This class is an introduction to the fundamentals and principles of black and white photography. Throughout the semester students learn to process their own film, operate a manual SLR camera, make a final enlarged print, and also develop a strong understanding of how to create an image using composition and aesthetics. The primary concentration of the class will be on traditional black and white film and students will regularly develop and process their prints in the darkroom. Students will be supplied with a camera and film.
This class is an investigation of alternative styles and techniques of photography. Students will learn how early cameras were made, what their uses were, and how this medium contributed to the evolution of what we know art is today. A range of materials will be utilized as students will be creating their own pinhole cameras as well as using SLR cameras. Students will also experiment with various techniques within the darkroom such as Polaroid transfers, rayograms, double exposures, etc.
This course is an in-depth look at the work of famous documentary photographers working from the early 1900s up until present day. Students will not only be looking at and discussing the work of famous photographers, but they will be creating their own collection of a documentary series. There will be four critiques throughout the semester to help guide them in the right direction and, weekly, students will be looking at a specific collection of work by one photographer, reading articles written about their work, and then writing a one-page response. The course will be primarily black and white photography and students will be developing their own film and processing their own prints. For the final product students will bind their own book in which they will display their final print series.
This course is an exploration of additive processes using the photographic medium. Throughout this course, students will explore the possibilities photography offers by experimenting with various processes including collage, hand coloring, toning, solarizing, etc. Students will begin with pinhole photography and then gradually explore more contemporary forms of photography such as photomontage as well as utilize additive text and color. The course will culminate with a close look at Joseph Cornell and students will finish the semester by creating their own cigar box inspired by his work.
This class is an investigation of color and digital photography. Students will be using a variety of mediums from color film to Polaroid film to digital cameras. Students will also learn how to use digital editing software, Adobe elements, to manipulate their photographs. The class overall will be an even mix of both film and digital color photography and will take a closer look at color theory. By the end of the semester students will have a broad understanding of how to take an aesthetically pleasing image that utilizes color and also be able to edit their own images digitally.
This course is an introduction to the relationship and influences of the visual arts on the individual and culture. Through lectures, readings, gallery visits and hands-on activities, students will develop an understanding of the elements of art, a basic vocabulary for describing visual art, a general understanding of the role art has played throughout Western history, and contemporary trends.
This course is an exploration of the principles and techniques in drawing. Throughout the semester students will strengthen their knowledge of line, shape, perspective, proportion, volume, and composition. This course will also work on developing a more complex understanding of color theory and allow them to experiment with a variety of mediums such as pencil, charcoal, pen, colored pencil, and chalk pastel.
This course is a further in-depth investigation of the principles and techniques in drawing. To be enrolled in this course, students should have had at least one previous studio course. Students will further develop their understanding and use of line, shape, perspective, proportion, volume, and composition. Students will also utilize their understanding of color theory and work with a variety of mediums.
This course is an exploration of the principles and techniques in three-dimensional design. This is an introductory course and will introduce students to all possible areas of sculpture. Throughout the semester they will be introduced to various ceramic, metal, wood, glass, and plaster artists as well as contemporary conceptual artists. This course will also work on developing a more complex understanding of color theory and allow them to experiment with a variety of mediums.
Throughout this course, students will experience an in-depth study in sculptural and three-dimensional form. Students will strengthen their knowledge of form, shape, balance, texture, proportion, volume, movement, and composition. This course will also work on developing a more complex understanding of color theory and allow them to experiment with a variety of 3-D mediums including metal, wood, plaster, clay, glass, fiber, and mixed media.
This is a studio art course that develops skills and techniques in watercolor, oil and acrylic painting. This course introduces students to classical and contemporary painting, techniques and concepts, with emphasis on the understanding of its formal language and the fundamentals of artistic expression. Paintings from still-life, landscape, and from observation will be geared towards realism; at the same time, various other painting styles could be explored. Students will use this global approach to develop a "critical eye" in evaluation of contemporary painting. Demonstrations, slide lectures, group and individual critiques will be given throughout the course. The use of Acrylic will be the primary medium for this class.
This is an advanced studio art course for students who have taken at least one other art course at University. This course introduces students to classical and contemporary painting, techniques and concepts, with emphasis on the understanding of its formal language and the fundamentals of artistic expression. Paintings from still life, landscape, and from observation will be geared towards realism; at the same time, various other painting styles could be explored. Students will use this global approach to develop a "critical eye" in evaluation of contemporary painting. Demonstrations, slide lectures, group and individual critiques will be given throughout the course. The use of acrylic will be the primary medium for this class although students will experiment with watercolor and tempera, as well as oil.
This course is an overview of a wide range of printmaking techniques with a closer introduction to three: monotype, woodblock printing and linocut. The emphasis of the course is on learning the principles and developing and mastering basic techniques, with attention to the design of the composition. The approach includes working both from objective reality and subjective imagination.
This is an advanced studio art course for students who have taken at least one other art course at University. There will be an overview of a wide range of printmaking techniques with a closer introduction to five different printmaking processes: monoprint, collagraph, linocut, woodcut, and etching/drypoint. The emphasis of the course is on learning the principles and developing and mastering basic techniques, with attention to the design of the composition. The approach includes working both from objective reality and subjective imagination. Demonstrations, slide lectures, group and individual critiques will be given throughout the course.
Throughout the semester students will be exploring the three primary components of the AP portfolio: quality, concentration, and breadth and will create 24 well-executed works. Each piece should display a broad understanding and mastery of a variety of materials, techniques, and concepts and investigate art in all aspects (historical, cultural, and technical). Students will develop mastery in concept, composition; and execution of 2-D design and be able to discuss artwork through critiques with their peers and instructor.
As a survey course, the material is approached as an introduction to the discipline. The primary goals of this course are for students to become versed in the visual language of art and simultaneously encourage further study in college.
In preparation for the AP exam students will be able to write essays and complete exams defining vocabulary from the field of art history, fully identify specific works of art (title, artist, media, culture, artistic movement or period, and date), and analyze composition, symbolism and psychological function of those works of art.
This course is geared primarily for seniors who may possibly be thinking about a career in photography or the graphic arts. Throughout the year students will choose a selected portfolio that is appropriate for their personal goals in the art program. ?They will explore in depth the three primary components of the AP portfolio: quality, concentration, and breadth and in April will select 24 of their strongest pieces to submit to the College Board. Students should investigate art in all aspects (historical, cultural, and technical) allowing them to make informed and critical decisions while creating their own works, as well as develop mastery in concept, composition; and execution of printing and editing digitally. Throughout the semester the class will have regular critiques with their peers and instructor to guide them along the process.
The purpose of this course is to study the development of art and its relationship with history from prehistoric times to present (contemporary) day. This course will teach students to understand works of art within their historical context by examining issues such as politics, religion, patronage, gender, function, and ethnicity. Various artistic media is studied in these approximate proportions: 40% painting and drawing, 25 % architecture, 25% sculpture, and 10 % other media. This course combines proper historical techniques and procedures with an emphasis on the role played by both the artist and the work of art, its context, and the critic. Equally important is the comparison between European art with examples of art from other cultures that exist and explored art beyond the European tradition.
