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ARTS 15100 - Introduction to Drawing Course Credit: 1
(ARCH, ARTH)
INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING This course introduces students to various media and methods of freehand drawing. To advance their understanding of the visual and verbal language of drawing, students engage in a series of topical exercises each combining a slide presentation and group discussion and a drawing assignment. Various approaches to representational drawing, which may include figure drawing, are explored. This course is recommended as the first course in studio art. There are six hours of weekly class time. Annually. [AH]
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ARTS 15300 - Introduction to Painting Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
INTRODUCTION TO PAINTING Students are introduced to the fundamental painting techniques and principles of color. In the process, they explore issues of subject matter and content as well as the role of painting today. The course is organized around a schedule of studio work, critiques, and discussion of artists’ works. Six hours of weekly class time. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-15100 Annually. [AH]
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ARTS 15500 - Introduction to Printmaking Course Credit: 1
(ARTH, ENVS)
INTRODUCTION TO PRINTMAKING The course is organized around a schedule of technical demonstrations, studio work, critiques, and discussions of artists’ works. The course emphasizes relief and intaglio techniques, including non-toxic photoetching. Six hours of weekly class time. Annually. [AH]
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ARTS 15700 - Intro to 2-D Design and Color Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
INTRODUCTION TO TWO-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN AND COLOR The course introduces ¬students to the fundamentals of two-dimensional design and color theory. In it, we explore the properties and the interaction of formal elements in a composition and discuss their function in the works of artists, designers, and architects. Six hours of weekly class time that include lecture, demonstrations, slide presentations, group critiques, and in-class work time. Preference given to art majors. [AH]
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ARTS 15900 - Introduction to Photography Course Credit: 1
(ARCH, ARTH, FILM)
INTRODUCTION TO PHOTOGRAPHY This course introduces the student to the technical and aesthetic issues of basic black and white photography. The class assignments are designed to emphasize the versatility of the medium and to promote individual expression. Basic camera operation, black and white processing and printing techniques will be covered. Group critiques are scheduled regularly to develop analytical skills and to provide an arena for the photographer to discuss his or her intent. Six hours of weekly class time that include lecture, demonstrations, digital slide presentations, group critiques, and in-class work time. Annually. [AH]
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ARTS 16300 - Introduction to Sculpture Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
INTRODUCTION TO SCULPTURE This course introduces concepts, materials, and technical processes associated with making art in three-dimensions (sculpture). Students learn to explore the principles of three-dimensional design as they relate to natural and human-made form, structure, and spatial relationships. The class puts to practice these principles and concepts through a set of assignments designed to develop basic technical skills using a variety of traditional and non-traditional materials such as plaster, wood, metal, string, paper products, and found objects. There are six hours of weekly class time that includes lecture, technical demonstrations, image presentations, and in-class work time. Annually. [AH]
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ARTS 16500 - Introduction to Ceramics Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
INTRODUCTION TO CERAMICS This course introduces concepts and methods for working with ceramics as a medium for creative expression. Students will explore various hand-building, surface development, and firing techniques to create both utilitarian and sculptural objects. Image presentation and discussions will introduce students to the contemporary and historical role of ceramics. Six hours of weekly class time that includes lecture, technical demonstrations, image presentations, group critique, and in-class work time. Annually. [AH]
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ARTS 17100 - Intro to Digital Imaging Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL IMAGING This course is designed to examine the aesthetic and contemporary practices of digital media as an art form. As part of that process, students will come to understand the fundamentals of visual form and to develop technical skills with a variety of camera and computer editing programs. A special emphasis will be placed on understanding the practice of Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom in order to generate, edit and manipulate still images and text. Assignments will direct students to develop personal studio art projects in a variety of subjects. Six hours of weekly class time that include lecture, digital demonstrations, digital slide presentations, critiques and in-class work time. Prerequisite(s): Any 100-level Studio Art (ARTS) course Annually. [AH]
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ARTS 25100 - Intermediate Drawing Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
INTERMEDIATE DRAWING This course is designed to develop a more expressive visual vocabulary through the continued exploration of media, methods, and a wide range of subjects. The course includes an in-depth exploration of life drawing. Digital drawing is introduced. Additional study through field trips. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-15100 Annually.
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ARTS 25300 - Intermediate Painting Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
INTERMEDIATE PAINTING In-depth exploration of painting concepts and techniques. Students engage in conceptual problems, which characterize contemporary painting practices Additional study through field trips. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-15300
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ARTS 25500 - Intermediate Printmaking Course Credit: 1
(ARTH, ENVS)
INTERMEDIATE PRINTMAKING Advanced study in the media of printmaking and continued investigation of the ideas encountered in the initial printmaking course. Exhibitions, discussions, and field trips to museums are designed to acquaint the student with the role of printmaking in the world of contemporary art. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-15500 Annually.
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ARTS 25900 - Intermediate Photography Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY Intermediate Photography is taught in a rotational manner in order to give students a wide variety of depth of exploration in materials and skills in darkroom practices, such as non-silver antiquated process, book arts and digital photography. Running parallel to these technical investigations, assigned readings and discussions will address contemporary issues surrounding photography and the digitalized image. Students will be introduced to different ways of conceptualizing and interpreting photography based on such variables as process and technology. Emphasis will be placed on developing creative photographic projects and generating a cohesive body of work for each student. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-15900 Annually.
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ARTS 26300 - Intermediate Sculpture Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
INTERMEDIATE SCULPTURE The course engages in further investigation of traditional and non-traditional materials and techniques introduced in ARTS 16300 and introduces basic mold-making and casting. Students explore idea-based learning through visual problem solving, while developing more in-depth techniques and skills in various sculpture materials. This course will include personal research into historical and contemporary examples of sculpture and other forms of art and design. Assignments will change from semester to semester. There are six hours of weekly class time that includes lecture, technical demonstrations, image presentations, group critique and in-class work time. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-16300 Alternate Years.
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ARTS 26500 - Intermediate Ceramics Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
INTERMEDIATE CERAMICS This upper-level course expands upon the material covered in ARTS 16500 and involves advanced work with ceramic processes including glaze mixing and formulation, surface development and kiln firing. There is an introduction to wheel-throwing with emphasis placed on altering wheel thrown forms using hand-building techniques. There are six hours of weekly class time that includes lecture, technical demonstrations, image presentation, group critique and in-class work time. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-16500 Alternate Years.
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ARTS 29900 - Special Topics Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
SPECIAL TOPICS IN STUDIO ART A course for students who have taken at least one ARTS 200-level course in studio art. It provides faculty and students opportunities to study and to create in a medium not regularly taught, or to enable faculty and students to focus on an issue in creative art that is not adequately addressed in listed courses. Prerequisite(s): 200-level ARTS course in the appropriate discipline; or permission of the instructor.
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ARTS 29902 - Figure Drawing Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
SPECIAL TOPICS: FIGURE DRAWING A course for students who have taken at least one ARTs 200-level course in studio art. it provides faculty and students opportunities to study and to create in a medium not regularly taught, or to enable faculty and students to focus on an issue in creative art that is not adequately addressed in listed courses. Prerequisite(s): 1 200-level Studio Art course in the appropriate discipline, or permission of the instructor
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ARTS 29903 - Video Art Course Credit: 1
(FILM)
VIDEO ART This course introduces students to the basic theory and practice of video as a fine art medium. Students will gain a comprehensive technical foundation through shooting their own footage using DSLR cameras and editing in Adobe Premiere Pro. Basic camera movements, splicing clips and creating transitions as well as green screen capture will be covered. This class will emphasize the production of video work that is rich in conceptual layering and students will view the work of contemporary video artists to establish a context and inspiration for projects. Prerequisite(s): 1 Studio Art course; or permission of instructor
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ARTS 35100 - Advanced Drawing Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
ADVANCED DRAWING Advanced exercises in traditional drawing media as well as experimental techniques not covered in earlier classes. There will be structured assignments along with numerous independent projects. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-25100 Annually.
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ARTS 35300 - Advanced Painting Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
ADVANCED PAINTING Advanced study in various painting media to include structured assignments and independent work. Continued investigation of contemporary issues in painting through field trips and readings of art criticism. Topics range from approaches to figure painting to open-ended conceptual problems. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-25300
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ARTS 35500 - Advanced Printmaking Course Credit: 1
(ARTH, ENVS)
ADVANCED PRINTMAKING In this course students will explore further conventional and experimental printmaking techniques. Students may concentrate on editioning, or they may develop a portfolio of individual prints. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-25500
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ARTS 35900 - Advanced Photography Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY This course is designed to develop an advanced understanding of the theory and practice of photography and digital imaging. A focus on advanced techniques will involve both structured projects with an emphasis on the development of an individual portfolio. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-25900 Annually.
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ARTS 36300 - Advanced Sculpture Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
ADVANCED SCULPTURE This course will be comprised of both individually arranged and structured projects in advanced sculptural concepts and techniques. There will be an investigation of critical attitudes applicable to sculpture. Individual experimentation is encouraged. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-26300 Alternate Years.
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ARTS 36500 - Advanced Ceramics Course Credit: 1
(ARTH)
ADVANCED CERAMICS Concentration on advanced problems in both functional and sculptural ceramic design and techniques. A portion of the course will focus on plaster mold-making and slip-casting. Continued instruction in glaze formulation. Individual experimentation is encouraged. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-26500
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ARTS 40000 - Tutorial Course Credit: 0.25
Maximum Credit: 1
(ARTH)
TUTORIAL Advanced work in an area in preparation for doing Independent Study. Permission must be obtained from the instructor offering an advanced course in the special area. The student must schedule the same instructor and class hours as the advanced course. May be repeated.
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ARTS 40100 - Jr. Independent Study Course Credit: 1
INDEPENDENT STUDY A creative, individual program, organized within a classroom structure to integrate techniques and artistic concepts as a preparatory experience for the senior project. Students and professors meet weekly in a seminar to discuss problems and to critique projects. Prerequisite(s): 2 100-level Studio Art courses, 2 advanced level Studio Art courses, and 1 Art History course. Annually.
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ARTS 41000 - ARTS Internship Course Credit: 0.25
Maximum Credit: 1
INTERNSHIP A structured, usually off-campus experience, in which a student extends classroom knowledge to a work position within a community, business, or governmental organization. Student interns work and learn under the joint guidance of a host organization supervisor and a College of Wooster mentor. The student must arrange the internship in advance through the appropriate department or program. No more than six internships, and a maximum of four Wooster course credits, will count toward graduation. The form for registering for an internship and the Internship Learning Plan are available in the office of the Registrar. May be repeated.
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ARTS 45100 - Independent Study Thesis Course Credit: 1
SENIOR INDEPENDENT STUDY–SEMESTER ONE The first semester of the Senior Independent Study project, in which each student engages in the creation of a body of artwork and independent research guided by a faculty mentor. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-40100 Annually.
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ARTS 45200 - Independent Study Thesis Course Credit: 1
SENIOR INDEPENDENT STUDY–SEMESTER TWO The second semester of the Senior Independent Study project, which culminates in a one-person exhibition, a written thesis, and an oral examination. Prerequisite(s): ARTS-45100 Annually.
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