Category: Academic Programs & Courses

IAD-407 INTERDISCIPLINARY THESIS I

The Interdisciplinary Thesis is a two-semester,studio course affording students the time and,space to undertake major independent,interdisciplinary art and design projects.,Students may propose a body of related works, a,series of individual pieces, or major stand-alone,projects with the goal of producing them over the,course of two semesters alongside their peers,,capitalizing on their diverse skill sets,,professional goals, and regular critiques.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: IAD 305, IAD 308, IAD 310

DAH-206 HISTORY OF AMERICAN ILLUSTRATION

This course focuses on printed art in America,from pre-1890 through the 1950’s. The influence,of illustrators on the attitudes and customs of,their times is the focus. Using a format of,study by decade, the course explores the making,of,pictures to tell a story regardless of medium. A,more theoretical approach is used in discussions,of the great teachers and of women in,illustration. ,This course satisfies the General Education,requirement.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DEN-102

DAH-357 ICONOGRAPHY AND MYTHOLOGY

In this course, students explore world mythology,and the works of art they have inspired. Western,artists historically have drawn inspiration from,Christian beliefs and symbols as well as from the,myths of ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome. ,Contemporary artists have also been influenced by,the beliefs and symbols of Asia, India, Native,America, Africa and other cultures. These are the,basis for most animated stories, video games,,films and many other forms of literature and,works of art. The course will explore the,beliefs, meanings and symbols of many cultures as,they are used in art both historically and today.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DAH 200, DAH 201 (or DAH 202)

DCE-116 SURFACE MATTERS

This course explores numerous glaze processes and,application techniques and provides students with,an understanding of how surface relates to and,enhances three-dimensional forms. Weekly,demonstrations and lectures give students the,basis for solving structured assignments.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DEN-102 COMPOSITION II

In DEN 102, the second composition course in a,series, students practice the necessary writing,skills to discover the pleasures and challenges of,research, rhetoric, and reflection. In this course,students investigate and analyze a variety of,written and visual texts and respond in critical,and creative work utilizing primary and secondary,sources. DEN 102 stresses important academic,skills, including research strategies, the writing,process, formatting, revision, editing, and,presenting before a group. This course satisfies,the General Education requirement.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DEN-101

DFA-220 INTRODUCTION TO FIGURE PAINTING

This figurative painting course utilizes the,painting principles acquired in Introduction to,Painting. Emphasis is placed on color theory,,value, illusion of form and space, compositional,theory and paint application. Contemporary,approaches to figurative painting are examined,through class presentations and studio processes.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFN 103 DFN 104 DFN 120 DFN 121

DFD-219 EMBELLISHED SURFACES

Students explore stitch by learning hand,embroidery, sewing machine, and digital,technologies used to construct images and,pattern. While exploring traditional,embellishment techniques, and unconventional,materials such as water-soluble embroidery film,,construction materials, found and recycled items.,Participants are encouraged to develop a personal,visual language through a series of class and,individual projects. The course challenges,students to develop concepts and ideas that,expand the traditional notions of embellishment.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites:

DFN-112 DRAWING II: STYLE & SKILL

Students expand their understanding of the,fundamentals of drawing and sketching, and develop,their own personal sense of style and enhanced,skill. A variety of drawing techniques are,explored with a focus on creative composition,,design and visual narrative. Additionally, the,human figure will be explored as a basis of,understanding gesture, proportion, geometric forms,in space and the definition of complex surfaces.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFN 101

DGD-317 PROFESSIONAL STUDIO PRACTICE I

This required course, the first in a series of two,courses, examines concepts of contemporary design,practice within the area of Communication Design. ,In this course students will develop an,understanding of various forms of practice, from,independent contract to junior/senior positions to,studio ownership. Through on-site/virtual studio,visits that includes BIPOC business leaders,,students will learn first hand professional,expectations. Students develop an understanding,of business tools used by professionals. Students,create a kit of materials to prepare them for the,design market, including resume, writing design,briefs, project proposals, time management,platforms, preliminary understanding of taxes and,copyright policies, and junior level portfolio. ,The second course, Professional Studio Practice II,will be taken in their senior year, as preparation,for entering the professional design market.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DGD 212, DGD 277