Studio Art Courses

Explore techniques of drawing in a contemporary context. Focus on line, line weight, continuous line, contour line, sighting, figure, gesture, perspective (two point, three point, and isometric/orthogonal drawing), value, color, and texture.

Megan Hildebrandt
MW 8–11

Instructor TBA
MW 11–2

Megan Hildebrandt
MW 2–5

Instructor TBA
TTH 8–11

Instructor TBA
TTH 2–5

Create planar works and explore formal principles and conceptual concerns in a contemporary context.

Instructor TBA
MW 8–11

Instructor TBA
MW 2–5

Zach Meisner
TTH 8–11

Zach Meisner
TTH 2–5

Create spatial works and explore formal principles and conceptual concerns in a contemporary context.

Erin Cunningham
MW 8–11

Erin Cunningham
MW 2–5

Erin Cunningham
TTH 8–11

Instructor TBA
TTH 2–5

Explore time-based media and digital technology in a contemporary context.

Instructor TBA
MW 8–11

Instructor TBA
MW 2–5

Instructor TBA
TTH 8–11

Instructor TBA
TTH 2–5

Study of the artistic culture and techniques associated with digital visualization, three dimensional data acquisition, and various forms of digital fabrication including 3D Printing, CNC Milling, and Laser Cutting.

Mark Kovitya
TTH 11–2

Advanced study of the artistic culture and techniques associated with digital visualization, three dimensional data acquisition, and various forms of digital fabrication including 3D Printing, CNC Milling, and Laser Cutting.

Mark Kovitya
TTH 11–2

Exploration of various methods, subjects, and expressive possibilities in drawing.

Sarah Canright
MW 8–11

Exploration of various methods, subjects, and expressive possibilities in drawing.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Nicole Awai
TTH 2–5

Exploration of various methods, subjects, and expressive possibilities in drawing.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Nicole Awai
TTH 2–5

Problems in drawing and construction of the human figure in selected media.

Instructor TBA
MW 2–5

John Yancey
TTH 2–5

Advanced problems in drawing and construction of the human figure.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Troy Brauntuch
TTH 8–11

Advanced problems in drawing and construction of the human figure.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Troy Brauntuch
TTH 8–11

Introduction to painting techniques, composition, and exploration of personal expression.

Dan Sutherland
MW 8–11

Instructor TBA
MW 11–2

Dan Sutherland
MW 2–5

Problems in composition and exploration of personal expression.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Sarah Canright
MW 2–5

Troy Brauntuch
TTH 2–5

Problems in composition and exploration of personal expression.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

John Yancey
TTH 8–11

Problems in composition and exploration of personal expression.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Nicole Awai
TTH 8–11

An introduction to still photography, including basic technical skills and concepts.

riel sturchio
TTH 8–11

Practice in still photography, including materials and processes.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Eli Durst
MW 2–5

Eli Durst
MW 6–9

Inquiry of specific themes in photography which can include: photographic intervention, photography since 1945, photo book making, abstraction in photography, appropriation in photography, and lighting for photography.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Eli Durst
TTH 2–5

Introduction to the concepts, methods, and materials of print including a combination of intaglio, relief, lithography, serigraphy, and/or book arts.

Beverly Acha
MW 2–5

Lee Chesney
TTH 8–11

Practice in the theories and techniques of multicolor serigraphy and photoserigraphy.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Annie May Johnston
MW 8–11

Instruction in relief print processes in conjunction with digital technologies. Utilization of laser cutters, CNC routers, and large-format photo printers as well as traditional techniques to generate dynamic projects in woodcut, linocut, and more. Emphasis on contemporary print practice in the expanded field.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Beverly Acha
MW 11–2

Instruction in the theories and techniques of metal plate, multicolor, and stone lithography and photolithography.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Annie May Johnston
TTH 2–5

Focuses on the concepts and practice of print.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Lee Chesney
TTH 2–5

Advanced publishing projects in print and/or digital media. Cross listed as DES 347

Kevin Auer
F 11–5

Introduction to the processes involved in the production of object-oriented sculpture using direct methods of hot and cold construction.

Rachael Starbuck
MW 8–11

Mark Kovitya
TTH 8–11

Exploration of the concepts and processes involved in the production of object-oriented sculpture, with emphasis on indirect methods of mold-making and casting. Encourages individual direction.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Jeff Williams
TTH 2–5

Exploration of the concepts and processes involved in the production of object-oriented sculpture, with emphasis on indirect methods of mold-making and casting. Encourages individual direction.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Jeff Williams
TTH 2–5

Exploration of the theories and methods involved in the production of installation sculpture through the investigation of form and space and of their function in transforming environmental, architectural, or invented sites.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Instructor TBA
MW 2–5

Introduction to video, digital, net.art, and multiple media art forms with an emphasis on experimentation and a DIY approach to production. Focuses on the history, theory, and evolution of media art practices and their relation to the Internet and social media networks.

Kristin Lucas
TTH 8–11

Advanced practice of media art exploring time, space, and reality through multidimensional forms. An investigation of media technologies and networks: aesthetically, formally, theoretically or conceptually using traditional media, new media, and immaterial approaches.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Kristin Lucas
TTH 2–5

Advanced practice of media art exploring time, space, and reality through multidimensional forms. An investigation of media technologies and networks: aesthetically, formally, theoretically or conceptually using traditional media, new media, and immaterial approaches.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Kristin Lucas
TTH 2–5

A concise definition of performance art has yet to be established, however, most people would agree on two points: there are no rules and one may borrow from anywhere to generate new ideas and pieces. In this introductory course, students will learn how to develop and produce solo and collaborative performance art works for a variety of contexts. Emphasis will be placed on honing conceptual skills rather than refining one’s technique. Attention will be paid to developing ideas and images and translating them into time based-pieces employing a process of layering text, movement, and/or audio/visual elements. Students will be encouraged to look for inspiration from a variety of sources, including popular culture, current events, art and the routines of everyday life. In addition to presenting and critiquing individual assignments, class time will also be devoted to discussing readings, viewing video documentation and producing solo and group performances.

Michael Smith
MW 2–5

Study in digital video, sound, and animation, with emphasis on the exploration of cinematic time and its time-based installation. Guided inquiry into the relationship between video and video projections, and technics and technology.

Bogdan Perzyński
MW 8–11

Study in digital video, sound, and animation, with emphasis on the exploration of cinematic time and its time-based installation. Guided inquiry into the relationship between video and video projections, and technics and technology.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Bogdan Perzyński
MW 2–5

Study in digital video, sound, and animation, with emphasis on the exploration of cinematic time and its time-based installation. Guided inquiry into the relationship between video and video projections, and technics and technology.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag

Bogdan Perzyński
MW 2–5

Advanced exploration of philosophy, theory, and criticism from a studio art perspective.

Fulfills →  Ethics flag /  Writing flag

Exploration of professional practices as they relate to the field of visual arts. Focus on writing an artist statement and resume, as well as learning about writing and applying for exhibition, grant, and residency opportunities.

Fulfills →  Writing flag

Margo Sawyer
W 6–9

Individual projects to be completed under faculty supervision.

Fulfills →  Independent Inquiry flag