Category: Studio Art & Craft Courses

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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

DGL-135 TEXTURE, PATTERN & SURFACE: HOT GLASS

This course provides the student with a strong,vocabulary of surface, texture, and patterning,composition. The student is encouraged to,experiment with combinations of decoration. The,course is designed in a skill building and,exploration format that utilizes basic,glassblowing form and techniques.

Credits: 3

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DME-176 BLK PATTERN DEVELOPMENT

This beginning course is a semester long intensive,study into the development of pattern in both,ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Using forge,welding and diffusion, this course covers simple,layering processes to composites and mosaic,patterning methods. Throughout the semester each,student assembles a journal comprised of weekly,clay pattern experiments, and production notes.,Journals are then photocopied and compiled into,reference books of techniques and patterns.

Credits: 3

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DME-376 BLK ADVANCED PATTERN DEVELOPMENT

This course is a semester long intensive study of,the development of pattern on both ferrous and,non-ferrous metals. Using forge welding and,diffusion, participants explore layering processes,of developing composites and mosaic patterns in,steel using power hammer methods. Twisting, stock,reduction, and book match patterning techniques,are presented. Advanced students research,patterned steel of an historic precedent and,develop pattern samples that reflect a technical,lineage. Throughout the semester each student,assembles a journal comprised of weekly clay,pattern experiments, and production notes.,Journals are then photocopied and compiled into,reference books of techniques and patterns.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DME 276

DFA-120 PAINTING I

Intro to Painting functions as a survey of,contemporary approaches to painting. Students,explore a range of oil and acrylic painting,techniques while directing the development of,particular ideas, themes, or subjects. The,technical goals in this course include,understanding the use of color properties to,depict illusionary space and form while examining,the relationships between material and metaphor,,surface and structure, image and meaning. ,Connections between research and practice are,strengthened through ideation methods based on,observational studies in addition to collecting,,sourcing and archiving visual resources. Studio,set up and safety, class critiques, visiting,artists and field trips round out the course.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DFN 103, DFN 104, DFN 116

DCE-135 HANDBUILDING

Students are given a progressive series of,projects that promote exploration of both,traditional and alternative building techniques,such as coil, mold, slip cast, and slab. Once,these are completed, students choose a project of,particular interest and expand the idea to achieve,a personal contemporary expression.

Credits: 3

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DGL-140 GLASS CASTING & MOLD MAKING

This course covers various mold-making techniques,for glass, including sand casting, slumping,,fusing, pate de verre, hot billet casting, etc.,Students explore the unique characteristics of,cast glass in vessels, sculpture and panels. Glass,elements may be made for inclusion with other,materials.

Credits: 3

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DME-177 BLK BEGINNING CONTEMP DECORATIVE IRON

Contemporary Decorative Iron combines the tools,and practices of the traditional blacksmith with,modern machine and fabrication technology.,Students explore the forging of ferrous and,non-ferrous metals into a variety of decorative,and utilitarian objects with an emphasis on,contemporary fabrication techniques. Topics,include discipline relevant terms and vocabulary,,related technology, tool making, and a survey of,this versatile process with a focus on its,contemporary application.

Credits: 3

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DME-377 BLK ADV CONTEMPORARY DECORATIVE IRON

This course combines the tools and practices of,the traditional blacksmith with modern machine and,fabrication technology. Students refine the,forging of ferrous and non-ferrous metals into a,variety of decorative and utilitarian objects with,an emphasis on contemporary fabrication,techniques. Topics include discipline relevant,terms and vocabulary, related technology, tool,making, and a survey of this versatile process,with a focus on its contemporary application.,Advanced students expand the technical base of,hand-forged process to explore mechanical,hammering, arc welding, machining, and cold,joinery. Independent design and execution of work,challenges each student to gain confidence in the,practical execution, sequence, and creative,problem solving. Students at this level self,direct the parameters of each assignment; develop,patterns, material specifications and produce work,to a professional standard.

Credits: 3

Prerequisites: DME 277