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ARTT100 Two-Dimensional Art Fundamentals (3 cr.)
An exploration of the principles and elements of pictorial space through the manipulation and organization of various materials.
ARTT110 Elements of Drawing I (3 cr.)
An introduction to various media and related techniques. Problems for study are based on the figure, still life, and nature.
ARTT150 Introduction to Art Theory (3 cr.)
An examination of contemporary art, including a review of the dominant aesthetic, philosophic, and critical positions that inform the various works of art studied.
ARTT152 Basics of Photography (3 cr.)
An introduction to basic photographic procedures. Discussion covers the historical development of photography. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTT 152 or PHOT 198.
ARTT153 Advanced Photography (3 cr.)
Advanced concepts of photography with practical experience (lab and studio techniques). Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTT 153 or PHOT 198.
ARTT200 Elements of Three-Dimensional Form and Space (3 cr.)
(A continuation of ARTT 100.) Prerequisite: ARTT 100 or ARTT 110. Further study of pictorial space, focusing on problems that are more individually structured in terms of form, composition, and meaning.
ARTT205 Art Appreciation (3 cr.)
An introduction to a variety of two- and three-dimensional art forms, with particular emphasis on two-dimensional arts. Examples from different media--including illustration; painting with oils, acrylics, and watercolors; and sculptureare used to examine form, light, color, perspective, and other elements of art.
ARTT210 Elements of Drawing II (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: ARTT 100 or ARTT 110. Drawing taught with an emphasis on understanding organic form as related to study of the human figure and pictorial composition. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTS 210 or ARTT 210.
ARTT220 Color in Composition (3 cr.)
Development of a student's work on an intermediate level. Topics include the principles of color in composition and pictorial construction. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTT 208C or ARTT 220.
ARTT250 Elements of Commercial Design (3 cr.)
A study of essential design concepts focusing on the creative skills needed to better solve internal corporate and external advertising/marketing problems in visual media. Theoretical and practical applications include corporate/institutional identity programs, collateral corporate and marketing materials, and advertising campaigns. Discussion also covers the primary relationship between word and image communications. Emphasis is on creative problem solving in media communications. An exploration of symbolism and its relationship to image addresses visual structure, continuity, and coherence. Psychological and sociocultural questions are also examined as they relate to ethical standards and practices.
ARTT298 Watercolors/Landscapes (3 cr.)
Practice in basic techniques and processes of painting nature and landscapes using watercolors.
ARTT320 Elements of Painting (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: ARTT 110. Practice in the basic tools and vocabulary of painting. Oil and/or water-based paints are used.
ARTT340 Elements of Printmaking: Intaglio (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: ARTT 110. Practice in the basic techniques and processes of etching, aquatint, and drypoint.
ARTT344 Elements of Printmaking: Litography (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: ARTT 100, ARTT 110, or permission of faculty member. Presentation of basic techniques and processes related to drawing and preparing images, and printing them on lithographic stones or plates.
ARTT350 Elements of Illustration (3 cr.)
An introduction to a variety of media and techniques used in illustration, that is, drawing and painting created for reproduction in books, advertisements, art prints, and periodicals.
ARTT353 Elements of Photography (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: ARTT 100 or ARTT 110. An introduction to black and white photography. Topics include basic technical and aesthetic vocabulary, camera mechanics, and darkroom techniques. Photographic message and meaning in both fine art and design concept are discussed.
ARTT354 Elements of Computer Graphics (3 cr.)
Recommended: One lower-level ARTT course (or equivalent experience in graphic design) and experience in art fundamentals, Microsoft Office applications, and Windows. An introduction to computer graphics programs and basic concepts in electronic design. Focus is on creating artwork in various formats, including print and the Web. Projects require six hours of computer work per week, some of which must be completed independently.
ARTT418 Drawing (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: ARTT 210. Creation of original compositions based on the figure and nature, supplemented by problems of personal and expressive drawing. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.
ARTT428 Painting (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: ARTT 320. Creation of original compositions based on the figure, nature, and still life, as well as expressive painting. Emphasis is on the development of personal directions. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.
ARTT448 Printmaking (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: One 300-level printmaking course. An advanced study of the elements of printmaking, with emphasis on developing personal directions in chosen media. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 credits.
ARTT458 Graphic Design and Illustration (3 cr.)
An introduction to the basic elements of design. Projects focus on problems central to the commercial arts. Basic skills with a variety of media and techniques are developed.
ARTT470 Watercolor (3 cr.)
An opportunity for further development of painting in watercolors at beginning or advanced levels. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 combined credits in ARTT 470 and ARTT 489B.
ARTT479 Advanced Computer Graphics (3 cr.)
Prerequisite: ARTT 354. A study of advanced techniques in and the theory behind computer imaging, graphics, illustration, and mixed media. Projects require six hours of computer work per week, some of which must be completed independently.
ARTT498 Directed Studies in Art (3 cr.)
(For advanced students.) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits when topics differ.