This course will challenge students to engage in creative problem solving and critical evaluation as they develop their own ideas and a unique stylistic approach to art making in the media of their choice. Individual projects, based on contemporary themes, will emphasize cultivating creativity, developing critical thinking, and constructing meaning. Required of all art majors and an option for Art Education majors - to be taken during their junior year. Prerequisites: ARTD 200, ARTD 201 (Art major or minor or Art Education major). (0.50 course.)
- Teacher: Janis Wunderlich
An introduction to the forming and firing of wheel-thrown clay forms. Emphasizes the development of sensitivity to materials and processes and the acquisition of technical skills. Students complete projects covering fundamental forms and methods in throwing, glazing and gain a basic theoretical knowledge of clays, glazes, kilns and firing. (One course).
- Teacher: Janis Wunderlich
This course chronologically examines visual art and architecture from Prehistoric through Pre-Renaissance periods, with emphasis placed on the art of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Works of art and architecture are examined in their context to gain a more complete understanding of how art reflects the culture and character of a civilization. Students will develop strategies to build visual literacy through interpretation, contextual and formal visual analysis, and developing familiarity with art terminology. This course meets the requirement for Artistic Inquiry and Global Learning. (1.0 course.)
- Teacher: Janis Wunderlich
An introduction to forming and firing hand-built clay forms. Emphasizes the development of sensitivity to materials and processes covering fundamental forms and methods of building and glazing using various ceramic clay bodies. A basic theoretical knowledge of clays, glazes, kilns, and firing will also be covered. (One credit.)
- Teacher: Janis Wunderlich
Emphasis on the chronological study of significant works of art from the Renaissance through the 21st century. Works are examined in their context in order to gain a more complete understanding of how art reflects the particular time and place in which it was produced, and how that understanding translates into contemporary time. The course is expected to provide an understanding and appreciation of art and art history. Two primary approaches to the study of art and art history will be used. Formal and Contextual Analysis as a means to develop each student's personal interpretations. This course meets the requirement for Artistic Inquiry. (1.0 course.)
- Teacher: Stacy M. LOTZ
This course introduces the foundations of the creative process, from initial visualization to fabrication of visually dynamic 2D and 3D projects. Guided by the Elements and Principles of Design, the course explores fundamentals of drawing, prototyping, and use of materials. Required for Art and Art Education majors and art minors. Core Curriculum: Artistic inquiry. (One course).
- Teacher: Janis Wunderlich