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Introduction to visual perception, concepts, methods and applications of two-dimensional design across visual art disciplines and platforms. Self-expression and creative problem-solving through studio art projects. Lecture presentations, readings, verbal articulation, and critiques to develop visual literacy. Study of design theory with a focus on interdependence of content, form and context, combined with visual analysis of art from different eras and cultures.

An introduction to the basic elements of three-dimensional form and design, including concepts and language fundamental to all art making. This course covers design innovation and prototyping while applying the structural and visual elements of three-dimensional design, which applies to a wide range of artistic, technical, and industrial fields.

Advanced ceramic forming methods using the wheel and hand-building techniques, glaze formulation and advanced glaze application. Lectures on the historical and contemporary uses of clay. Emphasis on advanced technical and conceptual development.

Advanced-studio level class building on the skills, concepts and issues addressed in ART 160C. To refine analytical skills and technical expertise in the exploration of contemporary art and ceramics issues and create a self-directed, unified body of work in preparation for transferring to university, art school, or professional activities.

Advanced-studio level class building on the skills, concepts and issues addressed in ART 160C. To refine analytical skills and technical expertise in the exploration of contemporary art and ceramics issues and create a self-directed, unified body of work in preparation for transferring to university, art school, or professional activities.

Advanced ceramic forming methods using the wheel and hand-building techniques, glaze formulation and advanced glaze application. Lectures on the historical and contemporary uses of clay. Emphasis on advanced technical and conceptual development.

Continued development of skills used to create ceramic forms using the potter's wheel, and hand-construction techniques, glaze formulation, glaze application, and kiln-firing processes. Lectures on the historical and contemporary uses of clay. Emphasis on technical and conceptual development of ceramic design.

An advanced figure drawing course focusing on self-directed portfolio development and technical mastery. Students create unified bodies of work while developing a professional artistic voice through conceptual exploration, advanced techniques, experimental media applications, and cultural context.

Building on intermediate-level figure drawing skills, this advanced course develops expressive figurative compositions through complex media exploration and thematic series development. Students create self-directed projects emphasizing the relationship between concept, material, and cultural context through advanced visual analysis.

Expanding upon advanced-level watercolor/water media techniques and idea development practices, students focus on creating a self-directed, unified body of artwork in order to successfully transfer to a university, art school, or professional practice. Emphasis on creating artwork that connects media, style, content, culture, and meaning. Refinement of critical thinking, presentation, and technical skills.