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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is the first semester of a one-year survey which studies ancient, medieval, renaissance, and modern art with special reference to various social, economic and historical factors which motivated and conditioned the early aesthetic forms. ART 2010 fulfills the Visual & Performing Arts requirement at NWCCD and the U5H requirement at UW. Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
  • 3.00 Credits

    This is the second semester of a one-year survey which studies renaissance, baroque, cococo, 18th century, 19th century and modern art with speical reference to various social, economic, and historical factors which motivated and conditioned the aesthetic forms. ART 2020 fulfills the Visual & Performing Arts requirement at NWCCD and U5H at UW. Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
  • 3.00 Credits

    This objective study of the human form, as affected by active and static conditions, concentrates on the use of various black and white media. (6 lect studio hrs/week) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course explores the avenues of image-making afforded by Plano graphic, relief, and intaglio printmaking methods. Students develop ideas and design imagery suited to the unique qualities of the techniques instructed, and are instructed in the historical and contemporary context of the print. Further, the student will begin to understand and interpret print imagery, practice critical thinking, and discover the possibilities of printmaking. Lectures will introduce the work of noted printmakers, the evolution of aesthetics and theory associated with the history of the medium, and examine the impact that the printmaking exerts in contemporary culture. ART 2090 fulfills the Visual & Performing Arts requirement at NWCCD. It does not meet the U5H requirement at UW unless it is transferred as part of an associate degree. Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course explores techniques of graphic design preparation from concept, through paste-up and to the printed page, both on and off the computer. This course provides knowledge of basic foundations and principles of graphic design through the solving of conceptual design problems. Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course develops a hands-on understanding of how visual elements and text are created and manipulated in current graphic design software programs used in the graphics design field. In addition, it explores techniques of basic graphic design preparation on the computer. Problems are given in various software applications, and graphic design problems are presented as technical examples of production. Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
  • 3.00 Credits

    This is an introductory still photography class dealing with both the practical and conceptual bases of photography. Students will learn basic photographic technique including operation of the camera, lenses and associated accessories, and application of basic photographic techniques such as exposure calculation, shutter speed control, manipulation of depth of field, etc. Further, the student will begin to understand and interpret photographic imagery, practice critical thinking, and discover the possibilities of camera made images. Lectures will introduce the work of noted photographers, the evolution of aesthetics and theory associated with the history of the medium, and examine the impact that the photographic image exerts in contemporary culture. Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
  • 3.00 Credits

    This introduction to painting with watercolor and oil provides students with a basic knowledge of the materials and skills useful for self- expression through painting. Color theory and mixing are stressed. (6 lect studio hrs/week) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will follow a sequential format of projects that will explore some of the more advanced elements of painting technique. Both direct and indirect painting methods will be explored. In addition, concepts central to how an image is realized from its genesis as an idea to a complete and finished work will be discussed and integrated into the projects. (updated 10/21/11) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students explore another medium of the series listed under ART 2220-Painting II (6 lect studio hrs/week) Prerequisite:    Currently Not Available Corequisite:    Currently Not Available