MONMOUTH COLLEGE ACADEMIC CATALOG 2012–2013
Art 23
Required of all majors and minors. Offered every fall, first half of semester. Prerequisite: Art major or minor.
ARTD-114G Art History Survey 0.5 course credit The course emphasizes a chronological study of major works of art from prehistory through the present. Certain monuments are considered in their cultural context to gain a more complete understanding of works of art and the particular times and places in which they were produced. ARTD-215G Drawing 1 course credit The fundamentals of drawing such as line, value, texture, and perspective will be addressed through observation using pencil, charcoal and ink. Includes lectures and readings on historical and contemporary approaches to drawing. ARTD-223G Construction & Foundry 1 course credit A study of sculpture and the artists that have, and currently engage in processes that include an emphasis on techniques of construction using wood, cast and welded metal, plaster and mixed media. ARTD-224G Multiples and Installation 1 course credit A study of sculpture and the artists that have, and currently engage in processes that include techniques that involve the use of multiples and the creation of installation works. ARTD-230G Typography and Logo 1 course credit This graphic design course aims to develop graphic communication skills through a series of exercises and assignments that focus on typography and logo design. Students will integrate manual illustration techniques with digital technology in order to create effective, original designs. Using sketching as a means to develop and explore ideas is an integral part of this course. The history of graphic design as well as the approaches of contemporary designers will be explored. ARTD-231G Book Design 0.5 course credit This graphic design course will explore the contemporary practice of artists working in book arts as well as explore Effective design approaches to the book form. Emphasis will be placed on layout utilizing a variety of geometric grids. A variety of book binding techniques will be taught. ARTD-232G Poster Design 0.5 course credit This graphic design course will explore the history of poster design in the 19th and 20th centuries including artists who made important contributions to the poster form. Students will create posters using both manual illustration techniques and digital technology. Posters will be created in a variety of styles for a different purposes and audiences. ARTD-236G Photography: Darkroom 1 course credit This class introduces the basic principles of black and white film photography. Students will learn the basics of film exposure, camera operation, and darkroom printmaking techniques. Includes lectures and readings on the history of photography. ARTD-237G Photography: Digital 0.5 course credit This class introduces the basic principles of digital photography. Students will learn digital camera operation and digital photo editing techniques. Includes lectures and readings on the history of photography. ARTD-243G Observational Painting 1 course credit A study of the terms, media, and techniques of painting with special attention to color and composition. Studio projects will be related to the study of artists that have historically used a variety of expression and style in painting.