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131. VISUAL CONCEPTS 4
An introduction to the study of visual
relationships on a two-dimensional plane. Through guided exercises
using both drawing and design mediums,
the course builds understanding of principles of design and composition,
as well as skills in perception, visual thinking, problem solving, and
creativity. Drawing from observation, conceptual research, and manipulation
of visual elements are integrated in this course. (Fulfills arts requirement.)
Lab fee: $16 Studio Art Faculty
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132. FORM AND SPACE 4
Fundamental study of form in three dimensions. This course
develops understanding of formal visual concepts as well as
skills in perception, visual thinking,
problem solving, and creativity. Drawing as a means to translate ideas
into three-dimensional form; processes using minimal tools and easily
worked materials; and working methods that emphasize planning, study,
and experimentation form the basis for this course. (Fulfills arts requirement.)
Lab fee: $43 Studio Art Faculty
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133. DRAWING 4
An expanded study of principles introduced in AR131. This course
builds on basic drawing experiences, refining skills in observation,
organization,
interpretation, and critical analysis. Studio work introduces a range
of traditional drawing tools and materials while exploring a variety
of approaches to image making and visual expression. Prerequisite: AR105
or 131. (Fulfills arts requirement.) Lab fee: $16 Studio
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134. COLOR 4
An introduction to the study of color in studio art. This course
develops understanding of the characteristics of color through
color theory, observation,
organization, and experimentation, and builds skills in perception, visual
thinking, and creativity. Guided exercises explore the role of color
in compositional relationships, the psychological and expressive effects
of color, and the physical properties of color mixing. Lab fee: $16 Studio
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355. COMPUTER IMAGING I 4
Development of computer animation and graphic design skills.
Projects may include such diverse areas as video animation,
photomontage, scientific
visualization or advertising design. Prerequisite: AR337 or permission
of instructor. Open only to juniors and seniors. Lab fee: $105 J.
Danison
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356. COMPUTER IMAGING II 4
Individual and group problems using computer imaging. Projects
may include work in either fields of video animation or publishing.
Prerequisite:
AR355 or permission of instructor. May be taken for credit three times
with permission of instructor. Open only to juniors and seniors. Lab
fee: $105 J. Danison
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111. BASIC CERAMICS 4
Basic issues of aesthetics and technique developed through
the direct manipulation of clay. A variety of forming techniques
will be explored
and demonstrated, including pinching, coiling, slab constructing, and
throwing. In addition to group and individual critiques, weekly lectures
will provide a working knowledge of kiln firing (both gas and electric)
and clay and glaze formulation. (Fulfills arts requirement.) Lab fee:
$75 R. Brodie, L. Ferst
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217. INTERMEDIATE CERAMICS 4
The continued development of aesthetic concepts and techniques.
Individual exploration and expression will be encouraged. Through
a structured approach
with demonstrations, lectures, weekly assignments, and group and individual
critiques, the student will be exposed to hand-building and throwing,
as well as raku, salt-glazing, and stoneware reduction techniques. Prerequisite:
AR111 or permission of instructor. Lab fee: $100 R.
Brodie. L. Ferst
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318. ADVANCED CERAMICS 4
A further intensification of the use of clay as a medium and
a continuation of the development of the forming processes
of hand-building and throwing.
Also included will be the formulation of clay bodies and the investigation
of kiln firing techniques. Prerequisite: AR217. May be taken for credit
three times with permission of instructor. Lab fee: $100 (includes clay,
glazes, firings). R. Brodie
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209. COMMUNICATION DESIGN I 4
An introduction to visual design and communication theory.
Emphasis is on developing a strong foundation in visual perception,
design principles,
and typography. Students will undertake studio problems aimed at developing
visual awareness,
analytical thinking, craftsmanship, and use of hands-on media and digital
techniques. Prerequisites: AR103 or 131, 105 and 106 or 133, 134. Lab
fee: $105 D. Hall
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227. COMMUNICATION DESIGN II 4
Further development of the concepts and skills introduced in
Communication Design I. Emphasis is placed on integrating the
symbolic and communicative
aspects of typography with visual elements. Through the application of
design principles and typography, studio projects will stress strong
visual concepts while exploring hands-on media and digital techniques.
Prerequisite: AR209. Lab fee: $105 D. Hall
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337. ADVANCED COMMUNICATION DESIGN 4
A continuation and development of the formal and technical
aspects of designing with type and image. Students will be
introduced to recent
developments in visual communication theory and practice, including multimedia
and interactivity. Readings in design history and criticism as well as
independent research will complement studio work. May be taken for credit
three times with permission of instructor. Prerequisites: AR103 or 131,
105 and 106 or 133, 209, 227 or permission of instructor. Lab fee: $105. D.
Hall
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223. INTERMEDIATE DRAWING 4
An further investigation of the formal and expressive characteristics
of drawing, with a focus on drawing as visual communicative act. Structured
assignments provide a context for focused exploration of materials and
processes and development of individual vision. Readings and discussions
will complement studio work. Prerequisite: AR105 and 106 or 133. Lab
fee: $16 Studio Art Faculty
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224. FIGURE DRAWING 4
An extensive investigation of drawing from the life model.
Guided exercises refine observation skills by building understanding
of anatomical and
spacial relationships, as well as providing a context for exploration
of interpretive and expressive aspects of figure drawing. Assignments
encourage exploration of compositional relationships, drawing media,
and conceptual ideas. Prerequisite: AR105 and 106 or 133. Lab fee: $15 Studio
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326. ADVANCED DRAWING 4
A further investigation of drawing as a visual communicative
act. The development of images through individual exploration
of form, structure,
and space with emphasis being placed upon the growth of personal vision
and skill. Prerequisite: AR223 or 224. May be taken for credit three
times with permission of instructor. Lab fee: $16 Studio
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115. INTRODUCTION TO FIBER ARTS 4
An introduction to the fiber arts. Projects will allow students
to explore off-loom woven structure, loom weaving, resist-dyeing
and screen-printing.
Students will work with flat pattern and composition as well as three-dimensional
fiber construction. Historical works will be studied as well as the contemporary
evolution of this art form. (Fulfills arts requirement.) Lab fee: $55 M.
Mensing
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215. TEXTILE STRUCTURES 4
Exploration of the sculptural properties of planes based on building
single and multiple-element surfaces. Studies in fused and single-element
structure (felting, netting, knotting, plaiting, hand and machine knitting)
will be followed by the
focus of the courseloom weaving (including the use of the computer-assisted
loom). Students will construct three-dimensional structures based on
individual expression. Readings in textile history and contemporary art
issues, writing, and discussion will complement technical grounding in
traditional textile processes. Prerequisite: AR115 or permission of the
instructor. Lab fee $55 M. Mensing
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216. TEXTILE SURFACE DESIGN 4
Theoretical and practical textile surface design employing
screen-printing, direct painting, and resist-dyeing techniques.
Projects may take the
form of flat pattern design, wall hangings or costume. Students will
be introduced to the use of computers in designing selected projects.
Prerequisite: AR131 or AR 134 or permission of instructor. Lab fee: $55 M.
Mensing
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315. ADVANCED FIBER ARTS 4
A continued exploration and development of personal interpretations
of traditional and nontraditional methods of textile design
and fiber construction.
Students may elect to concentrate in the area of weaving or textile design,
or may develop skills in both areas concurrently. Advanced weaving will
include multi-harness weave structure on jack-type, computer, and dobby
looms. Advanced textile design will include printed resists, photo screen-printing,
lacquer stencils, gouache rendering, and computer-aided design. It is
strongly recommended that students intending to work in both areas complete
both AR215 and 216 prior to electing this course. Personal initiative
and creative self-expression are emphasized in this course. Prerequisite:
AR215 or 216. May be taken for credit three times with permission of
instructor. Lab fee: $55 M.
Mensing
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219. JEWELRY AND METALS I 4
Sequence of problems employing various techniques in metal.
Emphasis upon structural design and creative use of materials.
One prerequisite:
AR103, 131, 107, or 132 or permission of instructor. Lab fee: $55 D.
Peterson
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319. METALSMITHING 4
An advanced studio course in the jewelry and metalsmithing
sequence. Students explore the plastic potential of precious
and nonprecious metals
through the process of raising, forging, hollow-forming, and repoussé.
Inventiveness, personal initiative, and creative self-expression are
particularly emphasized in this course. Prerequisite: AR219. May be taken
for credit three times with permission of instructor. Lab fee: $55 D.
Peterson
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320. JEWELRY AND METALS II 4
A continuation of concepts and methods explored in AR 219 with
an emphasis on casting. Weekly group critiques will focus upon
individual aesthetic
growth, technical exploration, and both historical and con-temporary
issues to the art-metals discipline. Prerequisite: AR219. May be taken
for credit three times with permission of instructor. Lab fee: $55 D.
Peterson
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101. INTRODUCTION TO PAINTING 3
An introduction to painting as a medium of
visual expression. Emphasis is placed upon exploration of
formal and
technical concerns. Basic studies include drawing and will explore
a variety of subject matter and media directed toward the organization
of the two-dimensional plane. Summer only. Not open to Skidmore
art majors. (Fulfills arts requirement.) Lab fee: $16 Studio
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201. PAINTING 4
An introduction to oil painting, focusing on traditional painting
methods and materials. Using direct observation, this course
builds understanding
of compositional principles, color relationships, the physical and expressive
properties of paint, and the creative process. Prerequisites: AR103 or
131, 105 and 106 or 133, 134. Lab fee: $16 Studio
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311. INTERMEDIATE PAINTING 4
A continuation of painting concepts explored in AR201, designed
to further acquaint students with technical processes, formal
relationships, and
conceptual issues. Structured assignments employing direct observation
(including the figure) and invention provide a context for development
of a personal vision. Other assignments will refer to historical and
contemporary movements and painting methods with readings and discussions.
Prerequisite: AR201. Lab fee: $16 Studio Art Faculty
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332. ADVANCED PAINTING 4
Further investigation of formal, expressive, and technical
aspects of painting. This course emphasizes individual exploration
of structured
assignments, leading toward self-directed studio practice. Readings and
discussions complement studio practice. Emphasis is placed upon more
individual exploration of assigned formal problems in the studio. Prerequisite:
AR311. May be taken for credit three times with permission of instructor.
Lab fee: $16 Studio Art Faculty
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234. WATERCOLOR 4
Exploration of the materials and methods used in watercolor
painting. Included will be dry and wet paper techniques, resist
processes, and
experimental painting. Conventional methods of illustrating the figure
and landscape will also be stressed. Prerequisites: AR103 or 131, 105
and 106 or 133, 134. Lab fee: $16 Studio Art Faculty
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229. BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHY 4
An exploration of the varied aesthetic and mechanical aspects
of contemporary photographic process. Emphasis is placed on
using the camera as a tool
to increase one's visual sensitivity and personal awareness. Lab work
is digital using Adobe Photoshop. Each student must own a camera: 35mm
or digital. Prerequisite: AR103 or 131. Lab fee: $80 (does not include
film or paper) R. Linke
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330. ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY 4
A continuation of problems of visual expression and techniques
encountered in beginning photography. Students explore advanced
digital image manipulation;
investigate digital portfolio presentations; as well as refine traditional
print aesthetics. Prerequisite: AR229. Lab fee: $80 (does not include
film or paper). R. Linke
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341. PRINTMAKING: RELIEF 4
An investigation and development of the relief printing process
through linocut, woodcut, letterpress, and book arts with an
emphasis on personal
growth and vision. Readings in printmaking history and criticism will
complement studio art. Prerequisite: AR105 and 106 or 133; recommended:
AR223, 224. May be taken for credit three times with permission of instructor.
Lab fee: $60 K. Leavitt
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342. PRINTMAKING: INTAGLIO 4
An investigation and development of the etching process including
color printing techniques, with emphasis placed on personal
growth and vision.
Readings in printmaking history and criticism will complement studio
work. Prerequisite: AR105 and 106 or 133; recommended: AR223, 224. May
be taken for credit three times with permission of instructor. Lab fee:
$60 K. Leavitt
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350. PRINTMAKING: LITHOGRAPHY 4
An investigation and development of the lithographic process
including color-printing techniques with emphasis placed on
personal growth and
vision. Readings in printmaking history and criticism will complement
studio work. Prerequisite: AR105 and 106 or 133; recommended: AR223,
224. May be taken for credit three times with permission of instructor.
Lab fee: $65 K. Leavitt
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108. LIFE MODELING: SCULPTURAL STUDY
OF THE HUMAN FORM 4
A study of the human figure through the medium of life modeling
in clay. Slide lectures dealing with contemporary as well
as traditional attitudes
toward the figure will complement studio activity and offer a perspective
on humankind's fascination with its own form. Initial course meetings
will deal with elementary concepts in wax and clay as they relate to
the figure. Students will be instructed in armature-building as well
as mould-making techniques; finished works will be cast in plaster or
bronze. (Fulfills arts requirement.) Lab fee: $80 J.
Cunningham
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251. ELEMENTARY SCULPTURE 4
Three-dimensional investigations utilizing casting, carving,
and metal processes. The student will be exposed to a variety
of materials such
as clay, wood, metal, stone, and wax. Prerequisite: AR107 or 132. Lab
fee: $65 J. Cunningham, J. Galt
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253. CARVING PROCESSES IN WOOD 4
An exploration of carving processes and concepts related to
wood in sculpture. Studio activity will concentrate on wood
carving. Slides and studio presentations
will provide the basis for study of the technical and historical development
of stone carving. Students will gain practical experience with drawing
as it relates to carving processes, conceptual thinking, and the realization
of three-dimensional form. Prerequisites: AR107 or 132 or permission
of instructor. Lab fee: $65 J. Cunningham
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352. ADVANCED SCULPTURE 4
A process oriented course emphasizing the development of individual
attitudes and involvements with three-dimensional form. The
techniques and materials
utilized will include casting, carving, metalworking, and plastics. Prerequisite:
AR251. May be taken for credit three times with permission of instructor.
Lab fee: $65 J. Cunningham,
J. Galt
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299. PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP IN STUDIO
ART 3 or 6
Internship opportunity for students who have completed their first year
and whose academic and cocurricular work has prepared them for professional
work related to the major. With faculty sponsorship and department approval,
students may design internships in studio assistance to professional
artists, in artist cooperatives, graphic design studios, advertising
design studios, galleries, museums, and printing houses, or in other
art-related projects. No more than three semester hours in any internship
may count toward the studio art major or minor. Prerequisites: three
courses in studio art. Non-liberal arts. No laboratory fee.
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358. ART FOR CHILDREN 4
Introduction to the basic art materials and techniques used
to teach concepts in elementary schools, museums, and other
educational settings
as related to children's needs, interests, and development. The role
of art in a humanities program will also be considered. Lab fee: $55 Doretta
Miller
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365, 366. ADVANCED STUDIO PROBLEMS 3,
3
Individual problems in a given discipline within the department:
i.e., painting, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, weaving, textiles,
graphics,
photography, etc. To qualify, the student must have completed the most
advanced 300-level course in an area. Offered in the studio, at a time
arranged by instructor, the student must petition for the course in spring
for fall semester, and in fall for spring semester. Special permission
forms available in the chair's office must be completed by the student,
signed by advisor, instructor, and chair, and returned to the Registrar's
Office by the dates indicated. Open to qualified junior and senior art
majors and other qualified juniors and seniors. Permission of instructor
and department chair are required. Lab fee: courses carry the fee as
noted in the individual course description. May be repeated either in
a given discipline or more than once. Studio Art
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371, 372. INDEPENDENT STUDY 3,3
Individual work in a given discipline, in most cases following
its AR366 level of sequence. Open to senior art majors and
other qualified seniors.
Permission of instructor and department chair is required. Lab fee: courses
carry the fee as noted in the individual course description. Studio
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399. PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP IN STUDIO
ART 3, 6, or 9
Professional experience at an advanced level for juniors and seniors
with substantial academic and cocurricular experience in the major. With
faculty sponsorship and department approval, students may design internships
in studio assistance to professional artists, in artist cooperatives,
graphic design studios, advertising design studios, galleries, museums,
and printing houses, or in other art-related projects. Open to junior
and senior majors and minors. No more than three semester hours in any
internship may count toward the studio art major or minor. Non-liberal
arts. No laboratory fee.
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361. ART AND SOCIETY 3
An examination of how the visual arts are defined, funded,
displayed, and make available to the public. This course
will explore the role of
artists in contemporary cultures and will investigate information about
artists' education, resources, opportunities, and the skills required
for professional development. Open to juniors and seniors or by permission
of instructor. Doretta
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375. CURRENT ISSUES IN ART 3
A lecture-discussion course open to junior and senior art majors
working in any media. With group critiques of student work
as the central focus,
the seminar explores individual work, processes, methodology, and other
areas of individual or group interest. Slide presentations, lectures,
oral reports, and visits to galleries and artists' studios provide a
context for the student critiques and introduce historical, social, literary,
and aesthetic perspectives related to developments in the visual arts. Margo Mensing
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