from 1400/ 219, 2720/ 281, 1575/ 284, 2455/ 285. Select an additional 15 hours from any other art history courses.
MULTIMEDIA – 1300/ 130, 2710/ 274, 2720/ 281, 2712/ 290, 3715/ 314, 3360/ 315, 2714/ 386, 2730, 3722/ 387, 3724/ 388, 3726/ 389, 3730/ 395, 4099/ 398 (for 6 credits). CMAT 2050/ 205, 2500/ 250, 2520/ 252.
Electives (6-15 credit hours)
Choose 15 hours of electives if selected concentration is studio art, studio craft, or art history.
Design Option (63 credit hours)
Required Art Courses (57 credit hours)
ART 1101, 1102, 1103, 1200/ 128, 1300/ 130, 2350/ 233, 2710/ 274, 1280/ 280, 2720/ 281, 2712/ 290, 2101/ 296, 2102/ 297, 2103/ 298, 3360/ 315, 2714/ 386, 3722/ 387, 3724/ 388, 3726/ 389, 4950/ 393, 3730/ 395, and one of the following: 2110/ 201, 2105/ 202, 3140/ 207, 2120/ 235, or 4120/ 302. Select 6 hours from ART 2260/ 218, 2300/ 232, 2200/ 238, 2230/ 248, 3715/ 314, and any graphic design, computer or multi-media course offered by the Department of Art & Design with the departmental advisor’s approval.
Electives (15 credit hours)
Art Education Option (K-12)
General Requirements:
Students must:
- Pass the examination on the state and federal constitutions.
- Complete 130-132 credit hours in: a) General Education, 39 credit hours; b) Area of Specialization, 57 credit hours; c) Professional Education, 34-36 credit hours.
Specific Requirements
General Education (39 credit hours)
Composition (6 credit hours)
ENG 1270/ 127 and 1280/ 128
Mathematics (3 credit hours)
MATH 1010/ 140
Foreign Language (6 credit hours)
Humanities (6 credit hours)
CMAT 1130/ 113; Fine Arts course in MUS or interdisciplinary humanities course
Physical & Life Sciences/ Math (9 credit hours)
MATH 1020/ 141; 3 hours in each of biological sciences and physical sciences. At least one course must be with a lab.
Social Sciences (9 credit hours)
HIST 1310/ 131 or POL 1010/ 101; PSYC 1100/ 141 and 2040/ 204.
Area of Specialization (57 credit hours)
Required Art Courses 51 credit hours ART 1101, 1102, 1103, 1200/ 128, 1300/ 130, 2260/ 218, 1400/ 219, 2230/ 248, 2649/ 249, 1280/ 280, 2720/ 281, 1575/ 284, 2712/ 290, 2101/ 296, 2102/ 297, 2103/ 298, 2110/ 201; 4950/ 393; and one of the following: ART 2520/ 273, 2500/ 277, 2455/ 285, or 2540/ 286.
Elective Art Courses (6 credit hours)
Two art courses of one studio area, selected with the approval of the advisor.
Required Supportive Course (1 credit hour)
Art 1092/ 092*
Professional Education (34 -36 credit hours)
ED 4312/ 312; ELCF 1520/ 152, 2000/ 200; ELCF 4500/ 353* or ELED 3010/ 201; READ 4100/ 306*; PSYC 2020/ 206; S ED 4301/ 301 and 4303/ 303*; ED 4312/312; ART 4662/362*, 4664/364*, and 4975/376*; CAS 2630/363*. The courses must be passed with at least a grade of C. A grade point average of B or above is required in all art courses and all professional education courses. A grade of B or above is required in Student Teaching. Students must submit a "cleared" criminal background check before enrolling in a course requiring field experiences and before admission to the College of Education.
*Restricted to students admitted to the College of Education.
Minor in Art & Design 21 credit hours
Required Courses (9 credit hours)
Art 1100/ 101, 1200, 1280.
Elective Courses: (12 credit hours)
Twelve credit hours of any Art courses with approval of department.
Minor in Art History (21 credit hours)
Required Courses (9 credit hours)
Art 2101/ 296, 2102/ 297, 2103/ 298.
Elective Courses: (12 credit hours)
Twelve credit hours of any Art History courses with approval of department.
Minor in Photography (21 credit hours)
Required Courses (12 credit hours)
Art 1200, 1280, 1300, 2120.
Elective Courses: (9 credit hours)
Any of the following: Art 2300/ 232, 2310/ 230, 2350/ 233, 3360/ 315 or other photography course with approval of department.
The requirements for minors must be completed prior to graduation in order for the minor to appear on the transcript. For more information about minors, see the chairperson of the department.
Art (ART) Course Offerings
1092 ILLINOIS ART TEACHER CERTIFICATION REVIEW (1)
Prerequisite (or Co-requisite): ART 4662/ 362 or equivalent; ELCF 4500/ 353; consent of the department.
Review of art education theory and practice to prepare for State Certification Teacher Examination. Credit does not count toward graduation. Must be completed before student teaching.
1000/ 100 INTRODUCTION TO ART ACTIVITIES FOR THE NON-ART MAJOR LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
A studio class for the non-art major with little or no experience in art. The student learns to appreciate and analyze art forms by making various types of artworks, utilizing a variety of basic art materials. Additional course fee.
1100/ 101 INTRODUCTION TO THE VISUAL ARTS (3)
Appreciation and analysis of art forms stressing terminology, technical procedures, composition, materials, and cultural and social influences. IAI: F2 900
1101 SEMINAR I (1)
Prerequisite: Art and Design majors only.
Introduction to basic skills essential to successful performance in art and design.
1102 SEMINAR II (1)
Prerequisites: Art and Design Majors only. Successful completion of the English Qualifying Examination or consent of the department.
Introduction to and analysis of the principles and elements of art and design. Emphasis on writing.
1103 SEMINAR III (1)
Prerequisites: Art and Design Majors only.
Introduction to the terminology, materials, and processes of art and design.
1200/ 128 DRAWING I LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Studio activities which define drawing, stressing composition, three-dimensional illusions, understanding and appreciation of two-dimensional surfaces, exploration of media, and observational and imaginative drawing. Additional course fee. IAI: ART 904
1280/ 280 2-D DESIGN LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1200/ 128.
An introduction to the principles of design through work in two-dimensional design problems, stressing the understanding and interrelationship of composition and media. Additional course fee. IAI: ART 907
1300/ 130 PHOTOGRAPHY I LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Introduction to camera, black-and-white printing and processing techniques, stressing the creative and technical control of camera and light sensitive materials. Additional course fee. IAI: ART 917.
1400/ 219 SCULPTURE I/6 (3)
Introduction to tools, materials, and processes common to sculpture. Areas studied include additive and reductive processes, fabrication, mold-making and casting in a variety of materials. Additional course fee. IAI: ART 913
1575 284 CERAMICS I LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Introductory study of clay forms in pottery and sculpture through hand-building processes. Additional course fee. IAI: ART 912
2030 BODY NOTIONS: FEMINIST APPROACHES TO MOVEMENT AND THE BODY (3)
Prerequisites: Successful completion of the English Qualifying Examination .
Addresses our relationships to body and movement via the exploration of feminist and queer theory. Tactics of theater and performance utilized by artists and activists of color will connect to class-led activities around current events and artistic interests.
2040 HIP HOP AESTHETICS: ART FOR SOCIAL CHANGE (3)
Prerequisites: Successful completion of the English Qualifying Examination .
Through the lens of hip hop and popular culture, students approach media, art making, and society from cross-national perspectives. Translating cultural influences to studio practice students challenge cultural production and its potential for societal impact, dissidence, and the creation of anti-oppressive artistic expression. Additional course fee.
2050 INTRODUCTION TO SOUND ART (3)
Prerequisites: English Qualifying Examination.
Explores sound as a medium for creative expression. Topics include digital field recording and editing, physics of sound, history of sound art, and contemporary sound-based practices. Students produce creative projects, conduct research with local communities, and participate in a public art exhibition. Additional course fee.
2101 ANCIENT THROUGH MEDIEVAL ART (3)
Prerequisites: Successful Completion of English Qualifying Exam.
Art from the ancient Egyptians through the medieval cultures, tracing the connections and relationship of literature, history, and art. IAI: F2 901
2102 RENAISSANCE THROUGH BAROQUE ART (3)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the English Qualifying Exam.
Art from the 13th through the 18th centuries with emphasis on important artists and their distinctive styles. Writing emphasis course. IAI: F2 902
2103/ 298 MODERN ART (3)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the English Qualifying Exam.
Art from 1800 to the present, stressing the major movements and artists. Writing emphasis course
2105/ 202 AFRICAN ART (3)
Prerequisites: Successful completion of the English qualifying examination.
Art of sub-Saharan Africa. Its aesthetics in relation to history and culture; emphasis on the sculpture of West Africa. Museum visits required. (This course satisfies one of the core requirements for the African American Studies major or minor.) IAI: F2 903N
2110 INTRODUCTION TO NON-WESTERN ART (3)
Prerequisite: Passing the English Qualifying Examination
A survey of non-Western art exploring African, Asian, Islamic, Oceanic, and Native American culture and art.
2120 HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY (3)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of English Qualifying Examination.
An overview and appreciation of the art, technology, and myriad uses of still photography from 19 thcentury pioneers to 21 st century contemporary practitioners. IAI: F2 904
2122 PHOTOGRAPHY & DIVERSITY: NEW HISTORIES
Prerequisite: Successful completion of English Qualifying Exam.
An overview of cultural uses of still photography in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and communities in Diaspora, with concentration on photographic work that challenges dominant cultural paradigms, from the 19th century pioneers to 21st century contemporary practitioners.
2130 THEORY OF FILM (3)
Ideas, technical and theoretical approaches that have shaped the making and study of film.
2140 THE CHICAGO ART SCENE (3)
Visits to Chicago area artists’ studios and businesses, gallery spaces, and organizations. Orientation, lectures and discussions based upon these visits.
2150 SURVEY OF WOMEN ARTISTS (3)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the English Qualifying Examination .
Study of the contributions of such artists as Artemisia Gentileschi, Louise Moillon, Angelica Kauffman, Berthe Morisot, Mary Cassat, Suzanne Valadon, Elaine de Kooning, Alice Neel, Louise Nevelson, Georgia O’Keeffe, Faith Ringgold and Frida Kahlo. IAI: F2 907D. Fulfills Diversity Requirement.
2200 DRAWING II LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1200/ 128.
Compositional drawing for advanced students. Further work in the study of form and space through a variety of drawing media and subjects. Additional course fee. IAI: ART 905
2210 FIGURE DRAWING LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1200/ 128.
Study of the human figure in a variety of drawing media. Emphasis on form interpretation and composition. Additional course fee. IAI: ART 906
2230 PAINTING I LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1200/ 128.
Painting in various media, learning control of materials and techniques and developing an understanding of the three-dimensional illusion in relation to the two-dimensional surface. Additional course fee. IAI: ART 911
2245 WATERCOLOR I (3)
Prerequisites: ART 2245
Introduction to painting with transparent and opaque water-based media. Credit will not be given for both ART 2240/ 295and 2245. Additional course fee.
2260 PRINTMAKING LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1200/ 128 or 1280/ 280.
Introduction to print processes which may include relief, intaglio, and planography. Additional course fee.
2280 THE THEORY AND USE OF COLOR LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
A studio course in which the ability to see, understand and utilize color is guided by a sequence of specific studies.
2300 PHOTOGRAPHY II LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1300/ 130.
Continuation of Art 1300/ 130 with further development of technical and expressive skills through work in sequences, compositional problems and introduction to experimental processes as applied to black-and white photography. Additional course fee.
2310 DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1300.
The production of expressive, documentary photographic projects in the service of individual and/or collaborative goals, with close attention paid to contemporary and historical strategies, social and artistic uses and presentational modes. Additional course fee.
2350 COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY I LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1300/ 130.
Introduction to contemporary color photography, exploring the creative uses of color theory, analogue and digital film capture, scanning, Adobe Photoshop, and color managed workflow with digital printer output. Additional course fee.
2370 FILMMAKING I LECTURE AND STUDIO /6/ (3)
Introduction to the basic techniques, skills and aesthetic principles of film production. Work with motion picture cameras and editing equipment on projects that deal with basic film structure and concepts. Additional course fee.
2400 SCULPTURE II LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1400.
Continued investigation of sculpture concerns. Development of better proficiency with tools, materials, and processes. Additional course fee.
2410 MIXED MEDIA, COLLAGE, AND ASSEMBLAGE LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department.
Working with additive materials adaptive to painting. Developing procedures of attachment actively used in contemporary art-making such as gluing, slotting, use of modeling paste and other textures to change surfaces and meaning. Additional course fee.
2455 JEWELRY/METALSMITHING I (3)
Introduction to basic jewelry and metalsmithing processes, materials, tools, and equipment. Cannot receive credit for both ART 2450/285 and ART 2455. Additional course fee.
2500 FIBER ARTS I LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Non-loom processes including examination of felting, basketry, macramé, embroidery, quilting, and other techniques found in textiles. Additional course fee. IAI: ART 916
2520 NON-WESTERN TEXTILES LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Lecture and hands-on exploration of non-western woven, dyed, printed and embellished textiles, both historical and contemporary. Study may include kente cloth, kilims, Navajo blankets, adinkra cloth, and raffia cloth.
2540 WEAVING I LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
A study of fiber, yarn and fabric construction including the history of weaving and looms. Techniques of warping and threading, weaving of all basic constructions, and the theory and drafting of basic weaving will be explored. Additional course fee.
2545 WEST AFRICAN ADINKRA CLOTH LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Students will learn to carve stamp designs as well as the methods for stamping the cloth. Good composition principles, history, meanings, and the proverbs related to the designs will be taught. Additional course fee.
2575 CERAMICS II LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1575/ 284.
Continuation of Art 1575/ 284 and the further development of the students’ skills with the introduction of wheel throwing processes. Additional course fee.
2600 ART FOR PRE K-8 TEACHERS/6 (3)
Builds knowledge and art skills necessary for creating and teaching art activities in pre-K-8 educational settings and alternative learning environments. Additional course fee.
2610 RECREATIONAL ARTS AND CRAFTS LECTURE AND STUDIO /6(3)
Prerequisite: Enrollment in recreation program or consent of the department.
Workshop experiences in creative arts and crafts for instructors in parks, playgrounds, camps, and recreational centers. Materials and processes will be explored, emphasizing the use of community resources. Additional course fee.
2649 TECHNOLOGY AND ART EDUCATION FOR TEACHERS LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ED 4312/312 or consent of department.
Developing and teaching a creative art program using current computer-based technologies for grades K-12. Additional course fee.
2710 ILLUSTRATOR/PHOTOSHOP LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department.
Introduction to digital imaging using Illustrator and Photoshop. Credit will not be given for both Art 2710/ 274 and 294. Additional course fee.
2712 GRAPHIC DESIGN I/6 (3)
Prerequisite: Art 1280/ 280; or 2710 (pre- or co-requisite ); or consent of the department .
An introduction to graphic design; understanding and application of two-dimensional perception to visual communication. Exploration of symbols, images and letter forms. Additional course fee. IAI: ART 918
2714 TYPOGRAPHY I (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1300/ 130 and 2715/ 290 or consent of the department.
Introduction to the aesthetics and mechanics of typography. Experimentation with the relationship of type and image to solve graphic design problems. Additional course fee.
2720 3-D DESIGN LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: Art 1200/ 128
Development of design skills through studio work primarily in three-dimensional design problems. Credit not given for both Art 2720/ 281 and 316. Additional course fee. IAI: ART 908
2730 ANIMATION/GAME DESIGN I
Introduction to two-dimensional digital animation and game design from concept to final product. Will expand visual vocabularies and expose students to industry standard software. Additional course fee.
3010 THE BUSINESS OF ART (3)
Exploration and development of business and marketing concepts, methods, and techniques necessary to successfully run for-profit and not-for-profit businesses in the arts. Credit not given for both ART 3010/ 124 and ART 125.
3098 INDEPENDENT STUDY LECTURE AND STUDIO/6 (3)
Exploration and development of problems for individual students in studio or art history. Additional course fee.
3099 INDEPENDENT STUDY LECTURE AND STUDIO /3-18 (3-9)
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.
Exploration and development of problems for individual students in studio or art history. May be repeated up to nine credit hours. Additional course fee.
3100 INTRODUCTION TO ART CRITICISM (3)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department or successful completion of English qualifying examination.
Introduction to analytical, critical and descriptive writing in the visual arts, the basis/sources for which are selected readings in art criticism, lectures by established art critics and exhibitions on and off campus.
3120 AMERICAN ART (3)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the English Qualifying Examination.
Art and architecture representing major artists of the United States from colonial times to the present
3140/ 207 ART OF LATIN AMERICA (3)
Prerequisites: Successful completion of the English Qualifying Exam and ART 110 and 1102.
A survey of the architecture, painting, and sculpture of Latin America from the era of Cortez to the present. IAI: F2 903N
3200 DRAWING III (3)
Prerequisites : Art 2200
Creation of works on paper in a range of drawing media. Contemporary and traditional art concepts and processes are explored. Group assignments lead into independent research and practice. Group and individual critiques are an integral part of course.
3230/ 258 PAINTING II LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 2230/ 248.
Continuation of Art 2230/ 248 with an emphasis on further development of the students’ expressive skills. Additional course fee.
3245 WATERCOLOR II/6 (3)
Prerequisites: ART 2245.
Continuation of ART 2245 with emphasis on responding to contemporary trends and developing individual projects in this medium. Additional course fee.
3260/ 318 ADVANCED PRINTMAKING LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 2260/ 218.
Further development of relief and intaglio printmaking processes. Additional course fee.
3310/ 335 PHOTOGRAPHY III LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 2300/ 232.
Advance work in black and white darkroom photography utilizing, self-generated projects in the development and production of photographic portfolios for exhibition or a book. Additional course fee.
3320/ 336 VIEW CAMERA LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1300/ 130.
Development of view camera techniques, large format film processing and advanced printing techniques. Both color and black-and-white will be discussed with an emphasis on black-and-white techniques. Additional course fee.
3330/ 231 PHOTOGRAPHIC LIGHTING LECTURE AND STUDIO/6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 1300/ 130.
Introduction to applied photographic projects relating to the use of artificial light and controlled natural lighting techniques used in studio photography. Additional course fee.
3350/ 333 COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY II LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 2350/ 233.
Expansion of skill sets acquired in Color Photo I with emphasis on personal, creative, and thematic projects in digital/analogue color photography. Additional course fee.
3360/ 315 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: Art 1300/ 130 and Art 2710/ 274 or consent of the department.
Exploration into graphic manipulations of photographic imagery using current computer software and technology. Use of digital camera and other input devices to create and access images. Credit will not be given for both Art 332 and Art 3360/ 315. Additional course fee.
3400/ 319 SCULPTURE III/6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 2400 and consent of department.
Advanced investigation of sculpture concerns. Greater emphasis placed on concept development, personal aethestic, and contemporary issues. Additional course fee.
3410 SPECIAL TOPICS IN SCULPTURE (3)
Prerequisites: ART 1400.
In-depth study of selected topics in sculpture. Course may be repeated under different topics. Additional course fee.
3425 CAST METAL SCULPTURE (3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Mold-making and casting of two-dimensional and three-dimensional forms. Techniques such as lost wax and sand-casting will be taught. Additional course fee.
3465 JEWELRY/METAL SMITHING III (3)
Prerequisites: ART 3450 or 3455
Emphasis placed on developing proficiency in the selection, use and manipulation of materials and mastery of processes. Continued focus on projects that challenge students conceptually and technically. Portion of work assigned will be self-directed. Cannot receive credit for both Art 3460 and ART 3465. Additional course fee.
3500/ 278 FIBER ARTS II LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 2500/ 277 or 2540/ 286 or consent of department.
Printing and dyeing techniques in fiber art including examination of batik, tie-dye, block printing, direct application, and in-skein dyeing. Additional course fee.
3540/ 287 WEAVING II LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 2540/ 286.
Continuation of Art 2540/ 286 with in-depth experiences with floor and table looms. Additional course fee.
3575/ 384 CERAMICS III LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 2575.
Continuation of Art 2575with the study of advanced techniques and an emphasis on individual projects. Additional course fee.
3715/ 314 3-D DIGITAL MODELING LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: Art 2720/ 281 and 3710/ 386 or consent of the department.
Introduction to 3-D Modeling on the computer. Additional course fee.
3722 GRAPHIC DESIGN II/6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 2714, 3710.
Analysis and development of applied design problems related to sequencing, multiple imagery and designing for a multi-page format. Additional course fee.
3724 GRAPHIC DESIGN III/6 (3)
Prerequisites: ART 2714 or 3710.
Analysis and development of two-and-three dimensional applied design problems related to the development of a corporate identity program. Credit will not be given for ART 3725 and 3724. Additional Course Fee.
3726 DESIGN FOR MULTIMEDIA
(same as 3735 Visual Graphics Studio III, which was missing from 08-10 catalog)
3730/ 395 WEB PAGE DESIGN LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisites: Art 3710/ 386 or consent of department.
Introduction to web page design. Credit will not be given for both Art 3730/ 395. Additional course fee.
3740/ 397 ADVANCED WEB PAGE DESIGN LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisites: Art 3730/395 or consent of the department.
Continuation of ART 3730/ 395 with emphasis on using current computer software: Macromedia Dreamweaver, Fireworks, and Flash. Additional course fee.
3960/ 396 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ART AND DESIGN LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: Consent of the department.
In-depth study of selected topics in art and design. Course may be repeated under different topics. Additional course fee.
4000 CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICES SEMINAR AND STUDIO (3)
Prerequisites: Successful completion of second assessment and junior status.
Artworks realized following directing readings and group discussions. Concept development determined by instructor and students’ area of concentration and interest. Cross-disciplinary approach encouraged. Open to all Art and Design students regardless of option. Course may be repeated twice for credit. Additional course fee.
4098 ADVANCED INDEPENDENT STUDY/6 (3)
Prerequisites: Senior standing and consent of the instructor. Independent concentrated study; students research and develop individual projects n studio or art history. Additional course fees.
4099/ 398 ADVANCED INDEPENDENT STUDY LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisites: Senior standing and consent of the instructor.
Advanced independent concentrated study; students research and develop individual projects in studio or art histroy. Course may not be repeated. Additional course fee.
4110/ 208 PROTEST ART (3)
add pre-req
A study of the artist as a social commentator from antiquity through the present. Field trips required
4120/ 302 AFRICAN AMERICAN ART (3)
Prerequisite: Art 1100/ 101, 1102, or passing the English Qualifying Exam.
Art from colonial period to present. historical, economic, and psychological problems for African American artists. (This course satisfies the elective requirements for the African American Studies major or minor.)
4230 PAINTING III /6 (3)
Prerequisites : ART 4230
Emphasis on development of students’ expressive skills and thematically related paintings. Additional course fee.
4350/ 334 ADVANCED COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY LECTURE AND STUDIO /6(3)
Prerequisite: ART 3350/ 333.
Further development of the students’ expressive skills through individual projects and advanced techniques. Additional course fee.
4360/ 317 ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY /6 (3)
Prerequisites: Art 3360/ 315 or consent of the department.
Continuation of Art 3360/ 315 with emphasis on the most current computer software and technology. Additional course fee.
4400 SCULPTURE IV (3)
Advanced investigation of sculpture concerns. Greater emphasis placed on concept development, personal aesthetic, and contemporary issues with focus on individualized projects. Additional course fee. Prerequisites: ART 3400/319 and consent of department.
4575/ 385 CERAMICS IV LECTURE AND STUDIO/6 (3)
Prerequisite: ART 3575/ 384.
Individual projects in advanced ceramic wheel throwing and hand-building. Additional course fee.
4662/ 362 FOUNDATIONS OF ART EDUCATION (3)
Prerequisite: Admission to College of Education, ELCF 4500/ 353 and READ 4100/ 306 (or concurrent enrollment in ELCF 4500/ 353 and READ 4100/ 306), and consent of department.
Theoretical and philosophical foundations of teaching art in grades K-12 including contemporary theory and practice in art education. 30 clock hours of field experience.
4664/ 364 TEACHING ART IN ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS/FIELD(3)
Prerequisite: ART 4662/ 362; co-requisite: CAS 3630/363.
Developing skills in designing comprehensive art curriculum teaching art production, art history, art criticism, and aesthetics in grades K-12. 30 clock hours of field experience. Additional course fee.
4920/ 392 PRACTICUM SEMINAR AND FIELD /12-24 (6-12)
Prerequisite: An overall GPA of 2.75 and a 3.0 in the major, consent of the department, and junior/senior standing. Student must apply one term prior to the term the practicum will be taken.
Field experience in the fine and/or applied arts for the purpose of developing technical and professional marketable skills. May be repeated once for credit for up to a maximum of 18 credit hours.
4950/ 393 PORTFOLIO PREPARATION LECTURE AND STUDIO /6 (3)
Prerequisite: Senior art major or consent of the department; and successful completion of second portfolio review.
This course is for advanced art students entering the work world. Students will prepare a portfolio consisting of already completed work, revised assignments, and new projects. Presentation techniques will be stressed, culminating in participation in a graduating senior exhibit. Additional course fee.
4975/ 376 STUDENT TEACHING AND SEMINAR: K-12/FIELD (6)
Prerequisite: Admission to the College of Education; completion of all other coursework in the approved program; a 3.0 cumulative grade point average in the area of specialization, in professional education, and 2.5 in all coursework required in the approved program; and a passing score on the subject matter/content area certification test within the last five years.
Off-campus placement in elementary/secondary level schools in two or more grade levels. University and cooperating school supervision. Five full days including seminar for 16 weeks. No other courses may be taken during the semester of student teaching.
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