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MONMOUTH COLLEGE ACADEMIC CATALOG 2011–2012
ARTD 121G. Drawing I 4 sem hrs The fundamentals of drawing such as line, value, texture, and perspective will be addressed through observation using pencil, charcoal and ink. ARTD 123G. Sculpture I 4 sem hrs An introduction to sculpture and the processes associated with the making of three-dimensional forms. Emphasis on techniques of construction using wood, welded and cast metal, plaster and mixed media. Focus on cooperative and individual problem solving skills. ARTD 125G. Hand-built Clay 4 sem hrs An introduction to forming and firing hand-built clay. Emphasizes the development of sensitivity to materials and processes covering fundamental forms and methods of building and glazing using various ceramic clay bodies. A basic theoretical knowledge of clays, glazes, kilns, and firing will also be covered. ARTD 126G. Wheel-thrown Clay 4 sem hrs An introduction to the forming and firing of wheel-thrown clay forms. Emphasizes the development of sensitivity to materials and processes and the acquisition of technical skills. Students complete projects covering fundamental forms and methods in throwing, glazing and gain a basic theoretical knowledge of clays, glazes, kilns and firing. ARTD 142G. Painting I 4 sem hrs An introduction to the terms, media, and techniques of painting with special attention to color and composition. The variety of expression and style is explored. ARTD 145G. Graphic Design I 4 sem hrs Graphic Design I focuses on developing graphic communication skills through a series of exercises and assignments that develop students’ ability to successfully integrate image and text. Students will explore visual design concepts and utilize the communicative power of design elements in order to create effective graphic design. Students will use traditional art supplies as well as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to create solutions to design problems. ARTD 200G. Introduction to the History of Art: Prehistoric through Medieval 3 sem hrs The course emphasizes a chronological study of major works of art from prehistory through the Gothic period. 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. Offered in the spring semester. ARTD 201G. Introduction to the History of Art: Renaissance through Modern 3 sem hrs The course emphasizes a chronological study of significant works of art from the Renaissance through the twentieth century. Works are examined in their context to gain a more complete understanding of how art reflects the particular time and place in which it is produced. Offered in the fall semester. ARTD 236G. Photography 4 sem hrs A study of the basic operation of the camera, film processing, and printing. Includes lectures and readings on the history of photography. Several kinds of photographic images are produced. ARTD 240. Drawing II 4 sem hrs Using skills learned in Drawing I, students begin to expand on the use of materials, explore concepts in drawing and develop individual style. The emphasis will be on the human figure. Prerequisite: ARTD 121. Offered once per year. ARTD 241. Painting II 4 sem hrs Continuation of ARTD 142 with increased emphasis on the skills and ideas of the individual student. Prerequisite: ARTD 142. Offered once per year.