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112.  Photography I (I and II; 0, 4)
An introduction to the theory, practice, and criticism of fine art photography. Not open to seniors.

120.  Painting I (I and II; 0, 4)
Studio course to introduce basic techniques and materials of painting, color theory and its application, image and composition. Not open to seniors.

130.  Printmaking I (I or II; 0, 4)
An introduction to visual concepts and processes in intaglio, relief, and screen printing. Not open to seniors.

131.  Drawing I (I and II; 0, 8)
The tradition of drawing, its practice and theory in various media. Not open to seniors.

150.  Sculpture I (I or II; 0, 4)
Students will be introduced to a variety of sculptural materials and methods of fabrication, become familiar with the work of contemporary sculptors, and learn to interpret visual works. Prerequisite: seniors by permission of the instructor.

229.  230. Printmaking II (I and II; 0, 4)
Individual projects in intaglio and woodblock printing with an emphasis on concept and refinement of image. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.

231.  Drawing II (I and II; 0, 8)
A continuation of ARST 131 with emphasis on concept and refinement of image. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.

234.  Digital Photography (II; 0, 4)
Individual projects in digital photography with an emphasis on concept and refinement of image. Prerequisite: ARST 112, ARST 131 and permission of the instructor.

237.  238. Painting II (I and II; R; 0, 4)
An expanded introduction to painting practices. Emphasis on process, materials, content, and individual creativity within the context of structured assignments. Prerequisites: ARST 120 and permission of the instructor.

243.  Graphic Design I (I or II; 0, 3)
An introduction to the theory and practice of graphic design and the principles underlying the visual presentation of information, both verbal and pictorial. Prerequisite: one of the following: ARST 112, ARST 130, ARST 131, ARST 150, or ARST 234.

247.  Photography II (I and II; 0, 4)
This course builds upon skills and knowledge gained in ARST 112, including more complex technical and critical methods and development of a personal direction. Prerequisites: ARST 112 and permission of the instructor.

250.  251. Sculpture II (I and II; 0, 8)
Building on the fundamental skills acquired in Sculpture I, students will utilize more technically demanding processes, including: steel fabrication, woodworking, and moldmaking. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.

335.  336. Advanced Work in the Studio (I and II; R; 0, 8)
Advanced projects in each studio area: painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture or graphics. This course may be repeated for additional credit. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.

340.  Multi-media and Installation Art (I or II; 3, 0)
This course builds upon the principles of interdisciplinary practices and histories of performance, installation, and video art. The class will function as a survey of modern and contemporary interdisciplinary art as well as a studio for individual and collaborative projects and actions in installation, performance and video. Prerequisites: permission of the instructor and one of the following: ARST 112, ARST 229, ARST 237, or ARST 250.

345.  Painting III (I or II; R; 0, 3)
A combination of painting projects with an emphasis on individual development of ideas and technique and the vast possibilities of contemporary painting practices. Prerequisites: ARST 237 or ARST 238 and permission of the instructor.

346.  Printmaking III (I or II; R; 0, 3)
Advanced projects in printmaking to develop individual themes and concepts. Prerequisites: permission of the instructor and ARST 229 or ARST 230.

347.  Photography III (I or II; R; 0, 3)
Advanced projects in photography to develop individual themes and concepts. Prerequisites: permission of the instructor and ARST 247.

348.  Sculpture III (I or II; R; 0, 3)
Advanced projects in sculpture to develop individual themes and concepts. Prerequisites: permission of the instructor and ARST 250.

349.  Digital Sculpture (I and II; 0, 4)
Students will create virtual three-dimensional forms on the computer with CAD software and render photorealistic images of projects. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.

350.  351. Honors Studio Art (I and II; R)
Independent study or creative work leading either to the writing of a thesis or the completion of a significant studio project. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.

450.  Senior Projects in Studio Art Part I (I; 0, 3)
Individual projects in any media culminating in a body of work to be exhibited in the Samek Art Gallery in the spring semester. Studio art majors take ARST 450 in the fall and ARST 451 in the spring. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.

451.  Senior Projects in Studio Art Part II (II; 0, 3)
Individual projects in any media culminating in a body of work to be exhibited in the Samek Art Gallery in the spring semester. Studio art majors take ARST 450 in the fall and ARST 451 in the spring. Only under special circumstances, such as early graduation or study abroad in the spring, seniors can take ARST 451 in the fall. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.