Department of Art
Department Head: Critz Campbell
Office: 102 Freeman
Academic Advisor: Shannon Bacot
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 the production and presentation of artwork within departmental courses. All incoming students are required to have a personal laptop computer and required software. 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 website. https://www.caad.msstate.edu/current-students/art/materials-fees
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. https://www.caad.msstate.edu/current-students/art/materials-fees
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 Composition | 6 | |
| English Composition I | ||
or EN 1104 | Expanded English Composition I | |
| English Composition II | ||
or EN 1173 | Accelerated Composition II | |
| Humanities | 6 | |
See General Education courses | ||
| Math | 3 | |
Math higher than MA 1213 --See General Education courses | ||
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
| See Art History and Theory Program | ||
| Social Sciences | 6 | |
See General Education courses | ||
| Natural Sciences | 6-8 | |
See General Education courses | ||
| Math/Science Elective | 3 | |
See General Education courses | ||
Fine Arts Concentration
(Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, and Sculpture)
| Foundation Program | ||
| ART 1123 | Design I | 3 |
| ART 1133 | Design II | 3 |
| ART 1153 | Three-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ART 1213 | Drawing I | 3 |
| ART 1223 | Drawing II | 3 |
| ART 2803 | Introduction to Computing for ART 1 | 3 |
| Survey Program | ||
| ART 2503 | Ceramic Art Survey | 3 |
| ART 2013 | Painting Survey | 3 |
| ART 2213 | Life Drawing I | 3 |
| ART 2303 | Printmaking Survey | 3 |
| ART 2403 | Sculpture Survey | 3 |
| ART 2103 | Photography Survey | 3 |
| Art History and Theory Program | ||
| ART 1013 | Art History I 2 | 3 |
| ART 1023 | Art History II 2 | 3 |
| Art History Electives | 9 | |
| Fine Arts Concentration Program 3 | ||
| Intermediate Studio Requirement - 3 hours chosen from the list below: | 3 | |
| Drawing III | ||
| 3D Seminar | ||
| Intermediate Studio Electives | 3 | |
See advisor for list of approved electives | ||
| Advanced Studio Electives | 12 | |
See advisor for list of approved electives | ||
| Advanced Studio Requirements | 6 | |
| Advanced Studio - Fine Arts 4 | ||
| Capstone Courses | 6 | |
| Senior Research 5 | ||
| Senior Thesis 5 | ||
| Electives | 9 | |
Art Studio Electives | choose 6 hours | |
General Elective | choose 3 hours | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
- 1
Fulfills Computer Literacy Requirement
- 2
Fulfills Fine Arts General Education Requirement
- 3
Upon successful completion of the Foundation Portfolio Review for the Fine Arts concentration, students proceed into the concentration sequence of courses.
- 4
To be taken in conjunction with ART 4083 Senior Research and ART 4093 Senior Thesis, typically in the final two semesters of coursework
- 5
Senior Capstone experience, co-requisite with 6 hours of ART 4620 Advanced Studio - Fine Arts.
Graphic Design Concentration
| Foundation Program 1 | ||
| ART 1123 | Design I | 3 |
| ART 1133 | Design II | 3 |
| ART 1153 | Three-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ART 1213 | Drawing I | 3 |
| ART 1223 | Drawing II | 3 |
| ART 2803 | Introduction to Computing for ART 2 | 3 |
| CO 1003 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
| 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 1013 | Art History I 3 | 3 |
| ART 1023 | Art History II 3 | 3 |
| ART 3163 | History of Graphic Design | 3 |
| Art History Electives | 6 | |
| Concentration Core | ||
| ART 2813 | Intermediate Computing for Designers | 3 |
| ART 3313 | Graphic Art Design I | 3 |
| ART 3323 | Graphic Art Design II | 3 |
| ART 4103 | The Art of Typography and Layout I | 3 |
| ART 4403 | Advertising Design I | 3 |
| ART 4640 | Advanced Studio - Graphic Design | 3-9 |
| ART 4883 | Graphic Design for the Internet | 3 |
| 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 | ||
| Electives | 9 | |
| Art Studio Electives | choose 6 hours | |
| General Elective | choose 3 hours | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
- 1
The Foundation Portfolio Review is required after successful completion of the Foundation Program.
- 2
Fulfills Computer Literacy requirement
- 3
Fulfills Fine Arts General Education requirement
Photography Concentration
| Foundation Program | ||
| ART 1123 | Design I | 3 |
| ART 1133 | Design II | 3 |
| ART 1153 | Three-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ART 1213 | Drawing I | 3 |
| ART 1223 | Drawing II | 3 |
| CO 1003 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
| Survey Program | ||
| ART 2103 | Photography Survey | 3 |
| ART 2303 | Printmaking Survey | 3 |
| Choose two of the following: | 6 | |
| Painting Survey | ||
| Life Drawing I | ||
| Sculpture Survey | ||
| Ceramic Art Survey | ||
| Art History and Theory Program | ||
| ART 1013 | Art History I | 3 |
| ART 1023 | Art History II | 3 |
| ART 3633 | History of Photography (or approved photo/film based art history course) | 3 |
| Art History Electives | 6 | |
| Concentration Core | ||
| ART 3223 | Darkroom Basics | 3 |
| ART 3233 | Studio Lighting | 3 |
| ART 3873 | Digital Photography | 3 |
| ART 4223 | Alternative Photography | 3 |
| or ART 4443 | Alternative Color | |
| ART 4583 | Photographic Portfolio I | 3 |
| ART 4593 | Photographic Portfolio II | 3 |
| 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 Electives | 15 | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
Accreditation
Mississippi State University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
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 1013 | Art History I | 3 |
| ART 1023 | Art History II | 3 |
| Choose four approved, upper-level Art History courses (contact department for approved list) | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 18 | |
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 studio. 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 studio. The fundamentals of oil paintings and composition
ART 2063 Global Contemporary Art: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course examines the role of visual culture in the age of globalization. Throughout the semester, students will learn various approaches to visual culture studies using theoretical, practical, creative, and philosophical frameworks
ART 2103 Photography Survey: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: ART 1123 and ART 1213). Two hour lecture. Two hour studio. The fundamentals and aesthetics of photography relating to graphic design and the fine arts
ART 2123 Introduction to the Business of Museums: 3 hours.
This introductory course is a general overview of museums as businesses and the professional positions involved in museum operations today. (This course counts as an Art History for Art Majors)
ART 2213 Life Drawing I: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: ART 1213 and ART 1223). Six hours studio. 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 studio. 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 consent of instructor). Six hours studio. Introduction to the basic concepts, materials, and processes of sculpture by exploring modeling, casting, carving and constructing
ART 2413 History and Appreciation of the Artcrafts: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The study of the growth and development of the Art-Crafts through the ages with instructional applications, and practical designs
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 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 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 or consent of the instructor). 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 or consent of the instructor). 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 or consent of the instructor). 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 or consent of the instructor). Six hours studio. The technique and use of various water-soluble painting mediums
ART 3063 Digital Painting: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ART 2013 or consent of the intructor). Six hours studio. An intermediate course exploring the use of the computer and peripheral devices in the creation of raster and vector base drawing and painting
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 or consent of the instructor). 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 consent 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 consent of instructor). Six hours studio. Advanced techniques of photographic processes in black and white with emphasis on aesthetics
ART 3253 Photogram: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: ART 2103 or consent 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 consent 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) 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 or consent of instructor). 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 or consent of instructor). 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 or consent of instructor). 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 or consent of instructor). 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-21st 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 hours 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 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. 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. CAAD 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. CAAD 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 consent 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 4023 Performance Art and Criticism: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will examine performance art and criticism from the early 20th century to the present. Students will study various approaches to performance art using critical analysis, theoretical inquiry, group discussions, and local field trips
ART 4043 History of Digital Art: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ART 1013, ART 1023, ART 2063, or consent of instructor.) Three hours lecture. A survey of digital art practices from the 1950s to the present. Students will learn theoretical, practical, and philosophical influences on digital art
ART 4053 Watermedia Painting: 3 hours.
Six hours studio. An in-depth exploration of water based painting media utilizing watercolor and acrylic mediums in the creation of a body of two dimensional artworks
ART 4073 Visualizing Resistance in the Global South: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ART 1023, ART 2063 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. This course critically examines the art of resistance, protest, and revolution in contemporary visual culture produced in the Global South. Students will investigate responses to political division, sexism, racism, nationalism, and religious discrimination via artistic intervention
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 consent 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 consent of Instructor). Six hours studio. An in-depth look at contemporary methods of designing and letterpress printing identity, postcards and posters
ART 4153 Art in the City: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ART 1013, ART 1023, ART 2063, or consent of instructor.) Three hours lecture. Juniors and seniors only. This course will examine the development and implementation of urban arts projects within a diverse array of social, culture, and political contexts
ART 4163 Visual Storytelling: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: ART 3313, ART 4103, or consent of instructor). 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.) Six hours studio. Alternative photographic processes in black and white with emphasis on aesthetics
ART 4323 Advanced Printmaking: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ART 2303 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. Exploration of advanced printmaking concepts and techniques. Emphasizes refining a personal aesthetic using previously learned print processes with etching and engraving 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 4353 Illustration for Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ART 2813 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. This course will address the concepts, principles, and techniques of illustration for design, emphasizing the visual language to make a harmony between graphic elements and illustration
ART 4373 Motion Graphics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ART 2813 or consent of instructor). Six hours studio. Introduction to the concepts and techniques of motion design with the elements of shapes, forms, and type, emphasizing the visual storytelling by dynamic movements
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, or consent of instructor) Three hours lecture. 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 consent of instructor). One hours lecture. Six 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 or consent of instructor). 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 1013, ART 1023, ART 2063, or 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.
(Prerequisite: ART 4343 and consent of instructor). 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. Advanced study in drawing. Further development of studio skills
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: 3-9 hours.
(Repeatable). (Prerequisite: Senior Standing and consent of instructor). Hours and credit to be arranged and shall not exceed a total of nine hours for all advanced studies in one semester. Course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice. Taken with Senior Research and Thesis to create capstone artwork
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.
(Prerequisite: Consent of department head). Six hours studio. Supervised instruction and experience for professional art practice. May be taken for credit more than once
ART 4713 Advanced Print Production: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ART 3313 or consent of instructor) Six hours studio. A more in-depth look at digital printing techniques through comprehensive work and the responsibilities and roles of graphic design including environmental graphics
ART 4723 Advanced Concept Development: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: ART 3323 and ART 4103 or consent of instructor) Six hours 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 consent 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 consent of instructor). 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.
(Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). Six hours studio. This course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic, social, ethical and related issues. Fine Art Majors only. May be taken for credit more than once
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 6023 Performance Art and Criticism: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will examine performance art and criticism from the early 20th century to the present. Students will study various approaches to performance art using critical analysis, theoretical inquiry, group discussions, and local field trips
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.) Six 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 consent of instructor). 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.
(Prerequisite: Consent of instructor). Six hours studio. This course develops advanced studio skills and professional practice. Course encourages analysis and criticism of aesthetic, social, ethical and related issues. Fine Art Majors only. May be taken for credit more than once
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 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)
ART 9000 Research in Art: 1-13 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged