A broad introduction to the nature, vocabulary, and media of the visual arts of drawing, painting, prints, the camera arts, graphic design, sculpture, crafts, and architecture.

An introductory course with emphasis on the development of drawing skills to realistically represent natural and man-made forms using dry drawing media.

A continuation of ARS 121 using wet and mixed drawing media.

The study and application of art elements and principles, and principles of perception, for the purpose of increasing the student's skill in communicating visually with paints and other two-dimensional media.

A study and application of art principles to three- dimensional problems.

This course will provide students with a introductory education in the materials, methods, and history of the varied printmaking techniques. Students will gain a basic knowledge of the print processes and issues through the develop of a body of original work.

This course introduces the student to the basic concepts of animation. Emphasis will be on the processes involved in creation of animation stressing teamwork, storyboarding, hand drawing, clay animation, motion, and balance. Digital camera, scanning and computer editing are critical skills that make the foundation for this class. Study of the history of animation and terminology will be included in this curriculum. Prerequisite: ARS 121.

This course will offer skill development in the use of software to develop storyboards and 2-dimensional animation including creating, importing and sequencing media elements to create interactive motion graphics. Emphasis will be on conceptualization, creativity, and visual aesthetics. This course takes the students through various aspects of animation using 2 dimensional software. Developing concepts, storyboarding and production of several 2 dimensional animations will be accomplished.

This course focuses on storytelling techniques through animation and the principles of animation. It covers the fundamentals of scene navigation, modeling, cameras, and lightning. Students will be introduced to 3D technology and how it is used to film and video game production.

This course offers a framework in which students will explore and develop aesthetically progressive concepts and professional practices in their personal animation art-making. The students will develop a unique artistic voice in the creation of visually based animation using experimentation, exploration, traditional and non-traditional mediums.

A survey of glass objects from 5,000 years ago, leads to a focus on the contemporary and international Studio Glass Movement in art. Methodologies of glass making and the work of artists utilizing the medium will be explored. The physical properties of glass including coloration and transition range ( heating and cooling) will be discussed and demonstrated with hands-on instruction.

The manipulation, construction, and experimentation with glass as a sculptural and craft medium. Emphasis will be on glass blowing. Other investigations may include surface design, sandblasting, painting, and enameling on glass. 3 hours minimum of additional lab time beyond class time are required per week.

A study of the human figure using various drawing (dry) media.

An introduction to the developmental process of drawing as an art form using various subject matter and drawing media.

An introduction to the techniques and concepts of oil painting using various subject matter.

A continuation of ARS 231 with an emphasis on color, composition and technical facility in oil paint.

Introduction to the exploration of basic hand building and wheel techniques of working with clay. Included will be basic design considerations for traditional pottery forms as well as simple sculptural forms. There will be exposure to techniques for glazing and basic firing.

An introduction to lithography. Technical skills related to processing and printing an edition will be studied. The course will consist of studio practice, lectures, quizzes, and critiques.

An introduction to Intaglio printing techniques also known as etching. Technical skills related to drawing, processing, and printing the metal plates will be studied. The class will consist of studio problems in plate making and printing along with lectures, quizzes, and critiques.

A study of relief printmaking. Techniques may include and are not limited to relief, linoleum cut, and wood engraving. The course will consist of studio practice, lectures, quizzes, and critiques. Emphasis will be given to the skills involved in the use of hand tools to cut the image and skills used in printing and editioning the block.

An introduction to silkscreen printing as a fine art form. The class will explore various techniques used in water-based screen printing, from simple stencils of hand drawn and cut paper designs to advanced photo processes. The course will consist of studio practice, lectures, quizzes, and critiques. Technical methods involved in color use, processing, and printing will be studied.

This course will provide students with a fundamental education in the materials, methods, and history of the varied printmaking techniques. Students will gain a basic knowledge of the print processes and issues through the development of a body of original work.

A basic course with additive sculpture materials dealing with problems of mass, volume, and form.

An introduction to basic metal fabrication, including cutting, brazing, and welding both ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

An introduction to skills and techniques used in graphic design, problems in visual priorities, and use of selected materials. Restricted to Majors.

This class will examine typography as a visual communication tool. Course must be completed or in progress to participate in the Sophomore Review. Restricted to majors.

An introduction to skills and design principles used in graphic design, problems in visual priorities, and use of selected materials. Course must be completed or in progress to participate in the Sophomore Review. Restricted to Majors.

An introduction to the technical and aesthetic aspects of photography. Investigation of picture-making problems and control of photographic media. Involves the use of color transparency materials and an introduction to black and white processing enlarging. Students must have 35 mm single lens reflex cameras capable of being operated in the manual exposure mode.

A lower level studio, lecture, or seminar course treating a special medium, subject, or theme, as announced. This course may be repeated when the topic varies for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

This course will continue to develop skills in the use of traditional mediums as well as digital software to create storyboards and 2-dimensional animation including creating, importing and sequencing media elements. Emphasis will be on conceptualization, creativity, and visual aesthetics. This course takes the students through various aspects of animation using 2 dimensional software. Developing concepts, storyboarding and the production of several dimensional animations will be accomplished.

This course focuses on storytelling techniques through animation and the principles of animation. It will reinforce the fundamentals of scene navigation, modeling, cameras, and lighting. Students will become proficient in the use of 3D technology and how it is used for film and video game production.

This course introduces the concepts and techniques used in the creation of three dimensional form in a digital space. Emphasis will be on the practical use and creation of three dimensional models for animation and texturing. The course will also explore how formal choices impact meaning, and discuss contemporary artists who incorporate digital modeling into their work.

The exploration of glass formed through a variety of kiln working methods including fusing, slumping, pate de verre, and casting.

A continuation of ARS 212 focusing on refinement of form and investigation of complex techniques in order to develop proficiency in glass blowing as a means to service individual creativity. The use of glass color is explored. A minimum of 3 additional hours of lab time outside of class time are required weekly.

Further study of the human figure using various drawing (wet and dry) media.

A continuation of ARS 225 with emphasis on concept driven work.

A continuation of ARS 231 and 232 with emphasis on conceptual exploration in oil and/or water media paint. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours.

A continuation of ARS 241 with emphasis on hand building or wheel techniques. May be repeated for a total of 9 semester hours credit.

Further work in printmaking. Students may work in one or more of the following print media: Intaglio, lithography, relief, screen printing. Students must have taken the 200 level of the appropriate print media to move to intermediate level of that same media. The course may be repeated for a maximum of 9 semester hours.

Building on the relief techniques covered in ARS 255 Beginning Printmaking, this course will provide students with a deeper education in the materials, methods, and history of Relief/Woodcut printing. Students will gain knowledge of the print processes and issues through the development of a body of original work.

Building on the intaglio techniques covered in ARS 255 Beginning Printmaking, this course will provide students with an education in the materials, methods, and history of Intaglio/Etching. Students will gain knowledge of the print processes and issues through the development of a body of original art work.

Building on the Screenprint/Serigraphy techniques covered in ARS 255 Beginning Printmaking, this course is an introductory course in water-based screen printing, designed to present the basic techniques and concepts of the medium as a fine art form.

Building on the lithography techniques covered in ARS 255 Beginning Printmaking, this course will provide students with an intermediate education in the materials, methods, and history of lithography. Students will gain a knowledge of the print processes and issues through the development of a body of original art work.

An introduction to direct carving processes with wood and stone. This course may be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours credit.

Advanced mold making techniques. This course may be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours credit.

Design, typography, page layout, paper selection, pre-press techniques and the preparation of art for reproduction using both traditional and digital means. Prerequisites: Must have a C or above in ARS 272, ARS 273.

An intermediate course developing design skills used in the production of printed materials for visual communications with an emphasis on logos, letterheads, brochures and posters.

An intermediate course developing design skills used in the production of printed materials for visual communications with an emphasis on newsletters, magazines, and newspaper graphics.

An advanced level course utilizing computers to produce graphic design work for printed and digital media.

Conceptual approaches, materials and techniques used to solve problems in illustration, emphasizing developing rendering skills.

This course is designed to allow you to begin to communicate your own vision and artistic voice. This course is intended to take your technical skills to the next level, by reading, writing and thinking about photography.

The three main objectives of this course is to further your knowledge of the fine art photography, learn how to conceptualize ideas through the medium of photography, and to treat photography primarily as a creative medium for discussing personal, political, and social concerns. Since photography is tied to many technical processes, these concerns will also be acknowledged in this class.

This studio course examines the intersecting theories and practices of photography with digital cameras and computer imaging.

An upper level studio, lecture, or seminar course treating a special medium, subject, or theme, as announced.

This course prepares students for employment, graduate school, or a professional career in the visual arts. Restricted to majors.

Independent work in an approved Animation topic under the direction of a studio faculty member. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

This course focuses on the creation of pre-production materials, concept art, storyboards, animatics, as well as research design documents and supplements, to be used in ARS 409 Senior Thesis in Animation course.

An Independent project of creative work in the area of Animation with the guidance of one to three faculty advisors. The student is required to work at least 9 hours a week in the studio. The thesis must be publicly exhibited. This course should be taken twice in consecutive semesters for a total of 6 credit hours.

An upper level Glass course treating a special subject or theme as announced. This course may be repeated when the topic varies for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

Advanced kiln forming requires investigation into conceptual and technical problems in glass. The student becomes increasingly self-directed through further exploration of fusing, slumping, of casting. The development of firing schedules is emphasized.

Advanced techniques in hot glass will be explored for the development of refined sculpture and/or craft in glass. Course assignments will emphasize personal creativity and exploration. Instruction includes advanced finishing techniques and cold working techniques. A minimum of 3 additional weekly lab hours outside of class time are required.

Independent work in an approved Glass topic under the direction of a studio faculty member. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

Independent work in an approved Glass topic under the direction of a studio faculty member. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

Individual problems with the human figure as subject, emphasizing concept, composition, and media.

A continuation of ARS 325 with emphasis on exploration of personal concepts.

A studio course on the nature, theory and application of color in an aesthetic context.

A studio course continuing the study of the nature, theory and application of color in an aesthetic context.

An upper level Painting course treating a special subject or theme as announced. This course may be repeated when the topic varies for a maximum of 12 credit hours.

This class is a continuation of ARS 331 with emphasis on personal development of conceptual approaches in oil paint and/or water media paintings. Students with Primary Concentrations in Painting will use this course to prepare for thesis. This course may be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours credit.

Independent work in an approved Painting topic under the direction of a studio faculty member. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

Independent creative production and preliminary work in an approved Painting topic under the direction of a studio faculty member.

An Independent project of creative work in the area of Painting with the guidance of one to three faculty advisors. The student is required to work at least 18 hours a week in the studio. The thesis must be publicly exhibited. This course may be repeated once for credit.

An upper level Ceramics course treating a special subject or theme as announced. This course may be repeated when the topic varies for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

A continuation of ARS 341 with emphasis on hand building or wheel processes. May be repeated for a total of 12 semester hours credit.

Independent work in an approved Ceramics topic under the direction of a studio faculty member. This course may be repeated fro a maximum of 6 credit hours.

This course will focus on developing conceptual, technical and professional presentation skills in preparation for the capstone course, ARS 498 Senior Thesis in Ceramics.

An independent project of creative work in the area of the Primary Concentration or one or more Secondary Concentrations, with the guidance of one to three faculty advisors. The student is required to work at least 18 hours a week in the studio. The thesis must be publicly exhibited.

A continuation of ARS 351 with emphasis on each student's developing and refining an individual approach to creative work. For students with a Primary Concentration in Printmaking, this course is preparation for Thesis.

Independent work in an approved Printmaking topic under the direction of a studio faculty member. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

Independent creative production and preliminary work in an approved Printmaking topic in preparation for the capstone course.

An Independent project of creative work in the area of Printmaking with the guidance of one to three faculty advisors. The student is required to work at least 18 hours a week in the studio. The thesis must be publicly exhibited. This course may be repeated once for credit.

An upper level Sculpture course treating a special subject or theme as announced. This course may be repeated when the topic varies for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

Experimental work with synthetic materials. This course may be repeated for a total of 6 semester hours credit. Requires permission of instructor.

Independent work in an approved Sculpture topic under the direction of a studio faculty member. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

This course focuses on the exploration and production of sculpture in materials such as metal, resin, clay, wood and concept to be taken prior to ARS 469 Senior Thesis in Sculpture. This course me be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours. $200.00.

An independent project of creative work in the area of Sculpture with the guidance of one to three faculty advisors. The student is required to work at least 18 hours a week in the studio. The thesis must be publicly exhibited. This course may be repeated once for credit.

An upper level Graphic Design course treating a special subject or theme as announced. This course may be repeated when the topic varies for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

An advanced workshop that addresses issues of visual communication using graphic design as a problem-solving tool.

An introduction to interactive applications. This course provides instruction in innovative, artistic design and development of visual communication skills related to interactive applications.

Independent work in an approved Graphic Design topic under the direction of a studio faculty member. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

A study of the business principles of Graphic Design. Projects encourage both collaborative and independent study. Students explore design as a commercial art and develop the skills to coordinate projects through all phases of a professional, business relationship.

An upper level Photography course treating a special subject or theme as announced. This course may be repeated when the topic varies for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

This course will strive to help further develop each student's artistic strength in their use of the photographic medium. Each student will be required to write a statement explaining the body of work that they will create and what particular processes they might be interested in exploring.

This is an introduction to color photography. The goals are to become familiar with all aspects of color photography including film selection, processing, printing, theory, and criticism.

Independent work in an approved Photography topic under the direction of a studio faculty member. This course my be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.

This is an advanced studio art course designed for students with a background in photography (primarily black and white) who want to expand their image making vocabulary through the use of early photographic techniques.

This course is designed for students to communicate their own artistic vision by creating one large body of work. Students will be required to write a statement explaining the body of work that they wish to create and what particular processes they might be interested in exploring. This course is designed to prepare students for senior thesis and to help individuals think independently as artists, to formulate ideas based on aspects of their work, interests, and passions.

This class will focus on the design and construction of artist books. We will explore structure and form and how they support and influence the content of a book.

A self-directed creative project in the area of graphic design with the guidance of a faculty member. Evaluation of the project is by faculty committee.

An independent project of creative work in the area of Photography with the guidance of one to three faculty advisors. The student is required to work at least 18 hours a week in the studio. The thesis must be publicly exhibited. This course may be repeated once for credit.

An advanced studio, lecture, or seminar course treating a special medium, subject, or theme, as announced. This course may be repeated for a maximum of twelve (12) credit hours. Requires junior standing and permission of the instructor.

Independent work in an approved studio medium or topic under the direction of a studio faculty member.

Students intern in a specialized area of interest. Written report required.

An independent project of creative work in the area of the Glass Concentration, with the guidance of one to three faculty advisors. The student is required to work at least 18 hours a week in the studio. The thesis must be publicly exhibited.

An independent project of creative work in the area of the Primary Concentration or one or more Secondary Concentrations, with the guidance of one to three faculty advisors. The student is required to work at least 18 hours a week in the studio. The thesis must be publicly exhibited. This course may be repeated once for credit.

Honors student, the first semester, will identify and carry out independent scholarly research on a topic with the guidance of a faculty mentor. The second semester, students will produce a body of work that incorporates and exemplifies the ideas explored in the research paper. The project will be concluded with a formal presentation to the Visual Arts faculty. The Honors Project will be graded by a three-member faculty committee, chaired by the mentor. This course is to be taken as two, sequential, three-credit course units.

Intensive course structured as an exploration of the practice and production of animation. May be repeated for a total of 36 credit hours.

This course introduces the concepts and techniques used in the creation of three dimensional form in a digital space. Emphasis will be on the practical use and creation of three dimensional models for animation and texturing. The course will also explore how formal choices impact meaning, and discuss contemporary artists who incorporate digital modeling into their work.

Intensive investigation of visual, expressive or technical problems in glass. May be repeated for a total of 18 credit hours. Pre-requisite: bachelor's degree in art or art education.

Intensive course in drawing as both a set of skills and as a creative medium of expression. May be repeated for a total of 36 credit hours. Pre-requisites: complete either appropriate pre-requisites or bachelor's degree in art or art education.

A studio course continuing a study of the nature, theory and application of color in an aesthetic context.

Intensive course in painting with traditional or contemporary media, subjects and concepts. May be repeated for a total of 36 credit hours. Pre-requisites: complete either appropriate pre-requisites or bachelor's degree in art or art education. Fee

A study of clay as a creative medium of expression. Problems of form, volume, space, texture, decoration, and function will be investigated in their relation to selected ceramics processes and building techniques. May be repeated for a total of 36 semester hours. Pre-requisites: complete either appropriate pre-requisites or bachelor's degree in art or art education.

Intensive investigation of visual, expressive or technical problems in one or more printmaking media. This course may be repeated for a total of 36 hours credit. Pre-requisites: complete either appropriate pre-requisites or bachelor's degree in art or art education.

This course will provide students with an education in the materials, methods, history, contemporary technologies of photomechanical processes. Students will gain a knowledge of photographic print processes and issues through the development of a body of original work. Through critiques students will be expected to develop a familiarity with techniques and materials. Concurrent enrollment in ARS 591. Lab fee.

This course will provide students with an education in the materials, methods, and contemporary strategies for artist books. Students will gain knowledge of several artist book strategies and forms through the development of a body of original work. Through critiques students will be expected to develop a familiarity with techniques and materials. Concurrent enrollment in ARS 591. Lab fee.

Intensive investigation of problem of mass, volume, form, and space using one or more sculptural media. This course may be repeated for a total of 36 hours credit. Pre-requisites: complete either appropriate pre-requisites or bachelor's degree in art or art education.

An intensive workshop that investigates advanced issues of visual communication using graphic design as both a problem-solving tool and as a medium for creative expression and communication. Emphasis on trending technology and/or professional practice. May be repeated for a total of 36 credit hours.

Intensive workshop that investigates and explores advanced typography and layout and/or format techniques both in digital and analog forms. Issues of visual communication using graphic design as both a problem-solving tool and a medium for creative expression and communication will also be investigated and explored. Emphasis on trending technology, research methods, and professional practice. May be repeated for a total of 6 credits hours.

Introduction to the fundamental and varied methodologies of research, theories of design and human behavior, and discipline-related history in order to work with a variety of design products and users. Emphasis will be placed on application of research findings to the creative process, design, and visual solutions. May be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours.

An intensive workshop that investigates advanced uses and techniques for growing an audience through social media and online content marketing using visual communication, graphic design, and copy writing techniques. Emphasis on trending technology and/or professional practice as a medium for creative expression and communication. This graduate course focuses on growing an audience online with an emphasis on personal branding, social media branding and marketing, and content marketing on your website and social media channels. May be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours.

Emphasizing theory, concept, and critical thinking, while expanding knowledge of the photographic medium. May be repeated for a total of 18 credit hours. Prerequisite: ARS 387 Minimum Grade of D or ARS 481 Minimum Grade of a D or bachelor's degree in art or education.

A graduate course treating a special medium, subject, or theme, as announced. This course may be repeated twice when the content varies, for a maximum of 9 credit hours.

A detailed examination of selected topics in art. Topics announced prior to registration. This course includes scholarly research, writing, and creative work. May be repeated up to five times for a total of 18 credit hours when course content changes. Prerequisite: Graduate standing in the Visual Art Department.

An independent project of creative work, with the guidance of a faculty committee. The thesis must be an original project/production and have a visual component. May be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours. Prerequisite: Must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in 9 hours of graduate courses.