This course prepares the visual art student for a career as a commercial or working fine artist. Areas to be researched include identity and presentation, an introduction to professional structures, and innovative pathways for the professional artist. Students will examine their professional goals, and how to navigate the creative process and the unique challenges of being a professional artist.
Arts workshops are for the study of specialized areas in art, art education, art history, graphic arts and related fields. Specific workshop content is determined by subtitle. S/U or letter graded.
In this course students will develop techniques used in forming clay with the potters wheel. Course concentrates on form and function. Students will also operate the ceramics lab and equipment.
In this course students will develop techniques used in forming clay including coil, slab, slip casting and other mold making techniques. Students will also operate the ceramics lab and equipment.
Development of individual expression in studio painting and development of mastery of the mediums.
Designed to encourage exploration of a broad variety of sources for drawing images, drawing concepts and thematic interpretation and expression. Designed for advanced drawing students.
The course is designed to introduce techniques used for concept visualization as a cross-disciplinary, research-based environment. Connections between data presentation in digital media will be discussed.
An in-depth study of the field of art education and pre-professional related areas including: learning theory, aesthetics and psychology.
Study curriculum development and art learning activities appropriate for instruction in elementary and secondary art education.
Gain practical experience in the classroom with variety of materials, art subject matter and with varying age groups. Requires classroom observation and participation with weekly seminar.
This course focuses on the fundamentals of Screen Printing, incorporating historical and contemporary methods of screen printing suitable for commercial, studio, and in-home screen printing.
The course focuses on the following media: soft ground, hard ground, aquatint, feather biting, and spit biting. Innovative solutions to technical problems, development of personal images, and fundamental skills are emphasized.
Investigation in techniques of creating monotypes and monoprints (one-of-a-kind printed images). Letterpress and book binding techniques will be introduced with an emphasis on individual imagery and technical development.
This course considers the rich history of object replication through various moldmaking and casting methods. Materials covered include plaster, ceramic slipcasting, metal casting (bronze or aluminum), silicone, and alternative casting techniques.
This course focuses on the expansive ways artists engage site and object identity. Topics covered include installation and intervention, performance art, and intermediate skill-building in wood, metal, and other materials.
This course offers a survey of digital fabrication methods at the beginning to intermediate level. Students explore 3D printing, 3D scanning, lasercutting, and develop basic proficiency in CAD (computer-aided design).
This course utilizes the tools and techniques required to create the components of game design including: narrative structure, character development, design and storyboarding.
This course covers advanced techniques for creating artistic games utilizing various digital media. Collaborative production will involve code, video and sound, focusing on game production and prototyping.
The continued study of the conceptual and applied aspects of graphic design. Projects and exercises challenge students to better understand and utilize design strategies, theories and systems.
This course covers 35mm and large format black and white film photography. Students also address concepts and aesthetics of documentary and editorial photography.
Students will learn a variety of digital and photographic techniques in order to come up with creative solutions to conceptual and aesthetic challenges.
Students explore the theoretical, expressive and applied use of typography as an integral part of visual communication. Coursework materials cover the application of typographic formats and systems, along with the history of conventional and emerging design theories.
This course enhances creative skills and film knowledge. Learn advanced techniques, become a skilled producer and storyteller proficient in video production processes through hands-on projects.
Explore emerging virtual technologies, such as AR (Augmented Reality), VR (Virtual Reality), and 3D design software. Create immersive experiences to shape virtual arts with cutting-edge technologies.
This course covers animation basics, history, theory, and practical skills. Students gain hands-on experience, preparing for careers creating engaging animations for diverse media.