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Art Courses and Descriptions
ART 110 Art Appreciation
3 credits
ART 110 introduces the cultural significance of the visual arts, including media, processes, techniques, traditions, and terminology.
ART 111 Art History I
3 credits
ART 111 provides the knowledge base to understand the visual arts, especially as related to Western culture. This course surveys the visual arts from the Ancient through the Medieval periods.
ART 112 Art History II
3 credits
No prerequisite
ART 112 provides the knowledge base to understand the visual arts, especially as related to Western culture. This course surveys the visual arts from the Renaissance through the Modern periods.
ART 121 Drawing I
3 credits
ART 121 investigates the various approaches and media that students need in order to develop drawing skills and visual perception.
ART 122 Drawing II
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 121, or permission of instructor
ART 122 explores expressive drawing techniques with an emphasis on formal composition, color media, and content or thematic development.
ART 123 Watercolor I
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 121, ART 131, or permission of instructor
ART 123 introduces the basic techniques and unique aspects of materials involved in the use of either transparent or opaque water media or both. Color theory is included.
ART 124 Watercolor II
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 123, or permission of instructor
ART 124 continues the study of watercolor techniques, emphasizing original compositions and experimentation with materials. Color theory is included.
ART 131 2D Design
3 credits
ART 131 examines the basic elements of design, visual perception, and artistic form and composition as they relate to two-dimensional media.
ART 132 3D Design
3 credits
ART 132 focuses on learning to apply the elements and principles of design to three-dimensional problems.
ART 141 Jewelry and Metal Work I
3 credits
ART 141 introduces the construction of jewelry designs in metals and small casting techniques.
ART 142 Jewelry and Metal Work II
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 141, or permission of instructor
ART 142 emphasizes conceptual design development, using casting and specialized techniques.
ART 146 Stained Glass I
3 credits
ART 146 develops a basic understanding of and approach to stained glass. Students gain an understanding of and appreciation for the properties of glass and the nature of finished stained glass construction.
ART 147 Stained Glass II
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 146, or permission of instructor
ART 147 is a continuation of Stained Glass I. Students advance to a clearer but still basic understanding of and approach to stained glass. Students gain a greater understanding of and appreciation for the properties of glass and the nature of finished stained glass construction
ART 154 Sculpture I
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 131, ART 132, or permission of instructor
ART 154 introduces the fundamentals of sculpture such as modeling, casting, carving, and the processes of assemblage.
ART 155 Sculpture II
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 154, or permission of instructor
ART 155 develops an understanding of and focus on manipulation of three-dimensional form, with greater concentration on individual creativity and style.
ART 156 Figure Drawing I
3 credits
ART 156 introduces the basic techniques of drawing the human figure.
ART 157 Figure Painting I
3 credits
ART 157 focuses on painting the human figure, and includes a brief survey of figure painting, and instruction in the fundamental methods of composition and expressions.
ART 161 Ceramics I
3 credits
ART 161 introduces traditional and contemporary ceramic forms and processes, including handbuilding and throwing on the potter’s wheel.
ART 162 Ceramics II
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 161
ART 162 is a continuation of ART 161. This course emphasizes skill, technique and form.
ART 175-177 Special Topics
1-6 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
ART 175-177 cover specific topics in art. These courses are offered as needed for credit appropriate to the topic. Each offering includes a description of the topic(s).
ART 207 Art History – 1900 to Present
3 credits
No prerequisite
ART 207 provides students with the knowledge base to understand the visual arts as related to Modern and Contemporary visual art. This course surveys world art of the twentieth century, including Modernism to Post-Modernism.
ART 209 Studio Art
3 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
ART 209 is designed for advanced students interested in further exploring an art discipline to develop a more comprehensive portfolio.
ART 211 Painting I
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 121, ART 131, or permission of instructor
ART 211 explores basic techniques, materials, and concepts used in opaque painting processes in oil or acrylic painting to depict form and space on a two-dimensional surface.
ART 212 Painting II
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 211, or permission of instructor
ART 212 further explores techniques, materials, and concepts used in opaque painting processes in oil or acrylic painting, with emphasis on composition and content development.
ART 213 Painting III
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 212, or permission of instructor
ART 213 provides continued exploration of techniques, materials, and concepts used in opaque painting processes in oil or acrylic painting, with emphasis on composition and content development.
ART 214 Painting IV
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 213, or permission of instructor
ART 214 explores advanced techniques, materials, and concepts used in opaque painting processes, with emphasis on the development of themes and a cohesive body of work.
ART 221 Drawing III
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 122, or permission of instructor
ART 221 offers a continued study of expressive drawing techniques and development of individual style, with an emphasis on composition and technique variation.
ART 222 Drawing IV
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 221, or permission of instructor
ART 222 explores advanced drawing problems with an emphasis on conceptual development and portfolio and/or exhibition quality presentation.
ART 223 Watercolor III
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 124, or permission of instructor
ART 223 concentrates on the advanced study of subject development, form, color, and theme in watercolor.
ART 224 Watercolor IV
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 223, or permission of instructor
ART 224 concentrates on the advanced study of techniques, individual style of expression, and consistency of compositional problem-solving in watercolor.
ART 225 Printmaking I
3 credits
Prerequisites: ART 121 and ART 131, or permission of instructor
ART 225 introduces the basic techniques and skills of printmaking as a fine art medium. Instruction includes an understanding of visual concepts as they relate to prints. This course may include introduction to relief, intaglio, lithography, and screen printing techniques.
ART 226 Printmaking II
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 225, or permission of instructor
ART 226 introduces more advanced techniques and skills of printmaking as a fine art medium. Instruction includes an understanding of visual concepts as they relate to prints. This course may include introduction to relief, intaglio, lithography, and screen printing techniques.
ART 231 Advanced 2D Design
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 131
ART 231 provides continued study of the principles and elements of two-dimensional design with an emphasis on visual communication for further application in fine art, commercial art, and/or applied arts.
ART 232 Advanced 3D Design
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 132
ART 232 provides continued study of the principles and elements of three-dimensional design with an emphasis on visual communication for further application in fine art, commercial art, and/or applied arts.
ART 241 Jewelry and Metal Work III
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 142, or permission of instructor
ART 241 focuses upon advanced work and emphasizes experimentation with materials and techniques, individual designs, and superior craftsmanship.
ART 242 Jewelry and Metal Work IV
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 241, or permission of instructor
ART 242 provides continued study of the properties of metal and stone in creating decorative work. Students employ advanced design and techniques to explore original, personal expression. A variety of materials and approaches are used in discovering new and independently creative finished pieces.
ART 246 Stained Glass III
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 147
ART 246 provides continued instruction in which students advance to a clearer and more advanced understanding of and approach to stained glass. Students gain a greater understanding of and appreciation for the properties of glass and the nature of finished stained glass construction. This course emphasizes original, personal expression.
ART 247 Stained Glass IV
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 246
ART 247 continues instruction in stained glass with students advancing to a clearer understanding and approach. Students gain greater appreciation for the properties of glass and the nature of finished stained glass construction. This course focuses on original, personal expression. Student independence is emphasized with regard to use of materials and tools and a wide variety of glass.
ART 254 Sculpting the Figure
3 credits
ART 254 focuses on sculpting the human figure using modeling techniques in clay.
ART 256 Advanced Figure Drawing
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 156
ART 256 provides continuing study of the various methods of drawing the human figure, with emphasis on the description of form and individual style.
ART 257 Advanced Figure Painting
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 157
ART 257 offers continued study of painting the human figure with advanced problem-solving in composition and experimentation with materials and techniques.
ART 261 Ceramics III
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 162
ART 261 encourages students to develop an individual style of wheel-thrown and hand-built ceramic forms with continuing involvement in surface treatment.
ART 262 Ceramics IV
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 261
ART 262 continues advanced work with emphasis on various clay bodies, unique glazes and engobes, combining different textures and shapes, and development of personal forms.
ART 264 Marketing for the Visual Artist
3 credits
Prerequisite: 12 credits of any combination of ART courses
ART 264 provides students with the framework, tools, and professional materials necessary for the practicing visual artist. Guidelines for writing proposals, artist’s statements, and resumes are discussed and practiced. This course explores theoretical and practical considerations related to portfolio presentation and exhibiting artwork through hands-on activities, readings, and discussion.
ART 268 Sculpture III
3 credits
Prerequisite: ART 155 or permission of instructor
ART 268 focuses on advanced individual sculpture projects, emphasizing experimentation with materials, accomplished technique, and conceptual significance.
ART 275-277 Special Topics
1-6 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
ART 275-277 cover specific topics in art. These courses are offered as needed for credit appropriate to the topic. Each offering includes a description of the topic(s).
ART 280 Internship
1-6 credits
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor
ART 280 provides the opportunity for students to gain supervised occupational experience in any of the disciplines involving the visual arts, including, but not limited to, gallery or museum administration and graphic design. Instruction is coordinated by the on-site supervisor and instructor and is totally based on the student’s occupational experience plan.
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For more information about the Art program at Red Rocks, contact: Berndt Savig
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