ART 2513: BEGINNING SCULPTURE CONTEMPORARY

SCULPTURE COURSES

Introduction to basic sculpture processes and concepts. Emphasis is placed on developing formal visual principles and production techniques as they pertain to additive, subtractive and constructive modes of contemporary sculpture. A wide range of materials, tools and methods will be introduced.

ART 3513: INTERMEDIATE SCULPTURE CONTEMPORARY PROCESS

Projects develop a wide range of skills and engage contemporary sculpture. An examination of rubber mold-making / plastic casting, and advanced assembly with nontraditional / alternative materials. Technology, light and installation concerns will be explored. Students are required to present several finished works for critiques during the semester. If the opportunity exists, students may be involved in a collaborative experience with other disciplines within the school.

ART 4513: ADVANCED SCULPTURE CONTEMPORARY

Self-directed research objectives are examined to develop an individual body of work. Progress relating to personal artistic growth and professional discipline is expected. Emphasis will be placed on portfolio development and exhibition. This course may be repeated three times for a maximum of 9 credit hours.

ART 3533: INTERMEDIATE SCULPTURE CONTEMPORARY CONCEPTS

Emphasis is placed on the relationship of craft, subject, intent, scale, and material as related to specific conceptual concerns. Issues relating to professional exhibition, documentation, writing and critical theory will be presented.

ART 4953: SCULPTURE STUDIO TOPICS

Special topics in sculpture introducing unique processes or specialized collaborative experiences. Course work may include public sculpture, environmental art, furniture design, electronics and/or interdisciplinary projects. Course may be repeated three times for a maximum of 9 credit hours provided the content of the course is changed.

ART 4990: INDEPENDENT STUDY

Independent study for special projects or unique research not associated with regularly scheduled courses. Course may be repeated twice for a maximum of 6 credit hours (variable credit).

ARTC 3930: BUSINESS OF ART / PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

Students will participate in exercises and assignments designed to improve written, verbal and visual abilities vital to exhibition opportunities, gallery practice, employment in art related fields, and future career aspirations including pursuing an MFA terminal degree. Additionally, this course will touch on some related legal issues associated with art production commissions and contracts

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