ART 101 Fundamentals of Drawing (4) GEB C.2.
Analysis, history and practice of the art of drawing. Drawing problems progress from simple geometric shapes to more sophisticated subject matter, expanding visual awareness. Lectures on historical methods and the importance of drawing. Development of individual techniques. 1 lecture, 3 activities.
ART 108 Fundamentals of Sculpture I (4) GEB C.2.
Studio course in the creative investigation of three-dimensional form through problems in modeling, casting, carving and assembly. Emphasis on expression, aesthetics and history. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 1 lecture, 3 activities.
ART 111 Introduction to Art (4) GEB C.2.
Designed to acquaint the non-art major with painting, sculpture, drawing, crafts, architecture, and printmaking. Development of vocabulary, analytic skills, and research techniques for the understanding of art objects. 4 lectures.
ART 112 Survey of Western Art (3) GEB C.2.
History of major art movements in western civilization from Greek art to the present. Representative periods of western culture, such as the Classic tradition, the Middle Ages, the Italian Renaissance, the Renaissance in Northern Europe, Baroque and Rococo, Romanticism, Neo-Classicism and Modernism. 3 lectures.
ART 131 2-Dimensional Design Fundamentals (3)
Basic design theory in black, white and greys covering the visual elements and principles in two dimensions. 1 lecture, 2 activities.
ART 132 Beginning Color Theory (3)
Basic design color theory developed through exercises in hue, value and intensity. 1 lecture, 2 activities. Prerequisite: ART 131.
ART 133 Color and Design (3)
Advanced color problems in two-dimensional design theory covering compositional, optical and psychological aspects of visual communication. 1 lecture, 2 activities. Prerequisite: ART 131, ART 132.
ART 134 3-Dimensional Design (3)
Studio course in research and application of principles, elements and criticism of three-dimensional design concepts. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 1 lecture, 2 laboratories.
ART 135 Introduction to Product Design (3)
Studio course using 3-dimensional forms and materials. Introduction of product design including concept, illustration and assembly methods. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 134, or consent of instructor.
ART 200 Special Problems for Undergraduates (1-2)
Individual investigation, research, studies or surveys of selected problems. Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
ART 201 Intermediate Drawing (3)
Development of additional drawing techniques with emphasis on form and composition. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 101.
ART 204 Beginning Watercolor (3)
Transparent watercolor painting. Course emphases: proper use of watercolor paper, brush techniques, pigment mixing, use of color, use of washes, wet-into-wet, indirect methods, composition and presentation. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ART 101.
ART 211 Art History-Ancient to Renaissance (4)
Development of art from antiquity to the early stages of the Renaissance in Europe. Particular emphasis on European art with appropriate references to sources from antiquity which have been particularly influential on European painting and sculpture. 4 lectures.
ART 212 Art History-Renaissance through Baroque Eras (4)
The significant visual expressions of Northern and Southern European art of the Renaissance and Baroque period. Relevant parallel examples of the art of non-European cultures. 4 lectures.
ART 213 Art History-18th and 19th Century Art (4)
Painting, sculpture, and architecture of the 18th and 19th century including non-European manifestations of significant movements such as Neoclassicism, Romanticism, and Realism. 4 lectures.
ART 221 Basic B/W Photography (3)
Fundamental techniques in black and white photography. Mechanics of cameras and equipment, optics, composition, filters, subject content, developing, printing, and mounting. Understanding photographic principles, producing a quality continuous tone print, and print presentation. 35mm camera with manual adjustment capability required. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory.
ART 222 35mm Intermediate B/W Photography (3)
Control of tonal range using 35mm cameras and available daylight illumination. Composition and visual communication. Assignments range from close-ups to architecture. Emphasis on "photographic seeing'' and professional quality enlargements. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 221.
ART 224 Introduction to Artificial Lighting for Photography (3)
Tungsten and electronic strobe studio lights are used to introduce the student to contemporary professional studio photography. Quality developing and printing skills required. Introduction to current examples of professional studio lighting. Emphasizes photographic communication and expression of ideas through an understanding of controlled lighting. Color transparency materials are introduced in the studio environment. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 222.
ART 231 Computer Imaging and Design (3)
Introduction to the Macintosh system to acquaint students with operating procedures. Students will learn QuarkXPress, Adobe Illustrator, Aldus Freehand, and Adobe Photoshop for use in their own creative design or photography. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 133 and CSC 113 or consent of the instructor.
ART 232 Beginning Graphic Design (3)
Basic terminology, studio skills, assembly methods, photographic reproduction processes, and specification for graphic designers. Familiarization with the various services available. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ART 131, ART 132, ART 133.
ART 240 Glassblowing (4)
Studio course in the offhand process of working with glass from a furnace. Overview of glass history. Development of tools and forming processes studied while students develop 3-dimensional projects. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 2 lectures, 2 activities.
ART 245 Ceramics I (3)
Studio course in basic clay working with emphasis on design quality, hand building, and use of the potter's wheel. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 1 lecture, 2 laboratories.
ART 255 Jewelry Design (3)
Studio course in nonferrous metal techniques including cutting, forming, soldering, and forging with emphasis on creative design solutions. Miscellaneous course fee required-see Class Schedule. 3 activities.
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