DFA-230 SCULPTURE: THE FIGURE

In this course, the systematic study of the human,figure is used as the foundation for formal,,conceptual and expressive sculptural explorations.,Students work directly from live models,,instructed in armature building techniques,,modeling from clay and direct body casting. Open,to non-majors with departmental approval. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DFA 130

DIN-332 JUNIOR INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO II

The focus of this course is a comprehensive studio,design problem that involves a large-scale,commercial space. Projects require the application,of concepts of programming space analysis, ,inclusive design, planning and creative problem,solving. A set of plans, working sketches and,models, presentation materials and research, as,well as verbal presentations may be required.,Design issues to be resolved challenge students to,develop … Continue reading “DIN-332 JUNIOR INTERIOR DESIGN STUDIO II”

PCS-125 INTRO TO PRODUCT DESIGN

If you consider what,something looks like,before buying it, you,know what product,design is all about.,Cell phones, iPods,,Gameboys, sneakers,,backpacks, and even,skateboards all have,to be designed by,someone – why not,you? Create models of,your designs and exhibit,alongside your final,concept drawings. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:

AYTH-201 DRAWING

Students will develop a foundational,understanding of drawing. Working from still,lives, clothed models, architecture and nature,,young artists will develop and improve their,drawing skills. Techniques for creating shadow,,value and form will be introduced. Credits: 0 Prerequisites:

AVIS-018 SLUMPING/FUSING WORKSHOP

A beginning fusing and slumping workshop,exploring basic techniques. The class will,focus on decorative panels and simple slumped,forms. No experience necessary, please bring,safety glasses, a glass cutter, work gloves and,dust mask to first class. Credits: 0 Prerequisites:

DLE-322 CONSCIOUSNESS, CREATIVITY AND IDENTITY

Drawing inspiration from consciousness-centered,education models, this innovative course offers,students an opportunity to dive within themselves,,discovering and exploring their own boundless,creative potential. Consider this course an,experimental incubator for the creation of ideas,,images, and artistic motivation. Emphasis is,placed on reflection with the student’s,journaling, discussing and meditating together. ,This unique course offers students new methods of,inquiry, encouraging students … Continue reading “DLE-322 CONSCIOUSNESS, CREATIVITY AND IDENTITY”

DLE-345 ART, LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE

Will explore the various links between the visual,and literary arts through readings of plays,,poems, stories, novels, letters, manifestos,,etc. that have been written by and/or about,artists and designers. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: Take one 3.0 credit, 200 level course from one of the,following subjects: DAH (Art History), DEN (English), DAS,(Academic Studies), DVC (Visual Culture).

DTR-362 DIGITAL MODELING III

In this course, students learn complex modeling,and rendering techniques using the latest 3-D,computer modeling industry software. This course,builds on a student’s accumulated knowledge of,nurb and/or polygonal tools, extrusions, patches,,skinning and surface treatments. Models are,rendered using full-color palettes, multi-source,lighting and texture mapping. Basic animation in,covered to prepare the student for advanced,skills. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DTR 241