DFA-251 PAINTING II

Painting II is an intensive studio course that assumes a basic understanding of painting materials and techniques. Figure/Ground relationships are challenged both formally and conceptually through an investigation of painting as it exists alongside a number of social, architectural, and technological forces. This class will engage the vast range of inter-relational possibilities in the making and experiencing of painting. Historical and Contemporary painting strategies will be examined in contexts of time and place. Individual and group critiques, homework assignments, I.A. (ideation archive) and artists statements are used to assess progress. Demonstrations, lectures, and field trips will enhance the engagement.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFN 103 DFN 104 DFN 120 DFA 105 DFA 120

DFA-345 ADVANCED PAINTING (CONTEMPORARY ISSUES)

This course addresses advanced painting problems, covering representational and nonrepresentational issues. Students have the opportunity to explore a broad range of materials and techniques and instruction is geared toward individual artistic concerns. Students in Advance Painting are exposed to issues and concerns relating to painting from a global perspective, inclusive of Western and non Western contemporary artists.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DAH 218, DFA 251

DFA-346 ADVANCED FIGURE PAINTING

This class is designed to vigorously extend ideas explored in Introduction to Figure Painting, with an opportunity to engage in more complex figurative problems. Class discussions include relevant topics on contemporary figurative art. Emphasis is on larger format, longer studies and formal painting concerns.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFA 120, DFA 220

DFA-350 ADVANCED DRAWING

This course offers students the opportunity to investigate drawing as an independent process of art making. Students develop a personal vocabulary through self-directed works. Instruction is individualized to these specific inquiries.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFA 245