C059. Introduction to Visual Language, Design (3 s.h.) F S. Core: AR.

A foundation course in design focusing on the principles, elements, and technical processes for visual understanding and creative expression.

C069. Introduction to Visual Language, Drawing (3 s.h.) F S SS. Core: AR. $.

A foundation course in drawing focusing on drawing techniques, conceptual development, and the use of elements of design for creative expression.

X069/X099. Introduction to Visual Language, Drawing (3 s.h.) F S. Core: AR and WI. $.

A writing-intensive course in drawing focusing primarily on learning to see by distinguishing between sensation and perception, with attention to conceptual development and the use of elements of design for creative expression.

Note: Main campus only. X099 is the Honors version.

C079. Introduction to Visual Language, Painting (3 s.h.) F S SS. Core: AR. $.

A foundation course in painting focusing on painting techniques, conceptual development, and the use of elements of design for creative expression.

C089. Introduction to Visual Language, 3-D Design (3 s.h.) F S. Core: AR. $.

A foundation course in 3-D design focusing on the principles, elements, and technical processes for visual understanding and creative expression.

0118. Painting II (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

Prerequisite: Art C079.

A course in oil painting that builds on the ideas introduced in C079 with emphasis on conceptual and technical growth.

Note: This course is required for Art majors.

0119, 0120. Painting Workshop (3 s.h. each course) F S SS. $.

Prerequisite: Art C079 and 0118.

Painting for the advanced student emphasizing individual instruction.

0122. 3-D Structures (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art C089.

Three-dimensional design theory and practice through construction techniques in wood and other materials. Emphasis on conceptual growth.

Note: Main Campus only.

0131. Relief Printmaking I (3 s.h.) F S. $.

An introduction to basic relief printmaking, black/white and color, in wood, linoleum, metal, and various other materials.

Note: Main Campus only.

0136. Lithography (3 s.h.) F S. $.

An introduction to drawing, painting, photographic, and digital printmaking techniques, processes, and image development, black/white and color on limestone.

Note: Main Campus only.

0140. Drawing II (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

Prerequisite: Art C069.

Figurative painting in pastel coupled with basic drawing approaches and techniques.

0143, 0144. Intermediate Drawing (3 s.h. each course) F S SS. $.

Prerequisite: Art C069 and 0140.

Drawing as an art form with emphasis upon disciplined draftsmanship and imaginative composition.

0145, 0146. Drawing Workshop I & II (3 s.h. each course) F S SS. $.

Prerequisite: Art C069, 0140, 0143 and 0145.

Continued drawing experience in a variety of media.

0153, 0154. Painting on Paper I & II (3 s.h. each course) F S.

Prerequisite: Art 0153.

Traditional and contemporary approaches to painting with watercolor and gouache.

0155. Introduction to Landscape Painting (3 s.h.) SS.

This course introduces students to the rich traditions of painting outdoors. Focus will be on water-based medium.

Note: Summer only. Ambler Campus only.

0156. Advanced Landscape Painting (3 s.h.) SS.

Prerequisite: Art 0155.

For students with some painting and drawing background, the course emphasizes painting outdoors on the Ambler Campus.

Note: Summer only. Ambler campus only.

0157. Advanced Landscape Painting II (3 s.h.) SS.

Prerequisite: Art 0155 and Art 0156.

This upper level painting course contrasts traditional and nontraditional approaches to viewing the natural world. Students will be encouraged to think independently.

0159. Color Design (3 s.h.) F S.

Prerequisite: Art C059.

An introduction to color design theory and practice.

0160. Introduction to Computer Imaging (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

This course introduces students to the computer as an imaging tool. The emphasis is on extending one's image-making concepts and techniques while developing proficiency in PhotoShop, Illustrator, and QuarkXPress. This course is taught on a Mac-based platform.

0161. Intermediate Computer Imaging (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0160 with a C- or higher or transfer credit.

This course builds on a student's fundamental knowledge of PhotoShop, Illustrator, and QuarkXPress to further develop various methods of working in the digital domain, including the integration of computer imaging with traditional media. This course is taught on a Mac-based platform.

0165. Introduction to Internet Imaging (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0160 or Art 0188 with C- or higher or transfer credit.

An introductory course that explores the medium of digital imaging as presented on the internet. Applications such as PhotoShop, FireWorks, and Flash will be employed to create images, and DreamWeaver will be used to put them all together as web sites. The use of color tools such as digital cameras and scanners will also be taught.

0181. Basic Darkroom Photo B/W I (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

The student is expected to master the basic photographic skills quickly through the use of lecture/demonstration, critiques and independent lab and field work. The course then concentrates on the use of photography as a fine art medium.

0182. Basic Darkroom Photography B/W II (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0181.

A continued investigation of the use of photography as a fine art medium with emphasis on archival printing on fiber-based paper, sepia and selenium toning, and the development of a personal aesthetic supported by the use of sophisticated shooting and printing techniques.

0183. Intermediate Darkroom Photography (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0181 and 0182.

This upper level class involves the collection of aesthetic and technical tools, organized into a photographic vocabulary and the subsequent generation of a body of work that communicates a personal vision that ultimately evokes a meaningful response from an audience. Fiber-based papers, toners, and some unique aesthetic approach are required.

0184. Advanced Darkroom Photography (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0181, 0182 and 0183.

An upper level course that provides for a continuing evolution and clarification of the students' personal investigation with a focus on a special project using a unique means of presentation.

0186. Intro Hybrid Photography Contemporary Alternative Processes (3 s.h.) F. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0181,0188 and 0189.

This upper level course introduces a wide range of processes that integrate digital and darkroom techniques and aesthetics to produce work in this new genre of photography. The students must have experience with both darkroom and digital photography. Aesthetic problems are posed that use the formal characteristics of these special media to support image content to best advantage.

0187. Intermediate Hybrid Photography Contemporary Alternative Processes (3 s.h.) F. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0186, 0188 and 0189.

This upper level class extends the opportunity to study and develop the use of photographic media that integrate digital and darkroom processes and aesthetics to produce a meaningful body of work in this new genre of photography.The students must have experience with both darkroom and digital photography.

0188. Intro Digital Photography (3 s.h.) F S SS. $.

The basic principles of digital photography, including shooting with a digital camera, manipulating images within the computer, and printing to inkjet printers are taught. The course focuses on black & white photo, including duotones. Emphasis is placed on technical expertise, creative development, and an understanding of the potential of imaging software.

0189. Intermediate Digital Photography (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0188.

Continued studies in digital photography including the introduction of color photography and its relevant aesthetics, and the use of the web as a presentation medium. Emphasis is on conceptual growth through individual instruction.

0190. Introduction to Moving Images and Motion Graphics (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0188.

This course allows artists to use the medium of video to investigate their world. The technical end involves shooting digital video, transferring to computer, computer editing, post processing, sound editing and processing, and burning finished pieces to DVD. Students are also introduced to alternative ways of creating moving images using digital based animation software to investigate arts of motion graphics. The aesthetics are from the art world rather than the commercial, documentary, or Hollywood styles. Knowledge of computers for visual application is expected.

0191. Intermediate Moving Images and Motion Graphics (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0190.

This course provides the means for the continued use of digital video and sound to produce higher quality pieces with an expanded palette of techniques and aesthetics.

W192. Art Seminar (3 s.h.) F. Core: WI.

Prerequisite: Art C059, C069, C079, C089, 0140, 0159, and two printmaking courses.

The goal of this writing intensive upper-level studio course is to help the advanced student find his/her own voice through independent studio projects and writing assignments. The class will meet as a group and the instructor will also meet individually with students.

Note: Offered fall semester only.

0193-0196. Independent Study (3 s.h. each course) F S SS.

Prerequisite: Art C059, C069, 0118, 0140, 0159, and two printmaking courses.

These courses allow the student to explore an area of study that lies outside regular course offering, working independently although under the supervision of a faculty member. All proposals must be approved by the department chairperson.

0231. Relief Printmaking II (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0131.

Continued studies in relief processes including photographic and digital printmaking, with emphasis on conceptual growth and individual instruction.

Note: Main Campus only.

0236. Lithography II (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0136.

Continued studies in lithographic, photographic, and digital printmaking techniques, process and the introduction of color. Emphasis is on conceptual growth and individual instruction.

Note: Main Campus only.

0238. Digital Printmaking (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0131 or Art 0136.

This course integrates a variety of digital applications and the traditional printmaking processes of relief, intaglio and lithography. Emphasis is on creative growth and individual instruction. Printmaking experience is required and computer imaging experience is recommended.

0321, 0322. Advanced Printmaking (3 s.h. each course) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0131 and 0133, or Art 0132 and 0134, or Art 0135 and 0137, or Art 0136 and 138.

Exploration of advanced printmaking problems.

0323, 0324. Printmaking Workshop (3 s.h. each course) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0321 and 0322.

Studies in advanced printmaking with emphasis on individual instruction and the preparation of a portfolio.

0325, 0326. Advanced 3-D I & II (3 s.h. each course) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art C089 and 0122.

Workshop courses for students wishing to focus on advanced 3-D with emphasis on individual instruction.

0351. Field Internship (3 s.h.) F S SS.

This course offers experiential learning and hands-on training in student's field of choice.

Note: Special approval required.

0362. Advanced Computer Imaging (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0161 with a C- or higher or transfer credit.

An advanced course in which students pursue art projects of their own design using graphics and multimedia software. This course is taught on a Macintosh platform.

0381, 0382. Special Topics in Photography Advanced Photo Study I & II (3 s.h. each course) F S SS. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0181, 0182, 0183 and 0186 or 0190.

A course for the continued study of advanced photographic techniques and aesthetics. The student is expected to design a course of study (proposal required) that is particular to his or her own interests and that involves aspects of photography not available in the other course offerings. Work can be realized in either the darkroom or digital studio and must include unique techniques, aesthetics, and presentation.

0390. Advanced Digital Photography (3 s.h.) F S. $.

Prerequisite: Art 0188 and 0189.

Continued studies in digital photography. Emphasis is on conceptual growth through individual instruction. Advanced forms of presentation, including multiple prints, interactive images, and dynamic photographs are considered.