Introduces concepts and visual imagery of Ancient, Classical, and Medieval cultures.

Introduces concepts and visual imagery from the Italian Renaissance through Postmodernism.

This course covers the history of photography, tracing its development from the 1830s in Europe to its current global prominence. Through readings, lectures, technical demonstrations, and creative projects, we analyze the medium’s social, scientific, aesthetic, and cultural impact. Students enhance their image analysis skills, examining the use of photographs in politics, advertising, and art. We explore the evolution of photographic technology and acquire specialized vocabulary. Students practice photography criticism and theory. Most coursework comprises creative projects in the photography studio and darkroom.

A topics course in art history. This course can be repeated for additional credits as long as the section topics are different. Check the online courses schedule for information about the topics currently scheduled to be taught. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor.

An exploration of the intellectual and artistic changes that occurred in Italy during the Renaissance. Students are guided to consider the Renaissance in its various manifestations, to grasp the larger ethical, theological, and artistic issues. Using this as background, the course also delves into the Baroque period, seeking understanding of the myriad changes and directions as shifts come to Italy but also France, England, and the Low Countries. Prerequisite: ARTH 170 and/or ARTH 171 are recommended

This course centers around the developments in European art during the 19th century. Prerequisite: ARTH 170 and/or ARTH 171 are recommended

This course examines the changes in art, that is, the changes in how cultural values were reflected in the built environment (architecture) and the fine arts, over the course of American history from the founding to today. Students consider the merits of those changes in values and what effect they have for contemporary American art and culture. Prerequisite: ARTH 170 and/or ARTH 171 are recommended

An introduction to aesthetics as a theoretical discipline in its own right, a discipline concerned with the nature of representation and thus with beauty and art. The course focuses in particular on issues of aesthetics and visual representation; the relationship between visual arts, literature, and other art forms; the efficacy of aesthetic theory as a mode of reading and interpretation. The class explores these issues in relation to specific works of visual art, film, and literature. Cross-listed as PHIL 389.

Students study the history of buildings from Ancient Egypt to European Modernism of the 20th century and explore the values expressed through building. Prerequisite: ARTH 170 and/or ARTH 171 are recommended

Students in this course examine current theory, criticism, and practice relevant to understanding and creating art in the contemporary world. Prerequisite: ARTH 170 or ARTH 171, one upper-level art history class, senior standing or consent of instructor

A topics course in art history. This course can be repeated for additional credits as long as the section topics are different. Check the online course schedule for information about the topics currently scheduled to be taught. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor

Students interested in an internship in art history should contact the department chair.

Students interested in independent studies in art history should contact the department chair.

This course introduces students to the process of creating three-dimensional works digitally using simple CAD programs and 3D printers, as well as a variety of materials and building processes. The student is taught the basics of traditional foundry casting methods and an introduction to the history of sculpture. There are technical demonstrations, group critiques, and written assignments.

An introduction to the fine art and craft of printmaking, the original "graphic design," this course introduces basic printmaking techniques including digital, relief, and monotype. Students use experimental methods to transfer their original designs to paper in the form of a print. The course includes an emphasis on the elements of design, craftsmanship, development of ideas, critical reflection, and research of historical and contemporary printmaking.

Artists have drawn since cave dwellers used charcoal to mark on the wall. Modern touchscreen technology enables a similarly direct drawing method. Each student uses a class-provided iPad or may use their own tablet. Classes visit diverse locations to draw figure, still lives, landscapes, and interiors. Lines, tones, colors, and layers are used to create complete perceptually based compositions. Artworks are projected and printed. Videos of the creative process are produced. Simple animation is explored. This course counts as one course in the drawing sequence. Prerequisite: ARTS 160

In this introductory photography course, students learn the skills of black and white film photography including how to successfully use a manual film camera, process black and white film, and produce gelatin silver prints. Digital scanning, editing, and archiving of film is also taught. In addition to these technical skills, students are introduced to the critical history of photography and the various formal and social issues that relate to photography as a visual art form. Group and individual critiques facilitate an understanding of photographic analysis and criticism.

An introductory course in Studio Art designed for students with little or no drawing skills that explores a range of media and methods. This may include charcoal, pencil, marker, collage, mixed media, printmaking, perceptual drawing, composition, narrative, and realism. Critiques develop visual literacy. This course is good preparation for any 200-level studio art course.

Artists have drawn since cave dwellers used charcoal to mark on the wall. Modern touchscreen technology enables a similarly direct drawing method. Each student uses a class-provided iPad or may use their own tablet. Classes visit diverse locations to draw figure, still lives, landscapes, and interiors. Lines, tones, colors, and layers are used to create complete perceptually based compositions. Artworks are projected and printed. Videos of the creative process are produced. Simple animation is explored. This course counts as one course in the drawing sequence. Prerequisite: ARTS 160

Students learn the concepts of how to create the illusion of depth on a two-dimensional surface. Prerequisite: ARTS 160

Students create large drawings of the nude figure working from life and Old Masters. Prerequisite: ARTS 160

Artists have drawn since cave dwellers used charcoal to mark on the wall. Modern touchscreen technology enables a similarly direct drawing method. Each student uses a class-provided iPad or may use their own tablet. Classes visit diverse locations to draw figure, still lives, landscapes, and interiors. Lines, tones, colors, and layers are used to create complete perceptually based compositions. Artworks are projected and printed. Videos of the creative process are produced. Simple animation is explored. This course counts as one course in the drawing sequence. Prerequisites: Any 200 level Drawing class

Students learn the concepts of how to create the illusion of depth on a two-dimensional surface. Prerequisite: ARTS 261 or ARTS 262

Students create large drawings of the nude figure working from life and Old Masters. Prerequisite: ARTS 261 or ARTS 262

Introduction to the techniques and concepts of ceramic sculpture and functional ceramics.

This course introduces students to the process of creating three-dimensional works digitally using simple CAD programs and 3D printers, as well as a variety of materials and building processes. The student is taught the basics of traditional foundry casting methods and an introduction to the history of sculpture. There are technical demonstrations, group critiques, and written assignments.

As a continuation of the beginning class, this course is a more intensive study of creative problem-solving in 3-dimensional art using a variety of materials and processes. It includes more self-directed studio projects, research assignments, group critiques, and individual attention from the instructor. Prerequisite: ARTS 210

This course emphasizes independent thought and personal conceptual development. The range of processes open to students is much broader and instruction follows the students' interests. Prerequisite: ARTS 310

Students paint nudes, still lives, and interiors in oil to explore shape, value and compositional structure. Prerequisite: ARTS 160

Students work outside in the landscape in oil to explore shape, value and compositional structure. Prerequisite: ARTS 160

This course explores the historic progression of painting techniques, from cave painting, to encaustic (Greek), to egg tempera (Medieval), to oil glazes (Renaissance). Students make paint from scratch, copy historic pieces, and produce original works.

This course explores color phenomenon and is largely based on Alber's famous 1963 book "The Interaction of Color." Students work with hand-painted collage paper and directly with oil to conduct perceptual color experiments and make still lives and nudes. Prerequisite: ARTS 160

Students paint nudes, still lives, and interiors in oil to explore shape, value and compositional structure. Prerequisite: ARTS 200, ARTS 201, ARTS 202 or ARTS 203

Students work outside in the landscape in oil to explore shape, value and compositional structure. Prerequisite: ARTS 200, ARTS 201, ARTS 202, or ARTS 203

This course explores the historic progression of painting techniques, from cave painting, to encaustic (Greek), to egg tempera (Medieval), to oil glazes (Renaissance). Students make paint from scratch, copy historic pieces, and produce original works. Prerequisites: ARTS 200, ARTS 201, ARTS 202, or ARTS 203

This course explores color phenomenon and is largely based on Alber's famous 1963 book "The Interaction of Color." Students work with hand-painted collage paper and directly with oil to conduct perceptual color experiments and make still lives and nudes. Prerequisite: ARTS 200, ARTS 201, ARTS 202, or ARTS 203

Students create very large paintings of figures in complicated theme based environments that they design as a group. Prerequisites: ARTS 200, ARTS 201, ARTS 202, or ARTS 203

Students create very large paintings of figures in complicated theme based environments that they design as a group. Prerequisites: ARTS 300, ARTS 301, ARTS 302, ARTS 303 or ARTS 304

In this introductory photography course, students learn the skills of black and white film photography including how to successfully use a manual film camera, process black and white film, and produce gelatin silver prints. Digital scanning, editing, and archiving of film is also taught. In addition to these technical skills, students are introduced to the critical history of photography and the various formal and social issues that relate to photography as a visual art form. Group and individual critiques facilitate an understanding of photographic analysis and criticism.

This course is designed for students who have completed Beginning Photography and have a good mastery of 35mm shooting, developing, and printing. The student learns medium format and is exposed to advanced skills of black and white photography, focusing on photographic practice as an art medium. Group and individual critiques facilitate an understanding of photographic analysis and criticism. Prerequisite: ARTS 250

This course is designed for students who have completed Beginning Photography and Intermediate Photography and have a refined mastery of 35mm and medium format shooting, developing, and printing. The course consists of lectures, demonstrations, and outside assignments. Students learn advanced photographic techniques and some alternative photographic procedures. Having been given assignments for the beginning and intermediate courses, students work toward a unique body of work, the emphasis being placed upon the development of ideas relevant to the individual student's interests. Prerequisite: ARTS 350

This course is designed for students who have completed Beginning photography and have a good sense of the silver process. Students learn several alternative photographic techniques, including the use of digital tools, and how to use these processes in their personal work. Emphasis is placed upon the development of solid contextual ideas with image and object making and a solid working knowledge of alternative processes. Prerequisite: ARTS 250

An introduction to the fine art and craft of printmaking, the original "graphic design," this course introduces basic printmaking techniques including digital, relief, and monotype. Students use experimental methods to transfer their original designs to paper in the form of a print. The course includes an emphasis on the elements of design, craftsmanship, development of ideas, critical reflection, and research of historical and contemporary printmaking.

In this course students expand their knowledge of basic printmaking and design by studying intaglio, lithographic and digital processes. Students grow their visual vocabulary and command of the craft by producing several print editions. The course includes an emphasis on the elements of design, craftsmanship, development of ideas, critical reflection, and research of historical and contemporary printmaking. Prerequisite: ARTS 220 or consent of instructor

This course is designed for students who have completed the beginning and intermediate levels, and who want a deeper exploration of the techniques. Projects are student-driven. Consistent production and a high level of craftsmanship is expected. The course includes an emphasis on the elements of design, craftsmanship, development of ideas, critical reflection, and research of historical and contemporary printmaking. Prerequisite: ARTS 320 or consent of the instructor

A topics course in studio art. This course can be repeated for additional credits as long as the section topics are different. Recent section topics include Painting Materials and Technology, Art Furniture, Printmaking, and Digital Drawing. Check the online course schedule for information about the topics currently scheduled to be taught. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor

A topics course in studio art. This course can be repeated for additional credits as long as the section topics are different. Recent section topics include Documentary, Drawing for Personal Vision, Printmaking-Mixed Media, Advanced Sculpture and Ceramics, and Digital Drawing. Check the online course schedule for information about the topics currently scheduled to be taught. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor

Students work on an individual basis to develop their own vision as artists. Group critiques are scheduled regularly. The function of Practicum is to produce works to be exhibited in the Senior Show. Students create a professional quality slide portfolio complete with artist statement and resume. Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of the instructor

Students interested in an internship in studio art should contact the department chair.

Students interested in independent studies in art should contact the department chair.