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The Program
Career Opportunities
Acceptance Procedure
Transfer Policy
Individualized Admission
Advisement
Scholarships
Internship and Study Abroad Opportunities
Special Features
Study in Art with a Focus in Arts Management
Courses
Fine Arts - B.F.A.
Studio Art - B.A.
Photography - Minor
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Art
Department of Art
College of Arts and Sciences
202 Center for the Arts
North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260-6010
(716) 645-6878
Fax: (716) 645-6970
Web: Art
Adele Henderson, Chair
The Department of Art shares UB's mission as a comprehensive research
institution along with its commitment to general education. The Department
of Art provides a demanding and high-quality education in the visual arts,
with a balance between theoretical knowledge and applied training in order
to prepare students for the global community and economy of the twenty-first
century. The art department strives to develop intelligent, decisive,
creative, and confident artists and designers capable of complex problem
solving and heightened visual perception. We also build awareness of cultural
and historical context as key to understanding and creating meaningful
and aesthetically effective visual images. The department's programs are
based upon the belief that a broad grounding in critical thinking, visual
theory, and artistic practice is the best way to prepare our students
for flexibility and satisfaction in the career path of their choice.
The undergraduate bachelor of fine arts (B.F.A.) degree program offers
concentrations in communication design, computer art, illustration, painting,
photography, printmaking, and sculpture. Or, students may complete a bachelor
of arts (B.A.) in communication design, general studio, or photography.
A minor in photography is available for non-art majors. Focused study
in the areas of emphasis generally begins in the junior year, after students
have completed the freshman foundations and introductory-level studio
courses. Intermediate and advanced courses give students intensified studio
experiences that provide them with the most effective base upon which
to build their future careers. Studio art electives can be taken in other
disciplines, such as film, video, installation, and theatre design.
Studio courses require a minimum of three clock-hours of studio work weekly
for each credit earned through regularly scheduled or arranged hours.
The National Association of Schools of Art and Design requires this standard
for accreditation.
This two-semester sequence of five studio art and theory courses for B.F.A.
majors provides an intimate setting and sense of camaraderie with one's
peers, especially valuable in the freshman year. Its goals are to build
a solid base of concepts and skills for subsequent study. Many two- and
three-dimensional media, surfaces, and modes of conceptualization are
introduced, while working on group and individual projects. Students learn
to record and refine initial ideas, clarify relationships of form and
space, and develop skills of perception and eye-hand coordination. This
first year develops vocabulary, critical and creative thinking, good working
habits, basic tools and concepts of artmaking, ways of seeing, and the
transition of experience into artwork.
A two-semester senior thesis project culminates in an exhibition or presentation
and, except for communication design students, is a requirement for the
B.F.A. degree. This sequence involves preparation, research, proposal
development, and advanced studio exploration. Advanced work expected is
demonstrated by technical expertise, independent motivation, maturing
personal interpretation and expression, and understanding of one's work
in relation to current works by accomplished artists. Students can work
in one or a combination of studio art media: computer, drawing, installation,
film, paint, photography, print, sculpture, type, or video.
Our art and design graduates find professional opportunities in an increasingly
wide range of fields where creative problem solving, critical thinking,
and understanding of cultural context are valued. They have found successful
careers in art galleries, museums and alternative spaces, auction houses,
exhibit design, art handling, curating, conservation, fabrication, and
installation, along with writing and criticism on art and also popular
culture. Our alumni are now independent artists, assistants for world-class
artists, collaborators, educators, technical instructors, community activists,
and entrepreneurs; many freelance in illustration, webpage design, electronic
publishing, and media. UB art alumni exhibit internationally and have
received numerous and prestigious national and international awards. Many
have pursued M.F.A. degrees at outstanding schools across the country.
Following acceptance to the university, a portfolio review is required
for admission to the department. Portfolios for incoming freshmen who
are intended art majors are evaluated from mid-February to mid-April.
Students should send 18 to 20 slides or make an appointment. (Students
whose work is seen at portfolio reviews at designated institutions may
be pre-accepted to the department, pending university acceptance.) Accepted
art majors planning to major in communication design, computer art, illustration,
or photography should make arrangements with those program directors for
a second portfolio review in March of their sophomore year. For currently
enrolled non-art majors who would like to be accepted to the department,
there are portfolio reviews in late March and late October. Portfolio
reviews for non-art majors who would like to minor in photography are
scheduled in November and March.
Transfer students seeking acceptance into the department and acceptance
into a specific concentration must submit a portfolio or slide presentation
containing 18 to 20 examples of their best artwork. A transcript showing
a minimum GPA of 2.5 is required, and grades for articulating art courses
must be "C" or higher.
Acceptance of studio art credit and entry level will be evaluated after
acceptance to the university in accordance with articulation agreements
and departmental policy. If no articulation agreement is in place with
the transfer institution, course descriptions or syllabi for courses for
which students seek transfer credit are required at the time of the portfolio
review.
Transfer portfolio reviews take place in late March or early April.
A special procedure, available through the university's Admissions Committee,
provides potential freshmen who are not admissible on the basis of their
scholastic record with an opportunity to be considered on the basis of
a special talent, as indicated by a portfolio review.
Advisement is provided for accepted majors by a full-time academic advisor
and faculty members in the student's area of concentration by appointment.
University Performing and Creative Arts Scholarships for entering freshmen
include Honors Program Scholarships, and Talent Based Scholarships. These
are available to students who meet academic criteria and show evidence
of exceptional promise in the visual arts. Recipients are offered special
privileges, including a faculty mentor and early course registration.
Application is through the department.
Numerous art department scholarships and awards, ranging from $200 to
$2,000, are available to currently enrolled accepted art majors and are
designated for art-related travel and study, art supplies, tuition, and
general support.
Semester-long internships are available in prominent design and production
studios in New York City through Empire State College or elsewhere. Three-credit
course internship opportunities are also available and provide unique
learning opportunities at local art galleries, alternative spaces, museums,
design firms, and photography and print studios; special projects internships
can be developed in other programs.
Study abroad programs are available through the Study Abroad Programs
office. Summer art courses at a variety of international venues may be
completed for credit with preapproval of the department.
The exhibition spaces at UB are a vital component to the educational experience.
Primary spaces include: The Art Department Gallery, which primarily hosts
exhibitions, installations, lectures and performances by students; the
large Center for the Arts atrium, which also serves as informal exhibition
and installation space for student work; and the University Art Gallery,
located in the Center for the Arts, which mounts exhibitions and installations
by groundbreaking, critically acclaimed artists. It has a full-time curator,
assistant curator and support staff.
Visiting artists are regularly hosted by the department through its lectures
series. Prominent artists, designers and critics lecture on their work
or research, critique student work, and conduct workshops.
The art building and facilities are outstanding and include classroom
studios that are spacious, well equipped, intelligently organized and
supported by full-time technicians in the digital, photography, printmaking
and sculpture labs. Specialized labs provide all major conventional, digital
and experimental processes in art and design. Highlights include: a dedicated
interactive art lab for advanced work; access to high-end computing and
programs; extensive color and b/w darkrooms; digital imaging and output
facilities within printmaking, digital and photography labs; lithography,
intaglio, screen, photo-based and digital printmaking; and extensive sculpture
facilities that support fabrication, installation, casting (foundry) and
welding. In addition, analog and digital video editing and production
studios are available in conjunction with the Department of Media Study,
while sound design and editing is supported by labs in the Department
of Music.
Arts management is an academic option that, when combined with the B.A.
or B.F.A. in art, prepares students for work on the administrative and
organizational aspects of museums, galleries, and related arts institutions.
To concentrate in arts management in the Department of Art, students need
to complete their B.A. or B.F.A. major in art, satisfactorily complete
ART498 Arts Management Internship, and complete either a range of management
courses or the general management minor. Enrollment in management courses
outside the framework of a formal minor is contingent on available space.
Students who elect a formal management minor must apply directly to the
school for admission. For details, see the School of Management listing.
Students are encouraged to consult their advisors in art for further information.
111 Drawing Fundamentals I (3) (F)
Drawing from still life, figure, and memory/imagination, utilizing a wide
variety of media. Conceptual emphasis on line, gesture, shape, space,
value, and texture. Compositional theory and development of visual expression.
Required for first-year B.F.A. and B.A. general studio majors. Lab fee.
LAB
112 Drawing Fundamentals II (3) (Sp)
Explores both perceptual and conceptual problems, focusing mainly on the
study and interpretation of the human figure by itself and as an image
central to environmental space. Ongoing sketchbooks augment classwork.
Required for first-year B.F.A. painting, sculpture, printmaking, and illustration
majors, and B.A. general studio majors. Lab fee. LAB
113 Structural Development (3) (Sp)
A foundation-level course providing students with the ability to think
and construct in 3-D space. Problems dealing with linkage systems, and
awareness of form and space in a sculptural context are presented. Required
for first-year B.F.A. and B.A. general studio majors. Lab fee. LAB
119 Design Fundamentals (3) (Sp)
Study of the elements and principles of design, including color theory.
Practical application utilizes a wide variety of media, while emphasis
is placed upon discovery of exciting visual and conceptual relationships
through creative problem solving. Required for first-year B.F.A. and B.A.
general studio majors. Lab fee. LAB
127 Intermedia I (3) (F)
A foundation-level course structured to develop content through the introduction
and use of interdisciplinary media and thought processes. Introduces students
to contemporary trends in the arts through a disciplined creative approach
to thematic problems. Required for first-year B.F.A. and B.A. photography
and general studio majors. Lab fee. LAB
130 Technical Aspects of Sculpture: Oxy Fuel Welding, Brazing, and Flame
Cutting (1) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor
Prepares individuals to work knowledgeably and safely in future art and
sculpture projects that require metal fabrication techniques. Reading
component. Lab fee. LAB
131 Technical Aspects of Sculpture: Gas Metal-Arc Welding (1) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor
Prepares individuals to work knowledgeably and safely in future art and
sculpture projects that require metal fabrication techniques. Reading
component. Lab fee. LAB
132 Technical Aspects of Sculpture: Shielded Metal-Arc Welding (1) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor
Prepares individuals to work knowledgeably and safely in future art and
sculpture projects that require metal fabrication techniques. Reading
component. Lab fee. LAB
133 Technical Aspects of Sculpture: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (1) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor
Prepares individuals to work knowledgeably and safely in future art and
sculpture projects that require metal fabrication techniques. Reading
component. Lab fee. LAB
150 Visual Theory, Aesthetics, and Criticism (3) (F)
Introduces and explores visual, aesthetic, and critical theory, and the
social and cultural dynamics that inform and influence contemporary art
making. Required for first-year B.F.A. and B.A. majors. Lab fee. LEC/REC
152 Introduction to Visual Studies (3)
Introduces a critical knowledge and understanding of images and image
systems, their history and intersection with the culture as a whole. LEC
155 Introduction to New Media (4) (F; Sp)
Introduces the desktop tools and fundamental concepts used in the development
of interactive and non-interactive digital media. Theoretical and practical
aspects of creating digital messages with authoring/presentation tools.
Lays the foundation for creating a broad range of digital media. Lab fee.
LEC/LAB
200 Visual Studies Speakers Series (1) (F)
Prerequisite: accepted art major or permission of instructor
A visiting lecture series of visual arts professionals practicing in the
fields of visual art, design, multi-media, cultural theory, and criticism.
Students are exposed to a wide range of viewpoints, art practice, and
contemporary theory. Speakers change each semester. Should be taken three
times. Lab fee. LEC
207-208 Drawing Concepts I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: ART111, ART113, ART119, and ART127; either ART150 or ART152
Develops drawing and compositional strategies, languages, and methods
that build on skills learned in ART111 that are applicable to all other
graphic/painting/sculpture/printmaking disciplines. Visual ideas are explored
ranging from the notational sketch to large, complex finished works in
series. LAB
210 Introduction to Digital Photography (3) (Sp)
Historical, conceptual, and practical developments of the art of photography
as embodied in the use of digital image-making technologies. Students
must have access to a digital camera with manual exposure control and
image size of 2.5 MB, a computer capable of handling image files, and
a color printer. An alternate course to ART213 Introduction to Photography.
Lab Fee. LAB
211-212 Basic Painting I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: ART111, ART112, ART113, ART119, and ART127; either ART150
or ART152
Basic methods and materials in oil painting; covers traditional and current
approaches to form, color, and pictorial organization. Varied course structure
includes direct interpretation of subject matter, as well as conceptually
based visual problems. Lab fee. LAB
213 Introduction to Photography (3) (F; Sp)
Basic instruction in camera and darkroom techniques; photography as an
artistic means of expression, and its potential as an art form. Lab fee.
LAB
216 Pictorial Structure (3)
Prerequisite: admission to department or permission of instructor
Studies and explores painting imagery as it has evolved both conceptually
and perceptually in the twentieth century; from impressionism through
expressionism, cubism to abstract expressionism and beyond. Lab fee. LAB
219 Visual Literacy (3) (F; Sp)
Fundamentals of visual literacy for students in the liberal arts, sciences,
social sciences, and the arts. Concentrates on learning how to read the
world as it is communicated through the major forms of visual media: print,
moving image, and digital media; and also how to use combinations of words
and images to explain and persuade with these media. Lab fee. LAB
222 Graphic Reproduction Processes (3) (Sp)
Prerequisites: ART219 and ART250 or permission of instructor
Introduces graphic arts, printing processes, and digital reproduction
techniques. Includes digital print file preparation, cost estimates, new
digital transmission, and imaging processes. Lab fee. LAB
223 Figure Drawing I (3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: admission to department, ART111
Structure of the human figure and how to relate the figure to its environment
on a 2-D surface; wide range of techniques explored. Lab fee. LAB
229-230 Basic Sculpture I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: ART111, ART112, ART113, ART119, and ART127; either ART150
or ART152
Studies in the nature and concepts of 3-D art forms; use of a variety
of materials, techniques, processes. Lab fee. LAB
231-232 Painting for Nonmajors (3-3) (F; Sp)
For students not singularly committed to becoming artists to learn a basic
approach to oil painting and experience a variety of visual points of
view. Lab fee. LAB
240 History of Graphic Design (3)
History of graphic design from the beginning of visual communication to
the present. Independent research required. LEC
242 Introduction to Illustration (3) (F)
Prerequisites: ART111, ART112, ART113, ART119, and ART127; either ART150
or ART152; or permission of instructor
Addresses the pragmatic, formal, and conceptual issues involved in the
creation of visual messages. Emphasizes the development of a foundation
for critical, creative thinking as applied to visual problem solving.
Students use different media and techniques, subject to the content. Covers
a brief overview and history of the field through students' presentations
and a term paper. Lab fee. LAB
247 Introduction to Prints (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: ART111, ART112, ART113, ART119, and ART127; either ART150
or ART152; or permission of instructor
Introduces the theory and practice of contemporary prints. Students experience
a broad range of conceptual and aesthetic tools available through intaglio,
lithography, and monotype methods. Hand-drawn, photographic, digital,
and collage strategies are used. Students complete four projects. Reading
and written component. Lab fee. LAB
250 Introduction to Computer Art and Design (3) (F; Sp)
A hands-on survey of the rich and unique resources the computer offers
the artist/designer. Includes computer basics, letter manipulation, drawing
and painting metaphors, image processing, 3-D modeling, sound/image synthesis,
interactive scripting, and animation. Lab fee. LAB
260 Visual Theory, Aesthetics and Criticism 2 (3) (Sp)
Prerequisite: ART150
Visual theory, aesthetic philosophy and critical theory and its application
to and effects on the visual art of the 20th and 21st centuries. Provides
a broad grounding in both Modern and Postmodern thought based upon a carefully
considered exposure to a set of representative primary texts. Lab fee.
LEC
262 Illustration Media (3) (Sp)
Prerequisites: ART111, ART112, ART113, ART119, and ART127; either ART150
or ART152; or permission of instructor
Explores different media and techniques used as tools of expression in
the image-making process. Emphasis on experimentation with design, color,
form, and space as used in analog collage, digital collage, and 2-D and
3-D mixed media. Lab fee. LAB
305-306 Intaglio Concepts I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: ART247; either ART150 or ART152; or permission of instructor
An intensive technical and conceptual exploration of the printed/imaging
processing activity. Complex ideas are developed that accommodate etching,
engraving, drypoint, aquatint, and other mixed media intaglio strategies.
Pictorial organization is stressed as it interfaces with drawing, painting,
and illustration. Lab fee. LAB
307 Thematic Drawing (3) (F)
Prerequisite: ART208 or equivalent or permission of instructor
Explores the development of forms in a drawing mode viewed as the art
of visual translation. The mind/observation/form relationship is explored
through the practice of visual interpretation in drawing. Elements of
the visual language and the impact of context on the development of form
are discussed. Students are encouraged to use a variety of drawing media
and techniques. Lab fee. LAB
310 Photography Summer Workshop (3) (Su)
View camera and landscape workshop (camera provided). 4x5 camera techniques;
field trips, critiques and darkroom time. Lab fee. LAB
311-312 Intermediate Painting I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART212 or permission of instructor
Applies the principles and techniques learned in basic painting. Stresses
thematic content based upon individual interpretation. Explores theoretical
form, color, and space. Compositional approaches include the use of appropriated
imagery, allegory, and conceptualizations. Lab fee. LAB
313-314 Intermediate Photography I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART213 or permission of instructor
Explores photographic concepts and techniques beyond the basic level,
including combination with other 2-D and 3-D media: camera, darkroom,
applied techniques, and an emphasis on conceptual problem solving are
stressed. Written component. Lab fee. LAB
319-320 Visual Communication I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: accepted as communication design major
Theoretical, analytical, and practical exposure to visual symbology and
visual syntax as used by the communication designer. Print media is emphasized,
with some exposure to interactive computer graphics. Lab fee. LAB
321-322 Typography I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: accepted as communication design or computer art major
Beginning and advanced exploration of typography as a medium of visual
communication. Visual and psychological aspects stressed with basic and
creative experiments in appropriate studio laboratory. Must be taken in
proper sequence (I to II). Lab fee. LAB
323-324 Figure Drawing III-IV (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART223
Continuation of ART223; group composition and figure study to achieve
specific psychological or expressive meanings. Lab fee. LAB
325-326 Lithography Concepts I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: ART247; either ART150 or ART152; or permission of instructor
Explores the range of lithographic prints, with focus on development of
imagery and concepts. Methods introduced include stone, plate, monotype,
and transfer. Image strategies include hand-drawn, photographic, digital,
montage, and hybrid processes. Reading and writing component. Lab fee.
LAB
329-330 Intermediate Sculpture I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART230
Continuation of ART229-230 directed primarily toward sculptural concepts.
Lab fee. LAB
333-334 Casting and Foundry Techniques I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART229
Techniques of casting in metal: lost wax, sand, and Styrofoam, ceramic
investing methods. Emphasis on creative approaches to these highly complex
techniques and on acquiring skills for casting competent sculptures. Required
for any student who plans to cast in metal. Lab fee. LAB
337-338 Figurative Sculpture I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: ART111, ART113, ART119, and ART127; either ART150 or ART152
Emphasis on the posed model in problems of representation. Study of anatomy,
proportion, gesture, distortion. Specialized study in modeling, casting,
and carving using the nude figure or portrait head. Lab fee. LAB
340 Experimental Photo Image (3) (F)
Prerequisite: ART313
Various alternative photographic techniques, such as cyanotype, gum, and
platinum; historic importance in the medium and creative contemporary
uses. Lab fee. LAB
341 Book Design (3) (Sp)
Prerequisites: ART111, ART113, ART119, and ART127; either ART150 or ART152;
or permission of instructor
Explores the book as object and as object/form. Topics include typographic
design, image-text relationship, sequential design/image making, book
structure, construction, and production. Completion of semester-long projects.
Emphasizes development and articulation of student's conceptual and aesthetic
concerns. Lab fee. LAB
342 Intermediate Illustration I (3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART242 or permission of instructor
Challenges the student's conceptual and expressive abilities and guides
in the search for the individual visual vocabulary. Emphasizes communicative
aspect of visual interpretations. Student is expected to solve visual
problems creatively and courageously, efficiently using a variety of media.
The development of personal iconographic references is required. Lab fee.
LAB
343 Intermediate Illustration II (3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART342 or permission of instructor
Builds on the concepts acquired in ART342. Thematic and sequential solutions
add to the complexity of the addressed issues. Originality, drive to expand
conceptually, and technical proficiency in different media are required.
The development of a personal direction is encouraged. Lab fee. LAB
344 Watercolor Painting (3)
Prerequisites: ART208 and ART212 or ART247, or permission of instructor
Watercolor and water-base media painting concepts in relation to space,
volume, and form; application of techniques to the development of visual
ideas as structured paintings. Lab fee. LAB
348 History of Photography (3) (F; Sp)
Photography's contribution to the visual arts of the nineteenth and twentieth
centuries; individual photographers; the nature and development of various
styles; the relationship of photography to other art media; effect of
photographic imagery on our culture. LEC
353 Technical Aspects of Photography I (3) (F)
Prerequisite: ART313
Practical and chemical aspects: view camera, silver photographic emulsions,
developers, toners, special chemicals, archival processing, exposure,
zone-system theory. Lab fee. LAB
354 Technical Aspects of Photography II (3) (Sp)
Prerequisite: ART353
Photographic studio lighting for both black/white and color; artificial
lighting (tungsten and photo studio strobes); studio setups; portraiture;
large-scale printing. Lab fee. LAB
360 Photo Process Imagery (3) (Sp)
Prerequisite: ART313
Use of the physical medium as the chief vehicle for creative expression:
pinhole, manipulated negatives and prints. Lab fee. LAB
366 Image and Text (3) (F)
Prerequisite: junior standing in art
Integrates the literary and visual forms of communication. Explores a
holistic approach to communication with a focus on a relationship among
concepts, words, and images in which these elements complement and enhance
each other. Requires sequential design ability and familiarity with typography.
Execution in both traditional and desktop publishing methods. Lab fee.
LAB
370 Color Photography (3) (F)
Prerequisite: ART313
Instruction in the theory and practice of color photography in an art
context: demonstrations, darkroom practice, critiques, slide presentations,
written component. Lab fee. LAB
375 Science, Culture, and Emerging Media (3) (F)
Prerequisite: ART150 or ART152
Introduces critical issues in science, culture, and emerging media-especially
as it pertains to contemporary artistic practice. Topics addressed through
artists' works; selected readings include historical trends, biotechnology,
virtuality, net theory, and cultural resistance. Lab fee. LEC
380 Algorithmic Art (3) (Sp)
Prerequisite: ART250 or ART383 or permission of instructor
A hands-on exploration of image creation through direct computer programming
of graphic data. Review of algorithmic art and artists. Experience with
basic programming, computer graphic data structures and processing, and
a variety of algorithmic image-creation approaches for the creation of
static or moving art or design pieces. Lab fee. LAB
381 Computer-Motion Imaging (3) (F)
Prerequisite: ART250 or permission of instructor
With computer graphics, the exploration of the expressive and informative
impact of real time and "frame/cell" animation: pixilation;
metamorphosis; interaction of synthesized actors with backgrounds; the
dynamics of sound/image synthesis; and the application of time-space structures
to computer animation. Lab fee. LAB
382 Computer Modeling and Simulation (3) (Sp)
Prerequisite: ART250 or permission of instructor
Hands-on exploration of computer processes that construct, model, transform,
and render simulated 3-D objects in virtual space, either as exploration
and development tools for actual 3-D sculpture for packaging, product,
interior, and exhibit design, or in the creation of virtual sculpture
or virtual art installations. Lab fee. LAB
383-384 Interactive Computer Art I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART250 or permission of instructor
Creation of experimental interactive computer productions for the presentation
of knowledge and artistic expression, which participants observe, navigate
in nonlinear multidirections, and reorganize for other users. Lab fee.
LAB
385 Computer Image Synthesis (3) (Sp)
Prerequisites: ART213, ART250
Looks at the use of images in the digital age. Students work from a number
of image sources: printed images, photographic images, video, and computer-generated
images. Explores the new imaging technology and tries to find pathways
toward the development of an aesthetic discourse for the medium. Lab fee.
LAB
387 Telematic Art and Design (3) (F)
Prerequisite: ART250
Hands-on exploration of the technical, aesthetic, cultural, economical,
ethical, and political aspects of computerized communication networks
for artistic creation and information design. Lab fee. LAB
389 Real-Space Electronic Art (3) (Sp)
Prerequisite: ART380 or ART383 or permission of instructor
Enables students to create sophisticated, self-generated projects using
interactive electronic technologies other than mouse, keyboard, and CRT
monitor, such as micro-controllers. The course involves hands-on explorations
of applied electronic principles, selected readings and discussions, short
exercises, and a final, self-directed project. LAB
405 Advanced Intaglio-Studio Practice (3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART306 or permission of instructor
Develops a personal technical and conceptual language for making prints.
Processes include multiple-plate color printing, collagraphy, monotype,
and photo-etching alternatives. Montage and site-installation strategies
are explored along with traditional procedures. Individual and/or collaborative
projects are augmented by critiques, demonstrations, and field trips.
Can be repeated three times. Lab fee. LAB
411-412 Advanced Painting I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART312
Continuation of ART311-312. Student's individual ideas and sensibilities
emphasized. Methods and media developed as they relate to the thrust and
direction of student's painting experience. Experimentation is encouraged,
and creative resolution of the student's investigation is expected. Lab
fee. LAB
419-420 Advanced Visual Communication I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART320
Advanced design experience for communication objectives: symbolism generation;
photography and typography for a variety of newspaper, magazine, and other
graphic media applications; development of professional techniques for
portfolio preparation, including an individually developed senior project.
Required for communication design majors. Lab fee. LAB
422 Professional Design Practices (3)
Prerequisite: ART322
Professional design office environment involves fourth-year students in
projects ranging from very short-term assignments to long-term projects
involving research and presentation. LAB
423-424 Figure Drawing V-VI (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART324
Continuation of ART323-324. Lab fee. LAB
425 Advanced Lithography-Studio Practice (3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART326 or permission of instructor
Develops a personal technical and conceptual language for making prints.
Development of projects in tandem with senior projects is encouraged.
Projects may be hybrids with other print processes, or incorporate photographic,
digital, painting, sculptural, installation, or other alternative forms.
Can be repeated three times. Lab fee. LAB
429-430 Advanced Sculpture-Studio Practice I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART330
Continuation of ART329-330. Lab fee. LAB
433-434 Advanced Casting and Foundry Techniques I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART334
Continuation of ART333-334. Lab fee. LAB
437-438 Advanced Figurative Sculpture I-II (3-3)
Prerequisite: ART337
Continuation of ART337-338. Lab fee. LAB
442 Advanced Illustration-Professional Practice I (3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART343 or permission of instructor
Guides student in defining a personal direction in visual communication.
Builds upon the senior thesis, focusing on the pragmatics of the profession.
Simulates real-life assignments and discusses business practices, such
as contracts, taxes, and self-promotion. Lab fee. LAB
443 Advanced Illustration-Professional Practice II (3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: ART442 or permission of instructor
Continuation of ART442. Student is expected to complete the course with
a fully developed portfolio and a self-promotional series of works. Lab
fee. LAB
447 Studio Seminar (3)
Prerequisite: junior/senior standing in the fine arts, art history, or
literature
A combination of theory and practice involving a focused topic important
to art. Topics assigned vary and are announced before preregistration.
The preparation of a visual or written work that addresses issues raised
in the course is required. Lab fee if appropriate. SEM
448 Studio Seminar in Photography (3) (F)
Prerequisite: ART314
Combines theory and practice (studio components) involving a particular
topic. Topics assigned vary each semester and are announced before preregistration.
Lectures, critiques, readings, writing, discussions, demonstrations, darkroom
sessions, slide presentations. Lab fee. SEM
449 Topics in Contemporary Photography (3) (Sp)
Prerequisite: ART348
Combines lecture, readings, and class discussion in the examination of
major issues in contemporary photography. Theoretical, critical, and historical
topics vary each semester. Lab fee. SEM
Special Problems in Studio-400 Series (1-6) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: advanced studio major
Generally, Special Problems courses are to be used in conjunction with
the regularly scheduled courses and should not be used instead of structured
courses. They are intended for undergraduate work related to the particular
interests and abilities of the individual student where these lie outside
the areas covered by the content of regularly scheduled courses. Written
proposal of project and its justification and approval of faculty members
with whom work is to be accomplished are required. Registration through
departmental office only. Lab fee. TUT
450 Special Problems in Drawing
451 Special Problems in Design
452 Special Problems in Painting
453 Special Problems in Photography
454 Special Problems in Typographics
455 Special Problems in Printmaking
456 Special Problems in Intaglio
458 Special Problems in Visual Communication
459 Special Problems in Sculpture
460 Special Problems in Casting/Foundry
461 Special Problems in Illustration
462 Special Problems in Technical Photography
467 Special Problems in Monotype and Relief
468 Special Problems in Computer Art
470 Communication Design Internship (3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: communication design senior and permission of instructor
Arranged experience within agency and printing industry to familiarize
the student with actual working conditions and considerations; observation
and participation in design for publication, mechanicals, and other facets
of graphic arts production. May be repeated second semester. TUT
471 Photography Internship (3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: junior/senior B.F.A./B.A. photo major/minor and permission
of instructor
An internship at an art gallery or with a commercial, portrait, or architectural
photographic firm; the purpose of which is to provide professional experience
and to familiarize students with working conditions and expectations in
their field. TUT
472 Illustration Internship (3) (Sp)
Prerequisites: ART442 and permission of instructor
An internship arranged with a design illustration firm, with a well- established
illustrator, or with the Society of Illustrators, depending upon the special
interest of the student. Provides professional experience, and familiarizes
students with working conditions and expectations in the field. TUT
485-486 Senior Thesis Project I-II (3-3) (F; Sp)
Prerequisite: senior standing in art
Preparation, research, proposal development, and initial studio exploration
for a senior thesis project to be completed in a two-semester sequence.
The advanced work expected is demonstrated by technical expertise, independent
motivation, maturing personal interpretation and expression, and understanding
of one's work in relation to current works by mature artists. Students
can work in one or a combination of studio art media: computer, drawing,
installation, film, paint, photography, print, sculpture, type, or video.
Both semesters must be completed. Lab fee. LAB
498 Arts Management Internship (1-4) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: junior/senior studio major and permission of instructor
Students are assigned to art galleries or other institutions within the
university or the community to get hands-on experience as interns. May
be repeated once in a different location. TUT
499 Independent Study Studio Art (2-16) (F; Sp)
Prerequisites: admission to department, permission of instructor
Open to studio majors only; written proposal of project and its justification,
and approval by faculty member supervising work required. TUT
Minimum GPA of 2.5 overall
Minimum GPA of 2.5 in art courses
Minimum grade of "C" in all articulating art courses
To graduate, a minimum GPA of 2.5 is required in all courses required
for the B.F.A. degree, including art history and studio art courses.
B.F.A. students must complete required core courses as well as required
courses in their chosen concentration.
ART111 Drawing Fundamentals I
ART113 Structural Development
ART119 Design Fundamentals
ART127 Intermedia I
ART150 Visual Theory, Aesthetics, and Criticism
ART207 Drawing Concepts I
AHI101 Survey of Art History
AHI102 Survey of Art History
Two AHI electives
Major Studio Concentration in Communication Design
ART208 Drawing Concepts II or ART247 Introduction to Prints
ART213 Introduction to Photography
ART219 Visual Literacy
ART222 Graphic Reproduction Processes
ART240 History of Graphic Design
ART250 Introduction to Computer Art and Design
ART319 Visual Communication I
ART320 Visual Communication II
ART321 Typography I
ART322 Typography II
ART419 Advanced Visual Communication I
ART420 Advanced Visual Communication II
Major Studio Concentration in Computer Art
ART200 Visual Studies Speakers Series (3 times)
ART208 Drawing Concepts II or ART247 Introduction to Prints
ART211 Basic Painting I
ART213 Introduction to Photography
ART219 Visual Literacy
ART223 Figure Drawing I
ART250 Introduction to Computer Art and Design
ART321 Typography I
ART375 Science, Culture, and Emerging Media
ART380 Algorithmic Art
ART383 Interactive Computer Art I
ART485 Senior Thesis Project I
ART486 Senior Thesis Project II
Two computer art electives
Two studio art electives
Major Studio Concentration in Illustration
ART112 Drawing Fundamentals II
ART200 Visual Studies Speakers Series (3 times)
ART208 Drawing Concepts II or ART247 Introduction to Prints
ART211 Basic Painting I
ART223 Figure Drawing I
ART240 History of Graphic Design
ART242 Introduction to Illustration
ART250 Introduction to Computer Art and Design
ART262 Illustration Media
ART307 Thematic Drawing or ART366 Image and Text
ART342 Intermediate Illustration I
ART343 Intermediate Illustration II
ART442 Advanced Illustration-Professional Practice I
ART443 Advanced Illustration-Professional Practice II
ART485 Senior Thesis Project I
ART486 Senior Thesis Project II
One studio art elective
Major Studio Concentration in Painting
ART112 Drawing Fundamentals II
ART200 Visual Studies Speakers Series (3 times)
ART208 Drawing Concepts II or ART247 Introduction to Prints
ART211 Basic Painting I
ART212 Basic Painting II
ART216 Pictorial Structure
ART223 Figure Drawing I or ART307 Thematic Drawing
ART229 Basic Sculpture I
ART230 Basic Sculpture II
ART311 Intermediate Painting I
ART312 Intermediate Painting II
ART485 Senior Thesis Project I
ART486 Senior Thesis Project II
Four studio art electives
Major Studio Concentration in Photography
ART200 Visual Studies Speakers Series (3 times)
ART208 Drawing Concepts II or ART247 Introduction to Prints
ART213 Introduction to Photography
ART250 Introduction to Computer Art and Design
ART313 Intermediate Photography I
ART314 Intermediate Photography II
ART348 History of Photography
ART449 Topics in Contemporary Photography
ART485 Senior Thesis Project I
ART486 Senior Thesis Project II
Three photography electives
Four studio art electives
Major Studio Concentration in Printmaking
ART112 Drawing Fundamentals II
ART200 Visual Studies Speakers Series (3 times)
ART208 Drawing Concepts II
ART211 Basic Painting I
ART212 Basic Painting II
ART223 Figure Drawing or ART307 Thematic Drawing
ART247 Introduction to Prints
ART305 Intaglio Concepts I
ART325 Lithography Concepts I
ART485 Senior Thesis Project I
ART486 Senior Thesis Project II
Four printmaking electives
Two studio art electives
Major Studio Concentration in Sculpture
ART112 Drawing Fundamentals II
ART200 Visual Studies Speakers Series (3 times)
ART208 Drawing Concepts II or ART247 Introduction to Prints
ART211 Basic Painting I
ART212 Basic Painting II
ART223 Figure Drawing I or ART307 Thematic Drawing
ART229 Basic Sculpture I
ART230 Basic Sculpture II
ART485 Senior Thesis Project I
ART486 Senior Thesis Project II
Six sculpture electives
One studio art elective
See Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (page 254) for general education
and remaining university requirements.
Major Studio Concentration in Communication Design
First Year
Fall-ART111, ART127, ART150
Spring-ART113, ART119, ART250
Second Year
Fall-ART207, ART219, ART240, AHI101
Spring-ART208 or ART247; ART213, ART222, AHI102
Third Year
Fall-ART319, ART321, one AHI elective
Spring-ART320, ART322, one AHI elective
Fourth Year
Fall-ART419, one studio art elective
Spring-ART420, four studio art electives
Major Studio Concentration in Computer Art
First Year
Fall-ART111, ART127, ART150
Spring-ART113, ART119, ART250
Second Year
Fall-ART200, ART207, ART211, ART219, AHI101
Spring-ART208 or ART247; ART213, ART223, AHI102
Third Year
Fall-ART200, ART375, ART383, one computer art elective, one AHI elective
Spring-ART321, ART380, one computer art elective, one AHI elective
Fourth Year
Fall-ART200, ART485
Spring-ART486, two studio art electives
Major Studio Concentration in Illustration
First Year
Fall-ART111, ART127, ART150
Spring-ART112, ART113, ART119
Second Year
Fall-ART200, ART207, ART211, ART223, ART242, AHI101
Spring-ART208 or ART247; ART250, ART262, AHI102
Third Year
Fall-ART200, ART240; ART307 or ART366; ART342, one AHI elective
Spring-ART343, one AHI elective
Fourth Year
Fall-ART200, ART442, ART485
Spring-ART443, ART486, one studio art elective
Major Studio Concentration in Painting
First Year
Fall-ART111, ART127, ART150
Spring-ART112, ART113, ART119
Second Year
Fall-ART200, ART207, ART211, ART229, AHI101
Spring-ART208 or ART247; ART212, ART230, AHI102
Third Year
Fall-ART200, ART216; ART223 or ART307; ART311, one AHI elective
Spring-ART312, one studio art elective, one AHI elective
Fourth Year
Fall-ART200, ART485, one studio art elective
Spring-ART486, two studio art electives
Major Studio Concentration in Photography
First Year
Fall-ART111, ART127, ART150
Spring-ART113, ART119, ART213
Second Year
Fall-ART200, ART207, ART250, ART313, ART348, AHI101
Spring-ART208 or ART247; ART314, one photography elective, AHI102
Third Year
Fall-ART200, one photography elective, one studio art elective, one AHI
elective
Spring-One photography elective, one studio art elective, one AHI elective
Fourth Year
Fall-ART200, ART485, one studio art elective
Spring-ART449, ART486, one studio art elective
Major Studio Concentration in Printmaking
First Year
Fall-ART111, ART127, ART150
Spring-ART112, ART113, ART119
Second Year
Fall-ART200, ART207, ART211, ART247, AHI101
Spring-ART208, ART212; ART305 or ART325; AHI102
Third Year
Fall-ART200; ART223 or ART307; ART305 or ART325; one AHI elective
Spring-Two printmaking electives, one studio art elective, one AHI elective
Fourth Year
Fall-ART200, ART485, one printmaking elective
Spring-ART486, one printmaking elective, one studio art elective
Major Studio Concentration in Sculpture
First Year
Fall-ART111, ART127, ART150
Spring-ART112, ART113, ART119
Second Year
Fall-ART200, ART207, ART211, ART229, AHI101
Spring-ART208 or ART247; ART212, ART230, AHI102
Third Year
Fall-ART200; ART223 or ART307; one sculpture elective, one AHI elective
Spring-Two sculpture electives, one studio art elective, one AHI elective
Fourth Year
Fall-ART200, ART485, one sculpture elective
Spring-ART486, two sculpture electives
Total required credit hours in art - 69
Total required art history credit hours - 12
Minimum GPA of 2.5 overall
Minimum GPA of 2.5 in art courses
Minimum grade of "C" in all articulating art courses
To graduate, a minimum GPA of 2.5 is required in all courses required
for the B.A. degree, including art history and studio art courses.
B.A. students must complete core courses as well as required courses in
their chosen concentration.
ART150 Visual Theory, Aesthetics, and Criticism
AHI101 Survey of Art History
AHI102 Survey of Art History
Two AHI electives
General Studio Concentration
ART111 Drawing Fundamentals I
ART112 Drawing Fundamentals II
ART113 Structural Development
ART119 Design Fundamentals
ART127 Intermedia I
ART207 Drawing Concepts I
ART208 Drawing Concepts II
ART211 Basic Painting I
ART212 Basic Painting II
Three studio art electives
Communication Design Concentration
ART111 Drawing Fundamentals or ART127 Intermedia I
ART119 Design Fundamentals
ART219 Visual Literacy
ART222 Graphic Reproduction Processes
ART240 History of Graphic Design
ART250 Introduction to Computer Art and Design
ART319 Visual Communication I
ART320 Visual Communication II
ART321 Typography I
ART322 Typography II
ART419 Advanced Visual Communication I
ART420 Advanced Visual Communication II
One studio art elective
Photography Concentration
ART127 Intermedia I
ART213 Introduction to Photography
ART250 Introduction to Computer Art and Design
ART313 Intermediate Photography I
ART314 Intermediate Photography II
ART348 History of Photography
ART449 Topics in Contemporary Photography
Four photography electives
See Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (page 254) for general education
and remaining university requirements.
General Studio Concentration
First Year
Fall-ART111, ART127, ART150
Spring-ART112, ART113, ART119
Second Year
Fall-ART207, ART211, AHI101
Spring-ART208, ART212, AHI102
Third Year
Fall-One AHI elective
Spring-One studio art elective, one AHI elective
Fourth Year
Fall-One studio art elective
Spring-One studio art elective
Communication Design Concentration
First Year
Fall-ART111 or ART127; ART150
Spring-ART119, ART250
Second Year
Fall-ART219, ART240, AHI101
Spring-ART222, AHI102
Third Year
Fall-ART319, ART321, one studio art elective, one AHI elective
Spring-ART320, ART322, one AHI elective
Fourth Year
Fall-ART419
Spring-ART420
Photography Concentration
First Year
Fall-ART127, ART150
Spring-ART213
Second Year
Fall-ART250, ART313, ART348, AHI101
Spring-ART314, AHI102
Third Year
Fall-One photography elective, one AHI elective
Spring-One photography elective, one AHI elective
Fourth Year
Fall-One photography elective
Spring-ART449, one photography elective
Total required credit hours in general studio art - 36-42
The art department offers a minor sequence in photography for students
who are doing their major work in other departments.
Minimum GPA of 2.5 overall
Minimum GPA of 2.5 in art courses
For successful completion of the minor, a minimum GPA of 2.5 is required
in all courses required for the minor.
ART213 Introduction to Photography
ART313 Intermediate Photography I
ART314 Intermediate Photography II
ART348 History of Photography
ART449 Topics in Contemporary Photography
Three photography electives
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