2021-22 Academic Catalog

Department of Art

This is an archived copy of the 2021-22 catalog. To access the most recent version of the catalog, please visit http://catalog.msstate.edu.

Department Head: Critz Campbell
Office: 102 Freeman

Academic Advisor: Audra Gines

Mission

The Department of Art’s primary undergraduate responsibilities include educating professional artists with concentrations in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, and Photography; preparing students for a career or advanced study; offering courses that fulfill University requirements; and providing an active art gallery to serve the University, the community, and region.

Bachelor of Fine Arts

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree is a professional studio degree. The B.F.A. degree is earned after successful completion of an intensive, 4 year program that provides the student with a series of in-depth studio experiences leading to thesis/senior presentation balanced by studies in humanities, communication, mathematics, and sciences.

The B.F.A. degree may also serve as a preparation for graduate studies-usually the Master of Fine Arts degree in studio art or design.

Admission

Art-Undeclared (UART) - All students desiring to major in art will be admitted into Art-Undeclared in the Department of Art at Mississippi State University. Students will declare their concentration following successful passage of the Foundation Portfolio Review in that concentration.

Concentrations

In the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, a student may choose a concentration from the following: Fine Arts, Graphic Design, and Photography.

Transfer Requirements

As part of the Articulation Agreement between Mississippi Junior and Community Colleges and the state’s four-year universities, the following courses will automatically transfer to MSU.  A grade of “C” or better is required in each class to be accepted by the Department of Art.

  • ART 1213 Drawing I
  • ART 1223 Drawing II
  • ART 1123 Design I (2-D)
  • ART 1133 Design II (Color)
  • ART 1013 Art History I
  • ART 1023 Art History II
  • ART 1153 3D Design.

Images of articulated studio coursework work should be submitted to https://msuart.submittable.com/submit for review by the Department of Art Faculty to ensure success in the department’s Foundation Portfolio Review.

The MSU Department of Art reserves the right to deny or accept transfer courses not covered by the Articulation Agreement as applicable to the B.F.A. degree based on portfolio evaluation. This review requires the submission of artwork completed in studio courses and course descriptions (and in some cases, syllabi) from classes completed for credit at other institutions. Artwork and course information must be uploaded at https://msuart.submittable.com/submit

Foundation Portfolio Review Requirements

All Art majors are required to participate in the Foundation Portfolio Review. 

For students interested in the Fine Arts concentration (Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, and Sculpture), the Foundation Portfolio Review will take place in the spring semester of each year. The review is a faculty evaluation of student work from a minimum of 18 credit hours completed in the following courses: Drawing I, Drawing II, Design I, Design II, 3-D Design, and Introduction to Computing for Art. The Foundation Portfolio Review will result in an "accept" or "deny" into the Fine Arts concentration. 

For students interested in the Photography concentration, the Foundation Portfolio Review will take place in the fall and spring semester of each year. The review is a faculty evaluation of student work from a minimum of 18 credit hours completed in the following courses: Drawing I, Drawing II, Design I, Design II, 3-D Design, and Photography Survey. The Foundation Portfolio Review will result in an “accept” or “deny” into the Photography concentration.

For students interested in Graphic Design, the Foundation Portfolio Review for entrance into that concentration will take place in the fall semester of each year. The review is a faculty evaluation of student work from a minimum of 18 credit hours completed in the following courses: Drawing I, Drawing II, Design I, Design II, 3-D Design, and Introduction to Computing for Art. The Foundation Portfolio Review will result in an “accept” or “deny” in the Graphic Design concentration.

Students accepted (by faculty evaluation) into the Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or Photography concentration may begin the concentration sequence of courses. Students denied may remain in the art program and resubmit a portfolio in the next Review. Students cannot pursue a concentration in which they have been denied twice. They will have to choose another concentration in order to pursue a B.F.A. in Art at Mississippi State.

Entry into Graphic Design is competitive. Contact the Advising Coordinator for more information.

Senior Presentation Requirements

Senior Graphic Design students are required to present a portfolio and present an exhibition.  Senior students in the other concentrations are required to present an exhibition as degree requirements. These final presentation requirements are fulfilled in capstone courses; ART 4640 Advanced Studio - Graphic Design for students in the Graphic Design concentration; ART 4083 Senior Research and ART 4093 Senior Thesis for students in the Fine Arts concentration area; and ART 4583 Photographic Portfolio I and ART 4593 Photographic Portfolio II for students in the Photography concentration.

Computer and Camera Requirements

The Department of Art requires all incoming Art majors to purchase certain technology and equipment necessary for production and presentation of artwork within departmental courses. All incoming students are required to purchase a personal laptop computer and software upon enrollment into their first semester courses. The required computer and software must be selected from an approved departmental list of minimum hardware and software requirements available on the Department of Art web site.

Financial aid that includes this requirement may be available by contacting the MSU Student Financial Aid and Scholarship office.

Additionally, upon enrollment in ART 2103 Photography Survey, students will be required to purchase a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera. The required camera must be selected from an approved departmental list of minimum specifications. The approved list is available on the Department of Art web site.

Student Materials Fee

Additional fees associated with class materials, technology and laboratory materials are required of students and are automatically assessed to the students.

Bachelor of Fine Arts

General Education and College Requirements

English Composition6
English Composition I
Expanded English Composition I
English Composition II
Accelerated Composition II
Humanities6
See General Education courses
Math6
College Algebra
Additional Math Class higher than MA 1313 --See General Education courses
Fine Arts3
See Art History and Theory Program
Social Sciences6
See General Education courses
Natural Sciences6-8
See General Education courses
Math/Science Elective3
See General Education courses

Fine Arts Concentration

(Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, and Sculpture)

Foundation Program
ART 1123Design I3
ART 1133Design II3
ART 1153Three-Dimensional Design3
ART 1213Drawing I3
ART 1223Drawing II3
ART 2803Introduction to Computing for Art 13
Survey Program
ART 2503Ceramic Art Survey3
ART 2013Painting Survey3
ART 2213Life Drawing I3
ART 2303Printmaking Survey3
ART 2403Sculpture Survey3
ART 2103Photography Survey3
Art History and Theory Program
ART 1013Art History I 23
ART 1023Art History II 23
Art History Electives9
Fine Arts Concentration Program 3
Intermediate Studio Requirement - 3 hours chosen from the list below:3
Drawing III
3D Seminar
Intermediate Studio Electives3
See advisor for list of approved electives
Advanced Studio Electives12
See advisor for list of approved electives
Advanced Studio Requirements6
Advanced Studio - Fine Arts 4
Capstone Courses6
Senior Research 5
Senior Thesis 5
Electives9
Art Studio Electives
choose 6 hours
General Elective
choose 3 hours
Total Hours123

Graphic Design Concentration

Foundation Program 1
ART 1123Design I3
ART 1133Design II3
ART 1153Three-Dimensional Design3
ART 1213Drawing I3
ART 1223Drawing II3
ART 2803Introduction to Computing for Art 23
CO 1003Fundamentals of Public Speaking3
Survey Program
Choose four of the following courses:12
Painting Survey
Life Drawing I
Printmaking Survey
Sculpture Survey
Photography Survey
Ceramic Art Survey
Art History and Theory Program
ART 1013Art History I 33
ART 1023Art History II 33
ART 3163History of Graphic Design3
Art History Electives6
Concentration Core
ART 2813Intermediate Computing for Designers3
ART 3313Graphic Art Design I3
ART 3323Graphic Art Design II3
ART 4103The Art of Typography and Layout I3
ART 4403Advertising Design I3
ART 4640Advanced Studio - Graphic Design3-9
ART 4883Graphic Design for the Internet3
Concentration Electives
Must be selected from list or with consent of Concentration Coordinator.12
Illustration
Digital Photography
Introduction to Print Production
The Art of Typography and Layout II
Advertising Design II
Internship in Graphic Art Design
Advanced Print Production
Introduction of Multimedia I Design and Authoring
Advanced Studio - Computer Art and Design
Electives9
Art Studio Electiveschoose 6 hours
General Electivechoose 3 hours
Total Hours123

Photography Concentration

Foundation Program
ART 1123Design I3
ART 1133Design II3
ART 1153Three-Dimensional Design3
ART 1213Drawing I3
ART 1223Drawing II3
CO 1003Fundamentals of Public Speaking3
Survey Program
ART 2103Photography Survey3
ART 2303Printmaking Survey3
Choose two of the following:6
Painting Survey
Life Drawing I
Sculpture Survey
Ceramic Art Survey
Art History and Theory Program
ART 1013Art History I3
ART 1023Art History II3
ART 3633History of Photography (or approved photo/film based art history course)3
Art History Electives6
Concentration Core
ART 3223Darkroom Basics3
ART 3233Studio Lighting3
ART 3873Digital Photography3
ART 4223Alternative Photography3
or ART 4443 Alternative Color
ART 4583Photographic Portfolio I3
ART 4593Photographic Portfolio II3
Concentration Electives
Must be selected from list or with consent of Concentration Coordinator.12
Intermediate Darkroom
Printmaking II
Gallery Management
Alternative Photography
Alternative Color
Advanced Studio - Photography
Internship in Fine Art
Digital Imaging
Digital Communication
Art Studio Electives15
Total Hours123

Art Minor

The Department of Art offers a minor in Art. The minor consists of 18 credit hours of courses with an ART prefix. One or more 1000-level courses and one 2000-level course must be completed in addition to at least three 3000- or 4000-level courses. For an Art minor, a student may take all Art studio courses or a combination of Studio and Art History.

Art History Minor

A minor in Art History consists of 18 credit hours. A student must take

ART 1013Art History I3
ART 1023Art History II3
Choose four of the following: 12
Italian Renaissance Art History
Directed Writings in Modern Art History
Art and Film
Art in France: 1850-1900
Roman Baroque Art
Medieval Stained Glass
The Gothic Cathedral
The History of Art and Religion
Critical Issues in Recent Art
Other approved Art History courses
Total Hours18

Accreditation

Mississippi State University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.

Courses

ART 1001 First Year Seminar: 1 hour.

One hour lecture. First-year seminars explore a diverse arrary of topics that provide students with an opportunity to learn about a specific discipline from skilled faculty members

ART 1013 Art History I: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. The study of art from prehistoric times to the Renaissance through the architecture, sculpture, painting and minor arts of the western world

ART 1023 Art History II: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. Art from the Renaissance to the present studied chronologically through the architecture, painting, sculpture, and minor arts of the western world

ART 1113 Art Appreciation: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. An illustrated lecture course dealing with periods, styles, and personalities in painting, sculpture, and architecture. Honors section available

ART 1123 Design I: 3 hours.

Six hours studio. A basic study of the fundamental elements and principles of design with an emphasis on compostion

ART 1133 Design II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 1123). Six hours studio. A continued study of the fundamental elements and principles of design with an emphasis on the theory and application of color

ART 1153 Three-Dimensional Design: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 1123 or ARC 2536). Six hours studio. An study of the organization of the principles and elements of art as they apply to three-dimensional artwork

ART 1213 Drawing I: 3 hours.

Six hours laboratory. A freehand drawing course for all students interested in the visual arts. This course offers the basic vocabulary for a graphic notation

ART 1223 Drawing II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 1213). Six hours studio. A continuation of ART 1213 further developing conceptual and perceptual use of drawing tools, processes and materials. Black and white, and color media explored

ART 2013 Painting Survey: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 1123 and ART 1213). Six hours laboratory. The fundamentals of oil paintings and composition

ART 2103 Photography Survey: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 1123 and ART 1213). One hour lecture. Three hours studio. The fundamentals and aesthetics of black and white photography relating to graphic design and the fine arts

ART 2213 Life Drawing I: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 1213 and ART 1223). Six hours laboratory. A drawing class with emphasis on the basic forms and proportions of the human figure

ART 2233 Drawing III: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 1223). Six hours laboratory. A continuation of ART 1223 to develop further drawing skills and concepts for advanced students

ART 2303 Printmaking Survey: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 1123, ART 1133, and ART 1223). Six hours studio. Introduction to the basic techniques and concepts of intaglio and relief printmaking

ART 2403 Sculpture Survey: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 1123 or ART 1153 or permission of instructor). Six hours studio. Introduction to the basic concepts, materials, and processes of sculpture by exploring modeling, casting, carving and constructing

ART 2503 Ceramic Art Survey: 3 hours.

Six hours studio. Introduction to the processes of ceramic art including hand built forms, wheel thrown pottery and glazing

ART 2803 Introduction to Computing for Art: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 1133 and ART 1223 or permission of the instructor). One hour lecture. Four hours studio. Introduction to desktop computer hardware, operating systems, and application software in the visual arts and design

ART 2813 Intermediate Computing for Designers: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2803, pass second year portfolio review, open only to Graphic Design Majors or Consent of Instructor). One hour lecture. Four hours studio. Further instruction about desktop computer hardware, operating systems, application software and beginning concept development specific to the graphic design industry for graphic design majors

ART 2904 Introduction to Film: 4 hours.

Three hour lecture. Two hours lab. A basic introduction to the study of film language, history, and theory, emphasizing aesthetic, technological, and socio-cultural developments of film form. (Same as CO 2904 and EN 2904)

ART 2990 Special Topics in Art: 1-9 hours.

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)

ART 3023 Painting II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite:ART 2013 ). Six hours studio. Observational based painting. A study of mediums and techniques in painting in continuation of ART 2013

ART 3033 Non-Representational Painting: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite:ART 2013).Six hours studio. Introduction to non-representational painting. Intermediate painting with further emphasis on the skills and techniques of painting

ART 3043 Figurative Painting: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite:ART 2013 and ART 2213). Six hours studio. Introduction into painting the figure. A continuation of ART 2013 to further develop skill in use of the medium and formal organization of subject matter in painting

ART 3053 Watercolor Painting: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 1123 and ART 1213). Six hours laboratory. The technique and use of various water-soluble painting mediums

ART 3143 Italian Renaissance Art History: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. The history of art in Italy in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, emphasizing the religious monuments of the period. (Same as REL 2143)

ART 3163 History of Graphic Design: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite:Pass second year portfolio review, open only to Graphic Design Majors or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. A survey of the history of graphic design from pre-writing to digital

ART 3213 Life Drawing II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 2213). Six hours studio. Further study in rendering the human figure

ART 3223 Darkroom Basics: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2103 or consent of instructor.) Six hours studio. The course is an introduction to the traditional photographic darkroom

ART 3233 Studio Lighting: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites:ART 2103 or permission of instructor). Six hours studio. The course is an introduction to the professional studio lighting techniques

ART 3243 Intermediate Darkroom: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Art 2103 and ART 3223 or permission of instructor). One hour lecture. Four hours studio. Advanced techniques of photographic processes in black and white with emphasis on aesthetics

ART 3253 Photogram: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2103 or permission of the instructor). Six hours studio. The course explores the photogram technique as a photographic tool to create a fine art image

ART 3263 Scanography: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2103 or permission of the instructor). Six hours studio. The course explores the scanner as a photographic tool to create a fine art image. Students will learn a variety of approaches to creating fine art photographic images using a scanner

ART 3303 Printmaking II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 2303). Six hours studio. Continued exploration of the print as a medium of creative expression

ART 3313 Graphic Art Design I: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2803, ART 2813). Six hours studio. Introduction to the art and process of design in printed communication. Students develop graphic skills with an emphasis placed upon conceptual development, research, production and both visual and verbal presentation skills

ART 3323 Graphic Art Design II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 3313). Six hours studio. The execution of a series of design projects promoting an awareness of different forms of printed visual communication

ART 3403 Printmaking III: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite:ART 2303 and ART 3303) Six hours studio. Exploration of traditional and contemporary relief printmaking techniques,with emphasis on woodcut and collograph methods. Aesthetic, technical, and conceptual development stressed

ART 3443 Illustration: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2013 and ART 3053). Six hours studio. A course introducing issues and instrumentation related to standards in the professional field of illustration emphasizing mixed-media processes

ART 3503 Ceramic Art II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 2503). Six hours studio. Elementary glaze formulation, surface decoration, kiln firing, wheel thrown and hand built form

ART 3513 Sculpture II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 2403). Six hours studio. Further exploration of concepts and processes of sculpture, including mold making and armature building. Beginning development of personal language of expression

ART 3523 3D Seminar: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2403 or ART 2503). Six hours studio. Research and investigation of the origins, community, process, and message of contemporary three-dimensional art and craft

ART 3603 Directed Writings in Modern Art History: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. History of the 20th Century Art with emphasis on scholarly writing, reading, and analyzing of contemporary models and varieties of writing

ART 3613 Art and Film: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. This course explores the rich and complex relationship between the visual arts and film

ART 3623 Art in France: 1850-1900: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. This class explores one of the most dynamic periods of artistic production in the entire history of art

ART 3633 History of Photography: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. The history of still photography as a fine art from its beginning to present

ART 3643 Art of the Graphic Novel: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. An introduction to the history of the extended comic strip, or graphic novel, and to examples of this art form's major works

ART 3653 Roman Baroque Art: 3 hours.

Three hour lecture. An examination of the art and architecture created in Rome in the 17th Century

ART 3663 Medieval Stained Glass: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture.An examination of the history of Medieval stained glass from the points of view of technique, material,style, and cultural/historical significance

ART 3673 The Gothic Cathedral: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. An examination of the art, architecture, religion, politics, and culture of 13th century French Gothic Cathedrals

ART 3683 The History of Art and Religion: 3 hours.

Three hours lecture. An examination of the histories, functions, and controversies of visual imagery created in the service of religion/spirituality

ART 3801 Art Field Study: 1 hour.

(Prerequisite: Successful completion of Art Concentration Portfolio Review). One hour lecture. A field study of the masters in fine art, graphic design and photography fields in the context of a significant, national art center

ART 3803 Gallery Management: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 1123 and ART 1213). One hour lecture. Four hours laboratory. The study of gallery operations, techniques of curation, artists ethics, installation procedures and gallery management of an art gallery

ART 3813 Study Abroad Seminar I: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 1213 or consent of instructor.) Three hours seminar. Six weeks of on-site instruction in Italy as part of the CAAD Italy study abroad program. Course content will vary to reflect the expertise of the instructor (Same as ARC 3813 and ID 3813.)

ART 3823 Study Abroad Seminar II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 1213 or consent of instructor.) Three hours seminar. Six weeks of on-site instruction in Italy as part of the CAAD Italy study abroad program. Course content will vary to reflect the expertise of the instructor (Same as ARC 3823 and ID 3823)

ART 3873 Digital Photography: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2103 or permission of instructor). Six hours studio. The techniques and aesthetics of digital imagery emphasizing the use of digital photographic input and output processes

ART 3913 Introduction to Print Production: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites:ART 3323 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. This class is an introduction to digital print techniques, client work, and the responsibilities and role of graphic designers

ART 4000 Directed Individual Study in Art: 1-6 hours.

Hours and credits to be arranged

ART 4053 Watermedia Painting: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite:ART 3053) Six hours studio. An in-depth exploration of water based painting media utilitzing watercolor and acrylic mediums in the creation of a body of two dimensional artworks

ART 4083 Senior Research: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Senior Standing and consent of instructor, corequisite ART 4620). Three hours lecture. The application of research methods for the fine artist in contemporary society

ART 4093 Senior Thesis: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: Senior Standing and consent of instructor, corequisite ART 4620). Three hours lecture. Execution of a thesis exhibition and portfolio materials

ART 4103 The Art of Typography and Layout I: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2803, ART 2813). Six hours laboratory. The art and process of presenting written communication in graphic form

ART 4113 The Art of Typography and Layout II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 4103/6103). Six hours studio. Advanced problems in presenting written communication in graphic form. Advanced problems as well as additional projects will be required for graduate credit

ART 4123 Screen Printing for Graphic Design: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 3313, ART 4103, or permission of Instructor). Six hours studio. An in-depth look at contemporary methods in designing and screen printing posters and shirts

ART 4124 Topics in Film: 4 hours.

Three hours lecture. Two hours lab. Repeatable under different subtitles with advisor approval. An advanced investigation of specific topics in Film, Film History, Directors, Genre, and/or approaches to its production. Readings and discussions, supplemented by lectures/labs and film screenings. (Same as CO 4124/6124 and EN 4124/6124)

ART 4143 Letterpress for Design: 3 hours.

Prerequisite: ART 3313, ART 4103, or permission of Instructor). Six hours studio. An in-depth look at contemporary methods of designing and letterpress printing identity, postcards and posters

ART 4163 Visual Storytelling: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 3313, ART 4103). Six hours studio. Exploration of methods, processes and fundamental skills integral to visual storytelling as it relates to advertising and branding. Students will gain experience creating conceptually driven branded stories, including writing, producing, art directing, and editing

ART 4223 Alternative Photography: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 2103 or consent of instructor.) One hour lecture. Four hours studio. Alternative photographic processes in black and white with emphasis on aesthetics

ART 4323 Advanced Printmaking: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 2303, ART 3303, and ART 3403). Six hours studio. Exploration of advanced printmaking concepts and techniques. Emphasizes refining a personal aesthetic using previously learned print processes with plate lithographic techniques

ART 4343 Drawing IV: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 2233 at both levels and consent of instructor for 6343). Six hours laboratory. A continuation of ART 2233 to develop further skills for advanced students

ART 4403 Advertising Design I: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 3323 and ART 4103/6103, and consent of instructor). Six hours laboratory. Course requiring ideational, image making, graphic design and typographic skills to meet rigorous conceptual/visual standards pertinent to creating a brand of a company's identity

ART 4413 Advertising Design II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 4403/6403 and consent of instructor). Six hours laboratory. An advanced course requiring interaction on a professional level, working with realistic agency-client situations in order to develop efficient, distinguishable and competitive promotional campaigns

ART 4423 Presentation Skills for Designers: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 3313, ART 4103). Six hours studio. Development of pitching and presentation skills, achieved through practice, coaching, and critique. Students will learn to pitch their ideas, their campaigns, their portfolios, and themselves

ART 4443 Alternative Color: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2103 or permission of instructor). One hours lecture. Four hours studio. Alternative photographic processes in color with emphasis on aesthetics

ART 4453 Ceramics-Handbuilding: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2503 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. Advanced skills and professional practices focused on non-wheel forming techniques for creative expression in clay. May be taken twice for credit

ART 4463 Ceramics-Wheel Technique: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2503 or consent of instructor.) Six hours studio. Advanced skills and professional practices focused on the potter’s wheel as a tool for creative expression. May be taken twice for credit

ART 4473 Ceramics-Glaze Formation: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2503 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. Advanced skills and professional practices focused on the chemistry of ceramic glazes and developing various application techniques. May be taken twice for credit

ART 4483 Ceramics-Professional Practices: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2503 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. Advanced skills with a focus on the development of a marketable aesthetic and professional practices. May be taken twice for credit

ART 4523 Internship in Graphic Art Design: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Art 3313 and senior standing). Supervised instruction Graphic Design. Advanced problems will be required for graduate credit. May be taken for credit more than once

ART 4533 Ceramic Art III: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 3503). Six hours studio. Advanced problems in glaze formulation, kiln technology and wheel thrown and hand built forms

ART 4573 Critical Issues in Recent Art: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 3603 or an equivalent course on 20th Century art and consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Discussion of major developments and issues in contemporary art, focusing on the period 1980 to present

ART 4583 Photographic Portfolio I: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: senior standing, Photography concentration majors or permission of instructor). Six hours studio. This course is an introduction to the professional practices in photography and the development of a portfolio. May be taken twice for credit

ART 4593 Photographic Portfolio II: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 4583 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. This course is an extension of the professional practices in photography and the completion with an exhibition of a portfolio from ART 4583

ART 4600 Advanced Studio-Drawing: 3-9 hours.

May be taken for credit more than once. Hours and credit to be arranged and shall not exceed a total of nine hours for all advanced studies in any one semester. (Prerequisite: ART 4343 and permission of instructor). Advanced study in drawing. Further development of studio skills. Course encourages analysis and criticism, development of personal aesthetic, and further exploration of content and expression

ART 4610 Advanced Studio - Painting: 3-9 hours.

May be taken for credit more than once. Hours and credit to be arranged and shall not exceed a total of nine hours for all advanced studios in any one semester. (Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). This course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic, social, ethical and related issues

ART 4620 Advanced Studio - Fine Arts: 1-9 hours.

(May be taken for credit more than once).( 1-9 ) Hours and credit to be arranged and shall not exceed a total of nine hours for all advanced studies in one semester. (Prerequisite: Senior Standing and consent of instructor). This course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic, social, ethical and related issues

ART 4630 Advanced Studio - Sculpture: 3-9 hours.

May be taken for credit more than once. Hours and credit to be arranged and shall not exceed a total of nine hours for all advanced studios in any one semester. Six hours studio. Further development of a personal sculptural aesthetic through media of choice

ART 4640 Advanced Studio - Graphic Design: 3-9 hours.

(3-9). May be taken for credit more than once. Hours and credit to be arranged and shall not exceed a total of nine hours for all advanced studios in any one semester. (Prerequisite: ART 4403 and consent of instructor). This course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice

ART 4650 Advanced Studio - Ceramics: 3-9 hours.

May be taken for credit more than once. Hours and credit to be arranged and shall not exceed a total of nine hours for all advanced studios in any one semester. This course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic, social, ethical and related issues

ART 4660 Advanced Studio - Photography: 9 hours.

May be taken for credit more than once. Credit and hours to be arranged and shall not exceed a total of nine hours for all advanced studios in any one semester. Six hours studio. This course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic, social, ethical and related issues

ART 4683 Photography Internship: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2103 and consent of instructor). Three hours internship. A supervised professional work experience of 150 hours with a photographer or business in the field of photography. (May be taken for credit more than once)

ART 4693 Internship in Fine Art: 3 hours.

May be taken for credit more than once. (Prerequisite: Consent of department head). Six hours laboratory. Supervised instruction and experience for professional art practice

ART 4713 Advanced Print Production: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite:ART 3913) Six hours studio. A more in-depth look at digital printing techniques through comprehensive work and the responsibilities and roles of graphic design

ART 4723 Advanced Concept Development: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 3323 and ART 4103) Six hour studio. Conceptual development is the primary goal, additionally students will have more comprehensive campaigns in their portfolios. The techniques can be applied to all design courses

ART 4733 Sculpture- Furniture Making: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2403 or ID 4693 or permission of instructor). Six hours studio. An in-depth investigation into the design and execution of contemporary studio furniture. May be taken twice for credit

ART 4743 Sculpture- Metal Fabrication: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2403 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. Introduction to the history and techniques of metalworking including cutting, forming, welding, brazing, finishing, mechanics, kinetics and armature making. May be taken twice for credit

ART 4753 Sculpture- Materials and Processes: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2403 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. Introduction and exploration of materials and processes used in design and production of contemporary objects. May be taken twice for credit

ART 4773 Digital Drawing: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 2013; ART 2803; or ART 2103; or instructor approval). Six hours studio. Utilization of computer software, drawing tablets, cameras, and traditional media to create digital imagery

ART 4813 Introduction of Multimedia I Design and Authoring: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 3313 or Consent of instructor). One hour lecture, five hours laboratory. The design and authoring of interactive multimedia for fine and applied arts using desktop computers. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic and related issues

ART 4863 Advanced Studio - Computer Art and Design: 3 hours.

May be taken for credit more than once. (Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). Six hours laboratory. This course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic, social, ethical and related issues

ART 4873 Digital Imaging: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: Art 2103 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. Application of computer software to generate digital imagery captured with lens-based and related media. Additional projects will be required for graduate credit

ART 4883 Graphic Design for the Internet: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 3313, open only to Graphic Design Majors, or Consent of Instructor). One hour lecture, five hours laboratory. An introduction to graphic design for the Internet, internet history, HTML, image manipulation, and the use of software to facilitate website design

ART 4893 Video Art: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2103 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. This course will address the use of an approved digital camera, computer, and video editing software for digital video input and editing of video in a fine arts context. Advanced problems will be required of graduate students

ART 4924 Film Theory: 4 hours.

Three hours lecture. One hour lab. This course will introduce students to major theoretical positions and modes of analysis used to understand the various frameworks in which to view, criticize, analyze, and (re)contextualize film. (Same as CO 4924/6924, EN 4924/6924)

ART 4990 Special Topics in Art: 1-9 hours.

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)

ART 6103 The Art of Typography and Layout I: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2803, ART 2813). Six hours laboratory. The art and process of presenting written communication in graphic form

ART 6124 Topics in Film: 4 hours.

Three hours lecture. Two hours lab. Repeatable under different subtitles with advisor approval. An advanced investigation of specific topics in Film, Film History, Directors, Genre, and/or approaches to its production. Readings and discussions, supplemented by lectures/labs and film screenings. (Same as CO 4124/6124 and EN 4124/6124)

ART 6223 Alternative Photography: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 2103 or consent of instructor.) One hour lecture. Four hours studio. Alternative photographic processes in black and white with emphasis on aesthetics

ART 6630 Advanced Studio - Sculpture: 3-9 hours.

May be taken for credit more than once. Hours and credit to be arranged and shall not exceed a total of nine hours for all advanced studios in any one semester. Six hours studio. Further development of a personal sculptural aesthetic through media of choice

ART 6650 Advanced Studio - Ceramics: 3-9 hours.

May be taken for credit more than once. Hours and credit to be arranged and shall not exceed a total of nine hours for all advanced studios in any one semester. This course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic, social, ethical and related issues

ART 6660 Advanced Studio - Photography: 3-9 hours.

May be taken for credit more than once. Credit and hours to be arranged and shall not exceed a total of nine hours for all advanced studios in any one semester. Six hours studio. This course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic, social, ethical and related issues

ART 6773 Digital Drawing: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 2013; ART 2803; or ART 2103; or instructor approval). Six hours studio. Utilization of computer software, drawing tablets, cameras, and traditional media to create digital imagery

ART 6813 Introduction to Multimedia I Design and Authoring: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 3313 or Consent of instructor). One hour lecture, five hours laboratory. The design and authoring of interactive multimedia for fine and applied arts using desktop computers. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic and related issues

ART 6863 Advanced Studio - Computer Art and design: 3 hours.

May be taken for credit more than once. (Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). Six hours laboratory. This course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic, social, ethical and related issues

ART 6883 Graphic Design for the Internet: 3 hours.

(Prerequisite: ART 3313, open only to Graphic Design Majors, or Consent of Instructor). One hour lecture, five hours laboratory. An introduction to graphic design for the Internet, internet history, HTML, image manipulation, and the use of software to facilitate website design

ART 6893 Video Art: 3 hours.

(Prerequisites: ART 2103 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. This course will address the use of an approved digital camera, computer, and video editing software for digital video input and editing of video in a fine arts context. Advanced problems will be required of graduate students

ART 6990 Special Topics in Art: 1-9 hours.

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)

ART 7000 Directed Individual Study in Art: 1-6 hours.

Hours and credits to be arranged

ART 8000 Thesis Research/ Thesis in Art: 1-13 hours.

Hours and credits to be arranged

ART 8990 Special Topics in Art: 1-9 hours.

Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)

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