Art Information | Art Programs | Art Courses
LOWER DIVISION
10. Art Matrix (1)
Participation in art and design exhibitions, openings, lectures and special events.
Required of art majors. Must be repeated to a maximum of 5 units in different semesters. These units do not count toward graduation. Credit/No Credit grading.
110. Introduction to the Visual Arts (3)
Prerequisite or corequisite: A General Education Foundation class.
Exploration of meanings, purposes, styles, materials and forms of art and architecture. Multicultural perspective. Development of awareness through examination and comparison of art and artifacts, past and present.
130. Foundation Two-Dimensional (3)
Introduction to, and exploration of, basic principles, components and terminology of two-dimensional design. Students apply these in problem solving exercises to develop a working vocabulary of those fundamental visual elements and relationships applicable to all forms of visually creative endeavor.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
131. Foundation Three Dimensional (3)
Investigation and problems in the organization of three-dimensional phenomena.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
141. Basic Photography (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181.
A beginning course to familiarize students with the fundamentals of black and white photography. Units pertaining to cameras, darkroom techniques, photographic vision and critical issues.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
149. Introduction to Computer Art (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130.
Introduction to basic operating characteristics of computer and project-based creative exploration of major art-related software programs such as Illustrator, Photoshop QuarkXpress, Painter, Dimensions, etc., exposure to research and connectivity capabilities
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 349A. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
151A. Beginning Ceramics: Handbuilding (3)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 131.
Introduction to ceramics as an art making material using handbuilding techniques such as slab, coil, and molding, including glazing and processes.
(6 hrs. lab.) (CAN ART 6) Letter grade only (A-F).
151B. Beginning Ceramics: Wheel Throwing (3)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 131.
Introduction to ceramics as art making material emphasizing the use of the potters wheel to develop forms. Includes glazing and firing.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
161. Foundation Life Sculpture (3)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 131,181, or consent of instructor.
Modeling from the human figure with emphasis on composition.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
181. Foundation Drawing (3)
Introduction to drawing with emphasis on perspective, light, shadow, and volume in composition using a variety of media.
(6 hrs. lab.) (CAN ART 8) Letter grade only (A-F).
184. Foundation Life Drawing (3)
Prerequisites: ART 181.
Introduction to drawing from the human figure.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
187. Foundation Painting (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181.
Introduction to painting problems using opaque media.
(6 hrs. lab.) (CAN ART 10) Letter grade only (A-F).
221. Shop Orientation (1)
Familiarity with student workshop facilities, specific instruction on safety procedures and methods in use of tools and equipment. Safety lectures and technical demonstrations followed by hands-on experience. Projects familiarize students with machinery and facilitate the acquisition of basic woodworking skills.
Credit/No Credit grading only. (2 activity hours)
223. Lettering-Typography (3)
Prerequisite: ART 181, 130.
Introduction to historic and contemporary letterforms, with emphasis on recognition, construction and representation. Students apply design fundamentals to modification, combination and composition of existing typographic forms. Computers may be utilized.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
263. Beginning Sculpture (3)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 131, 181, or consent of instructor.
Principles of sculpture expressed through basic experiences in modeling, carving, construction and mold making.
(6 hrs lab) (CAN ART 12) Letter grade only (A-F).
271. Rendering (3)
Prerequisite: ART 181, 130.
Graphic visualization for convincing representation.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
Art Education
(ART 407 and 499P are acceptable for the M.A. with a specialization in Art Education.)
300. Art, Adolescence, and the Child
*301. Cross-Cultural Perspectives in Art Education
305. Art Disciplines and New Technology
*407. Art Practicum
412./512. Aesthetic Theories and Art Education
415. On-Site Studies in Art Education
*499P. Special Studies in Art Education
Art History
AH *307. Historiography in Art
AH *308. Western Art Theory and Criticism to the Mid-Nineteenth Century
AH *309. Western Art Theory and Criticism Mid-Nineteenth to Mid-Twentieth Century
AH *310. Western Art Theory and Criticism Mid-Twentieth Century to Present
AH *364. History of Ceramics 1900 to Present
AH *365. History of Prints and Drawings
AH 401./501. American Art to 1900
AH 402. The Rise of Landscape Painting
AH 408./508. Early Christian and Byzantine Art
AH 409./509. Romanesque Art
AH 410./510. Gothic Art
AH 411./511. History and Criticism of Photography
AH 416./516. Greek Art
AH 417./517. Roman Art
AH 423./523. Early Renaissance Art in Italy
AH 424./524. High Renaissance Art in Italy
AH 425./525. Northern Renaissance Painting
AH 426./526. Baroque Art in Spain, the Netherlands, and England
AH 427./527. Baroque Art in Italy, France, and Germany
AH 431./531. History of Museums and Exhibitions
AH 430./530. Museum Practices
AH 436./536. Neo-Classicism to Romanticism, 1789-1850
AH 437./537. Impressionism to Post-Impressionism, 1850-1900
AH 438./538. Twentieth Century Art to 1945
AH 439./539. Twentieth Century Art from 1945
AH 440. Art and Society
AH 455./555. Traditional Art of Africa: A Thematic Approach
AH 456./556. American Indian Art: Western Perspectives
AH 457./557. Pre-Columbian Art
AH 458./558. Modern Latin American Art
AH 459./559. Contemporary Latin American Art
AH 465./565. Ancient Art of the Near East
AH 466./566. Buddhist Art of India and S.E. Asia
AH 467./567. Hindu and Islamic Art of India
AH 468./568. Early Chinese Art
AH 469./569. Later Chinese Art
AH 470A./570A. Japanese Buddhist Art to 1500
AH 470B./570B. Japanese Art 1500-1868
AH 471A. Modern Japanese Graphic Art
AH 471B. Modern Japanese Plastic Art
AH 495. Independent Study In Art History
AH 496. Special Studies in Art History
AH 497./597. Seminar in Art History
AH 498. Special Topics in Art History
AH 499Q. Special Studies in Museum Studies
Ceramics
*341A. Intermediate Ceramics: Handbuilding
*341B. Intermediate Ceramics: Wheel Throwing
*343A. Ceramics Sculpture
*343B. Advanced Wheel Throwing
*352A. Ceramics: Glaze Technology
*352B. Ceramics Plaster Shop
*451A-B. Advanced Ceramics
453./573. Seminar in Ceramic Arts
491A. Ceramics: Senior Project
*499A. Special Studies in Ceramics
Drawing and Painting
381. Intermediate Drawing
*383. Life Painting
384. Intermediate Life Drawing
*385. Watercolor Painting
*387. Painting
*388. Color Theory and Composition
*389. Materials and Craft of Drawing and Painting
*481. Advanced Drawing
*483. Advanced Life Painting
*484. Advanced Life Drawing
*487. Advanced Painting
*492F. Concentrated Studies in Life Drawing
*492G. Concentrated Studies in Abstract Painting
*492Z. Concentrated Studies in Life Painting
*499D. Special Studies in Drawing
*499K. Special Studies in Painting
Fiber
*316. Surface Design
*317. Surface Design
*328A. Fiber: Sculpture
*328B. Fiber: Sculpture
*428A-B. Weaving
*430. Fiber: Papermaking and Artist Books
*432. Fiber: Advanced
491B. 3-D Media -:Senior Project
*499N. Special Studies in Fiber
Graphic Design (Visual Communications)
318. Typographic Design
*322A-B. Visual Communication Design
*323. Visual Communication Design/Production
*324. Visual Communication Design/Portfolio Preparation
*325. Packaging Design
*326. Computer Graphics
*329. Advertising Design
*331. Visual Communications Design/Concept Development
*386A-B. New Media Design
*420. Visual Communication Design Workshop
*422A-B. Advanced Visual Communications Design
*442. Internship in Visual Communications
*486. Advanced New Media Design
*499S. Special Studies in Visual Communications Design
Illustration and Biomedical Art
*371A-B. Illustration
*372. Anatomy for Artists
*373. Costumed Figure Drawing
*374A-B. Biomedical Rendering
*382. Production for Fine Arts
*471A./B. Advanced Illustration
472./572. Storyboarding for Film and Television
*482. Sequential Imagery
*499F. Special Studies in Illustration
Metal
*355. Enameling
*356. Jewelry Casting
*357A-B. Beginning Metals and Jewelry
*358A-B. Metalsmithing
*359A. Architectural Metalwork and Blacksmithing
*359B. Sculptural Metalwork
*458A,B. Advanced Metalsmithing/Jewelry and Enameling
491B. Senior Project
*499J. Special Studies in Metalsmithing and Jewelry
Museum Studies
AH *431. History of Museums and Exhibitions
AH *499Q. Special Studies in Museum Studies
Photography
*340. Intermediate Photography
*342A. Color Photography
*406A. Digital Imagery for the Arts
*406B. Advanced Digital Imagery for the Arts
414./514. Documentary Photography
*444. Fine Print Photography
*447. Photography Studio Specialties
*449. Experimental Practives in Photography
*473. Seminar in Photo-Based Art
491C. Photography – Senior Project
*499V. Special Studies in Art Photography
Printmaking
370. Printmaking
*376. Printmaking: Relief Printing
*377. Printmaking: Silkscreen
*378. Printmaking: Etching
*379. Printmaking: Lithography
*475. Printmaking: Photo Processes
*480. Printmaking: Monotype/Monoprint
491P. Printmaking: Senior Project
*499R. Special Studies in Printmaking
Sculpture
*360A. Intermediate Sculpture
*360B. Intermediate Sculpture
*361. Life Sculpture
*362A. Sculpture Foundry: Investment Casting
*362B. Sculpture: Molding and Reproduction
*363. Sculpture: Carving and Fabrication
436A./536A. Video Art
436B./536B. Video Art
*450A,B. Intermedia
*460A.,B. Advanced Sculpture
*461. Advanced Life Sculpture
*491F. Sculpture Senior Project
*499M. Special Studies in Life Sculpture
*499O. Special Studies in Studio Sculpture
Wood
*354A-B Wood
*454A-B. Handcrafted Furniture
491B. 3-D Media Fiber/Metal/Wood and Integrated Media: Senior Project
*499B. Special Studies in Wood
Art Courses (ART)
UPPER DIVISION
300. Art, Adolescence, and the Child (3)
Experiences in self-expression from the California Visual and Performing Arts Framework while addressing children’s artistic and aesthetic development. Following state content standards, students develop aesthetic perception, learn skills for talking about art, and gain understanding in historical and cultural contexts.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*301. Cross Cultural Perspectives in Art Education (3)
Prerequisites: Completion of 12 units of Art Foundation.
Theory and practice as understood in and across cultures. Application of the state content standards as written in the California Visual and Performing Arts Framework and reflecting racial, ethnic, linguistic, gender, sexual, cultural and cross-cultural perspectives.
(6 hrs. lab.) A minimum of 15 hours of community service learning required. Letter grade only (A-F).
305. Art Disciplines and New Technology (3)
Prerequisites: Completion of 12 units of Art Foundation.
Develops skills in making and talking about art through interrelating art production with art criticism, cultural-historical connections, and philosophical aesthetics. Emphasizes newer art forms and technology, including video and computer, providing additional approaches for the artist and art educator.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
309. Studio Art For Educators (3)
Examines studio art with educational practices. Concepts, methods, and evaluative techniques are explored within the production of artwork emphasizing art and education issues which impact one another in various educational settings following state content standards.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*316. Fiber: Pattern Design and Printing (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Variety of design concepts for both hand and commercial application of pattern to textiles and other surfaces. To include pattern system design, stamping, and silkscreen printing.
(6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
*317. Fiber: Textile Dyeing (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Variety of design concepts and processes to include chemical and antural dye technology with discharge, shibori, batik, and direct painting techniques.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 327B. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
318. Typographic Design (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 223; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C; or consent of instructor.
More complex design experiences with type families, exploration of combinations of display and text; development of logotypes and design of new typographic forms. Computers may be utilized.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
320. Practical and Theoretical Issues in the Visual Arts (3)
Focus on developments in art of 60s through present. Consideration of factors that shape the face of contemporary art. Includes lectures, slide presentations, screenings and guest lectures from artists.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 320A. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*322A,B. Visual Communication Design (3,3)
Prerequisites: For ART 322A: ART 130, 131, 181, 184, 187, 223 and 6 units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C. For ART 322B: ART 322A, 323.
Introductory and intermediate experiences in conceptualization, design and finalization of projects appropriate to the visual communication profession. Computers may be utilized.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
*323. Visual Communication Design/Production (3)
Prerequisites: Visual communications major or consent of instructor.
Computer-based introduction to design and production techniques for major printing processes from concept to digital finished art. Field trips, lectures, critiques.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
324. Visual Communication Design/Portfolio Preparation (3)
Prerequisites: ART 318, ART 322A, ART 331, ART 326.
Designed for pre-graphic design majors and art majors who will graduate with emphasis in graphic design. Students present new or revised class work for critiques to improve their portfolios. Only two pieces will be critiqued from each student during class session. Critiques include short lectures on portfolio preparation, individual and group critiques. All completed work will be reviewed at end of semester.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*325. Packaging Design (3)
Prerequisite: Visual Communications major or consent of instructor.
Materials, processes and the design of packaging.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
*326. Computer Graphics (3)
Prerequisites: ART 322A.
Entry level introduction to the graphics-oriented computer, emphasizing its potential as a visual communication design tool. Includes “hands on” exploration of the major software applications as related to layout, typography and illustration.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
*328A. Fiber: Sculpture (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Introductory course explores concepts and materials using non-loom textile techniques. Development from 2-D relief surface to full 3-D for. Basic fiber structures of stitching, wrapping, feltmaking, papermaking, and coiling introduced.
(6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
*328B. Fiber: Sculpture (3)
Prerequisites: ART 328A.
Designed to strengthen a working understanding on non-loom fiber structures. Eemphasis on development of personal expression within media.
(6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
*329. Advertising Design (3)
Prerequisites: ART 322A, 331, majors only.
Explores small space advertising, television, and outdoor billboards from the conceptual stage through comprehensive layouts.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*331. Visual Communications Design/Concept Development (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 187, 318, 322A; 6 units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Development of conceptual thinking and visual representational skills from thumbnail sketches to full size layouts covered. Emphasis on various approaches to problem solving in advertising and design. Corporate identity and page layout addressed.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*340. Intermediate Photography (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 141, 181, 184, 187; 6 units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
More advanced black and white darkroom and camera work. An introduction to the view camera as well as the development of a body of work.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*341A. Intermediate Ceramics: Handbuilding (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 151 A, 181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Design problems with handbuilt ceramic forms with emphasis on surface.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*341B. Intermediate Ceramics: Wheel Throwing (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 151 B, 181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Design problems with wheel-thrown ceramic forms with emphasis on surface.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*342A. Color Photography (3)
Prerequisite: ART 340.
Survey of current color materials and processes with emphasis on exposing, developing and printing. Contemporary approach to color photography will be stressed.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*343A. Ceramics Sculpture (3)
Prerequisites: ART 341A.
Advanced studies in ceramic sculpture.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*343B. Advanced Wheel Throwing (3)
Prerequisites: ART 341B.
Advanced studies in ceramic form employing the potters wheel.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*349. Computer Art (3)
Prerequisites: ART 149, six units from AH 113A, 113B, 111A, 111B, 111C.
Basic theory and hands-on use of microcomputers employing graphics in “Paint Programs” with color hardcopy output and animation production on video tape. Emphasis on computer graphic applications in students’ individual studio art disciplines.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 349B. (6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
*352A. Ceramics: Glaze Technology (3)
Prerequisite: ART 130, 131, 151A or 151B, 181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Nature of raw materials as they relate to the development of clay bodies and ceramic glazes.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*352B. Ceramics Plaster Shop (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 151A or 151B, 181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Use of plaster molds for making ceramic art including press molds, slip casting, and jiggering.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*354A. Introduction to Wood (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 221; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Introduction to tools, techniques, and concepts used in making of handcrafted wood objects. Basic shaping techniques of carving, joinery, and construction with intent of understanding character and language of wood.
(6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
*354B. Intermediate Wood (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 221; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Intermediate study of tools and processes of making complex wooden structures. Layout techniques, joinery methods, and non-rectilinear form are explored in greater detail.
(6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
*355. Enameling (3)
Techniques, materials, and concepts of enameling on metals. Introduction to tools and metalworking techniques associated with making enameled metal objects. Emphasis on exploration of characteristics of enamels and metals, stressing individual advancement of interest and expression.
Course fee required. May be repeated once for credit. (6 hrs. lab.) Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 355A. Letter grade only (A-F).
*356. Jewelry Casting (3)
Prerequisite: ART 130, 131, 181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C; or consent of instructor.
Design and creation of jewelry through lost-wax casting techniques and processes.
Course fee may be required. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. (6 hrs. lab.)
*357A-B. Beginning Metals and Jewelry (3-3)
Prerequisites: For ART 357A: ART 130, 131, 181, 187; six units from: AH 111A, 111B, 111C. For ART 357B: ART 357A.
Design and creation of jewelry.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*358A. Metalsmithing (3)
Prerequisites: ART 357A.
Design and creation of flatware and hollowware.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*358B. Metalsmithing (3)
Prerequisites: ART 357A.
Design and creation of flatware and hollowware.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*359A. Architectural Metalwork and Blacksmithing (3)
Prerequisite: ART 130, 131, 181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Techniques, materials and concepts of metal craft for developing art forms in larger scale and in architectural context. Hot forging and fabricating with ferrous metals. Basic techniques of cutting, forming, joining welding and surface design of metals. Making of tools.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*359B. Sculptural Metalwork (3)
Prerequisite: ART 130, 131, 181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Introduction to metalforming and construction techniques in the design and creation of sculptural form and composition in metal on an architectural scale.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*360A. Intermediate Sculpture (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 161, 181, 263; 6 units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C or consent of instructor.
Exploration and refinement in wide range of sculptural techniques and strategies. Introduction to installations and public work. Some work will be with time-based kinetic art. Course will include introduction to 3-D art theory.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*360B. Intermediate Sculpture (3)
Prerequisites: ART 360A or consent of instructor.
Exploration and refinement in a wide range of sculptural techniques and strategies. Introduction to installations and public work. Some work will be with time based kinetic art. Will include introduction to 3-D art theory.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*361. Life Sculpture (3)
Prerequisite: ART 130, 131, 161,181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Intensive study of the figure through individual student concepts. Mold and casting techniques and direct plaster parging.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*362A. Sculpture Foundry: Investment Casting (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 161, 181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Traditional lost wax techniques of casting non-ferrous metal. Wax formation and manipulation, gating theory and practice. Investment procedures, foundry management, metal casting, patination and tool making.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*362B. Sculpture: Molding and Reproduction (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 161, 181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Construction and use of flexible and plaster molds.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*363. Sculpture: Fabrication and Carving (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 161, 181, 263; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C, or consent of instructor.
Exploration of fabrication using a number of materials, such as metal, wood, fabric, and objects, along with carving techniques in both traditional and non-traditional materials. Emphasis will be on techniques, personal content, and form.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*370. Printmaking (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Studio course exploring a range of printmaking techniques and imagery, selected from the areas of etching, lithography, silkscreen, relief and monoprinting.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*371A,B. Illustration (3,3)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: For ART 371A: ART 130, 131, 181, 184, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C. For ART 371B: ART 223 and 271 as prerequisite or corequisites; 371A.
Editorial and advertising drawing, professional media, skills and techniques survey.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
*372. Anatomy for Artists (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 184; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Skeletal and muscle structure emphasizing the development of skill in depicting the human figure.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*373. Costumed Figure Drawing (3)
Prerequisites: ART 371A, 372; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Drawing from costumed models with props and controlled lighting. Emphasis on development of “staging.” Manipulation of composition, light, shadow, value, color, proportion, and scale are explored to achieve mood, gesture, drama, and attitudes related to human reactions, situations and character.
(6 hrs. lab.) Course fee may be required. Letter grade only (A-F).
*374A,B. Biomedical Rendering (3,3)
Prerequisite: ART 130, 184, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C; or consent of instructor.
Introduction to and practice in techniques of descriptive drawing and press reproduction of drawing. Emphasis on skill.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*376. Printmaking: Relief Printing (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Instruction in relief printing techniques and image development, including woodcut, wood engraving, linocut, collagraphs and alternative print surfaces. In black and white and color.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*377. Printmaking: Silkscreen (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Instruction in fine art screen printing techniques and image development, including resist, paper, film, emulsion and alternative stencil methods.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*378. Printmaking: Etching (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Instruction in intaglio printing techniques and image development, including etching, engraving, dry-point, aquatint and alternative platemaking methods. In black and white and color.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*379. Printmaking: Lithography (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Instruction in stone lithography techniques and image development, including crayon drawing, flats, washes, transfers and alternative drawing methods. In black and white and color.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
381. Intermediate Drawing (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Problems and concepts in drawing using a variety of media.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*382. Production for Fine Art (3)
Prerequisites: ART 223 or consent of instructor.
Exploration of printing and reproduction process related to needs of artist, illustrator, and museum professional. Introduction to skills and vocabulary necessary for preparation of art for print and electronic media. Emphasis on interaction with various commercial production professionals.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
*383. Life Painting (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Painting from the human figure with emphasis on representing form in space, structure, color, value, and composition.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*384. Intermediate Life Drawing (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Continued study in drawing from the human figure from direct observation.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*385. Watercolor Painting (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Nature and use of the watercolor media.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*386A. New Media, Motion Graphic Design (3)
Prerequisites: ART 326 or consent of instructor.
Basic theory and use of motion graphic software with emphasis on concept, theory, historical precedence, and aesthetics as relates to motion graphic design. Hands on approach to major motion graphic, and interactive software applications with focus on layout, typography, color, movement and animation.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
*386B. New Media, Web Design (3)
Prerequisites: ART 326 or consent of instructor.
Basic theory and use of web design software with emphasis on concept, theory, design, business practices, and aesthetics as it relates to web design. Hands on approach to major web and interactive software applications with focus on interactivity, typography, color, movement and animation.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
*387. Painting (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Problems and concepts in space, form, structure, color and content in studio painting.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*388. Color Theory and Composition (3) C7
Prerequisites: ART 130 and 6 units selected from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Focuses on visual and aesthetic interactions of color as pertains to painting. Utilizes theories of colorists such as Itten, Albers, Hofmann to study distinct color properties and functions. Combines lecture, demonstration, and critique with hands-on exploration, problem solving.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 182.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*389. Materials and Techniques of Drawing and Painting (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Theory and practice in the craft of drawing and painting.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
406A./506A. Digital Imagery for the Arts (3)
Prerequisites: ART 149, 340, or consent of instructor.
Examination of digital imaging through Adobe Photoshop software. Emphasis on relationship of digital imaging to photography. Variety of exercises sharpen skills and reveal new thinking strategies necessary for fluency in digital media. Concentration on theory of media and representation as well as individual projects.
(6 hrs lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
406B./506B. Advanced Digital Imagery for the Arts (3)
Prerequisites: ART 406A or 506A, 444.
Exploration of theory and practice of digital imaging and advanced techniques. Emphasis on multimedia and individual projects.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
*407. Art Practicum (3)
Prerequisite: Completion of 12 units of Art Foundation.
Attitude and skill development for production, evaluation, and appreciation of visual arts. Consideration for art processes and product in ethnically diverse societies. Inquiry methods of artists, critics, historians, and aestheticians examined for active learning. Art Education Bound Portfolio addressed.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
*412. Aesthetic Theories and Art Education (3)
Prerequisites: Completion of 12 units of Art Foundation.
Past and current philosophical writings of aestheticians, critics, artists, and art educators will be investigated with theoretical, practical, and cross-cultural implications for the arts educator.
Letter grade only (A-F).
414./514. Documentary Photography (3)
Prerequisites: ART 340, 444, or consent of instructor.
History, theory, practice, and production of still documentary photographic works with emphasis on the photograph as an instrument for social influence and change.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*415. On-Site Studies in Art Education (3)
Prerequisites: Completion of 12 units of Art Foundation.
Theory generated and practiced during study and participation at approved sites including The Art Workshop for Youth and Art to Schools Program. Consideration to state and national standards involving multifaceted, cross-cultural, and interdisciplinary experiences with art.
(6 hrs lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
*420. Visual Communication Design Workshop (3)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor and portfolio review; majors only.
On-campus design studio experience oriented toward development of printed portfolio-quality design work. Professional designer/art director environment with involvement in actual projects with clients, budgets and deadlines. Students responsible for all project phases from design to production, print supervision and completion.
May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
*422A,B. Advanced Visual Communications Design (3,3)
Prerequisites: For ART 422A: ART 322B, 323, 325. For ART 422B: ART 422A.
ART 422A involves advanced projects in computer-based design, typography, photographic modification and grid layout systems development.
ART 422B emphasizes advanced advertising design, art direction and campaign development for the advertising agency environment.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required for 422A.
*428A,B. Fiber: Woven Structures (3,3)
Prerequisites: For ART 428A: ART 130, 131, 181, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C. For ART 428B: ART 428A.
Techniques and materials of woven structural textile design with emphasis on personal expression with the contemporary idiom. To include loom and off-loom processes.
(6 hrs lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*430. Fiber: Papermaking and Artist Books (3)
Prerequisite: ART 328A.
Basic materials and techniques of papermaking and handmade artist books with an emphasis on concept and form development.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. (6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
*432. Fiber: Advanced (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 187 and 6 units chosen from ART 327, 328, 317, and 428A or 430).
Designed for the advanced Fiber students. Students will work on conceptual assignments using materials and media from a wide range of fiber processes of their choice. there will be some reading and group discussion assignments as well.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. (6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
436A./536A. Video Art (3)
Historical/theoretical and practical/technical introduction to digital video and other art practices involving digital media.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
436B./536B. Video Art (3)
Prerequisites: ART 436A.
Continuation of Art 436A. Advancement in historical/theoretical and practical/technical introduction to digital video and other art practices involving digital media.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
440./540. Art in Public Places: Theory and Practice (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, and 6 units of Art History selected from AH 111A, 111B, 111C, or by consent of instructor.
Exploration of media and strategies recently introduced to field of sculpture, including performance, installation, video, electronic media and other time-based media and mass media.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*442. Internship in Visual Communications (3)
Prerequisite: Visual Communications major or consent of instructor.
Student internship experience in selected studios, advertising agencies and in-house creative departments. Opportunity to work under supervision of professionals in the field for six hrs. per week.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.)
*444. Advanced Black and White Photography (3)
Prerequisite: ART 340.
Presentation of advanced printing techniques and darkroom skills. Includes printing chemistry, photographic papers and refined negative making as well as further exploration of the view camera.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*447. Photography Studio Specialties (3)
Prerequisites: ART 340, 444.
Designed to explore camera, laboratory techniques and professional practices as applied to studio work in photography.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*449. Experimental Practices In Photography (3)
Prerequisites: ART 340.
Course work to generate experimental solutions to conceptual problems. Emphasis placed on contemporary approaches to the photograph and the exploration of new ideas for the development of photographic art.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*450A. Intermedia (3)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 360A or consent of instructor.
Exploration of media and strategies recently introduced to field of sculpture, including performance, installation, video, electronic media and other time-based media and mass media.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*450B. Intermedia (3)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 360A, 450A or consent of instructor.
Continuation of 450A. Exploration of media and strategies recently introduced to the field of sculpture, including performance, installation, video, electronic media and other time-based media and mass media.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*451A-B. Advanced Ceramics (3-3)
Prerequisite: A: ART 343A or 343B. B: ART 451A.
Individual problems in ceramics.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*453. Seminar in Ceramic Arts (3)
Prerequisite: Senior Ceramics major or consent of instructor.
Critical analysis of work of historical and contemporary ceramic artists; the changing role of ceramic art as it becomes part of the contemporary art mainstream.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different artists in different semesters. Letter grade only (A-F).
*454A,B. Advanced Wood (3,3)
Prerequisites: ART 354A and 354B.
Development of individual problems and expression in creation of wooden art/craft structures. Emphasis on exploring personal expression through focused study of chosen techniques and discussion of related wood issues and aesthetics.
(6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
*458A,B. Advanced Metalsmithing/ Jewelry and Enameling (3,3)
Prerequisites: ART 357B, 358B or consent of instructor.
Individual problems in metalsmithing, jewelry, enameling and architectural metalwork and blacksmithing.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*460A. Advanced Sculpture (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 149 or 349, 161; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C, or consent of instructor.
Within problem-solving assignments, students work with media and content of choice, exploring new material. Utilizes strategies such as installations, site work, time-based art, and includes some theory and discussions on art-related issues.
(6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
*460B. Advanced Sculpture (3)
Prerequisites: ART 460A or consent of instructor.
Within problem-solving assignments, students work with media and content of choice, exploring new materia. Utilize strategies such as installations, site work, time-based art, includes some theory and discussions on art-related issues.
(6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
*461. Advanced Life Sculpture (3)
Prerequisites: ART 361, 362A and B.
Large-scale sculpture from the model emphasizing expressive content. Work in clay and plaster, armature and stand construction, oil-clay formulation and advanced moldmaking techniques.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*471A,B. Advanced Illustration (3,3)
Prequesites: For ART 471A: ART 371B: For ART 471B: ART 471A.
Illustraton in part from live models.
ART 471B is open only to students in the Illustration option. Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
472./572. Storyboarding for Film and Television (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 271 or consent of instructor.
Storyboarding for television commercials and feature films. Focuses on sequential structure of film including pacing and continuity related to storytelling. Includes discussion of camera movement, uses of storyboards, emphasis on drawing skills needed to visually communicate ideas for entertainment industry.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
473./573. Seminar in Photo-Based Art (3)
Prerequisite: Advanced standing in Photography or consent of instructor.
Critical analysis of work by contemporary photo-based artists and investigation of relevant theoretical issues.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with rotating topics in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*475. Printmaking: Photo and Digital Processes (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 141, or 149, 181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Instruction in the photo printmaking processes for lithography, etching, and silkscreen using digital and analog techniques to explore photographic and non-photographic imagery.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
480./580. Printmaking: Monotype/Monoprint (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181,184, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Instruction in all aspects of monotype and monoprint form of printmaking as expansive medium capable of diverse applications and linkages with other procedures and disciplines. Emphasis on extension and refinement of individual expression. Black and white and color.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*481. Advanced Drawing (3)
Prerequisite: ART 381.
Advanced problems and concepts in drawing designed to explore modes of representation and issues pertaining to contemporary drawing.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*482. Sequential Imagery (3)
Prerequisites: ART 223.
Concept of book or magazine (electronic or print) as art form. Image/word relationship within context of sequential aesthetics. Editorial and visual issues of pacing, continuity, and closure.
(6 hrs. lab.) Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 382B. Letter grade only (A-F).
*483. Advanced Life Painting (3)
Prerequisite: ART 383.
Continued study in painting from the human figure with emphasis on pictorial structure, color and individual expression.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*484. Advanced Life Drawing (3)
Prerequisite: ART 384.
Continued study in drawing the human figure from observation with emphasis on structure, form and composition, as well as individual expression.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*486. Advanced New Media Design (3)
Prerequisites: ART 386 A or 386B or consent of instructor.
Advanced application/design within new media environments. Emphasis on advanced knowledge of software, attention to concept/aesthetics as it relates to interactive design. Hands-on /research based approach to exploration of major motion graphic, web-based and interactive software applications.
*487. Advanced Painting (3)
Prerequisite: ART 387.
Continued study in studio painting, exploring advanced modes of pictorial structure with emphasis on individual expression.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*489. Special Topics in Visual Art (1-3)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Topics of current interest in the visual arts will be selected for intensive study.
May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units with different topics. Topics will be announced in the Schedule of Classes.
491A. Ceramics: Senior Project (1)
Prerequisite: ART 451A or 451B or consent of instructor.
Planning, preparation, completion, and photographic slide documentation of a creative exhibition and written thesis as approved by faculty.
Should be taken in last semester before graduation. Required of all BFA ceramics majors. Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units.
491B. 3-D Media-Senior Project (1)
Prerequisite: 3-D Media major or consent of instructor.
Organizing, completing, and photographing (35mm slides) a creative exhibition of their work. Exhibition culminates with written thesis with faculty approval.
Should be taken in the last semester before graduation. Required of all 3-D Fiber, Wood, Metal and Integrated Media majors. Credit/No Credit grading only. May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units in the same semester.
491C. Photography – Senior Project (1) F,S
Planning, preparation, completion, and photographic slide documentation of a creative exhibition and written thesis as approved by faculty.
Should be taken in the last semester before graduation. Required of all Photography majors. Credit/No Credit grading only. May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units.
491F. Sculpture Senior Project (1)
Prerequisites: Senior Sculpture major; consent of instructor.
Students will complete their work, organize an exhibition and write an Artist’s Statement.
Required by all Sculpture majors. Should be taken in the final semester of a student’s BFA program. Credit/No Credit grading only.
491G. Drawing and Painting: Senior Project (1)
Exhibition of a cohesive body of work evidencing advanced study in Drawing and Painting. Planning, preparation, completion and photographic slide documentation of creative exhibition. Written project report and artist statement as approved by faculty.
Should be taken in the last semester before graduation. Required of all Drawing and Painting majors. Credit/No Credit grading only. May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units.
491P. Printmaking: Senior Project (1)
Planning, preparation, completion, and photographic slide documentation of a creative exhibition and a written expanded artist’s statement as approved by faculty.
Should be taken in the last semester before graduation. Required of al Printmaking majors. Credit/No Credit grading only. May be repeated to a maximum of 2 units.
*492F. Concentrated Studies in Life Drawing (3)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 384 or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in life drawing.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*492G. Concentrated Studies in Abstract Painting (3)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 387 or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in abstract and nonobjective painting and drawing.
May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
492Z./592Z. Concentrated Studies in Life Painting (3)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 383 or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in painting the human figure. A more open relationship in attitudes and processes of working from the figure in class and total self-direction on work done outside the class.
May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*495. Field Studies in Art (1-6)
Independent work with an instructor of student’s choice, usually outside area of specialization.
Department Chair or Undergraduate Advisor/Graduate Advisor approval, restricted to undergraduate and graduate art majors. (2-12 hrs. lab.)
Letter grade only (A-F).
*499A. Special Studies in Ceramics (3)
Prerequisite: Ceramics major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in ceramics.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*499B. Special Studies in Wood (3)
Prerequisite: ART 354B or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems using wood as the media.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.)
*499D. Special Studies in Drawing (3)
Prerequisite: ART 381; Drawing and Painting Major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in drawing.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.)
*499F. Special Studies in Illustration (3)
Prerequisite: Illustration major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in illustration or biomedical art.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*499J. Special Studies in Metalsmithing and Jewelry (3)
Prerequisite: ART 458A or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in metalsmithing and jewelry.
Course fee may be required. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*499K. Special Studies in Painting (3)
Prerequisite: ART 387; Drawing and Painting Major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in painting.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.)
*499M. Special Studies in Life Sculpture (3)
Prerequisite: Sculpture major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in sculpture.
May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*499N. Special Studies in Fiber (3)
Prerequisite: 3-D Media major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in textile design.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*499O. Special Studies in Studio Sculpture (3)
Prerequisites: Sculpture major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in sculpture.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and a total of 9 units in different semesters. (6 hours lab). Letter grade only (A-F).
*499P. Special Studies in Art Education (3)
Prerequisite: Art Education major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in art education.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and a total of 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*499R. Special Studies in Printmaking (3)
Prerequisite: Printmaking major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in printmaking.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and a total of 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*499S. Special Studies in Visual Communications Design (3)
Prerequisite: Visual Communications major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive contract work with faculty supervision on problems in visual communications design.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and a total of 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
*499V. Special Studies in Art Photography (3)
Prerequisites: ART 444 and Photography Major, or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work, with faculty supervision, on individual problems in photography as an art form.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and a total of 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
506A./406A. Digital Imagery for the Arts (3)
Prerequisites: ART 149, 340, or consent of instructor.
Examination of digital imaging through Adobe Photoshop software. Emphasis on relationship of digital imaging to photography. Exercises sharpen skills and reveal new thinking strategies necessary for fluency in digital media. Concentration on theory of media and representation as well as individual projects.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
506B./406B. Advanced Digital Imagery for the Arts (3)
Prerequisites: ART 406A, 444, or consent of instructor.
Exploration of theory and practice of digital imaging and advanced techniques. Emphasis on multimedia and individual projects.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
509A-B. Research in Art Education (2-2)
Prerequisite. Art Education major or consent of instructor.
Advanced individual graduate problems in art education with projects related to specific learning situations.
Letter grade only (A-F).
512./412. Aesthetic Theories and Art Education (3)
Past and current philosophical writings of aestheticians, critics, artists, and art educators will be investigated with theoretical, practical, and cross-cultural implications for the arts educator.
Letter grade only (A-F).
514./414. Documentary Photography (3)
Prerequisites: ART 340, 444, or consent of instructor.
History, theory, practice, and production of still documentary photographic works with emphasis on the photograph as an instrument for social influence and change.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
536A./436A. Video Art (3)
Historical/theoretical and practical/technical introduction to digital video and other art practices involving digital media.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F)
536B./436B. Video Art (3)
Prerequisites: ART 436A or 536A.
Continuation of ART 436A. Advancement in historical/theoretical and practical/technical introduction to digital video and other art practices involving digital media.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
540./440. Art in Public Places: Theory and Practice (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, ART 131, and 6 units of Art History selected from AH 111A, 111B, 111C, or consent of instructor.
Exploration of various approaches to production of art in public places; the history and development explored in preparation for creation of artist-initiated and commissioned temporary and permanent art works for public sphere. Viewpoints influencing evaluation, production, selection, and commissioning of temporary and permanent art projects in public spaces. Strategies explored for conceptual development of projects will incorporate both individual and team approaches.
(6 Hrs. Lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
544./444. Fine Print Photography (3)
Prerequisite: ART 340.
Presentation of advanced printing techniques and mastery of darkroom skills. Includes exposure, development, processing chemistry, film and paper types, toners and archival processing
(lab fee required). (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
545A,B. Museum-Gallery Practices (3,3)
Prerequisites: AH 431 or consent of instructor.
Pre-professional training in museum-gallery techniques: administration, exhibition, budget planning, curatorial problems, public relations, insurance, packing and shipping. The University Gallery will be the lab for practical experience; students will assist in conceiving and realizing exhibitions.
Letter grade only (A-F).
547./447. Photo Studio Specialties (3)
Prerequisite: ART 340.
Designed to give exploration of camera and laboratory techniques as applied to studio work in photography. Related photo assignments of studio and location problems will be given (laboratory included).
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
549./449. Experimental/Alternative Practices in Photography (3)
Prerequisite: ART 340.
Experimental solutions to conceptual problems. Emphasis on Alternative Processes, non-traditional photographic processes, exploration of new ideas and procedures for the development of art work and meaning significant to each individual student.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
550. Intermedia (3)
Exploration of media and strategies new to sculpture vocabulary such as performance, installation, video electronics media, other time-based media and mass media in conjunction with other sculptural techniques. Insight into art theory and strategies pertaining to contemporary art practices.
May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units in different semesters. Letter grade only (A-F).
551A. Advanced Ceramics – Graduate (3)
Prerequisite: ART 451B.
Opportunity for beginning graduate students to do research employing various ceramics materials, processes and visual solutions in preparation for a more narrow and concentrated study.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
551B. Advanced Ceramics – Graduate (3)
Prerequisite: ART 551A.
Selection of a specific area of concentration in ceramics, limiting the materials and processes to develop a project which will reflect a predetermined statement.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
554A,B. Wood – Graduate (3,3)
Prerequisites: ART 454B or consent of instructor.
Development of individual problems and expression in the creation of wooden art/craft structures. Emphasis on exploring personal expression through focused study of chosen techniques and the discussion of related wood issues and aesthetics.
(6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
558A. Metalsmithing, Jewelry and Enameling (3)
Prerequisite: 3-D Media major or consent of instructor.
Individual graduate level studio projects involving investigation of materials, processes and visual solutions in preparation for more concentrated study in metalsmithing, jewelry, enameling, or architectural metalwork and blacksmithing.
Course fee may required. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
558B. Metalsmithing, Jewelry and Enameling (3)
Prerequisite: 3-D Media major or consent of instructor.
Selection of a specific area of concentration in metalsmithing and jewelry, enameling, or architectural metalwork and blacksmithing; focus on creative objectives based on a projected theme.
Course fee may be required. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
564A,B. Advanced Wood Studio – Graduate (3,3)
Prerequisites: ART 354B or consent of instructor.
Development of individual skill, technique, and concept through the exploration of a unique and personal language in wood. Creation of body of work supported by research projects on related work and concepts in the field.
(6 hrs. lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
572./472. Storyboarding for Film and Television (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 271 or consent of instructor.
Introduction to storyboarding for television commercials and feature films. Focuses on sequential structure of film including pacing and continuity as related to storytelling in medium of motion pictures. Includes discussion of camera movement, uses of storyboards, emphasis on drawing and skills needed to visually communicate ideas for entertainment industry.
(6 hrs. lab.) \ Letter grade only (A-F).
573./473. Seminar in Photo-Based Art (3)
Prerequisite: Advanced standing in Photography or consent of instructor.
Critical analysis of work by contemporary photo-based artists and investigation of relevant theoretical issues.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units with different artists in different semesters. Letter grade only (A-F).
575./475. Printmaking: Photo and Digital Processes (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 141, or 149, 181; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Instruction in the photo printmaking processes for lithography, etching, and silkscreen using digital and analog techniques to explore photographic and non-photographic imagery.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
580./480. Printmaking: Monotype/Monoprint (3)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 187; six units from AH 111A, 111B, 111C.
Instruction in all the aspects of the monotype and monoprint form of printmaking as an expansive medium capable of diverse applications and linkages with other procedures and disciplines. Emphasis will be on the extension and refinement of individual expression. In black and white and color.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
583. Advanced Life Graduate Painting (3)
An intensive studio course in painting from the model for graduate students.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
590. Special Problems in Studio Art (1-3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Special topics of current interest in studio art will be selected for intensive study.
May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units with different topics. Topics will be announced in the Schedule of Classes. (2-9 hrs. lab.) Course fee may be required. Letter grade only (A-F).
A. Visiting Artists
591. Graduate Interdisciplinary Critique (3)
Critique and discussion forum for graduate students in all areas of studio practice, and from all Art Department programs. Emphasis on development of critical discussion and writing skills. Group meetings and individual meetings with instructor.
May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
592Z./492Z. Graduate Concentrated Studies in Life Painting (3)
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in painting the human figure. A more open relationship in attitudes and processes of working from the figure in class and total self-direction on work done outside class.
May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
599. Studio Problems In Art (3)
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Advanced individual graduate projects, with faculty supervision, in an area of art specialization.
May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units with different topics in the same semester. (6 hrs. lab). Letter grade only (A-F). Area will be designated by letter at time of registration:
A. Ceramics
B. Wood
D. Drawing
F. Illustration
J. Metal (course fee required)
K. Painting
L. Life Drawing (course fee required)
M. Life Sculpture (course fee required)
N. Fiber
O. Sculpture
R. Printmaking
S. Visual Communication Design
V. Photography
601A-B. Seminar in Art Education (3-3)
Prerequisite: Graduate student in Art Education or consent of instructor.
Special studies, research and evaluation of the role of the art teacher.
ART 601A is required for the M.A. in Art Education; ART 601B may be required by the student’s M.A. committee. Letter grade only (A-F).
649. Seminar in Drawing and Painting (3)
Advanced critical dialog related to contemporary drawing and painting with faculty peers and visiting artists. Additional activities include research, readings and presentations pertaining to contemporary professional practice within the changing art world.
Limit to 3 units in one semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units in different semsters. Letter grade only (A-F).
651. Seminar in Ceramic Art (3)
Prerequisite: Graduate student in Ceramics or consent of instructor.
Critical analysis of work of historical and contemporary ceramic artists; the changing role of ceramic art as it becomes part of the contemporary art mainstream.
May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units with different artists in different semester. Letter grade only (A-F).
690A. Graduate Seminar in Studio Art (Critical Studies) (3)
Prerequisite: Graduate M.F.A. student or consent of instructor.
Selected reading and writing concerning topics relevant to student’s specific disciplines in the visual arts with an opportunity for interdisciplinary discussion.
Letter grade only (A-F).
690B. Graduate Seminar in Studio Art (Professional Practices) (3)
Prerequisite: Graduate M.F.A. student or consent of instructor.
Professional preparation for studio artists stressing practical concerns as well as current trends in art practices, theory and criticism.
Letter grade only (A-F).
690M. 3-D Graduate Seminar (3)
Graduate seminar for 3D students. Examination of media, concerns, strategies relevant to the spectrum of contemporary three-dimensional art production. Includes critique of student work, readings, discussion and written assignments.
May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in one semester and 9 units in different semesters. Letter grade only (A-F).
692. Project Exhibition (3)
Prerequisite: Advancement to Candidacy and a registration in ART 698 or 699. Open only to M.A. and M.F.A. candidates with Project Statement approval, consent of their graduate committee and an assigned exhibition date.
Planning, preparation, and installation of a public exhibition of creative work done for ART 698 or 699.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. Letter grade only (A-F).
693. Teaching Internship (3)
Opportunity to work with full-time Art faculty mentor on course preparation and instruction. Required for eligibility for Graduate Teaching Associate positions.
Restricted to graduate art majors. May be repeated to a maximum 6 units. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
694. Directed Studies Studio (1-3)
Independent studies in creative studio. Department Chair or Graduate Advisor approval, restricted to graduate art majors.
(2-6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
695. Field Problems in Art (1-6)
Opportunity to study artistic monuments, objects, theories, techniques or literature at appropriate off campus locations.
Department Chair or Graduate Advisor approval, restricted to graduate art majors. (2-12 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
697. Directed Studies (1-3)
Independent studies in technical and/or historical aspects of art.
Department Chair or Graduate Advisor approval, restricted to graduate art majors. (2-6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
698A. Thesis or Project (1-6)
Prerequisite: Advancement to Candidacy and an approved Thesis or Project Statement.
Execution and completion of an approved thesis, or project, project report, documentation, orals and comprehensive exam.
Open only to Art Education students. Required of all candidates for the MA in Art, specialization in Art Education. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in different semesters to a total of 6 units. Letter grade only (A-F).
698B. Project (1-6)
Prerequisite: Advancement to Candidacy and an approved Project Statement.
Execution and completion of an approved Studio Project and Project Report for the MA degree.
Open only to Studio Art students. Required, in conjunction with ART 692, Project Exhibition, of all candidates for the MA in Art, specialization in Studio Art. Letter grade only (A-F).
699. Project (1-6)
Prerequisite: Advancement to Candidacy and an approved Project Statement.
Execution and completion of a Studio Project and Project Report for the M.F.A. degree.
Open only to Studio Art students. Required, in conjunction with ART 692, Project Exhibition, of all candidates for the MFA in Art. Letter grade only (A-F).
LOWER DIVISION
111A. Foundation Art History I (3)
Prerequisites: A General Education Foundation class.
Chronological survey of art as an integral part of Western Culture from pre-History through the Middle Ages.
Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 115A. (CAN ART 2)
111B. Foundation Art History II (3)
Prerequisite: A General Education Foundation class.
Chronological survey of art as an integral part of Western Culture from Proto-Renaissance to contemporary.
Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 115C. (CAN ART 4)
111C. Foundation Art History III (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A or AH 111B and a General Education Foundation class.
Basic theoretical considerations about art and its relation to society in both Western and non-Western cultures.
Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 115A.
113A. Survey Asian Art: Early Sacred Cultures (3)
Prerequisites or corequisite: A General Education Foundation class.
Survey of art as an integral part of Asian culture: India and SE Asia, China, and Japan from earliest times to c. 1000.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 113A.
113B. Survey Asian Art:Later Traditions (3)
Prerequisites or corequisite: A General Education Foundation class.
Survey of art as an integral part of Asian culture: India and SE Asia, China, and Japan from earliest times from c. 1000 to 1900.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 113B.
UPPER DIVISION
*307. Historiography in Art (3)
Prerequisites: Graduate student in Art History or undergraduate major with senior status.
History of art history as intellectual discipline. Reading- and writing-intensive seminar designed specifically for undergraduate art history majors in final year of study and for graduate students in M.A. in Art History program.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 307. Letter grade only (A-F).
*308. Western Art Theory and Criticism to the Mid-Nineteenth Century (3)
Prerequisites: For art and art history majors; and 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
A text-based examination of western art theory and criticism up to the mid-nineteenth century.
Letter grade only (A-F).
*309. Western Art Theory and Criticism Mid-Nineteenth to Mid-Twentieth Century (3)
Prerequisites: For art and art history majors; and AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
A text-based examination of western art theory and criticism from the mid-nineteenth to mid-twentieth centuries.
Letter grade only (A-F).
*310. Western Art Theory and Criticism Mid-Twentieth Century to Present (3)
Prerequisite(s): AH 111A, 111B.
A text-based examination of western art theory and criticism from the mid-twentieth century to the present.
Letter grade only (A-F).
*364. History of Ceramics 1900 to Present (3)
Developed in order to survey the development of modern and contemporary ceramic art in the United States from 1900 to the most current. Through slide lectures offered by faculty, students and guest scholars modern & contemporary American ceramic art will be studied within the context of contemporary art history. This will require the alignment and analysis of seminal or significant ceramic works of the 20th century with modern and postmodern movements in art in order to examine the common ground and the differences.
Letter grade only (A-F).
*365. History of Prints and Drawings (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Historical survey of prints and drawings, with emphasis on technical and stylistic developments and on the role played by these media in relation to other arts through the 20th century.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 365. Letter grade only (A-F).
401./501. American Art to 1900 (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B or consent of instructor.
Survey of American painting, sculpture, and photography from the time of European settlement to roughly 1900 with a special focus on cultural, political, and historical contexts. Discussion of topics such as the construction of an American identity, the ideaology of Manifest Destiny, and the trauma of the Civil War. Combines slide lecture with discussion of primary and secondary readings.
Letter grade only (A-F).
*402. The Rise of Landscape Painting (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B or consent of instructor.
Examination of emerence and transformation of landscape painting in Europe and America between 1750 and 1850. We will examine national schools while exploring important contextual factors including the traditional hierarchy of genres, the development of the concepts of he picturesque and sublime in the 18th century aesthetics, the emergence of the greater emotional expression and ecological awareness in Romanticism, and the ideological role of spirituality and so-called manifest destiny of the 19th century views of the American West.
Letter grade only (A-F).
408./508. Early Christian and Byzantine Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Architecture, mosaics and sculpture of Rome, Ravenna and Constantinople from the decline of the Roman Empire to the end of the Byzantine era.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 408 or 598B. Letter grade only (A-F).
409./509. Romanesque Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111C, or consent of instructor.
Arts of Northern Europe from Merovingian through the Romanesque periods.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 409 or 598C. Letter grade only (A-F).
410./510. Gothic Art (3)
Architecture, sculpture, and painting in western Europe from the 12th through the 14th centuries, with special attention to the construction and decoration of the great cathedrals, and to the development of new approaches to style and content in the figural art of the 14th-century Italy.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 410 or 598D. Letter grade only (A-F).
411./511. History and Criticism of Photography (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
History of photography from its origins to contemporary developments in the twentieth century. Critical and philosophical approaches to the photographic medium.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 411 or 511. Letter grade only (A-F).
416./516. Greek Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Survey traces Greek Art from its first beginnings in Aegean period and survey its development on through the late Hellenistic period. Key monuments of architecture, sculpture, painting, vase-painting, and so-called minor arts discussed against background of contemporary theories, criticism, and history. Of particular concern are techniques and materials of various arts.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 416 or 598E. Letter grade only (A-F).
417./517. Roman Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Overview of the arts of Italy before the Romans including both the indigenous art of the Italic peoples as well as the better known art of the Etruscans. The survey of Roman Art itself will begin with the early Republic and end with the Age of Constantine. The major art forms of architecture, painting, sculpture and the so-called minor arts will be discussed. Contemporary criticism, theory, and history will be part of the sub-text of the course.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 417 or 598L. Letter grade only (A-F).
423./523. Early Renaissance Art in Italy (3)
Painting, sculpture, and architecture in Italy during the 15th century. The course examines stylistic and technical aspects of the works, along with the interaction of cultural, social, and religious developments with the visual arts. Special attention paid to the revival of classicism, and the influence of private patrons such as the Medici family in Florence.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 423 or 598F. Letter grade only (A-F).
424./524. High Renaissance Art in Italy (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Painting, sculpture, and architecture in Italy from the 16th century especially in Florence, Venice, and Rome. Provides an historical, cultural, religious, and theoretical framework within which the meaning and function of the works can be better understood. Works by a handful of major artists (Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, and the Mannerists) will receive special attention.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 424 or 598G. Letter grade only (A-F).
425./525. Northern Renaissance Painting (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Covers artistic developments in Northern Europe, particularly Flanders, France, and Germany, from the 14th century through 16th century. Provides historical, cultural, and religious framework within which style, meaning, and function of works can be better understood. Special attention to issues such as iconography, and the changing role of the artist in society.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 425 or 598H. Letter grade only (A-F).
426./526. Baroque Art in Spain, the Netherlands, and England (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Examines the closely intertwined political and artistic situations in Netherlands (Flanders and Holland), England and Spain during 17th and early 18th centuries. Emphasis on relationship between Rubens and Velasquez, and contrast between Rubens and Rembrandt; also Flemish influence in England, due especially to Anthony van Dyck.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 426 or 598J. Letter grade only (A-F).
427./527. Baroque Art in Italy, France, and Germany (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Explores birth of Baroque in Rome, and role of Counter-Reformation in shaping artistic genres in Italy and France in early 17th century. Covers influence of Versailles court of “Sun King,” Louis XIV, in late 17th and early 18th centuries, especially in independent Teutonic states.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 427 or 598K. Letter grade only (A-F).
430./530. Museum Practices (3)
Prerequisites: AH 431 or by consent of student advisor and instructor.
Comprehensive introduction to the administrative, strategic and financial aspects of exhibiting art and maintaining art collections in museums.
Designed for students seeking Museum Studies Certificate and those pursuing MA with an emphasis in Museum Studies. Letter grade only (A-F). Not open to students with credit for AH 435B/535B.
431./531. History of Museum and Exhibitions (3) C 5
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B or by consent of student advisor and instructor.
Open to students interested in history of art museums and role museums play in manifesting cultural values, and in impact exhibitions of art have had on development of arts and controversies they have stirred.
Class is required of students seeking Museum Studies Certificate and those pursuing MA with emphasis in Museum Studies. Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 435; AH 435, 435A, or 535A. Letter grade only (A-F).
436./536. Neo-Classicism to Romanticism, 1789-1850 (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Examination of Neo-Classicism, Realism, Romanticism, photography and the academic tradition in art and culture of Europe from 1789-1850.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 436 or 598M. Letter grade only (A-F).
437./537. Impressionism to Post-Impressionism,1850-1900 (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Analysis of the development of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism in France from 1850 to 1900.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 437 or 598N. Letter grade only (A-F).
438./538. Twentieth-Century Art to 1945 (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Examination of Abstraction, Non-Objective art, Expressionism, Dada, and Surrealism.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 438 or 598P. Letter grade only (A-F).
439./539. Twentieth-Century Art from 1945 (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Examination of Pop Art, Happenings, Minimal Art, Art and Technology, Environmental, Concept, Performance and Video Art.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 439 or 598Q. Letter grade only (A-F).
*440. Art and Society (3)
Considers nature of art in Western culture from several disciplinary perspectives including art theory, social and political theory, history, philosophy and economics. Seeks to demonstrate that art is a construct based on human intellect and belief.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 440. Letter grade only (A-F).
455./555. Traditional Art of Africa: A Thematic Approach (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Exploration from a Western perspective of the conceptual, expressive, and aesthetic aspects of traditional African art as related to its cultural context and to Western concepts of art. Focus on West Africa.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 455 or 598R. Letter grade only (A-F).
456./556. American Indian Art: Western Perspectives (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Exploration from a Western perspective of the historically various and changing frames of reference surrounding perception, interpretation, and consideration of Native American art through focus on selected traditions.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 456 or 598S. Letter grade only (A-F).
457./557. Pre-Columbian Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, AH 111B, or consent of instructor.
A survey of art and architecture in Mesoamerica and the Andean region of South America from about 1000BC to the Spanish conquest. Special attention will be focused on the social, political and economic contexts of objects and architecture from this period, as well as on the research methods and theoretical assumptions of scholars investigating this field.
Letter grade only (A-F).
458./558. Modern Latin American Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111B or consent of instructor.
Investigation of developments in visual culture in Latin America from the late-18th century to the mid-20th century, with special emphasis on artists in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay, and Venezuela.
Letter grade only (A-F).
459./559. Contemporary Latin American Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111B or consent of instructor.
Investigation of developments in visual culture in Latin America from the mid-20th century to the present, with special emphasis on artists in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, and Venezuela, as well as Latino/Latina artists.
Letter grade only (A-F).
465./565. Ancient Art of the Near East (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Near Eastern, Egyptian and Aegean art.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 465 or 598U. Letter grade only (A-F).
466./566. Buddhist Art of India and S.E. Asia (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Formation and development of Buddhist art in India and subsequent metamorphoses in Cambodia, Thailand and Indonesia examined.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 466 or 598V. Letter grade only (A-F).
467./567. Hindu and Islamic Art of India (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Formation and development of Hindu art in India and the genesis, as well as transformation, of Islamic art of India compared to pan-Islamic characteristics will be examined.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 467 or 598W. Letter grade only (A-F).
468./568. Early Chinese Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Formation and development of Chinese art from third millennium to 10th century A.D.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 468 or 598X. Letter grade only (A-F).
469./569. Later Chinese Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Development of Chinese art from the 11th century A.D. through the culmination of the tradition and its transformation in the 2oth century will be explored.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 469 or 598Y. Letter grade only (A-F).
470A./570A. Japanese Buddhist Art to 1500 (3)
Prerequisite: One of the following: AH 113A, 113B, 111A, 111B, 111C, A/ST 393, 451, consent of instructor.
Survey of sacred architecture, sculpture, painting, gardens and decorative art from neolithic culture through Zen Buddhism, reading images in regard to religious, political and social values.
Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 470. Letter grade only (A-F).
470B./570B. Japanese Art 1500-1868 (3)
Prerequisite: AH 113A, 113B, 111A, 111B, 111C, A/ST 393, 451, or consent of the instructor.
Analysis of secular painting, architecture, ceramics and garden design in the Momoyama and Edo periods, linking the wide variety of subjects and styles to the competing values of samurai, priest, aristocrat or merchant class patrons.
Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 470. Letter grade only (A-F).
471A./571A. Modern Japanese Graphic Art (3)
Prerequisite: One of the following: AH 113A, 113B, 111A, 111B, 111C, A/ST 393, 451, or consent of the instructor.
Examination of painting, prints, photography and graphic design in regard to the issues of individual and national identity in an era when being modern was often linked to being Western. We also consider manga in regard to earlier modern adaptations of traditional design.
Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 471. Letter grade only (A-F).
471B./571B. Modern Japanese Plastic Art (3)
Prerequisite: One of the following: AH 113A, 113B, 111A, 111B, 111C, A/ST 393, 451, or consent of the instructor.
Investigation of architecture, gardens, sculpture and ceramics in light of debates over internationalism or nationalism, modernity or tradition. The political and economic implications of design choices will be highlighted.
Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 471. Letter grade only (A-F).
495. Independent Study In Art History (1-6)
Independent, in-depth research projects to be conducted by students under the supervision of a faculty member.
As per university policy on independent studies courses, each student enrolled in this course must have an agreement, or “contract” on file in department office. Agreement is to be made between student and instructor at beginning of course, and must include: description of work to be accomplished, specific information on tasks required; nature of final report, and basis for determining final grade. Agreement must be signed by both instructor and student.
Letter grade only (A-F).
496. Special Studies in Art History (3)
Prerequisite: AH 307 or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in art history.
May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units. Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 496. Letter grade only (A-F).
497./597. Seminar in Art History (3)
Prerequisite: AH 307 or consent of instructor.
Directed individual research and group discussion concerning a topic in art history.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 497 or 611 beyond combined maximum units. Letter grade only (A-F).
498. Special Topics in Art History (3)
Prerequisite: AH 307 or consent of instructor.
Variable topics from selected areas of Art History. Content may vary each semester.
Topics will be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Letter grade only (A-F).
499Q. Special Studies in Museum Studies (3)
Prerequisites: AH 431 or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive individual work with faculty supervision on problems in museum studies, including utilizing the resources of The Center for Southern California Studies in the Visual Arts.
May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 499Q. Letter grade only (A-F).
501./401. American Art to 1900 (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B or consent of instructor.
Survey of American painting, sculpture, and photography from the time of European settlement to roughly 1900 with a special focus on cultural, political, and historical contexts. Discussion of topics such as the construction of an American identity, the ideaology of Manifest Destiny, and the trauma of the Civil War. Combines slide lecture with discussion of primary and secondary readings.
Letter grade only (A-F).
502. The Rise of Landscape Painting (3)
Prerequisite(s); AH 111A, 111B or consent of instructor.
Examination of the emergence and transformation of landscape painting in Europe and America between 1750 and 1850. We will examine national schools while exploring important contextual factors including the traditional hierarchy of genres, the development of the concepts of he picturesque and sublime in the 18th century aesthetics, the emergence of the greater emotional expression and ecological awareness in Romanticism, and the ideological role of spirituality and so-called manifest destiny of the 19th century views of the American West.
Letter grade only (A-F).
508./408. Early Christian and Byzantine Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Architecture, mosaics and sculpture of Rome, Ravenna and Constantinople from the decline of the Roman Empire to the end of the Byzantine era.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 408 or 598B. Letter grade only (A-F).
509./409. Romanesque Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A,111C, or consent of instructor.
Arts of Northern Europe from Merovingian through the Romanesque periods.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 409 or 598C. Letter grade only (A-F).
510./410. Gothic Art (3)
Architecture, sculpture, and painting in western Europe from the 12th through the 14th centuries, with special attention to the construction and decoration of the great cathedrals, and to the development of new approaches to style and content in the figural art of the 14th-century Italy.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 410 or 598D. Letter grade only (A-F).
511./411. History and Criticism of Photography (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
History of photography from its origins to contemporary developments in the twentieth century. Critical and philosophical approaches to the photographic medium.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 411 or 511. Letter grade only (A-F).
516./416. Greek Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
This survey will trace Greek Art from its first beginnings in the Aegean period and survey its development on through the late Hellenistic period. The key monuments of architecture, sculpture, painting, vase-painting, and the so-called minor arts will be discussed against the background of contemporary theories, criticism, and history. Of particular concern are the techniques and materials of the various arts.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 416 or 598E. Letter grade only (A-F).
517./417. Roman Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Overview of the arts of Italy before the Romans including both the indigenous art of the Italic peoples as well as the better known art of the Etruscans. The survey of Roman Art itself will begin with the early Republic and end with the Age of Constantine. The major art forms of architecture, painting, sculpture and the so-called minor arts will be discussed. Contemporary criticism, theory, and history will be part of the sub-text of the course.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 417 or 598L. Letter grade only (A-F).
523./423. Early Renaissance Art in Italy (3)
Painting, sculpture, and architecture in Italy during the 15th century. The course examines stylistic and technical aspects of the works, along with the interaction of cultural, social, and religious developments with the visual arts. Special attention paid to the revival of classicism, and the influence of private patrons such as the Medici family in Florence.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 423 or 598F. Letter grade only (A-F).
524./424. High Renaissance Art in Italy (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Painting, sculpture, and architecture in Italy from the 16th century especially in Florence, Venice, and Rome. Provides an historical, cultural, religious, and theoretical framework within which the meaning and function of the works can be better understood. Works by a handful of major artists (Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, and the Mannerists) will receive special attention.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 424 or 598G. Letter grade only (A-F).
525./425. Northern Renaissance Painting (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Covers artistic developments in Northern Europe, particularly Flanders, France, and Germany, from the 14th century through 16th century. The course provides an historical, cultural, and religious framework within which the style, meaning, and function of the works can be better understood. Special attention to issues such as iconography, and the changing role of the artist in society.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 425 or 598H. Letter grade only (A-F).
526./426. Baroque Art in Spain, the Netherlands, and England (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Examines the closely intertwined political and artistic situations in the Netherlands (Flanders and Holland), England and Spain during the 17th and early 18th centuries. Emphasis on the relationship between Rubens and Velasquez, and the contrast between Rubens and Rembrandt; also Flemish influence in England, due especially to Anthony van Dyck.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 426 or 598J. Letter grade only (A-F).
527./427. Baroque Art in Italy, France, and Germany (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Explores the birth of the Baroque in Rome, and the role of the Counter-Reformation in shaping artistic genres in Italy and France in the early 17th century. Also covers the influence of the Versailles court of the “Sun King,” Louis XIV, in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, especially in the independent Teutonic states.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 427 or 598K. Letter grade only (A-F).
530./430. Museum Practices (3)
Prerequisites: AH 431 or by consent of student advisor and instructor.
Comprehensive introduction to the administrative, strategic and financial aspects of exhibiting art and maintaining art collections in museums. Designed for students seeking Museum Studies Certificate and those pursuing MA with an emphasis in Museum Studies.
Letter grade only (A-F). Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 435B/535B.
531./431. History of Museum and Exhibitions (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B or by consent of student advisor and instructor.
Open to students interested in history of art museums and role museums play in manifesting cultural values, and in impact exhibitions of art have had on development of arts and controversies they have stirred.
Class is required of students seeking Museum Studies Certificate and those pursuing MA with emphasis in Museum Studies. Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 435; AH 435, 435A, or 535A. Letter grade only (A-F).
536./436. Neo-Classicism to Romanticism, 1789-1850 (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Examination of Neo-Classicism, Realism, Romanticism, photography and the academic tradition in art and culture of Europe from 1789-1850.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 436 or 598M. Letter grade only (A-F).
537./437. Impressionism to Post-Impressionism, 1850-1900 (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Analysis of the development of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism in France from 1850 to 1900.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 437 or 598N. Letter grade only (A-F).
538./438. Twentieth Century Art to 1945 (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Examination of Abstraction, Non-Objective art, Expressionism, Dada, and Surrealism.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 438 or 598P. Letter grade only (A-F).
539./439. Twentieth Century Art from1945 (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Examination of Pop Art, Happenings, Minimal Art, Art and Technology, Environmental, Concept, Performance and Video Art.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 439 or 598Q. Letter grade only (A-F).
542. Internship in Museum Studies (3)
Prerequisites: AH 431 or consent of instructor.
Student internship experience in selected museums, college and community art centers appropriate to the student’s particular academic interest. Opportunity to work under supervision of museum professionals in the field to expand student understanding of the complexities, discipline and challenges in the profession.
May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 542. Letter grade only (A-F).
555./455. Traditional Art of Africa: A Thematic Approach (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Exploration from a Western perspective of the conceptual, expressive, and aesthetic aspects of traditional African art as related to its cultural context and to Western concepts of art. Focus on West Africa.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 455 or 598R. Letter grade only (A-F).
556./456. American Indian Art: Western Perspectives (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Exploration from a Western perspective of the historically various and changing frames of reference surrounding perception, interpretation, and consideration of Native American art through focus on selected traditions.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 456 or 598S. Letter grade only (A-F).
557./457. Pre-Columbian Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B or consent of instructor.
A survey of art and architecture in Mesoamerica and the Andean region of South America from about 1000BC to the Spanish conquest. Special attention will be focused on the social, political and economic contexts of objects and architecture from this period, as well as on the research methods and theoretical assumptions of scholars investigating this field.
Letter grade only (A-F).
558./458. Modern Latin American Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111B or consent of instructor.
An investigation of developments in visual culture in Latin America from the late-18th century to the mid-20th century, with special emphasis on artists in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay, and Venezuela.
Letter grade only (A-F).
559./459. Contemporary Latin American Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111B or consent of instructor.
An investigation of developments in visual culture in Latin America from the mid-20th century to the present, with special emphasis on artists in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, and Venezuela, as well as Latino/Latina artists.
Letter grade only (A-F).
565./465. Ancient Art of the Near East (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Prehistoric, Near Eastern, Egyptian and Aegean art.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 465 or 598U. Letter grade only (A-F).
566./466. Buddhist Art of India and S.E. Asia (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
The formation and development of Buddhist art in India and its subsequent metamorphoses in Cambodia, Thailand and Indonesia will be examined.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 466 or 598V. Letter grade only (A-F).
567./467. Hindu and Islamic Art of India (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
The formation and development of Hindu art in India and the genesis, as well as transformation, of Islamic art of India compared to pan-Islamic characteristics will be examined.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 467 or 598W. Letter grade only (A-F).
568./468. Early Chinese Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
The formation and development of Chinese art from the third millennium to the 10th century A.D.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 468 or 598X. Letter grade only (A-F).
569./469. Later Chinese Art (3)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Development of Chinese art from the 11th century A.D. through the dulmination of the tradition and its transformation in the 2oth century will be explored.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 469 or 598Y. Letter grade only (A-F).
570A./470A. Japanese Buddhist Art to 1500 (3)
Prerequisite: One of the following: AH 113A, 113B, 111A, 111B, 111C, A/ST 393, 451, or consent of instructor.
Survey of sacred architecture, sculpture, painting, gardens and decorative art from neolithic culture through Zen Buddhism, reading images in regard to religious, political and social values.
Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 470. Letter grade only (A-F).
570B./470B. Japanese Art 1500-1868 (3)
Prerequisite: AH 113A, 113B, 111A, 111B, 111C, A/ST 393, 451, or consent of the instructor.
Analysis of secular painting, architecture, ceramics and garden design in the Momoyama and Edo periods, linking the wide variety of subjects and styles to the competing values of samurai, priest, aristocrat or merchant class patrons.
Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 470. Letter grade only (A-F).
571A./471A. Modern Japanese Graphic Art (3)
Prerequisite: One of the following: AH 113A, 113B, 111A, 111B, 111C, A/ST 393, 451, or consent of the instructor.
Examination of painting, prints, photography and graphic design in regard to the issues of individual and national identity in an era when being modern was often linked to being Western. We also consider manga in regard to earlier modern adaptations of traditional design.
Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 471. Letter grade only (A-F).
571B./471B. Modern Japanese Plastic Art (3)
Prerequisite: One of the following: AH 113A, 113B, 111A, 111B, 111C, A/ST 393, 451, or consent of the instructor.
Investigation of architecture, gardens, sculpture and ceramics in light of debates over internationalism or nationalism, modernity or tradition. The political and economic implications of design choices will be highlighted.
Not open for credit to students with credit in AH 471. Letter grade only (A-F).
595. Independent Study In Art History (1-6)
Independent, in-depth research projects to be conducted by students under the supervision of a faculty member.
As per university policy on independent studies courses, each student enrolled in this course must have an agreement, or “contract” on file in the department office. The agreement is to be made between the student and the instructor at the beginning of the course, and must include: a description of the work to be accomplished, specific information on the tasks required; the nature of the final report, and the basis for determining the final grade. The agreement must be signed by both the instructor and the student.
Letter grade only (A-F).
596. Special Problems in Art History (3)
Graduate level variable directed study projects providing a way for students to independently pursue special research topics in art history under instructor supervision.
May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units. Letter grade only (A-F).
597./497. Seminar in Art History (3)
Prerequisite: AH 307 or consent of instructor.
Directed individual research and group discussion concerning a topic in art history.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 497 or 611 beyond combined maximum units. Letter grade only (A-F).
598. Special Topics in Art History (3)
Prerequisite: AH 307 or consent of instructor.
Topics from selected areas of Art History. Content may vary each semester.
Topics will be announced in the Schedule of Classes. Letter grade only (A-F).
599Q. Special Problems in Museum Studies (3)
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Advanced individual graduate projects, with faculty supervision, in museum studies.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in same semester and a total of 12 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
698. Thesis (1-6)
Prerequisite: Advancement to Candidacy and an approved Thesis Statement.
Execution and completion of an approved thesis.
Open only to Art history students. Required of all candidates for the MA in Art, specialization in Art History. Letter