All studio art courses reinforce visual acuity and technical abilities through demonstrations, critiques, readings and lectures.

CVFA 102 Arts of the West: Renaissance to Revolutions (3)

Surveys movements in the visual arts of the West from the Renaissance through the Age of Revolutions, about 1400-1850. (Spring)

CVAR 201 The West in the Modern World: Art (3)

Explores movements in the art world from the late 19th century to the present. Examines major historical developments through the lens of visual art works. Focuses on the progression of Modernism to Postmodernism. (Fall)

FAAR 105 Drawing I (3)

Introduces the basic understanding and use of drawing materials and techniques. Addresses visual problems and solutions related to pictorial space (line, shape, chiaroscuro, volume, perspective and composition) through the traditional subjects of still-life, landscape and the portrait. Emphasizes representational drawing as a means of developing observational skills and critical discernment. (Fall and Spring, odd years)

FAAR 106 Painting I (3)

Introduces the basic understanding and use of oil painting materials and techniques. Addresses visual problems and solutions related to the study of painting (color, form, shape and composition) through the traditional subject of still life, landscape and the figure. Emphasizes representational painting as a means of reinforcing observational skills and critical discernment. Explores issues surrounding both the painting tradition and the production of painted images. (Fall)

FAAR 107 Ceramics/Sculpture (3)

Introduces students to basic clay construction technique including pinch, slab, coil and the wheel in order to develop skills in perceiving and responding to three-dimensional form. Explores low fire glazing and Raku finishing techniques. (Fall)

FAAR 108 Two-Dimensional Design (3)

Introduces the formal elements (such as line, shape, texture and color) and principles of design (such as balance, rhythm, variety and unity) fundamental to the practice and study of art. Uses a variety of materials to produce projects that develop visual literacy and problem-solving skills, and to encourage critical discernment. (Fall)

FAAR 110 Photography (3)

Introduces use of cameras and light meters. Develops an understanding of black and white film developing and printing. Explores basic photographic techniques and aesthetic problems. Required materials (possible major expense): 35 mm camera film with manual shutter and aperture controls; a light meter (can be built into the camera); and a film developing tank. (Fall)

FAAR 200 Special Topics (3)

Designed to supplement regular offerings in art history or studio art by study of topics of special interest suggested by faculty or students. (As needed)

FAAR 206 Life Drawing (3)

Introduces drawing the human figure through the study of structure, surface and proportion. Emphasizes using various media and drawing the figure as a means for refining drawing skills and developing personal expression. Addresses issues surrounding the figurative tradition in the history of art. Prerequisite: FAAR 105 or permission of the instructor. (As needed)

FAAR 215 Mixed Media (3)

Explores issues and approaches in contemporary art. Fosters creativity, develops imagination and pushes the boundaries of traditional studio practices through experimentation with traditional and nontraditional materials and techniques. Includes conceptually challenging two- and three-dimensional projects. Mixed Media can be repeated for credit. (Spring)

FAAR 230 Drawing II (3)

Further explores drawing technique and its practice, emphasizing the relationship between concept, material and process. Addresses the critical engagement with visual problems and solutions through the development of a drawing portfolio. Explores contemporary issues in drawing. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: FAAR 105. (Spring, even years)

FAAR 231 Painting II (3)

Further explores oil painting technique and its practice, emphasizing the relationship between concept, material and process. Addresses the critical engagement with visual problems and solutions through the development of a painting portfolio. Explores contemporary issues in painting. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: FAAR 106. (Spring)

FAAR 233 Printmaking (3)

Investigates the creative possibilities, applications and methods of printmaking such as collagraph, monotype, relief and etching. (Spring)

FAAR 309 Graphic Design I (3)

Introduces the use of image-based software as a problem-solving tool for communication design. Emphasizes developing and integrating visual skills to communicate with meaning and purpose. Covers the design, layout and proper production of graphic communications. Prerequisite: FAAR 108 or permission of instructor. (Fall)

FAAR 310 Graphic Design II (3)

An expanded use of image-based software as a problem-solving tool for communication design. Emphasis is on continuing the development and integration of visual skills to communicate with meaning and purpose. This course continues to cover the design, layout and proper production of graphic communications. Prerequisite: FAAR 309 or permission of instructor. (Spring)

FAAR 402 Advanced Senior Studio Project (3)

A capstone course that allows for independent studio production to develop a thematically and technically cohesive body of work. Emphasizes clarifying individual interests and goals with continued attention to technical, formal and conceptual issues. Provides weekly meetings for individual and group critiques and addresses professional practice concerns. Prerequisite: Senior status or permission of instructor. (As needed)

FAAR 398 Independent Study (1-3)

Open to junior and senior art majors. Approval of instructor, chair and dean for academic affairs required. (As needed)

FAAR 480 Internship (credits to be determined)

Open to junior and senior art majors. Approval of chair and dean for academic affairs required. (As needed)