Studio Class Schedule
Class hours vary, with minimum of 6 hours of laboratory/studio work to be arranged.
Note: Most of the studio art courses carry a fee for supplies and equipment needs. The course fees do not cover all expenses involved in visual art courses. Studio courses are not available for audit.
ART 100 - Art at the Holter Museum 1-3 Cr.
This class is an opportunity to participate in art classes and workshops at the Holter Museum for elective college credit (pass/fail only). Students are required to obtain approval from the supervising art faculty before enrolling. All museum tuition costs and other expenses are the student's responsibility. Both semesters.
ART 105 - Introduction to Art 3 Cr
This course will provide an introductory overview of the field of visual arts. Areas of study will include art philosophy, the language of aesthetics, an historical overview, cultural influences, types of art, various media and art production processes. This course is intended to provide a fundamental approach to art processes. As an introductory class, students will be evaluated based on effort and participation, not skill level.
ART 110 - Art Appreciation 3 Cr.
This class is an examination of international visual art, its diverse physical forms, psychological dimensions, and social meanings. Emphasis on students' development of vocabulary and a conceptual framework to better understand and appreciate personal responses as well as the cultural significance of art in ancient, historic, and contemporary societies. Spring semester.
ART 112 - Drawing 3 Cr.
This is a studio course in basic realistic drawing. Emphasis on visual thought and awareness through drawing exercises and portraits. Accuracy in representing what is observed is stressed. See Studio Class Schedule. Each semester.
ART 113 - Digital Photography 3 Cr.
A basic foundation course covering the entire digital photography workflow including: purchase of a digital camera, taking better photos by making use of design principles, electronically editing images, making digital prints, and strategies for storing and organizing images. Each semester.
ART 114 - Photography I 3 Cr.
This class is an introduction to the camera, darkroom, film, paper, and techniques through lectures, assignments and darkroom work. Included will be a brief history of the artistic and technical aspects of photography. Emphasis will be on taking photos and darkroom techniques. Work with 35mm black& white film plus use of the darkroom to make contact sheets and prints. Shoot color film negatives and work digitally from CD's of those images. See Studio Class Schedule. Each semester.
ART 115 - Ceramics with Visiting Bray Artist 3 Cr.
A Bray Resident Artist will be selected to teach this introductory level course in ceramics each fall. Based primarily on wheel throwing, it will include various forming methods, decorating, glazing, and firing. This course will take advantage of the different kilns available at the Bray for the final firing of students' work. Class will meet two nights per week for two hours. Students should be prepared for some travel to the Archie Bray Foundation over the course of the semester. Fall semester.
ART 116 - Ceramics I 3 Cr.
This class is an introduction to ceramic materials, processes, and techniques. This is a studio course emphasizing wheel-forming methods and varied decorating and glazing techniques. See Studio Class Schedule. Each semester.
ART 117 - I Intermediate Ceramics 1-3 cr.
This class is an intermediate course for those who have taken ART 115 or 116. Continuing study of all aspects of ceramics is the primary focus. Students are required to determine specific projects to pursue. Credit will vary from 1 to 3 by individual contract. This class may be taken more than once for a total of no more than 6 credits. Each semester. Prerequisite: ART 115 or 116.
ART 200 - Art Practicum 1 Cr.
Students can earn one credit by participating in ceramics or photography. A minimum of 30 hours of participation is required for each hour of credit. The student will be given specific training and assignments in the technical operation of a ceramics studio or darkroom. Students may earn a total of 3 credits in 3 separate semesters. Both semesters. Prerequisites: ART 114,115, or 116 and consent of instructor.
ART 201 - Acrylic Painting 3 Cr.
This class is an introduction to methods of painting with acrylics. Emphasis will be on composition, color theory, and technique. Demonstrations in transparent and opaque techniques with a variety of subject matter and styles are included. Experience in drawing and/or design is highly recommended. See Studio Class Schedule. Spring semester.
ART 206 - Watercolor Painting 3 Cr.
This class is an introduction to methods of painting with transparent watercolors. Emphasis will be on composition, color theory, and concept. Demonstrations in a variety of techniques with a variety of subject matter and styles are included. Experience in drawing and/or design is highly recommended. See Studio Class Schedule. Fall semester.