Courses | Art | William Carey University

ART 1010

DRAWING I

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An introduction to drawing as a process of perception and practice. Media include charcoal, conte, and graphite pencil. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 1020

DRAWING II

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An introduction to the study of the human figure as an expression and reflection of nature. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 1080

2-D DESIGN

3

Credits

Undergraduate

A basic course in the study of two dimensional work, this course includes a study of vocabulary and the elements of two dimensional design. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 1090

3-D DESIGN

3

Credits

Undergraduate

A basic course in the study of the third dimension, this course includes vocabulary, techniques, materials, and the elements of three-dimensional design. Studio Course, requires art fee

ART 1210

SCULPTURE I

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Introduction to sculpture including plaster, modeling, metal casting, and stone carving. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 1310

PAINTING I

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An introduction to the basic concepts and procedures in painting. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 2000

ART APPRECIATION

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An introduction to the visual arts of the Western World. Lecture and discussion on the materials, forms and processes of art with the aim of giving insight into the functions and content of art objects.

ART 2150

PHOTOGRAPHY

3

Credits

Undergraduate

A creative approach to photography with emphasis on understanding materials and technique. (Students will be expected to provide all required photography equipment.) Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 108 or consent of the instructor.

ART 2210

SCULPTURE II

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An introduction to mold making, including plaster, silicone, and urethanes. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 2310

PAINTING II

3

Credits

Undergraduate

A continuation of Painting I with an emphasis on color, abstraction, and visual harmonics. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 2410

CERAMICS I

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Introduction to ceramic materials and processes. Various hand building techniques including pinch, coil, and slab will be emphasized. Basic technical information will be introduced as well as the uses of slips and glazes. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 109.

ART 2420

CERAMICS II

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Introduction to the techniques of pottery making and sculpture utilizing the potter’s wheel. Glaze making and the glaze firing process will be introduced. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 2530

TYPOGRAPHY

3

Credits

Undergraduate

The history and use of type as it applies to advertising design and visual problem solving. Acquaints the student with letterforms, type and type spacing, digital font formats, and implementing type for print and web. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisites: ART 101, ART 102, and ART 108.

ART 2540

COMPUTER GRAPHICS

3

Credits

Undergraduate

A study of the fundamentals of computer assisted graphic design, basic computer literacy, and keyboarding. This course introduces the student to techniques for visual communication and creating imagery using graphics software within the Macintosh environment. Trouble shooting and maintenance will be emphasized. Prerequisite to graphic design courses requiring computer use. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 101, 102, and 108 or consent of the instructor.

ART 3010

DRAWING III

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An in-depth study of specific concepts and processes. Students explore the development of content and composition. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 3020

DRAWING IV

3

Credits

Undergraduate

This course involves each student developing a body of drawings with an emphasis on individual vision and expression. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 3030

DRAWING V

3

Credits

Undergraduate

The development of a personal technique and mastery of drawing media with an emphasis on content. Larger scale and advanced techniques are explored as the student progresses. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 3040

DRAWING VI

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 3050

DRAWING VII

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 3060

DRAWING VIII

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 3070

DRAWING IX

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 3100

DRAWING X

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 3190

ART IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

3

Credits

Undergraduate

A study of the basic elements of art and how art can be used by the elementary classroom teacher. Field hours are required for the completion of this course.

ART 3200

ART IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL

3

Credits

Undergraduate

A study of the elements of art and how art can be used by the secondary classroom teacher. Field hours are required for the completion of this course.

ART 3220

SCULPTURE III

3

Credits

Undergraduate

A continuation of sculptural skills with a concentration in carving wood and stone. Pneumatic tools are introduced. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 3230

SCULPTURE IV

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Welding techniques are introduced. Metal fabrication is studied. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 221.

ART 3240

SCULPTURE V

3

Credits

Undergraduate

The development of a personal technique and mastery of material with an emphasis on content. As the student progresses, larger scale works and advanced techniques are explored. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 3250

SCULPTURE VI

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 3320

PAINTING III

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Development of composition and experimentation with painting techniques are emphasized in this course. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 3330

PAINTING IV

3

Credits

Undergraduate

This course involves each student in developing a body of painting that emphasizes individual vision and expression. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 3340

PAINTING V

3

Credits

Undergraduate

These courses concentrate on development of a personal technique. A mastery of materials and content is also emphasized. Larger scale and advanced techniques are explored as the student progresses. Studio Course, requires art fee

ART 3350

PAINTING VI

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 3390

SCENIC RENDERING

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Techniques of rendering for design in theatre. Same as THE 339.

ART 3410

CERAMICS III

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Continued development upon hand building and/or potter’s wheel. Studio assignments will expand on skills covered in Ceramics I and II. There will be a focus on glaze formulation and development. The student will complete an individual investigation on an aspect of ceramic history. Studio Course, requires art fee

ART 3420

CERAMICS IV

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Emphasis on craftsmanship and scale within the given hand built/wheel thrown assignments. Emphases on the quality of the hand made object as well as the concepts of utility, usage, and sculpture in the ceramic medium. The student will be expected to continue to investigate glaze formulation with an emphasis on various surface treatments. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 3430

CERAMICS V

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Advanced ceramic courses designed to offer the serious ceramics student time and direction to complete an in-depth investigation cumulating in a cohesive body of work. The instructor must agree upon the direction taken by the student. The course will also cover areas of ceramic history, contemporary issues in art, and the student’s professional development. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 3440

CERAMICS VI

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 3500

PRINTMAKING STUDIO

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Development of design and figural compositions with relief printing and serigraphy processes. Course combines individual imagery, expression, and multi stage use of media. Prerequisite: ART 108, ART 102. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 3510

SERIGRAPHY

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An introduction to screen printing including photostencil methods. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 108, ART 102.

ART 3520

INTAGLIO

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An introduction to printmaking using intaglio/etching methods and nontoxic materials. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 108, ART 102 ART 131.

ART 3530

ADVERTISING DESIGN I

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An introduction to the principles, techniques, media tools, and skills used in graphic design field. An overview of the advertising industry. Creative brainstorming from thumbnails to rough layouts to finished art will be emphasized. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 254.

ART 3550

GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION I

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Explores the creative process as it applies to advertising and editorial illustration. Traditional and digital techniques will be used to create illustrations for various types of print advertising. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 131.

ART 3560

GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION II

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Advanced illustration methods explored. Students will learn the intermediate and advanced illustration techniques in traditional and in current graphics programs. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 131.

ART 3570

WEB PAGE DESIGN

3

Credits

Undergraduate

This course provides a beginner to intermediate approach to web design on the Macintosh computer. It will introduce the latest developments in the industry with current software, graphics programs, and the upload and download of information to servers. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 254 or consent of instructor.

ART 3580

MULTIMEDIA DESIGN

3

Credits

Undergraduate

This course provides a beginning approach to multimedia and special effects on the Macintosh computer. Students will develop animated portfolio pieces suitable for use on a web site. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 254 or consent of instructor.

ART 3620

HISTORY OF ART I: PREHISTORIC THROUGH GOTHIC ART

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An introduction to the art and architecture of pre-historic man, the ancient world (Mesopotamia, Egypt, the Aegean), Greece and the Roman Empire through early sixth century, Christian medieval art (Middle Ages) styles, function and meaning of the individual works of art are discussed.

ART 3640

HISTORY OF ART II:RENAISSANCE THROUGH TWENTIETH CENTURY MODE

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An introduction to Western European art and architecture in the Renaissance, the Baroque, the Enlightenment up to and including the 20th century, styles, function, and meaning of the individual works of art are discussed.

ART 3670

GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION III

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Advanced illustration techniques and methods in traditional as well as digital illustration will be explored. This course covers the conceptual aspects as well as the methodology of editorial and advertising illustration. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 3680

GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION IV

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Prepress production will be emphasized as well as combining traditional and digital illustration. An in-depth application of digital illustration as it applies to the web page design is covered. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 4030

TWENTIETH CENTURY ART HISTORY

3

Credits

Undergraduate

A concentration on the art and architecture of the 20th century. This course explores abstract art (early phase), fantasy in art, traditional realism, post-World War II trends, post-abstraction (modern) up to and including contemporary time.

ART 4040

AMERICAN ART HISTORY

3

Credits

Undergraduate

A survey of American artists from colonial time to the present focusing on the connections between art, culture, and history of the United States.

ART 4080

SOUTHERN ART HISTORY

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An historic overview of the visual, cultural, social, economic, political, and political elements that distinguish Southern regional art. This course examines the art and architecture and includes an investigation into the rich folk art and craft traditions of the South. The focus will be upon the art of Mississippi from 1720 to the current day.

ART 4210

SCULPTURE VII

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4220

SCULPTURE VIII

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4230

SCULPTURE IX

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4240

SCULPTURE X

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4310

PAINTING VII

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4320

PAINTING VIII

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4330

PAINTING IX

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4340

PAINTING X

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4370

SCENIC PAINTING

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Techniques of painting trompe l’oeil effects for the theatre. Same as THE 437.

ART 4410

CERAMICS VII

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4420

CERAMICS VIII

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4430

CERAMICS IX

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4440

CERAMICS X

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4510

WOODCUT

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An introduction to woodcut techniques including the linoleum block. Studio Course, requires art fee. Prerequisite: ART 108, ART 102.

ART 4530

ADVERTISING DESIGN II

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Advanced computer techniques, typography and advertising concepts will be used to create images for visual communications such as presentations and print. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 4540

ADVERTISING DESIGN III

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Covers advanced principles, practices, and web page design skills in the graphic design industry. Students will create design solutions aimed at branding and promotion. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 4550

ADVERTISING DESIGN IV

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Continuation of individual studies in visual communication. Students will concentrate on finished art for a directed portfolio of print and web designs. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 4560

PREPRESS PRODUCTION

3

Credits

Undergraduate

This course integrates advanced graphic design courses with the technical aspect of the printing process. It is the application and fundamentals of preparing artwork for either digital or traditional printing press. Instruction in current software application methodology and theory is continued. Prerequisite: ART 353 Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 4570

GRAPHIC DESIGN/ILLUSTRATION PROJECTS

3

Credits

Undergraduate

This is a senior level class in graphic design/illustration. The course includes a portfolio review with critiques on the student’s work. The student will then make the necessary changes to the artwork, build a resume, business cards, letterheads, leave-behinds, and have an internet-accessible digital portfolio as well as a traditional portfolio. Prerequisite: Senior classification. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 4580

PACKAGING DESIGN

3

Credits

Undergraduate

This course will examine the visual impact of packaging of consumer products and require students to design packaging in a variety of formats: blister cards, boxes, hang tags, labels. Students will create a visual identity for product branding and for visual merchandising purposes and produce mock-ups for a variety of print production techniques. Students must have a functional knowledge of current graphics software. Prerequisites: ART253, ART254, ART353. Studio Course, requires art fee.

ART 4610

SENIOR SEMINAR

3

Credits

Undergraduate

Lectures and demonstrations by departmental artists and guest artists including preparation of slide portfolio and a written resume, examination of graduate school and entrance requirements; designing a personal studio, preparing an exhibition, exhibiting and marketing art work through galleries and museums. Prerequisite: Senior classification.

ART 4810

APPRENTICESHIP IN ART I

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An off-campus program prepared and monitored on an individual basis. It is to give practical experience in the everyday practice of art. When possible, the student is assigned as a helper to a professional artist.

ART 4820

APPRENTICESHIP IN ART II

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4850

RESEARCH IN ART

3

Credits

Undergraduate

ART 4970

INTERNSHIP IN ART

3

Credits

Undergraduate

An off-campus program prepared and monitored on an individual basis. Internships are designed to provide practical experience in the arts. (Offered with consent of department head.)

ART 6000

ART HISTORY I/WALTER ANDERSON

3

Credits

Master's

In-depth discussion of the life and works of Walter Anderson. Papers and seminar type discussions are required. Research will be conducted through the primary resources of the Walter Anderson Museum.

ART 6010

ART HISTORY I/MISSISSIPPI COAST ARTISTS

3

Credits

Master's

In-depth discussion of the life and works of Walter Anderson, Dusti Bonge, and George Ohr. Research will be conducted through discussion with primary resources of the Anderson family and viewing of works available through the Anderson Museum, George Ohr Museum, and family archives.

ART 6100

PAINTING PROCESSES AND APPLICATIONS IN EDUCATION

3

Credits

Master's

Individual studio work in painting with media process, subject matter, and developmental learning application for art curriculum development.

ART 6110

DRAWING PROCESSES AND APPLICATIONS IN EDUCATION

3

Credits

Master's

Individual studio work in drawing with media process and developmental learning application for art programs.

ART 6250

AESTHETICS

3

Credits

Master's

Course encompasses essential tools for teaching adolescents and college undergraduates about fundamental questions and criteria for critical discussion. Aesthetic thinking embraces the visceral impact of mediums and art forms, nature and quality of visual experience, and explores contexts associated with art as the phenomena of interest. Neuroscience provides scientific insight into the “black box” of the brain, considering art.

ART 6260

CURRICULA IN VISUAL ART

3

Credits

Master's

The goal of this course is to dialogue about conceptual frameworks based in philosophy and research on talent in the visual arts, and to field test appropriate instructional methodologies for meeting those expectations. Course materials cover ways in which visual art contributes to the general cognitive, social, and emotional development of students in the grades. Course work includes the neuroscience of vision and field experiences that prepare participants to teach the arts to all levels of school age learners.

ART 6300

APPLIED COMPUTER GRAPHIC DESIGN IN ART EDUCATION; PHOTOSHOP

3

Credits

Master's

Introduction to the application of desktop publishing software, Photoshop. Through practical study of the current Photoshop, this introductory course will provide a solid understanding of the various technical capabilities as it applies to the classroom instruction. From scanning to rendering, the course will cover this most popular software program’s vast capabilities. Prerequisite: A working computer knowledge

ART 6310

APPLIED GRAPHIC DESIGN IN ART EDUCATION: GRAPHIC ILLUSTRATIO

3

Credits

Master's

Traditional painting and drawing skills will be emphasized as they apply to graphic illustration as visual problem solving. The creative process is explored in depth as the student prepares an illustration from the conceptual thumbnail stage to a finished product.

ART 6490

INDEPENDENT STUDY

3

Credits

Master's

Individual research and study under the guidance of a graduate faculty member.

ART 6600

ISSUES AND TRENDS IN ART EDUCATION

3

Credits

Master's

A course designed to research recent developments in art education including the aims, philosophies, methods, content, and problems related to the field.

ART 6640

ITALIAN AND NORTHERN RENAISSANCE ART HISTORY

1

Credits

Master's

A concentration on the major works of art and architecture of Europe from 1300-1550, with a focus on design and formal analysis.

ART 6650

BAROQUE HISTORY

3

Credits

Master's

A concentration of the major works of art and architecture in Europe from 1550-1700, with a focus on design and formal analysis.

ART 6800

RESEARCH IN ART EDUCATION

3

Credits

Master's

A course designed to help the student plan and carry out a research project. Specific course content will be designed to meet the research needs of the individual student. Prerequisite: Education 620, Introduction to Research.

ART 6910

SEMINAR IN ART EDUCATION: SPECIAL TOPICS

3

Credits

Master's

Selected topics, content, and teaching methods by guest lecturers and graduate faculty.

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ART 1010

DRAWING I

3

Credits

ART 1020

DRAWING II

3

Credits

ART 1080

2-D DESIGN

3

Credits

ART 1090

3-D DESIGN

3

Credits

ART 1210

SCULPTURE I

3

Credits

ART 1310

PAINTING I

3

Credits

ART 2000

ART APPRECIATION

3

Credits

ART 2150

PHOTOGRAPHY

3

Credits

ART 2210

SCULPTURE II

3

Credits

ART 2310

PAINTING II

3

Credits

ART 2410

CERAMICS I

3

Credits

ART 2420

CERAMICS II

3

Credits

ART 2530

TYPOGRAPHY

3

Credits

ART 2540

COMPUTER GRAPHICS

3

Credits

ART 3010

DRAWING III

3

Credits

ART 3020

DRAWING IV

3

Credits

ART 3030

DRAWING V

3

Credits

ART 3040

DRAWING VI

3

Credits

ART 3050

DRAWING VII

3

Credits

ART 3060

DRAWING VIII