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Contemporary Drawing Concepts and Methodologies |
| Prerequisite |
ART 203H or ART 203C or ART 203D or ART 203E |
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| Description |
Emphasis on interdisciplinary and multi-media approaches to drawing. The boundaries of "drawing" will be pushed. Non-representational and representational subjects explored. May be repeated for up to 8 credits. |
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Technical Ceramics |
| Prerequisite |
ART 203A |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
Explores the fundamentals of glaze and clay chemistry with an emphasis on glaze development and coloration. Students also investigate firing theory, image transfers, mold making and slip casting. Students may take 303A, 304A, and 305A in any order. |
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Painting: Abstract and Mixed Media |
| Prerequisite |
ART 303C |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
Emphasis on the historical, theoretical and conceptual development of abstraction. Further understand color theory, elements of art and principles of design as basics for abstraction. Personal subject matters will include landscape, human figure, architectural, interior space or non-objective.
Students may take ART 304c and 305c in any order.
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Printmaking: Planographic and Digital Applications |
| Prerequisite |
ART 203D |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
Students will explore an intermediate level of printmaking focusing on expanded techniques in lithography, screen-print, and digital applications. Assignments will allow students to incorporate other techniques and concepts of their choosing, but at least, in part, will address lithography, screen-print, and digitally-based printmaking in contemporary and historical applications. |
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Sculpture: Concepts in Materiality |
| Prerequisite |
ART 203E |
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| Description |
This course will explore the use of materials and making processes to realize a finished work of art. There will be an exploration of the conceptual, formal, and poetic implications of different materials in art-making. |
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Untrue Narrative |
| Prerequisite |
ART 203F |
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| Description |
This course is dedicated to the deconstruction of photography as a truthful medium through the use of fabricated narratives. Explores notions of self-contained narratives, as well as, linear and nonlinear visual storytelling in photography. |
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Sequential Art |
| Prerequisite |
ART 203H or ART 203D or ART 203C or ART 203L or GDES 203 |
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| Description |
This course investigates strategies for visual storytelling. Students will explore both traditional and contemporary two-dimensional media. May be repeated for up to 8 credits. |
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Digital Illustration |
| Prerequisite |
ART 203H or ART 203L or ART 203C |
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| Description |
This course addresses the tools and techniques of producing digital illustrations. Students will learn the use of appropriate software and hardware to create digital and hybrid hand-drawn/digital illustrations. |
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Ceramics Studio |
| Prerequisite |
ART 303A ART 304A |
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| Description |
Assignments, readings and individual contracts are employed encouraging students to seek their own voice and direction in ceramics, preparing them to continue as active individually expressive artists after graduation. |
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Painting: Watercolor |
| Prerequisite |
ART 203C |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
Watercolor Media Painting, an intermediate course emphasizes on experiencing in the basic techniques of watercolor and also introducing a variety of experimental approaches. Student will work toward a high degree of personal expression and to investigate ideas which occur during the course of study. Slide lecture, demonstration and class discussion is utilized; instruction is based on both structured class and an individual project research assignment. Students may take 303C, 304c, 305c and 306c in any order.
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| Title |
Experimental Printmaking Methods |
| Prerequisite |
ART 203D |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
This course focuses on concepts and applications of printmaking methodologies. The concepts in this semester will explore printmaking substrates, printmaking materials, time-oriented work, public and space considerations with regards to printmaking issues in contemporary art. This course will allow for cross-over between disciplines such as ceramics, sculpture, time-based media, theater and/or video. |
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| Title |
Concepts in Contemporary Sculpture |
| Prerequisite |
ART 203E |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
This is studio class that will have lectures that address major issues in contemporary sculpture. Students will explore these issues in their own making practice. |
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| Title |
Identity in Photography |
| Prerequisite |
ART 203F |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
This course is dedicated to the continued exploration of the conceptual and practical aspects of both black and white and color photography with an emphasis on self-portraiture as a means of deconstructing concepts of identity. |
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Pottery: Principles of Production and Design |
| Lasc Area |
Goal 6 |
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| Description |
This course is designed for non-art majors interested in exploring the creative process and how the art and craft fields approach creativity, production and problem solving. Students will gain a basic understanding of the fundamental production methods employed in the creation of ceramic pottery as well as foundational design principles and creative decision making processes. MnTC Goal 6. |
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Philosophy of the Arts |
| Lasc Area |
Goal 6 |
| Course Outline |
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| Writing Intensive |
Yes |
| Description |
Philosophical questions in fine arts. Topics include the nature of art and aesthetic experience and criticism. Same as PHIL 320. MnTC Goal 6. |
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| Title |
Introduction to Art Therapy |
| Prerequisite |
PSY 113 PSY 202 ART 101 ART 125 |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
This course will present an introductory experience to the creative process as visual expression using a variety of media and approaches to art therapy. This course will introduce art therapy history, theory, principles and practice. Students will explore the professional field and ethical issues related to art therapy. Cross listed with PSY 325. |
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| Title |
Non-Western Art |
| Prerequisite |
ART 233 ART 234 |
| Course Outline |
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| Description |
Survey of the principal art forms of Non-Western cultures, with emphasis on their cultural and philosophical context. Topics vary, but may include consideration of the art forms of Africa, Oceania, Pre-Columbian America, as well as India, China and Japan. |
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| Title |
Art of Social & Environmental Justice |
| Lasc Area |
Goal 9 |
| Course Outline |
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| Writing Intensive |
Yes |
| Description |
This course explores the role of visual artists in imaging and contributing to a more socially just, inclusive, and environmentally ethical world. It explores the works of artists and communities who utilize visual art to both catalyze tangible change and activate awareness around social, environmental, and animal justice. MnTC Goal 9. |
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Methods and Materials: Art for the Elementary Classroom |
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Students investigate materials and techniques for creating meaningful expression in the visual arts. Theoretical topics include: developmental stages of children's art making, lesson planning, curriculum development, assessment, organizing museum/gallery experiences for children and integrating art into the elementary curriculum. |
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| Title |
Art Methods 7-12 |
| Prerequisite |
ART 101 and ART 102 and ART 125 and ART 350 |
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| Writing Intensive |
Yes |
| Description |
A preparatory course for art teachers, required for students majoring in Art Education. The course focuses on current practices in secondary art education, curriculum development, DBAE lesson planning, classroom management, assessment, and application of Minnesota and National Standards for learning in the Visual Arts. |
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