152 ART 1140. Color Theory (3) F, S This is an incorporated lecture and studio course that provides a basis for understanding the history, concepts, and practice of color theory as a pivotal area of Visual Arts. Studio projects will investigate both additive and subtractive color theory, and include instruction in digital media-based color, using Photoshop. ART 1150. Basic Photography (3) Su, F, S Introduction to black and white photography. Students learn the use of the camera, film, and print processing, and gain an aesthetic sense of the medium. ART 2050. Photographing Artwork (1) TBA Photographing artwork for portfolios: photographing of two- and three-dimensional artwork. Emphasis on reproduction of quality slides, including masking and labeling of slides for juried activities, career and graduate school application. Credit/No Credit. Prerequisite: ART 1150 or consent of instmctor. ART 2150. Intermediate Photography (3) F, S Production of high quality black and white photographs. Introduction to the zone system of exposure, printing, toning, exhibiting. A highly disciplined craft and concept course to help develop technical and aesthetic skills in black and white photography. Prerequisite: ART 1150 or consent of instmctor. ART 2200. Introduction to Printmaking (3) F, S An introduction to all printmaking classes covering the processes of intaglio, screenprinting, relief, lithography, and monotype. Students are provided with the fundamentals of each process and experience with each one. This class is a prerequisite for all printmaking classes. ART 2310. Introduction to Ceramic Art (3) F, S Introduction to clay and glaze, ceramic design, handbuilt and wheelthrown forming techniques, and traditional and contemporary firing processes. ART 2350. Small Metals/Jewelry I (3) F, S Introduction to tools, materials, and basic techniques of fabrication and casting, with an emphasis on design. ART 2600. Painting I (3) F, S Introduction to painting including the construction and design of paintings, investigations into the character and actions of various paints and techniques (traditional and contemporary) on a variety of surfaces. ART 2650. Watercolor Painting I (3) S An introduction to transparent watercolor painting materials, techniques, and image-making modes with research into various significant artists. ART 2700. Sculpture I (3) F, S An introduction to the essential methods and materials of sculpture including modeling, carving, casting, and construction with emphasis on contemporary activity in sculpture and with projects designed to practice concept development. ART 2830. Directed Readings (1-3) F, S Individually chosen readings on specialized topics supervised by a faculty member. Prerequisite: Consent of faculty supervisor prior to registration. ART 2890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-2, 6 maximum) F, S An opportunity for students to receive academic credit for faculty approved on-the-job learning experiences within certain visual arts areas of emphasis. C/NC only. Prerequisites: Instructor approval (before enrollment) and previous or concurrent enrollment in art classes as specified by each area of emphasis. ART 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will be determined by the department. ART 3120. Figure Drawing (3) F, S Study of the anatomical structure of the human body. The student, by means of drawing from the model, explores literal and experimental interpretation of form. Prerequisites: ART 1110 and ART 1120; or consent of instructor. ART 3150. Photography Seminar (3) F, S This course is designed to introduce students early to the type of intense investigation and experimentation necessary to define and execute a semester long project in photography. Other topics covered will be an introduction to professional medium-format cameras, fine-tuning silver-based photographic printings and improving ability in critical discourse and writing. Prerequisite: ART 2150. ART 3200. Intermediate Printmaking (3) S An intermediate level class with emphasis on screenprinting, relief, and intaglio with further exploration into print processes that include photographic stencils and multicolor printing. Prerequisites: ART 1120 and 2200; or consent of instmctor. ART 3310. Intermediate Handbuilt Ceramics (3) F Intermediate problems in handbuilt ceramics with emphasis on functional and sculptural form. Various firing techniques explored. Prerequisites: ART 1130 and 2310; or consent of instructor. ART 3320. Intermediate Wheelthrown Ceramics (3) S Intermediate problems in wheelthrowing with emphasis on functional form and surface decoration. Kilns and various firing techniques explored. Prerequisites: ART 1130 and 2310; or consent of instructor. ART 3350. Small Metals/Jewelry II (3) F, S Development of design concepts and procedures with emphasis on basic techniques and concept development in fabrication, casting, enameling, cold connectors, surface enrichment. Prerequisite: ART 2350 or consent of instructor. ART 3420A. Bitmap Imaging (1) F, S, Su Emphasis on the principle of bitmap imaging using industry-standard software. This course builds on studies in basic two-dimensional design and provides the conceptual and technical foundation for more advanced work in color photography, graphic design, illustration, web-based and other digital medial. Primary software: Adobe Photoshop. Prerequisite: ART 1120 or consent of instmctor. ART 3420B. Vector Drawing (1) F, S, Su Emphasis on vector drawing as applied to problems in art and design. This course builds on studies in basic two-dimensional design and provides the conceptual and technical foundation for more advanced work in graphic design, animation, 3D modeling, and web design. Primary software: Adobe Illustrator. Prerequisite: ART 1120 or consent of instmctor. ART 3420C. Digital Page Composition (1) F, S, Su Emphasis on the principles of layout using industry-standard software tools. This course builds on studies in basic two-dimensional design and provides the conceptual and technical foundation for more advanced work in typography and graphic design. Primary software: Quark Express. Prerequisite: ART 1120 or consent of instructor. ART 3420D. Design for the Internet (1) F, S, Su Emphasis on the principles of web design using industry-standard software. This course builds in studies in basic two-dimensional Weber State University 2006-2007 Catalog