VisualArts&HumanDevelopment II

Continuation of ART 310. Exploration of art as taught in public schools. Topics include: artistic and aesthetic development, approaches to teaching art history, criticism, and studio, museum education, problem solving and concept development in art, multicultural approaches to the art curriculum and special education in art classrooms. Readings, written assignments, class presentations, and extensive off-campus field experiences. Prerequisite: B.F.A. major or consent of instructor.

3-D Stu:Throwing

Studio, demonstration. Introduction to potter's wheel. Emphasis on throwing techniques and functional design. Exploration of oxidation glazes and surface decoration. Active participation, attendance required. Prerequisite: ART 131 or 132 for majors; ART 110 or 131 or consent of instructor for non-majors.

3-D Stu:Handbuilding

Studio, demonstration. Introduction to all basic methods of handbuilding and decorating techniques. Focus both on vessel tradition and ceramic sculpture. Introduction to glazes, slips, and firing in the stoneware tradition. Hands-on, active participation, attendance required. Overview of ceramic historical, cultural tradition. Prerequisite: for majors, ART 131 or 132; for non-majors, ART 110 or 131 or consent of instructor.

Art Ed-Stu Teach Sem

To be taken in conjunction with ART ED 501/502. Focuses on current issues in student teaching experience and the field of art education. Includes certification requirements, teaching strategies for a diverse student population, curriculum resources, professional opportunities and responsibilities, and teacher and student evaluation. Art Education majors only.

Photography II

In-depth exploration of techniques and materials including zone system, large format, and non-silver processes. Slide lectures, discussions, and readings. Prerequisite: ART 230 or consent of instructor.

Photography I

Introduction to photographic tools and methods. The balance between self-inquiry and the importance of process and materials as vehicles of meaning. Theory explored through class critiques and slide presentations. Photography examined and discussed both from a personal point of view and in its wider cultural context.

Advanced Drawing

Studio. For intermediate and advanced students interested in making a transition from known and seen objects and figures toward a freer and more imaginative concept and statement. The use of drawing media such as ink, crayon, collage, watercolor. Figure drawing, still life, landscape, and interior problems. Materials list given in class. Prerequisites: ART 110, 120.
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