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.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
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.
Letter grade only (A-F). A minimum of 15 hours of community service learning required. (6 hrs. lab.)
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.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 287; AH 111A, 111B.
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.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131; AH 111A, 111B.
Exploration of a variety of design concepts and dye processes to include natural and chemical (acid and fiber reactive) dye technology using discharge, shaped resists, batik, and direct painting techniques.
Letter grade only (A-F). Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 327B. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: For Art majors: ART 130, 131, 181, 184, 223; 132 or 287; AH 111A, 111B or consent of instructor. For Design majors: DESN 120A, 132A and ART 223.
Focus on the compositional use of type and its relationship to issues of visual hierarchy, readability and page structure. Students continue their exploration of typography as an expressive visual form.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.) Student-owned laptop computer is required. See Department website for current hardward and software specifications.
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.
Letter grade only (A-F). Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 320A. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: For Art Majors: ART 130, 131, 181, 184, 223; 132 or 287; AH 111A, 111B. For Design Majors: ART 223; DESN 120A, 120B, 132A, 132B; AH 111A, 111B
Introductory course, exploring formal constructs of combining type and image and of image creation. Enhance understanding of problem definition and concept development. Explore the relationships of form to content.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 322A. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab) Student-owned laptop computer is required. See Department website for current hardward and software specifications.
Prerequisites: ART 223, 318, 321
Intermediate course, developing formal and conceptual skills using type and image, learning fundamentals of preparing art for print.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab) Student-owned laptop computer is required. See Department website for current hardward and software specifications.
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, AH 111A, 111B.
Exploration of concepts and materials using non-loom textile techniques. Development from 2-D relief surfaces to full 3-D forms. May include basic fiber structures of stitching, wrapping, feltmaking, papermaking, twining, knitting, crochet, and coiling.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 328A.
Designed to strengthen a working understanding on non-loom fiber structures. Emphasis on development of personal expression within media.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 184, 223, 318, 321; 132 or 287; AH 111A, 111B
Introduction to learning how to think more conceptually through creating print ads primarily by understanding the foundations of setting an objective, planning a creative strategy, identifying a target; and by learning various ways to think creatively.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 318, 321, 327, 331.
Engages topics regarding the profession of Graphic Design, including portfolio and resume development, presentations, interview skills, pricing and negotiating, ethical guidelines, and project organizational skills.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 324. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B, 3 units 100-level AH
Examination of factors influencing the development and understanding of contemporary art focusing on examples in art from the mid-twentieth century to the present.
Letter grade only (A-F).
Prerequisite: BFA Graphic Design major or consent of instructor.
Advanced design course, examining and creating traditional, alternative and experimental solutions across a variety of media.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 323. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.) Student-owned laptop computer is required. See Department website for current hardward and software specifications.
Prerequisites: BFA Graphic Design major or consent of instructor.
Development of concept and design advertising projects that are strategically sound, creatively unexpected, innovative and of portfolio quality.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 329. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.) Student-owned laptop computer is required. See Department website for current hardward and software specifications.
Prerequisites: ART 334, 335 or consent of instructor.
Learn and practice in-depth research and analytical procedures that establish visual concept development and create systematic applications design.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 322B. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab) Student-owned laptop computer is required. See Department website for current hardward and software specifications.
Prerequisites: BFA Graphic Design Major and ART 321, 334, 335, or consent of Instructor
Materials, processes and the design of packaging.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 325. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab) Student-owned laptop computer is required. See Department website for current hardward and software specifications.
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 241; AH 111A, 111B.
Further study of black and white darkroom and camera work and the possibilities of the black and white digital photograph. Development of series and bodies of work.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 251A, 181; AH 111A, 111B.
Design problems with handbuilt ceramic forms with emphasis on surface.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 251B, 181; AH 111A, 111B.
Design problems with wheel-thrown ceramic forms with emphasis on surface.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
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.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 341A.
Advanced studies in ceramic sculpture.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 341B.
Advanced studies in ceramic form employing the potters wheel.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 149, 6 units from AH 113A, 113B, 111A, 111B.
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.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 349B. (6 hrs. lab)
Prerequisite: ART 130, 131, 251A or 251B, 181; AH 111A, 111B.
Nature of raw materials as they relate to the development of clay bodies and ceramic glazes.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 251A or 251B, 181; AH 111A, 111B.
Use of plaster molds for making ceramic art including press molds, slip casting, and jiggering.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 221; AH 111A, 111B.
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.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 221; AH 111A, 111B.
Intermediate study of tools and processes of making complex wooden structures. Layout techniques, joinery methods, and non-rectilinear form are explored in greater detail.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab)
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.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units. (6 hrs. lab.) Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 355A.
Prerequisite: ART 130, 131, 181; AH 111A, 111B; 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.)
Prerequisites: For ART 357A: ART 130, 131, 181, 287; 6 units from: AH 111A, 111B. For ART 357B: ART 357A.
Design and creation of jewelry.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 357A.
Design and creation of flatware and hollowware.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 357A.
Design and creation of flatware and hollowware.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 261, 263; AH 111A, 111B, 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).
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).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 261; AH 111A, 111B.
Historical, theoretical and technical emphasis on a range of approaches to observation-based art. Emphasis on figurative traditions, interpretive abstraction, in addition to considering the role of observational study in science and the broader social field. Non-medium specific.
Course fee may be required. (6 hours lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 261, 181, 263; AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Introduction to basic fabrication techniques, tools, building concepts and design principles using wood, metal and construction materials.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Not open for credit for students with credit in ART 363.
Prerequisites: ART 363 or 363A or consent of instructor.
Exploration of advanced techniques in dimensional fabrication, from building in architectural scale to model making. Emphasis is on complex structures, installation building and formal issues related to traditional and construction materials.
Letter grade only (A-F) (6 hrs. lab)
Prerequisites: ART 363 or 363A or consent of instructor.
Exploration of advanced fabrication processes with plastics, subtractive tooling and Computer Aided Manufacturing. Synthesis of a broad range of techniques and technologies of manufacturing with emphasis on the production of art works.
Letter grade only (A-F) (6 hrs. Lab)
Prerequisites: AH 111A, 111B; ART 130, 131; ART 261 or 263; or consent of instructor.
Exploration of basic electronics, mechanics, microcontroller interface, and simple software coding for the creation of works of art. Consideration of form, movement, light, sound, behavior, and interactivity.
(6 hours lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
Prerequisites: ART 318 and 327, or consent of instructor.
Learning the essentials of theory, practice, visual and verbal vocabulary of moving forms. Time, space, image and audio will be emphasized within the context of concept development and design aesthetics.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 386A. Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 318 and 327, or consent of instructor.
Develop skills and principles to design for non-linear environments. Students learn how to, conceptually, theoretically, and aesthetically, design for web standards, information progression, usability, and accessibility.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 386B. Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, AH 111A, 111B.
Technical and historical introduction to all forms of mold making: rubber molds, rigid molds, vacuum forming, life casting, in addition to covering a broad range of casting materials such as resins, foams and composites.
(6 hours lab) Letter grade only (A-F).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 261, 181, AH 111A, 111B.
Exploration of modeling positive forms, creating ceramic-shell molds and sand molds, and casting, finishing and patinating works in metal.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hours lab)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 287; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
For ART 371A: Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 184, 287; AH 111A, 111B.
For ART 371B: Prerequisite: 371A. Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 223 and 271.
Editorial and advertising drawing, professional media, skills and techniques survey.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required.
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181, 184; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
Prerequisites: ART 371A, 372; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 184, 287; AH 111A, 111B; 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).
Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.
Examines the interconnections among global processes and global social problems from the perspectives of art and sociology. Analyzes historical, geographical, class and status components of these problems, and the role of art to promote social change.
Same course as SOC 375. Not open for credit to students with credit in SOC 375.
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 287; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 287; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 287; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184; AH 111A, 111B.
Problems and concepts in drawing using a variety of media.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
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.
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 287; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184; AH 111A, 111B.
Continued study in drawing from the human figure from direct observation.
Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 287; AH 111A, 111B.
Nature and use of the watercolor media.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 287; AH 111A, 111B.
Problems and concepts in space, form, structure, color and content in studio painting.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
Prerequisites: ART 130 and 6 units selected from AH 111A, 111B.
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). (6 hours lab)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 287; AH 111A, 111B.
Theory and practice in the craft of drawing and painting.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 371A or consent of instructor
Drawing from life based on the nude and draped human form and animal forms. Focus on short pose gestural drawing, emphasizing dramatic exaggeration of form and shape, movement, body language and character.
(6 hours lab) Course fee may be required. Letter grade only (A-F).
Prerequisite: ART 371A or consent of instructor.
Introduction to basic principles of traditional hand-drawn animation and creation of basic movement cycles using specific coordinating computer software. Focus on elements of weight, movement, timing and exaggeration. Provides an overview of alternative approaches to animation.
Not open to students with credit in ART 391A. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab) Course fee may be required.
Prerequisite: ART 391
Continued study of basic principles of traditional hand drawn animation and alternative approaches learned in ART 391. Focus on weight, movement, timing, exaggeration, dramatic staging, and narrative structure. Provides further development of animating skills. Specific coordinating computer software is used.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 391B. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab) Course fee may be required.
Prerequisites: ART 371A or consent of instructor
Introduction to basic principles of character design. Overview of stylistic approaches for commercial and alternative applications. Focus on creating original and believable characters with drawing and use of relevant computer software.
(6 hours lab) Course fee may be required. Letter grade only (A-F).
Prerequisites: Completion of 12 units of Art Foundation.
Study of theory and practice in art within a cross-cultural and social justice framework. Applies pedagogical and experiential methodologies to art education practices in a community-based setting. A minimum of 15 hours of community service learning required.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
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 to develop skills, strategies and fluency for working 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.
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.
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).
Examines historical and philosophical foundations of art education globally from antiquity to the present, emphasizing developments in America. Social, political, and economic factors; theoretical developments; notable theoreticians are explored in relation to contemporary art educational practice.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated for a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
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).
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.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
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).
Prerequisites: ART 392.
Pursuit of advanced skills in traditional hand-drawn 2D animation principles and techniques that allow students to develop towards professional standards. Emphasis will be on character performance and acting, directing and film making, and creating a professional reel.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 416.
Further development in advanced traditional hand-drawn 2D animation principles and techniques that allow students to continue towards professional standards. Focus will be on completion of short animated projects for inclusion on a professional animation reel.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
BFA Graphic Design Major of consent of instructor.
Advanced Media Design Course, emphasizing the invention of new design paradigms in the evolving landscape of immersive technologies.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab)
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).
Prerequisites: ART 223 and 318, or consent of instructor. Freshmen are prohibited from enrolling in upper-division courses.
Emphasis on advanced/highly-detailed informational layout, traditional and experimental typeface design and exploration of historical and contemporary typographic forms.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours activity)
Prerequisites: ART 334, 335, 336, 337
Advanced projects in areas such as branding, design systems development and cross-media work.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 422A. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.) Student-owned laptop computer is required. See Department website for current hardward and software specifications.
Prerequisites: ART 335, 423
Advanced advertising course allowing students to produce work based on their area of interest. It is public service oriented.
Not open for credit to students with credit in ART 422B. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.) Student-owned laptop computer is required. See department website for current hardward/software specifications.
Prerequisites: ART 391 or 476 or consent of instructor.
Introduction to animating with 3D computer animation software. Explores basic three-dimensional computer generated animation, including modeling, rigging, lighting, texturing and camera set-up with emphasis on character animation. Integration of elements within the animation process will be investigated.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisite: For 427: ART 426. For 527: ART 526
Continued investigation of 3D computer generated animation using industry standard computer software. Focus will be on advanced character animation with an emphasis on character performance and advanced computer animation techniques.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131; AH 111A, 111B.
Exploration of weaving and dying methods using a wide variety of techniques and materials. Emphasis on personal expression within the contemporary idiom.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 428A.
Focus on woven structural textiles of greater complexity. Includes dyed and woven Ikat, multi-layered construction, and use of the Compu-doby loom.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181; ART 132 or 287; AH 111A, 111B.
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 in different semesters. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 181; ART 132 or 287; ART 317 or 328A; ART 428A or 430.
Designed for the advanced Fiber students. Conceptual assignments use materials and media from a wide range of fiber processes. Reading assignments and group discussions.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Historical/theoretical and practical/technical introduction to digital video and other art practices involving digital media.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Course fee may be required.
Prerequisite: ART 436A.
Continuation of ART 436A with more advanced projects, introduction of more specialized software and equipment, and alternative modes of display.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.) Course fee may be required.
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, and 6 units selected from AH 111A, 111B, or consent of instructor.
Exploration of theory and practice of developing, proposing and producing artist-initiated and commissioned temporary and permanent works for the public sphere. Historical overview of the field of public art. Consideration of viewpoints influencing evaluation, production, selection, and commissioning of works.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
Prerequisite: Graphic Design 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 6 hrs. per week.
May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisite: ART 340.
Presentation of advanced printing techniques and darkroom skills. Including printing chemistry, refined negative making, printing materials and supports. Extensive exploration of the view camera.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites: ART 340, 444.
Designed to explore camera, laboratory techniques and professional practices as applied to studio work in photography.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
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.
Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: ART 360A or consent of instructor.
Exploration of media and strategies including performance, installation, video, electronic and other time-based practice with emphasis on participatory, relational, installation and presentational concerns.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 360A, 450A or consent of instructor.
Continuation of ART 450A. Exploration of media and strategies including performance, installation, video, electronic and other time-based practice with emphasis on newly developed and emergent media.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisite: A: ART 343A or 343B. B: ART 451A.
Individual problems in ceramics.
(6 hrs. lab.) Letter grade only (A-F).
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).
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).
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).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 131, 149 or 349, 261; AH 111A, 111B, 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).
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).
Prerequisites: ART 361, 367A and B.
Historical, theoretical and technical emphasis on a wide array of approaches in observational study: from figurative traditions, to interpretive abstraction, as well as observational study as an exploration of the social field. Non-medium specific.
Letter grade only (A-F) Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
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).
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181, 184, 271 or consent of instructor.
Storyboarding for television and feature films application. Focus on sequential structure of film including pacing and continuity related to storytelling. 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). Course fee may be required.
Prerequisite: for 473: ART 406A, or 444, 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. Letter grade only (A-F).
Prerequisites: Advanced standing in Sculpture or consent of instructor.
Critical analysis of contemporary sculpture and time-based art practice, and investigation of key theoretical, historical and contemporary issues.
Letter grade only. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in different semesters.
Prerequisites: ART 130, 241, or 149, 181; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
Prerequisites: For 476: ART 130, 131, 181, 184. For 576: graduate student in Art or consent of instructor.
Investigation of a variety of basic animation techniques as alternatives to traditional hand-drawn character animation with emphasis on understanding movement, weight, timing, and sequential aesthetics.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab)
Prerequisite: For ART 478: ART 476. For ART 578: ART 576.
Further investigation of principles and techniques of alternative approaches to traditional hand-drawn character animation learned in Art 476. Focus on weight, movement, timing, and time-based aesthetic strategies. Provides continued development of animating skills. Specific coordinating computer software is used.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab)
Prerequisites: ART 130, 181,184, 287; AH 111A, 111B.
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).
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).
Prerequisites: ART 223 or consent of instructor
Focuses on the book or magazine (electronic or print) as an art form and the image/word relationship within the context of sequential aesthetics. Addresses the editorial and visual issues of pacing, continuity, and closure.
Letter grade only (A–F). Course fee may be required. (6 hrs lab.)
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).
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).
Prerequisites: ART 365 or 366 or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
Advanced course developing student's ability to create interactive experiences. Students start building smart interactions within non- linear environments and/or narrative structures.
Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
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).
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Topics of current interest in the visual arts selected for intensive study.
May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units with different topics. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes.
Prerequisites: Consent of instructor.
Topics of current interest in the visual arts selected for intensive study.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 12 units with different topics. Topics announced in the Schedule of Classes. (6 hrs. lab.)
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.
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.
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.
Prerequisites: Senior Illustration/Animation Major
Planning, preparation, and participation in program group exhibition. Submission of digital files of artwork from exhibition to program head. Required by all Illustration/Animation majors. Should be taken in the final semester of student's BFA program.
Credit/No Credit grading only. (2 hrs. lab)
Prerequisites: Senior Sculpture major; consent of instructor.
Students complete work, organize 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.
Prerequisite: ART 496A. Corequisite: ART 496B.
Planning and installation of a public exhibition of creative work completed in ART 496 A-B.
Credit/No credit grading only. (2 hours lab.)
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.
Prerequisites/Corequisites: ART 384 or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in life drawing.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
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).
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.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
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).
Prerequisites: Drawing and Painting major. Completion of 6 to 12 units of required 400 level classes in Drawing and Painting including (but not limited to) ART 481 or 487 and ART 483 or 484.
Extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in drawing and/or painting. First of two sequential semesters, limited to three units each semester, totaling 6 units as the culmination of a student's BFA degree program in Drawing and Painting. Letter grade only (A-F) (6 hours lab.)
Prerequisite: ART 496A. Corequisite: ART 491G
Extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in drawing and/or painting. Second of two sequential semesters, limited to three units each semester, totaling 6 units as the culmination of a student's BFA degree program in Drawing and Painting.
Letter grade only. (6 hours lab.)
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).
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.)
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.)
Prerequisites Illustration /Animation Major or consent of instructor
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems
related to animation.
Letter grade only (A-F) May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisite: Illustration major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in illustration or biomedical art.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisite: ART 458A or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in metalsmithing and jewelry.
Letter grade only (A-F). 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.)
Prerequisites: Drawing and Painting Major or consent of instructor
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in drawing and/or painting.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be taken for a maximum of 3 units in the same semester and a maximum of 9 units in different semesters. 6 hours lab.)
Prerequisite: Sculpture major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty suprvision on individual problems in sculpture.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 3 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.) Course fee may be required.
Prerequisite: 3-D Media major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work with faculty supervision on individual problems in textile design.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and 9 units in different semesters. (6 hrs. lab.)
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. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hours lab).
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. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
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. Letter grade only (A-F). (6 hrs. lab.)
Prerequisite: Graphic Design major or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive contract work with faculty supervision on problems in visual communications design.
Letter grade only (A-F). 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.)
Prerequisites: ART 406A, or 444, or consent of instructor.
Opportunity for extensive work, with faculty supervision, on individual problems in photography as an art form.
Letter grade only (A-F). May be repeated to a maximum of 6 units in the same semester and a total of 9 units in different semesters. Course fee may be required. (6 hrs. lab.)
