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FINE ART - FNAR (Semester)
FNAR 1104 | Introduction to the Arts
3 credits
Creators of art, regardless of the chosen form share many concepts. In this course, the student will explore these similarities and experience the creative process in each of the artistic disciplines thereby enhancing personal interest in and understanding of the arts.
FNAR 1105 | Basic Drawing I
3 credits
An intensive studio drawing course on the observation and interpretation of form with concern for space, line, volume, texture, and composition. Varied stylistic approaches and subject matter will be studied in the pencil and charcoal mediums.
FNAR 1106 | Basic Drawing II
Prerequisite: FNAR 1105 or permission of instructor
3 credits
An intensive studio drawing course on the observation and interpretation of form with concern for space, line, volume, texture, and composition. Varied stylistic approaches and subject matter will be studied in the pencil and charcoal mediums. This course is a continuation of FNAR 1105.
FNAR 1108 | Appreciation of the Fine Arts
3 credits
This course is designed to increase the understanding, personal interest and relationships of the arts and society through an examination of subject, form, and content. Students will critically examine the arts and experience the creative process in a variety of visual and performing arts. Opportunities for participation and learning through lecture, films, small group discussions, project based learning, field trips, web based text companion, website assignments and guest artists.
FNAR 1111 | History of Art I
3 credits
An introduction to the enjoyment and understanding of the history of sculpture, painting, and architecture from prehistory through the Middle Ages.
FNAR 1112 | History of Art II
3 credits
An introduction to the enjoyment and understanding of the history of sculpture, painting, and architecture from the Renaissance to present times.
FNAR 1116 | Music Appreciation I
3 credits
Music Appreciation I is a survey of musical styles from the Middle Ages to the early 18th century. It includes a review of music reading and basic music theory and covers the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Early Classical Periods in music. No previous knowledge of music or musical experience is required.
FNAR 1117 | Music Appreciation II
3 credits
Music Appreciation II is a survey of music from the 18th century to the present. It includes the Classical, Romantic, and Impressionistic periods as well as musical styles from the 20th and 21st centuries.
FNAR 1120 | Water Media Painting Painting I
3 credits
An intensive study of water media painting with an emphasis placed on the study of materials, technical applications, composition, and color theory. The works of the Old Masters and accomplished contemporary artists will be studied to support the learning process. This course may be taken for 6 credit hours.
FNAR 1121 | Water Media Painting Painting II
Prerequisites: FNAR 1120
3 credits
A continuation of FNAR 1120. Emphasis are placed placed on composition, value management, and sketching as a preparatory step in the painting process.
FNAR 1130 | Oil / Acrylic Painting I
3 credits
An intensive study of the oil or Acrylic painting media with emphasis placed on the academic study of materials, technical applications, composition and color theory. The works of the Old Masters and accomplished contemporary artists will be studied to support the learning process.
FNAR 1131 | Oil Painting II
Prerequisites: FNAR 1130 or premission of the instructor
3 credits
A continuation of FNAR 1130. An emphasis will be placed on composition, value management and sketching as a preparatory step in the painting process. The works of the Old Masters and contemporary artists will be studied to support the learning process.
FNAR 1140 | Introduction to the Craft of Stained Glass I
3 credits
A course designed to teach the basic construction techniques involved in the making of stained glass art. The student will study construction techniques of the Old Masters and contemporary artists to assist the learning process.
FNAR 1141 | Introduction to the Craft of Stained Glass II
Prerequisites: FNAR 1140
3 credits
This course is a continuation of FNAR 1140 designed to teach the basic construction techniques involved in the making of stained glass art. The student will place more emphasis on color and design of the finished project. A three dimensional project will be required in this section. The student will study the construction techniques of the Old Masters and contemporary artists to assist the learning process.
FNAR 1143 | Ceramics I
3 credits
A course designed to explore the basic concepts of ceramic pottery. The basic techniques of handforming, wheel throwing, decoration, glazing and firing of earthenware, stoneware and raku ceramic pottery will be explored. This course may be taken for six credit hours.
FNAR 1144 | Ceramics II
Prerequisite: FNAR 1143
3 credits
A more advanced course designed to explore the nature of wheel throwing, advanced methods of hand–forming and decoration of ceramic pottery. Designed to fill the needs of art majors as well as those who desire to further their study of ceramic pottery. This course is a continuation of FNAR 1143 and may be taken for a total of six credit hours.
FNAR 1146 | Fused Glass Jewelry & Decor
3 credits
A basic course designed to teach many the beginning concepts of cutting glass, fusing glass in a kiln and wire wrapping to turn pieces into jewelry, decor and art.
FNAR 1147 | Fused Glass / Metal Clay
3 credits
This course continues on from the Fused Glass Jewelry and Decor class. In this class there will be an introduction into working with metal clay.
FNAR 2211 | Figure Drawing
Prerequisites: FNAR 1105, 1106 or permission of the instructor
3 credits
An intensive studio figure-drawing course that emphasizes the skeletal-muscular structure, external contour, and proportion of the human form. Studies and drawings from the live model, skeleton, cast, anatomical diagrams, and examples of the old masters' drawings will aid the learning process. Development of composition and the discipline of seeing will receive special consideration. This course will explore a variety of media and art materials.
FNAR 2220 | Advanced Water Media Painting
Prerequisites: FNAR 1120 and 1121 or permission of the instructor
3 credits
An intensive and personalized course on painting problems. Use of accumulated knowledge from previous painting experiences to develop an individual creative painting style. A variety of subject matter will be considered. This course is a continuation of FNAR 1121.
FNAR 2230 | Advanced Oil Painting
Prerequisites: FNAR 1130 and 1131
3 credits
This is an intense and personalized course in advanced paiting problems. The use of accumulated knowledge from previous painting experiences will apply to assist in the development of a creative and original painting style. A variety of subject matter will apply.
FNAR 2245 | Advanced Ceramics
Prerequisites: FNAR 1143 and 1144
3 credits
A more advanced course designed to explore the nature of wheel throwing, advanced methods of hand-forming and decoration of ceramic pottery. Designed to fill the needs of art majors as well as those who desire to further their study of ceramic pottery. This course is a continuation of Ceramics 1143 and 1144 and may be taken for a total of six credit hours.
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