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Art 108 Contemporary Art History: Art Since MidCentury Unit(s): 3.0 Class Hours: 48 Lecture total. A survey course exploring post World War II styles, trends, ideas, and innovations in architecture and the visual arts in Europe and North America. Art 110 Two-Dimensional Design Unit(s): 3.0 Class Hours: 32 Lecture, 64 Laboratory total. Introduction to the principles and elements of two-dimensional design. Provides instruction in the fundamentals of visual communication including color theory, composition, and expression. Application of concepts through creative projects. Required for art majors. A combination of Art 110 and 111 may be taken a maximum of four enrollments. Art 111 Three-Dimensional Design Unit(s): 3.0 Class Hours: 32 Lecture, 64 Laboratory total. Fundamentals of visual organization as applied to objects in-the-round. Visual space problems, structure, and dimensional terminology through creative projects in various media. Required for art majors. A combination of Art 110 and 111 may be taken a maximum of four enrollments.
Art 121B Advanced Typography Unit(s): 3.0 Class Hours: 32 Lecture, 64 Laboratory total. Prerequisite: Art 121A with a minimum grade of C. This course provides continued study in typography and appropriate type selection as a means for solving complex graphic design problems, such as illustrative type or multiple page layout using traditional hand skills, digital technology and portfolio presentations. A combination of Art 121A, 121B, 122, and 221 may be taken a maximum of four enrollments.
Art 124 Gallery Production Unit(s): 2.0 Class Hours: 96 Laboratory total. Instruction in preparation and installation of art exhibits, gallery management, and working on a museum exhibition staff. Includes lectures, visits to artists’ studios, and opportunities to work on art shows in two college galleries. Field trips include visits to local galleries and behind-the-scenes museum tours of collections and exhibition preparation areas. May be repeated. Grade: Pass/No Pass only. Open Entry/Open Exit. Art 129 Graphic Design Concepts for the Web Unit(s): 3.0 Class Hours: 48 Lecture, 16 Laboratory total. Prerequisite: Art 195 with a minimum grade of C. Introduction to graphic design for Web. An overview of the elements and principles of art as they relate to Web design. Includes learning the technical requirements for colors, fonts, file optimization, effects, image resolution, and special effects. Includes creative Web design projects (Same as Computer Science 155). A combination of Art 129 and 164 may be taken a maximum of four enrollments. Art 130 Introduction to Drawing Unit(s): 3.0 Class Hours: 32 Lecture, 64 Laboratory total. Introductory course in expressive drawing exploring line, form, composition, and a variety of media. Drawing from man-made objects and natural forms. Required for art majors. A combination of Art 130, 230, and 233 may be taken a maximum of four enrollments.
Art 131 Beginning Life Drawing Unit(s): 3.0 Class Hours: 32 Lecture, 64 Laboratory total. Introduction to drawing the human form by observing live models for studies in anatomy, structure, and composition. Exposure to traditional and contemporary figurative drawing while exploring media and methods. Required for art majors. Art 130 recommended. A combination of Art 131, 231, 232, and 243 may be taken a maximum of four enrollments. Art 132A Beginning Pastel Drawing and Painting Unit(s): 3.0 Class Hours: 32 Lecture, 64 Laboratory total. Prerequisite: Art 130 with a minimum grade of C. Development of pastel drawing and painting skills using various techniques. Strong emphasis on color theory, value, and composition. Preparation of grounds using various papers. Study of historical and contemporary pastel styles and techniques. A combination of Art 132A and 132B may be taken a maximum of four enrollments. Art 132B Intermediate Pastel Drawing and Painting Unit(s): 3.0 Class Hours: 32 Lecture, 64 Laboratory total. Prerequisite: Art 132A with a minimum grade of C. Intensive exploration of contemporary uses of pastels. Intermediate and advanced projects emphasizing pastel drawing/painting concepts in conjunction with other media. Emphasis on creative, personal expression, content, and style development. A combination of Art 132A and 132B may be taken a maximum of four enrollments. Art 140A Watercolor Painting Unit(s): 2.0 Class Hours: 16 Lecture, 48 Laboratory total. Introduction to watercolor painting as a creative art form with emphasis on transparent watercolor techniques. Course includes principles of composition and color theory, materials selection, tools, terminology, and various watercolor techniques. Students develop basic watercolor skills while painting from simple forms and progressing to a variety of subjects. A combination of Art 140A, 140B, 143, and 240 may be taken a maximum of four enrollments.
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Art 121A Fundamentals of Typography Unit(s): 3.0 Class Hours: 32 Lecture, 64 Laboratory total. Prerequisite: Art 195 with a minimum grade of C. Introduction to the use of type styles, appropriate type selection, and their characteristics as a means toward understanding design and communication through type solutions. Projects will explore current graphics industry practices and standards, including the use of digital technology and traditional hand skills. Art 122, 162, 191A, 192A recommended. A combination of Art 121A, 121B, 122, and 221 may be taken a maximum of four enrollments.
Art 122 Graphic Design I Unit(s): 3.0 Class Hours: 32 Lecture, 64 Laboratory total. Prerequisite: Art 195 with a minimum grade of C. Introduction to basic graphic design concepts, techniques, and practices resulting in the production of effective visual communications. Projects combine text with images using current industry standards and technology in print media and other design applications. Art 110, 162, 191A, and 192A recommended. A combination of Art 121A, 121B, 122, and 221 may be taken a maximum of four enrollments.