 ART 1000 General Art: Studio (2L,4LB,3CR)[E][CA]:
General Studio Art is an
introductory hands-on studio art class for
non-art majors designed to give students
practical experience and appreciation
for the arts through a variety of media.
Four media will be covered in this class:
drawing, ceramics, relief printing and other
media.
ART 1010 Introduction to Art (3L,3CR)[E][CA]:
A survey of the arts produced
by humans from prehistory through
contemporary trends. Emphasis on the
basic elements of art and contemporary
movements in painting, sculpture, and
architecture. For non-art majors only.
ART 1015 History of Graphic Design (3L,3CR):
This course discusses historic
and contemporary design history with a
focus on formal and aesthetic issues.
ART 1006 Drawing I (2L,4LB,3CR)[CA]:
Introductory drawing emphasizing a wide
range of drawing materials and methods of
visual study. Fundamentals are stressed.
ART 1065 Perspective Drawing
(2L,4LB,3CR):
This course will present
concepts and skills in drawing the illusion
of objects in three-dimensional space using
principles of geometry to develop spatial
logic and imagery. Theories, principles and
conventions of formal and informal systems
of structural drawing will be studied. Formal
systems will include such topics as one,
two, and three point perspective, elliptical
perspective, foreshortening, compound
forms, and tonal development. Informal,
analytical systems will explore isometric
methods. Study can be applied to fine arts,
illustration, and three-dimensional imagery.
ART 1110 Foundation: Two-Dimensional
(2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
Studies and sequential
exercises in the basic elements of design:
shape, line, value, color, and texture.
Exploration of the relationships of these
elements with emphasis on composition.
ART 1120 Foundation: Three-Dimensional
(2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
A lecture and problem
solving course in the basic elements and
principles of three-dimensional design with
emphasis on composition.
ART 1130 Foundation: Color Theory
(2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
Studies and sequential
exercises in color theory. Exploration of the
relationships of hue, value, and chroma,
studied in progressive exercises to
enhance student’s awareness of color and
its aesthetic relationships.
ART 1150 Photography I (2L,4LB,3CR)
[E][CA]:
A beginning course in still
photography covering the operation of
cameras and photographic equipment,
processing of black and white films
and prints, design and the history of
photography. Assignments stress a variety
of subjects emphasizing the fine art of
photography.
ART 1160 Photography II (2L,4LB,3CR):
A continuation of ART 1150 covering
advanced camera and darkroom
techniques including the Zone System,
manipulated processes such as
solarization, multiple printing, photograms,
and toning. Emphasis is on the fine print
and art of photography. Prerequisite: ART
1150.
ART 1250 Water Based Media I
(2L,4LB,3CR):
The basic techniques
in watercolor painting, including the
preparation and use of materials, and the
presentation of completed work.
ART 1260 Water Based Media II
(2L,4LB,3CR):
The basic techniques
in watercolor painting, including the
preparation and use of materials, and
the presentation of completed work. A
continuation of ART 1250. Prerequisite:
ART 1250.
ART 1300 Museum Studies (3L,3CR):
The
course provides an understanding of basic
operations of a museum or gallery such
as exhibit design, education, collections
management, marketing, and an overview
of the history and changing role of these
facilities in society. The course also
involves travel to Casper museums to
explore their missions, services and
collections.
ART 1345 Bronze Casting (2LB,1CR)[E]:
The
course is designed to acquaint the student
with the basic principles of lost wax casting
through traditional foundry techniques.
Emphasis is on completion of a bronze
casting. Procedures include wax working,
mold investment, and burnout, foundry
methods and finishing procedures.
ART 1495 Photography Workshop
(2L,4LB,3CR):
A course allowing students to work their proficiency levels from beginning to advanced photography with individualized instruction. A variety of topics may be studied. Prerequisite: ART 1150. (Summer Semester)
ART 2016 Field Sketching (2L,4LB,3CR):
This course presents the basic drawing
skills needed to record accurate
observations of the natural environment.
These skills can benefit other visual art
disciplines and/or serve as a foundation for
drawing itself as a major discipline.
ART 2006 Drawing II (2L,4LB,3CR):
Continuation of the principles of drawing,
including contemporary esthetics and the
human figure. Prerequisite: ART 1006.
ART 2010 Art History I (3L,3CR)[E][CA]: A
study of the visual arts produced by humans
from prehistoric times to the Renaissance.
This course is required of all art majors.
ART 2020 Art History II (3L,3CR)[E][CA]:
A
study from the Renaissance to Rococo.
Political, social, and economic factors
relative to the visual arts will be considered.
This course is required of all art majors.
ART 2023 Collections Management
(3L,3CR):
This course is a practical study
of the duties of a museum collections
manager, including the documentation,
loaning, digitization, preservation, storage
and care of collections.
ART 2025 Women In Art (3L,3CR):
A general
introduction to depictions of women in art
from the earliest known artifacts produced
by humans to understand how women
were viewed in ancient societies, as well
as women's involvement in the visual arts
from the Middle Ages to the present with
emphasis on the 20th century. Questions
that will be posed include: "how does
gender affect art?" and "how do stereotypes
of women affect viewing works of art?"
Political, social, and economic factors will
be examined in relation to women artists
and their times to further understand artistic
production.
ART 2035 Art History III (3L,3CR):
A study of
the visual arts produced throughout the late
18th to 20th century in Europe and America.
Political, social, and economic factors will be
considered as they affected artistic style.
ART 2050 Life Drawing I (2L,4LB,3CR):
The
human figure is used as primary subject.
Proportion, anatomy, movement, portraiture
etc. are studied. A variety of drawing
materials are used. Prerequisite: ART 1006.
ART 2060 Life Drawing II (2L,4LB,3CR):
The
human figure is used as primary subject.
Proportion, anatomy, movement, portraiture
etc. are studied. A variety of drawing
materials is used. Prerequisite: ART 1006
and ART 2006.
ART 2073 Introduction to Art Education
(3L,3CR):
A survey of the history of art
education focusing on influential 20th
century educators, as well as discussion
of contemporary theories in the field such
as DBAE, Critical Theory, and Visual
Thinking Strategies. This class will also
focus on developing curriculum for the art
education classroom with discussion of the
stages of aesthetic development as well as
assessment within an art course.
ART 2075 Illustration I (2L,4LB,3CR):
This
course is an introduction to the use of
type, illustration, and expressive design to
communicate visually. It consists of a series
of sequential exercises to promote creative
problem solving techniques and to master
basic technical skills. Prerequisite: ART
1006, ART 1110, and ART 1130.
ART 2076 Illustration II (2L,4LB,3CR):
A
continuation of the study of the exploration
of visual communication concepts and
design principles allowing students to
develop more personal expressive ways of
solving visual communication problems, and
to expand their technical skills and use of
multiple media. Prerequisite: ART 2075.
ART 2090 Printmaking I: Relief
(2L,4LB,3CR):
A basic course in relief
printmaking including black and white and
color linocut, woodcut and plastic base
printing techniques. Prerequisite: ART
1006 and ART 1110. (Fall semester.)
ART 2095 Printmaking II: Intaglio
(2L,4LB,3CR):
A basic course in intaglio
printmaking including etching, hard
and soft ground, dry point, engraving,
and aquatint techniques. Monoprints
and monotypes will also be explored.
Prerequisite: ART 1006 and ART 1110.
(Spring semester.)
ART 2105 Digital Design II (2L,4LB,3CR):
Continued study of the Macintosh
computer as a design tool to create and
manipulate type and images and combine
them. Prerequisite: ART 1110.
ART 2110 Typography (2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
This
course offers students a comprehensive
introduction to typography through
exploration and experimentation with
letterforms and page layout for expressive
communication. The course will cover the
fundamental typographic principles, font
recognition, and analysis of both historical
and post-modern design theory. Emphasis
will be placed on content, form and
technique for effective use of typography in
ads, posters, newsletters and other visual
communications. Prerequisite: ART 1110
and ART 2122.
ART 2112 Graphic Design I (2L,4LB,3CR)
[E]:
Graphic Design is a communication
of ideas using type and images. This
course offers students a comprehensive
introduction to the field of graphic
design that stresses theory and creative
development in discipline-specific
information; hands-on practice and an
understanding of time-honored principles.
Although graphic styles and the tools of
the graphic design field are constantly
evolving, the fundamental structures and
principles of good design remain constant.
Prerequisite: ART 1110, ART 2122.
ART 2113 Introduction to Time Based Media
(2L,4LB,3CR):
This course is designed
to introduce graphic design students to
video and animation as a medium for art
and design. The course will cover basic
video editing skills and effects and how to
use a video camera to create cogent and
aesthetically pleasing time based works.
The course will also cover DVD Authoring in
DVD Studio Pro. Prerequisite: ART 2122.
ART 2122 Digital Design I (2L,4LB,3CR):
An introductory course in the use of the
Macintosh computer as a design tool
to create and manipulate images and
combine them. Prerequisite: ART 1006
and ART 1110.
ART 2130 Graphic Design II (2L,4LB,3CR):
This course offers students further
exploration of concept development and
the language of symbols combined with
further exploration into the aesthetic
issues of type. Emphasis will be placed
on content, form and technique for
effective use of graphic design and
typography in ads, posters, newsletters,
desktop publishing and other visual
communications. Prerequisite: ART 1110,
ART 2122, ART 2110, ART 2112; must
also have a working knowledge of Adobe
CS4.
ART 2141 Professional Practice in the
Arts I (1L,1CR):
This seminar will focus
on practical aspects of artistic practice
such as preparing a professional portfolio
and resume, generating an exhibition,
understanding careers in art and
preparing work for museum and/or gallery
consideration. This course is required of all
art majors.
ART 2150 Color Photography I
(2L,4LB,3CR):
A study of the basic
principles, concepts, and aesthetics used
in color photography. Will cover negative
and positive film processing and printing
including color balance. Contemporary
trends in color photography and basic
color theory will also be reviewed.
Prerequisite: ART 1150, ART 1160 and
permission of the instructor.
ART 2160 Color Photography II
(2L,4LB,3CR):
Continued study of various
color developing and printing processes
with an emphasis on experimental color
photography. Contemporary trends in
color photography will also be reviewed.
Prerequisite: ART 2150 and permission of
the instructor.
ART 2180 Alternative Processes
(2L,4LB,3CR):
A course in experimental
photographic techniques and nonsilver
processes including cyanotype, gum prints,
van Dyke prints, Polaroid transfer, and
solar etching among others. Prerequisite:
ART 1150, ART 2160, and permission of
the instructor. (Spring semester.)
ART 2210 Painting I (2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
An
introductory painting course presenting
a variety of methods and subjects.
Prerequisite: ART 1006.
ART 2220 Painting II (2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
An
intermediate painting course presenting a
variety of methods and subjects. Prerequisite:
ART 1006 and ART 2210.
ART 2230 Painting III (2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
A
painting course in which emphasis is on
the aesthetic concepts of contemporary
movements. Students are encouraged to
experiment within the framework of selected
projects and to explore individual ideas and
broaden experience. Prerequisite: ART
2210, ART 2220, and permission of the
instructor.
ART 2240 Painting IV (2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
A
painting course in which emphasis is on
the aesthetic concepts of contemporary
movements. Students are encouraged to
experiment within the framework of selected
projects and to explore individual ideas and
broaden experience. Prerequisite: ART
2210, 2220, 2230, and permission of the
instructor.
ART 2245 Digital Photo for Art Majors
(2L,4LB,3CR):
Investigation and application
of some of the fundamentals of pictorial
arrangement and expression within the
realm of digital photography. Assignments
are based on compositional problems.
Some of the primary concerns are pictorial
structure, balance, movement, contrast,
theme, spatial relationships and color
relationships. Additionally, the design and
conceptual development of an assignment
are emphasized coupled with high
quality execution, originality and clarity of
presentation. Prerequisite: ART 1110.
ART 2310 Sculpture I (2L,4LB,3CR):
A lecture
and practice course applying the principles
of three-dimensional form to sculptural
expression. The course will focus on
experience in substitution, (casting), additive
and subtractive media and techniques.
Prerequisite: ART 1120.
ART 2320 Sculpture II (2L,4LB,3CR):
A
continuation of ART 2310. This course
will focus on experience in fabrication,
(welding), and mixed media as a means
of expression. Prerequisite: ART 1120 and
ART 2310.
ART 2330 Sculpture III (2L,4LB,3CR):
A
lecture and practice course exploring
in depth, the use of functional threedimensional
vocabulary to achieve
sculptural expression. This course will focus
on building the student’s skill levels, both
technically and conceptually. Prerequisite:
ART 2320.
ART 2340 Sculpture IV (2L,4LB,3CR):
A
continuation of ART 2330. This course will
focus on experience in combining materials
and problems of the student’s own choosing
with guidance by the instructor to give
the student a wide range of expression in
various materials. Prerequisite: ART 2330.
ART 2345 Metal Casting (2L,4LB,3CR):
An
examination of the principles of a threedimensional
form with a concentrated
study of the casting process in sculpture,
including bronze and aluminum metals
and on occasion, other casting materials.
In addition, this course will acquaint the
student with the basic methods of lost
wax casting through traditional foundry
processes including wax working, mold
investment, burnout, and finishing
procedures. Prerequisite: ART 1120 and
ART 2310 or permission of the instructor.
ART 2346 Metal Casting and Fabrication
(2L,4LB,3CR):
This course will focus on
the creation of sculpture using metal.
Instruction includes solid investment
casting using bronze and aluminum,
chasing and patina work. This semester
will also include instruction in oxyacetylene,
stick, (arc) and MIG welding as
well as plasma cutting. Prerequisite: ART
1120 or 2310 is ecommended.
ART 2350 Metals I: Jewelry (2L,4LB,3CR):
An introduction to the basic techniques in
fabrication and design in nonferrous metals.
Emphasis will be on the traditional and
contemporary means of fabrication and
forming.
ART 2360 Metals II: Jewelry (2L,4LB,3CR):
A
continuation of ART 2350. Emphasis will be
on the traditional and contemporary means
of casting. Prerequisite: ART 2350.
ART 2370 Metals III: Jewelry (2L,4LB,3CR):
A course designed around a set of specific
problems for advanced jewelry and metal
forming concepts. This course will focus
on technical development and personal
imagery. Prerequisite: ART 2360.
ART 2375 Metals IV: Jewelry (2L,4LB,3CR):
A continuation of ART 2370. This course
will focus on problems of the student’s own
choosing with guidance by the instructor.
Prerequisite: ART 2370.
ART 2408 Introduction to 3-D Modeling
(2L,4LB,3CR):
This course is designed
to introduce graphic design students to
modeling and texturing techniques in
Maya. Prerequisite: ART 2122.
ART 2410 Ceramics I (2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
This
is an introductory class in the fundamentals
of traditional and contemporary ceramic
making by means of hand building and
throwing on the wheel. Students study
some of the rich history and traditions of
ceramics as well as decorating techniques
and different firing possibilities.
ART 2420 Ceramics II (2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
This
is a continuation of Ceramics I, expanding
techniques of throwing on the wheel as
well as hand building, with more complex
assignments. Students start to learn
about loading and firing kilns and take
more responsibility for firing their projects.
Prerequisite: ART 2410 or permission of
the instructor.
ART 2430 Ceramics III (2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
This course offers advanced throwing on
the wheel and hand building assignments
with more independence in kiln firing. High
temperature firing techniques and different
styles of kilns become available for study.
Prerequisite: ART 2420 or permission of
the instructor.
ART 2440 Ceramics IV (2L,4LB,3CR)[E]:
Students are challenged with advanced
throwing or hand building assignments and
are required to fire their own work with a
technique best suited for the assignments.
Prerequisite: ART 2430 or permission of
the instructor.
ART 2470 Art Museum Training Internship
(1-3CR) (Max. 6):
The internship gives the
student exposure to museum work through
first hand experience. Prerequisite:
Student must be enrolled in the art
department, permission of the instructor,
and interview with Nicolaysen Art Museum
staff member and instructor.
The special projects courses are designed for
the student who has recently completed all
the offered courses in a given area and still
requires or wishes continued exploration of
advanced study in that area. The special
projects are designed only as a continuation of
previous courses, not personal endeavors of
the student.
ART 2480 Special Projects: Drawing (*LB,1-
3CR) (Max. 6):
*Laboratory to be arranged.
Advanced drawing emphasizing
individualized interests and projects.
Prerequisite: ART 1006, 1060, 2050 and
permission of the instructor.
ART 2481 Special Projects: Illustration
(1-3CR) (Max. 6):
An advanced course
in methods and techniques used in
illustration with emphasis on developing
individual style. Prerequisite: ART 2076
and permission of the instructor.
ART 2482 Special Projects: Painting (1-3CR)
(Max. 6):
An advanced painting class
for the student wishing to take further
painting credit with a specific instructor.
Prerequisite: ART 2210, ART 2220, and
permission of the instructor.
ART 2483 Special Projects: Printmaking
(1-3CR) (Max. 6):
Special problems in
advanced relief, intaglio and monotypes,
and other printmaking techniques with
approval and directional guidance of
the instructor. The course involves the
development of a total idea and project
and the completion of a portfolio of prints.
Prerequisite: ART 2091, ART 2150, and
permission of the instructor.
ART 2484 Special Projects: Photography
(1-3CR) (Max. 6):
Students will work on
special problems or projects of their own
choosing with approval and directional
guidance of the instructor. The course
involves the development of a total
idea and project and the completion of
a portfolio of prints. Prerequisite: ART
1160, ART 2095, and permission of the
instructor.
ART 2485 Special Projects: Ceramics
(1-3CR) (Max. 6):
Assignments are of
the student's choice with approval and
guidance of the instructor based on credit
hours. All work is done and finished at
their own pace, meeting with the instructor
as needed and at mid-term and finals.
Prerequisite: ART 2440 or permission of
the instructor.
ART 2487 Special Projects: Sculpture (1-
3CR) (Max. 6):
Special problems of the
student’s own choosing with directional
guidance by the instructor. Emphasis will
be placed on the development of a total
idea, whether it is one work or several.
Prerequisite: ART 2320 and permission of
the instructor.
ART 2488 Special Projects: Metals (1-3CR)
(Max. 6):
Special problems in jewelry of
the student’s own choosing with directional
guidance by the instructor. Emphasis on
design and technical skills. Prerequisite:
ART 2360 and permission of the instructor.
ART 2489 Special Projects: Graphic Design
(1-3CR) (Max. 6):
An advanced study
further exploring specific design problems
with emphasis on development of ideas
and flexibility of approach. Prerequisite:
ART 2112 and permission of the instructor.
ART 2490 Topics: (Subtitle) (1-3L,1-3CR)
(Max. 12):
A special seminar in various
topics related to art. Prerequisite:
permission of the instructor.
ART 2990 Museum Training Internship
(18LB,6CR): This course is designed
for practical experience in a museum in
areas such as collections management,
education, development, or exhibition
design. For museum/gallery studies
majors only. Prerequisite: ART 1300.
ART 2990 Museum Training Internship (18LB,6CR):
This course is designed for practical experience in a museum in areas such as collections management, education, development, or exhibition design. For museum/gallery studies majors only. Prerequisite: ART 1300.
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