Art

Study of the basic concepts of visual art; appreciation of form and its elements through experimental work in various media and analysis of works of selected masters.

An introduction to pastel materials and techniques. Students will use basic art skills using vibrant colored chalks that are easy to blend and layer on paper. The subject matter will be landscapes and still lives.

The modes and manners of art expression from the prehistoric period to the art of Renaissance; consideration of the various factors that influenced the art of these periods; the part which art played in the development of these periods as exhibited in the museums of the metropolitan area.

The intellectual movement of the 17th century, known as the Age of Reason, and its influence on developments in art and society up to the present; includes extensively illustrated discussion of neoclassicism, romanticism, realism, and modernism. Emphasis on trends in art as they reflect and define broader social and cultural trends.

An introduction to the major European and American artists of the past century, their stylistic contributions and major works of art. The course will focus on the individual expression of each artist and how this expression reflected the rapid development of the 20th century. Representative artists include Van Gogh, Picasso, Cezanne, Matisse, Dali, and O’Keefe.

This course studies the art and culture of the East and of Africa, and the native arts of the Pacific Islands and the Americas, in an attempt to understand the artistic traditions of these communities and the occasion, purpose, and ideas that influenced the artist. The course will focus on architecture, sculpture, and painting, along with ceramic, textiles, and metalwork.

This course locates and examines the underestimated or ignored accomplishments of women artists. Women’s positions as subjects/ objects will also figure prominently in the discourse. At the same time, the class explores the meaning and nature of art through the discussion of the inextricable triumvirate of class, gender, and race.

This course takes the student on a visual journey of Spain’s artistic heritage left by its numerous invaders such as the Romans and the Moors. It provides a psychological journey into its mystical soul, as portrayed through the art of El Greco, Velazquez, Goya and Picasso. The unique modernist architecture of Antonio Gaudi will be examined as a syncretic expression of everything that is Spanish.

Students will learn the basics of mosaic history, design, layout, and tile-setting techniques. The course discusses the evolution of mosaic art from Greco-Roman times to the present and will examine the various tools, adhesives, and grout used in this style. Students will create their own small-scale projects. No previous experience is necessary.

This is a studio-based course that introduces students to drawing the elements of the human figure and develop observational drawing skills by investigating proportion, form and gesture. Coursework will include direct observation and subsequent drawings from the model with emphasis on achieving correct form and proportions. Other figurative subjects (models, mannequins, etc.) will also be used as references for drawing.

A fundamental course in freehand drawing that introduces students to the basic vocabulary of the language of drawing, which include arranging a composition, form, volume, light and dark, line and mark making, and space. Various media will be used.

An introduction to various materials. techniques, and conceptual methods in the 3-dimensional form. Includes carving, using found objects (assemblage), clay, mobiles (kinetic), wire (linear), and the creation of pieces that involve collaboration among several students.

Continuation of AR 332 with an expansion of ideas and the further development of sculpture skills.

Exploration of varied painting techniques; emphasis on individual creativity; application of color and composition to a variety of themes.

Continuation of AR 224 with an expansion of ideas and the further development of painting skills.

Concentrates on the essential techniques of transparent watercolor within a framework of basic picture making; consideration of fundamental problems of composition; introduction to basic approaches to drawing; instruction in presentation.

This course will explore the landscape motif “en plein air,” a French term meaning open air or outdoors, using acrylic paints. In addition to learning how to work outdoors, formal aspects of drawing and painting, such as composition, light and space, will be introduced. Areas covered will include the proper use of materials, color theory, preparing different painting surfaces, and how to mix colors. Examples of masters and contemporary landscape artists will be presented and discussed. A supply list will be given before the start of classes.

An introduction to printmaking, closely related to drawing & painting but unique because it allows the artist to create multiple originals from an inked surface. Hand pulled prints will be produced by using techniques such as linoleum relief, woodcut, & colored monotype media. Students engage in sequential learning experiences that encompass some art history, art criticism, aesthetics and production leading to the creation of an individual book.