Art
#900 | Studio Art I | 1/2 Credit | One Semester | Required |
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Introductory foundation art course for students wanting to develop and improve basic art skills and knowledge of artists, mediums, techniques, and processes of art. Emphasis is placed on the Elements of Art (Line, Shape, Form, Space, Color, and Texture), & Movements & Trends in Art History. Students are given the option of choosing from a variety of studio assignments involving visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic styles of learning. Students are introduced to a variety of art mediums, tools, techniques, and processes of art.
Culminating Activity: Final Exam.
#901 | Studio Art II | 1/2 Credit | One Semester | Elective |
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Studio Art II is a one-semester, ½ credit, advanced elective art course for students who have completed Studio Art I. Studio Art II builds on the Elements of Art covered in Studio Art I, with emphasis placed on the Principles of Design (Emphasis, Balance, & Unity). Students are given additional freedom of choice of projects, mediums, and methods of expression. This course is designed for responsible, self-motivated students who enjoy working independently.
Culminating Activity: Final Exam Project.
#905 | Studio Ceramics | 1/2 Credit | One Semester | Elective |
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Studio Ceramics is a one-semester, ½ credit, elective art course for students interested in exploring the techniques and methods of hand built and wheel thrown clay forms using the clay forming methods of pinch, slab, coil, and wheel. Students will be introduced to clay preparation, forming methods, surface decoration, underglazing, overglazing, and firing of clay forms.
Culminating Activity: Final Exam.
#910 | Studio Photo I | 1/2 Credit | One Semester | Elective |
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Studio Photo I is a one-semester, ½ credit, elective foundation art course for students interested in developing or improving photography skills as a hobby or possible future profession. This is an introductory course in black and white photography, exploring the history of photography, camera operation, composition, film exposure, film processing, darkroom printing techniques, and presentation of photographs.
Culminating Activity: Final Exam Essay.