ART
(ART)
College
of Liberal Studies
Department
Chair: Joel Elgin
105
Center for the Arts, 608-785-8230
e-mail:
elgin.joel@uwlax.edu
Professors:
Crocker,
Fiorini, Grant, MacDonald; Associate Professors: Choy, Elgin, Terpstra; Assistant
Professors: Ready, Williams.
(All
colleges) — 39 credits, including ART 104, 106, two courses from 351, 352, 353;
354 and three courses to be elected from ART 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 208, 209
or 210, 214, 216, 220, 221, APH 202; and four courses to be elected from 303,
305, 308, 309, 314, 316, 320, 321, 331, 349, 405, 408, 410, 413, 414, 416, 421,
440. ART 399 required to be taken in the junior year. ART 499 required to be
taken in the senior year.
(All
colleges) — 24 credits, including ART 104, 106, one course from 351, 352, 353;
354 and two courses to be elected from ART 201, 203, 204, 205, 208, 209 or 210,
214, 216, 220, 221, APH 202; and two courses to be elected from 303, 305, 308,
309, 314, 316, 320, 321, 349, 405, 408, 410, 413, 414, 416, 421, 440.
(Middle/Secondary
Education) — 54 credits, including ART 104, 106, 205, 209 or 210, 214, 216,
221, 354, 399, 434, 499; and one course from 351, 352, 353; and electives in
ART including APH 202. (C-I 312 and C-I 313 are required in addition to the
major.)
(All
colleges) — 18 credits, including APH 202, 232, 302, 312, 412, 492 and
electives in APH chosen from APH 300 or 372, 322, 332, 342, 351, 402, and 499.
+ above a course number indicates a General Education course.
+
ART 102 Cr.
2
Art
Appreciation
Discovering
the visual world. An introduction to the visual arts of applied arts,
architecture, craft arts, film/video arts, painting/drawing, printing/ graphic
arts, and sculpture. The student will learn to use analysis and evaluation to
explore the meaning of art.
ART 104 Cr.
3
Foundations
I: Basic Drawing, Two-Dimensional Design
Foundations
I introduces the student to a studio-based approach to the visual arts.
Students develop a strong understanding of basic design principles and basic drawing
techniques via the application of traditional media and new technologies.
Foundations I will also encourage students to build discipline and good studio
habits. These elements will serve the students for the rest of their
undergraduate experience in the arts.
ART 106 Cr.
3
Foundations
II continues the student’s introductory experience to a studio-based approach
to the visual arts. Students apply design principles to the three-dimensional realm.
Concentration will focus on basic construction techniques, exposure to various
materials and their inherent qualities, and design concerns regarding
three-dimensional forms. Drawing, design, and the computer as a design tool
continue as essential elements of the art student’s experience. Prerequisite:
ART 104.
ART 200 Cr.
1-3
Perspectives
in Art I
Art
Studio and/or historical investigation within traditional and contemporary
areas of art. Repeatable for credit — maximum 3. Offered occasionally.
+
ART 201 Cr.
3
Multicultural
Survey of Art
An
examination of art forms in the varying contemporary and historical social
contexts of Africa, Asia, and other non-western cultures. Topics to include the
studies of objects and artists from these non-western geographical areas with
emphasis on the image, cultural circumstances, world views, and the function of
art. Offered Semester II.
ART 202 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Graphic Art and Design
A
studio course introducing the fundamental principles of design applied in
commercial and advertising art. Necessary techniques are explored and refined
through projects representative of contemporary practice. Lect. 1, Studio 4.
Offered occasionally.
ART 203 Cr.
3
Figure
Drawing
A
studio course emphasizing Life Drawing as an art form through exploration of
various styles and techniques from traditional through contemporary.
Watercolor
Painting
A
studio course concentrating on water color painting with an emphasis on
technique and color theory. Traditional and contemporary modes of expression
are studied in the context of the working studio. Stylistic and thematic
development are explored. Offered occasionally.
ART 205 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Painting
This
course is a thorough introduction to the techniques and materials of painting.
Focus is on approaches to creative expression, the research of historical and
contemporary painting, and peer critical dialogue. Explores a broad range of
painting media, including oil, acrylic, watercolor, and encaustic. Various
stylistic approaches are introduced, including realism, abstraction, and post
modern painting. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisite: ART 104.
ART 208 Cr.
3
New
Technologies in the Arts
A
survey studio course exploring the potential of new technological media to
produce art work. Included media are: video, photocopying, and computers.
Offered occasionally.
ART 209 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Printmaking: Intaglio
The
student will be exposed to the issues and possibilities of the printed image by
exploring the techniques of black and white intaglio. The intaglio printmaking
process will be examined through extensive studio and historical research.
Areas of study include the development of intaglio from 1657 to the present,
the application of drawing and content issues to the techniques of drypoint,
line etching, aquatint, and softground. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisite: ART
104. Offered annually.
ART 210 Cr.
3
The
student will explore the issues and possibilities of the printed image through
a studio/historical exploration of lithography. Areas of research include the
historical development of lithography and the application of its techniques of
crayon, pencil, transfer and computer augmentation to stone lithography. Lect.
1, Studio 4. Prerequisite: ART 104. Offered annually.
ART 214 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Sculpture
An
introductory studio course which explores basic processes associated with
sculptural form. The course begins with an introduction to direct, additive
processes where students will work with basic materials such as clay, concrete,
wood, and foam. The second half of the semester concentrates on modeling, mold
making, and casting metal. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisite: ART 106.
ART 215 Cr.
3
Intermediate
Sculpture
A
studio course which focuses on the human form as sculptural imagery. Students
will begin their observation of the figure through drawing and modeling in
clay. Advanced applications of mold making will allow students to cast their
forms in various materials such as plaster, rubber, aluminum, bronze, or iron.
Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisite: ART 214.
ART 216 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Ceramics
A
studio course which explores process and materials. The course begins with hand
building techniques. The end of the semester focuses on throwing on the
potter’s wheel. Through the course the student will experiment in clay, glazes,
and surface decoration. Lect. 1, Studio 4.
ART 220 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Blacksmithing
A studio
course involving basic principles of iron forging, with emphasis on design. The
major hot forging techniques include tapering, rounding, rivet work, spirals
and twists. These techniques will be investigated to develop design in
functional and non-functional iron forms. Lect. 1, Studio 4.
ART 221 Cr.
3
Introduction
to Jewelry and Metalsmithing
Basic
use of metals in jewelry making, with emphasis on design and development of
fabrication and gem setting processes. Lect. 1, Studio 4.
ART 300 Cr.
3
Studio
Art for Non-Art Majors
A
studio art experience for non-art majors; an introduction to a variety of art
media; such as drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture. Prerequisite: ART
102. (Not open to art majors.) Offered occasionally.
ART 303 Cr.
3
Advanced
Drawing
Studio
course providing students an opportunity to improve drawing skills and
understanding through emphasizing still life, nature, analytical, experimental
and figure drawing as a source of design. Prerequisites: ART 104 and 203.
ART 305 Cr.
3
Intermediate
Painting
The
intermediate level of painting expands upon the concepts introduced in ART 205,
with an emphasis on creative development within the discipline. Students
develop their own visual language, creative expression, and conceptual understanding
through active participation in collaborative painting, and individual studio
work, and critiques. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisite: ART 205.
Computer
Art
A
studio course using the computer as a tool to produce artwork. Areas of exploration
will include: drawing, painting, three-dimensional rendering, graphics and
animation software in a Macintosh environment. Prerequisites: ART 208 or C-S
101.
Each
student will further their knowledge of intaglio and lithography by researching
both multiple printing and simultaneous color printing methods. Concurrently
students will apply the technical, historical, theoretical knowledge gained to
his/her own areas of content. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisites: ART 104, 209 or
210. Repeatable for credit — maximum 6.
Students
are asked to define a personal vision through foundry processes and techniques
which align themselves with that vision. The student will be directed to explore
advanced applications for the development of complex form and imagery. Students
are also given the opportunity to refine their skills in observation and
modeling form.
Lect.
1, Studio 4. Prerequisites: ART 215.
Studio
course specializing in the skill associated with the pottery wheel. Emphasis
upon individual research in the mixing of clay bodies and simple experiments in
glaze research. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisites: ART 106 and 216.
ART 320 Cr.
3
Advanced
Blacksmithing Techniques
A
studio course involving advanced principles of iron forging with emphasis on
design. Functional and non-functional iron form will be investigated. Advanced
forging techniques including forge welding, tennon work, tool making and construction
techniques will be discussed and implemented through design form. Lect. 1,
Studio 4. Prerequisites: ART 106 and 220.
ART 321 Cr.
3
A
studio course that covers advanced jewelry fabrication, hollow forms and an
introduction to several casting techniques. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisites:
ART 106 and 221.
ART 331 Cr.
3
History
of American Art
Art
from the colonial period to the present time.
ART 333 Cr.
3
History
of Animation
A
survey of the art of animation from its 16th century origins through World War
II. Includes early animation, invention of sound and color, development of
celluloid animation and the “Golden Years” of animation. Offered occasionally.
ART 343 Cr.
3
New
Directions in Animation
The
development of animation as an art form since 1945. Includes limited action,
stop action, claymation, computer animation, and other new techniques. Offered
occasionally.
ART 349 Cr.
3
Display
Holography
The
recording of light on a photographic plate by laser technology to create images
that appear to be three-dimensional. Using this holography process to create
artwork. Prerequisites: ART 104 and 208 or APH 202. Offered occasionally.
ART 351 Cr.
3
Ancient
Art of the Western World
A
history of the visual arts from prehistoric times through the fall of the Roman
Empire, 10,000 BC to 450 AD, concentrating on the classical civilizations of
Greece and Rome. Prerequisite: HIS 151.
ART 352 Cr.
3
Medieval
Art of the Western World
A
history of the visual arts from the fall of the Roman Empire through the Gothic
period, 450-1300 A.D. Prerequisite: HIS 151.
ART 353 Cr.
3
Renaissance
Art of the Western World
A
history of the Renaissance, Baroque, and Rococo styles in the visual arts of
Italy and northern Europe from 1300 to 1750. Prerequisite: HIS 152.
ART 354 Cr.
3
Modern
Art of the Western World
A
history of the visual arts in Europe and North America from 1750 to the
present. Prerequisite: HIS 152.
Reading
and discussion pertinent to the professional artist. Course intended to assist
students in the final stages of their education to make a successful transition
from undergraduate school to the professional world of the artist.
Prerequisite: junior standing.
ART 400 Cr.
1-3
Perspectives
in Art II
Art
studio and/or historical investigation within traditional and contemporary areas
of art. Prerequisite: ART 106. Repeatable for credit — maximum 3. Offered
occasionally.
ART 405 Cr.
3
Advanced
Painting
An
opportunity for further development of visual language through the medium of
paint in an individualized studio environment. The course involves a dedication
to ongoing creative work and an increased awareness of contemporary painting
discourses. Students focus on issues of conduct and expression through
individual projects and research. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisite: ART 305. Repeatable
for credit — maximum 6.
ART 408 Cr.
3
Computer
Graphic Design
An
intensive studio experience to expand digital illustration skills for the
production of sophisticated artwork and graphics leading to the development of
a personal illustration style. Topics will include image scanning and
manipulation, color theory, preparation of files for high end output and
thematic content. Studio 6. Prerequisite: Art 308. Repeatable for credit —
maximum 6. Offered occasionally.
ART 410 Cr.
3
Individual
Problems in Printmaking
An
intensive studio/historical exploration of the student’s chosen area of content
as expressed through the techniques of printmaking. Lect. 1, Studio 4.
Prerequisite: ART 309. Repeatable for credit — maximum 6. Offered occasionally.
ART 413/513 Cr.
1-3
Independent
Study
Concentrated
study in any area: art history, art metal, ceramics, design, drawing, painting,
printmaking, sculpture. Open to advanced students who have excellent records in
selected areas. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Repeatable for credit —
maximum 6 for majors, maximum of 4 for non-majors or minors.
ART 414 Cr.
3
Individual
Problems in Sculpture
A
studio course providing opportunities for independent work for the advance
student in the area of sculpture. Students are challenged to further develop a
personal vision of sculpture through various techniques offered in the studio.
These techniques will be based on advanced foundrywork, fabrication, and
woodworking. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisite: ART 314. Repeatable for credit —
maximum 6.
ART 415 Cr.
3
Art
Seminar
Professional
problems related to principles of art, art history, and art education research.
Prerequisite: ART 106.
ART 416 Cr.
3
Advanced
Ceramics
A studio
course with emphasis placed on advanced production techniques including mixed
construction methods in pottery. A student’s knowledge of clay and glaze
composition and kiln design and firing is furthered by an organized approach to
technical research. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisite: ART 316. Repeatable for
credit — maximum 6.
ART 421 Cr.
3
Advanced
Jewelry and Metalsmithing
A
studio course that focuses on advanced creative and technical processes in
jewelry and metalsmithing. Individual research, design and creative
applications are emphasized. Lect. 1, Studio 4. Prerequisite: ART 321.
Repeatable for credit — maximum 6.
ART 431 Cr.
2
Lectures
in Art History
A
series of lectures designed to study and analyze the artists and their works
within society. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
ART 434/534 Cr.
3
Aesthetics
and Art Criticism in the Visual Arts
An
investigation of the aesthetics of diverse cultures, Western being only one of
these. An exploration of art philosophies of the past as well as contemporary
art theories and criticism in the visual arts. An inquiry into the meaning of
art and art production. Prerequisites: two of the following: ART 351, 352, 353,
354. Graduate students must have permission of the instructor.
ART 440 Cr.
3
Contemporary
Issues in Art: Gender, Race and Class
A
combined lecture and studio course exploring contemporary directions in art.
Included are feminist and multicultural art theory and practice with emphasis
on writing, critical inquiry and creative research. Lect. 2, Studio 2.
Prerequisites: ART 106 and 354. Offered every third semester.
ART 450 Cr.
3-15
Internship
in Art
An
academic or experientially relevant course in the creative arts, art education,
art history and museology. Prerequisites: junior standing with at least a 2.5
overall GPA and a 2.75 GPA in art; at least 22 hours in art including specific
course work where applicable. Repeatable for credit — maximum 15. No more than
six credits may be applied toward a major in the art department. Pass/Fail grading.
ART 499 Cr.
1
Senior
Exhibition
This
course will expose the student to the theory and practice of the presentation
and exhibition of artwork. The course will culminate in an exhibition of the
student’s work. Prerequisite: ART 399. Pass/Fail grading.