Course Descriptions 2023-2024 School Year ART ARH2050  Art History 1  3.0   P An introduction to art history which acquaints the student with major works of art as they relate to the historical and cultural development of artistic styles from ancient times to the beginning of the Renaissance. Students will carry out introductory research methodologies appropriate to art history. Students will explore the medium through several college-level writing exercises, including gallery reports, analyses of art and architectural works, research papers and other discipline specific writing. ARH2050 constitutes the first half of the Art History sequence which is required by art majors wishing to transfer as juniors to State of Florida upper division institutions.... Full Description ARH2051  Art History 2  3.0   P An introduction to art history which acquaints the student with major works of art as they relate to the historical and cultural development of artistic styles from the Renaissance to the present. Students will carry out introductory research methodologies appropriate to art history. Students will explore the medium through several college-level writing exercises, including gallery reports, analyses of art and architectural works, research papers and other discipline specific writing. ARH2051 constitutes the second half of the Art History sequence which is required by art majors wishing to transfer as juniors to State of Florida upper division institutions.... Full Description ART1300C  Drawing 1  3.0   P Introduces the student to the basic skills and elements of descriptive representational drawing. Students will become familiar with the basic vocabulary and conventions of objective drawing processes and media while emphasizing an enhanced perceptual awareness and eye/hand motor skills. Beginning Drawing requires substantial time toward the completion of class projects, both in and outside of scheduled class time. Beginning Drawing is a prerequisite for and prepares students with the foundation necessary to furthering their drawing studies in Life Drawing and aids in preparing students to apply for entry to upper-division programs through the development of a body of portfolio-quality drawings. Students are advised that, while not a prerequ Full Description ART1301C  Drawing 2 (Life Drawing)  3.0   P Continues with the development of basic skills and elements of descriptive drawing from Beginning Drawing while serving as an introduction to figure drawing. In studying the human figure, this course utilizes the live, nude model. Students will become further familiarized with the basic vocabulary and conventions of objective drawing processes and media while emphasizing an enhanced perceptual awareness and eye/hand motor skills. This course provides the foundation to address figural problems encountered in other studio courses involving the human figure such as Life Painting, and aids in preparing students to apply for entry to upper-division programs through the development of a body of portfolio-quality figure drawings. It is expected th Full Description ART1750C  Ceramics - Handbuilding 1  3.0   P Introduces the student to the basic techniques of ceramics with an emphasis on handbuilding, decorative, and glazing techniques. This course introduces the student to the creative process, concept development, and broadens and sensitizes the student to the materials and techniques involved in ceramic processes.... Full Description ART1752C  Ceramics - Wheel Throwing  3.0   P Introduces the student to the basic techniques of ceramics with an emphasis on wheel throwing, decorative, and glazing techniques. This course introduces the student to the creative process, concept development, and broadens and sensitizes the student to the materials and techniques involved in ceramic processes.... Full Description ART1400C  Printmaking 1  3.0   P Introduces students to intaglio and relief printmaking processes. Students will learn the proper use of facilities and equipment unique to the printmaking studio and become familiar with the basic vocabulary and techniques of making and printing intaglio and relief images. Printmaking 1 requires substantial time toward the completion of class projects, both in and outside of scheduled class time.... Full Description ART1500C  Painting  3.0   P Introduces the student to the basic techniques of oil and/or acrylic painting. Painting exposes students to the associated vocabulary, historical context and practical applications of painting and color theory. Students will investigate abstract compositions as well as develop objective, observational painting skills through still life, landscape and portraiture. This course introduces students to the creative process, concept development, and broadens and sensitizes the student to materials and techniques involved in the painting process. Painting requires substantial time toward the completion of class projects, both in and outside of scheduled class time.... Full Description ART2501C  Painting from Life  3.0   P Introduces students to compositional, tonal and color relationships in painting the forms of the human face and figure. Life Painting exposes students to the associated vocabulary, historical context and practical applications of direct, observational painting from the live, nude model. This course introduces students to the creative process, concept development, and broadens and sensitizes the student to materials and techniques involved in the painting process. Life Painting requires substantial time toward the completion of class projects, both in and outside of scheduled class time. Life Painting aids in preparing students to apply for entry to upper-division programs through the development of a body of portfolio-quality figure and por Full Description ART2955  Portfolio and Resume Development  3.0   P This course is designed to help Fine Arts students acquire the skills to effectively market themselves and their work. Assignments will include a resume, artist's statement, cover letter, and digital portfolio designed to aid in gaining employment or admission to upper division schools. The final project is a self-published website that reflects the culmination of the terms assignments.... Full Description ART2432C  Photo Silkscreen Printing  3.0   P Introduces the student to the basic techniques of photo silkscreen/serigraph printing. Students will learn the proper use of facilities and equipment unique to the printmaking studio and become familiar with the basic vocabulary and techniques of making and printing photo-silkscreen prints. Photo Silkscreen requires an independent work ethic typical of studio course work and the commitment of substantial time toward the completion of projects, both in and outside of scheduled class time including extensive time in the darkroom outside of regularly scheduled class hours. This class is normally recommended as a studio elective only for second year Visual Arts majors.... Full Description PGY1401C  Black and White Darkroom 1  3.0   P This course introduces students to the basic techniques, process, and language of photography. The student will learn how to make an accurate exposure with the camera, process film, print, mat, and prepare for presentation in critique. An emphasis will be placed toward an appreciation for the creative expression and artistic application as students work with the technical aspects of photography. Participation in open lab hours will be necessary for successful completion of this course. Note: The student must have access to a 35mm single lens reflex (SLR) camera with a working meter and a lens. The camera's exposure controls must be able to be operated in the manual mode.... Full Description PGY1800C  Digital Art Photography 1  3.0   P Introduces students to the basic techniques, process, and language of digital photography. The student will learn photography from capture through output, along with discussions about ethical and legal issues involving this media. Emphasis will be placed on appreciation for the creative expression and artistic application. A digital camera with manual exposure controls is required for this class. The students will use computers in the photo lab for their assignment work and complete their camera work outside of class time as homework. Basic computer skills will be necessary. Due to a limited inventory of cameras for check-out, all photography students are highly encouraged to have their own camera.... Full Description PGY2210C  Portraiture  3.0   P This is an intermediate class for students with Photography I skills, Film or Digital and reinforces portraiture as a way of expressing emotion and the human condition. The emphasis is on the continued exploration of personal communication and artistic expression as it relates specifically to the portrait. Students will learn to use studio lighting, backdrops, precise metering. Film students will be introduced to printing with 11x14 fiber paper. The student must have access to a single lens reflex (SLR) camera with a working meter and a lens. The camera's exposure controls must be able to be operated in the manual mode.... Full Description PGY2802C  Digital Art Photography 2  3.0   P This is an intermediate, digital art photography course. The student is introduced to advanced camera and computer skills. The emphasis is on the continued exploration of artistic expression using digital processes as a means of personal communication. A digital camera with manual exposure controls is required.... Full Description ART1201C  Two-Dimensional Design  3.0   P This course is a guided investigation of basic concepts and techniques of visual organization in two dimensions. Students will develop an awareness of the formal elements of composition, a working knowledge of their fundamental principles and sensitivity toward the interrelationship between form and content. Students will familiarize themselves with the basic vocabulary necessary to verbalize their creative process and critical thinking. Two-Dimensional Design requires substantial time toward the completion of class projects, both in and outside of scheduled class time. Two-Dimensional Design prepares students with the foundation to address compositional problems encountered in other two-dimensional studio courses such as those involving ph Full Description ART1430C  Silkscreen Printing  3.0   P Introduces students to basic techniques of silkscreen/serigraph printing. Students will learn the proper use of facilities and equipment unique to the printmaking studio and become familiar with the basic vocabulary and techniques of making and printing silkscreen limited edition prints. Silkscreen Printing requires substantial time toward the completion of class projects, both in and outside of scheduled class time.... Full Description ARH1000  Art Appreciation  3.0   P This course introduces students to both two- and three-dimensional visual arts and the vocabulary necessary to express an educated opinion on the quality, value and significance of the arts studied. Art Appreciation emphasizes developing the skills of critical observation in order to build visual literacy and promote an understanding of various forms of visual expression.... Full Description ART2302C  Mixed Media Drawing  3.0   P Introduces the student to the use of multiple materials within the production of individual art works. Mixed Media Drawing introduces the student to an expanded creative process and concept development. Through the development of individual written creative proposals, students concentrate on explorations of materials and techniques involved in mixed media drawing processes. Mixed Media Drawing requires an independent work ethic typical of advanced studies and the commitment of substantial time toward the completion of projects, both in and outside of scheduled class time. It is expected that students enrolled in Mixed Media Drawing have successfully completed ART1300C Beginning Drawing either at SF or the equivalent course at another instit Full Description ARH2500  Survey of Non-Western Art History  3.0   P Introduces students to the cultural and historical heritage of selected non-western societies from the ancient world to the present day. The student will be introduced to examples of painting, sculpture, architecture and decorative arts using slides, videotapes and other materials reproducing art works from a variety of cultures including those of Africa, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas. Rather than following chronological outline the course will be organized in the basis of different types of cultural models including nomadic bands, village cultures, ranked societies and urban states.... Full Description ART1701C  Sculpture  3.0   P Introduces students to the basic methods of casting, carving and assemblage. This course introduces the student to the creative process, concept development, and broadens and sensitizes the student to the materials and techniques involved in the sculpture process. Students will become familiar with the basic vocabulary associated with sculpture. Sculpture 1 requires substantial time toward the completion of class projects, both in and outside of scheduled class time.... Full Description ART1203C  Three-Dimensional Design  3.0   P Introduces the student to the basic methods of Three-Dimensional Design with an emphasis on dimensional form, scale, texture and tension. This course introduces the student to the creative process, concept development, and broadens and sensitizes the student to the materials and techniques involved in three-dimensional design processes. Students will become familiar with the basic vocabulary associated with three-dimensional design. Three-Dimensional Design requires substantial time toward the completion of class projects, both in and outside of scheduled class time. Three-Dimensional Design prepares students with the foundation to address compositional problems encountered in other three-dimensional studio courses such as those involving. Full Description ART1001C  Art Fundamentals  3.0   P This course introduces students to a guided investigation of basic concepts and techniques of visual organization. This course is designed principally for non-art majors and focuses on the development of students as aware, educated members of the arts audience. No prior experience in art is required. Through a survey of basic media in a studio environment, students will acquire a working knowledge of fundamental principles of visual art and familiarize themselves with the basic vocabulary necessary to communicate their creative process and thinking. Art Fundamentals exposes students to a variety of visual arts disciplines including design, drawing, collage and painting (sculpture is included when time permits).... Full Description ART1758C  Ceramics 3 - Intermediate Level  3.0   P This course is an advanced course with an emphasis on skill refinement in either wheel throwing or handbuilding. In this course the student will develop idea formation and design skills to create a cohesive group of artworks. The student will learn advanced conceptual development and finishing processes. It is expected that students enrolled in Ceramics 3, Intermediate Level have successfully completed one or more of the following courses: ART1750C Ceramics 1, Handbuilding, and/or ART1752C Ceramics 2, Wheel Throwing.... Full Description PGY2404C  Black and White Darkroom 2  3.0   P This is an intermediate class for students with Art Photography 1 skills. The student is introduced to advanced camera and darkroom techniques. The emphasis is on the continued exploration of artistic expression using photographic processes as a means of personal communication. Students will print on 11x14 fiber paper, cut window mats, begin a professional quality portfolio, and combine their photo work with other media, such as painting on photos, image transfers, the use of scientific infrared film, and high contrast printing with photo silkscreen materials. Participation in open lab hours will be necessary for successful completion of this course. The student must have access to a 35mm single lens reflex (SLR) camera with a working meter Full Description