This course focuses on an in-depth examination of,intaglio (copper plate etching) and lithography,processes, while dealing with traditional and,contemporary methods such as; stone and plate,lithography, limited edition versus unique,printing, and photo-transferring digital imaging. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DFN 103 DFN 104 DFN 120 DFA 105 DFA 115
CHOOSE ONE COURSE: DFA 215 INTERMEDIATE,PRINTMAKING or DFA 245 CONTEMPORARY DRAWING TO,FULFILL THIS 3.0 CREDIT STUDIO REQUIREMENT. SEARCH,COURSES IN CATALOG TO CONFIRM PREREQUISITE,REQUIREMENTS. Credits: 3 Prerequisites:
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
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
This course is a study in form and sculptural,language that focuses on the use of metal and,wood. The instruction gained in the course helps,students gain proficiency in the use of metals and,wood as sculptural media. Shop and materials,practices as well as safety are covered.,Students, through a series of projects, learn a,variety of techniques and methods … Continue reading “DFA-231 SCULPTURE: FABRICATION”
This course is aimed at providing students with,proficiency in subtractive sculpture. Students,work predominantly with stone and wood. Students,are introduced to simple and advanced carving,techniques with manual, electrical and pneumatic,tools. A variety of approaches are considered both,physically and conceptually. The place of,subtractive work in the current art environment,is explored and students are exposed to historic,and current … Continue reading “DFA-232 CARVING”
This course investigates the interrelationship of,process, creativity and concept through various,casting techniques. Bronze, iron, and aluminum are,used to explore hot casting as a process and as a,means of creating sculpture. Students are exposed,to traditional and contemporary artists working in,the medium. Open to non-majors with departmental,approval. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DFA 130
This course is directed within the premises of,soft sculpture process and being aware of it,historically and in the contemporary art world.,Students become familiar with different systems of,sewing, laminating and pattern making. Although,the course has a material and process emphasis,,the students are encouraged to explore other,materials that may be incorporated appropriately,into a project. Open to non-majors … Continue reading “DFA-234 SOFT SCULPTURE”
This course has been structured to develop a range,of creative relationships, and the technical and,conceptual skills, necessary to produce content in,printmaking media. Forms including artist books,,ephemera, and hybrid and collaborative print,ventures will be investigated. Students will be,guided and encouraged to develop strategies to,publish, edition, and disseminate their work into,a range of markets, and for a … Continue reading “DFA-243 PRINT TO PUBLISH”
Contemporary Drawing serves as an investigation of,drawing as a primary mode of expression. Students,will examine historical, experimental, traditional,and unconventional methods for creating drawings.,A strong focus is placed on concept development as,students respond to specific assignments that,engage a broad range of issues and ideas.,Individual aesthetic and expression is developed,as students hone their ability to articulate ideas,through … Continue reading “DFA-245 CONTEMPORARY DRAWING”