154 of the readings. Students will produce a photographic project during the course and apply reading topics to the discussion of their work. Prerequisite: Art 3150 or consent of instructor. Art *4110. Advanced Drawing (3) S Continued drawing exploration in various media with emphasis on focused personal direction, independent serial work, presentation of assigned research into related contemporary work, active participation in the critique process. Prerequisite: Art 3120 or consent of instructor. Art *4120. Advanced Figure Drawing (3) F, S Advanced study of the structure of the human body with a greater stress on draftsmanship, historical uses of the figure in art, and individual explorations. Prerequisite: Art 3120 or consent of instructor. Art *4150. Alternative Photographic Processes (3) 5 (even years) Studio assignments are based on photographic alternatives to the silverprint. Historical references and perspectives provide the context for supervised studio/computer/assignments. Prerequisite: Art 3150 and Art 3420A, or consent of instructor. Art *4200. Advanced Printmaking (3) 5 An advanced level class in printmaking with emphasis on screenprinting, relief, intaglio, and/or lithography. Emphasis on individual portfolio production. Prerequisite: Art 3200 or consent of instructor. Art 4250. Photographing the West (3) Su This course is an opportunity to photograph in the western landscape. Students will learn the skills of traveling, camping, and hiking with photographic equipment. Contemporary and historical issues pertaining to landscape photography as well as other timely photographic concerns will be discussed. Instruction will take place in the field and during supervised darkroom/studio time. Students will need to be able to spend at least a week in the field in order to participate in this class. Prerequisite: Art 1150 or consent of instructor. Art *4300. Ceramic Glaze Formulation (3) S (even years) Using natural and manufactured raw materials to create ceramic glazes. Understanding traditional glaze chemistry and calculations (using atomic symbols and weights). Exploring sources of glaze color and texture, and the effects of temperature and kiln atmosphere on ceramic glazes. Prerequisites: Art 3310 or 3320 or consent of instructor. Art *4310. Advanced Handbuilt Ceramics (3) F, S Advanced problems in ceramic design and construction using traditional and contemporary handbuilding (nonwheel) techniques with an emphasis on aesthetics. Individual projects to be determined by consultation with instructor. Kiln operation. Prerequisite: Art 3310 or consent of instructor. Art *4320. Advanced Wheelthrown Ceramics (3) F, S Advanced problems in ceramic design creating wheelthrown forms with an emphasis on aesthetics. Individual project to be determined by consultation with instructor. Kiln operation. Prerequisite: Art 3320 or consent of instructor. Art *4350. Small Metals/Jewelry III (3) F, S Development of advanced design concepts and procedures with emphasis on basic techniques and concept development in fabrication, casting, enameling, cold connectors, and surface enrichment. Prerequisite: Art 3350 or consent of instructor. Art *4400. Advanced Graphic Design (3) F, S Application of design theory and process to complex problems in visual communication. Emphasis is placed on research, analysis, problem definition, and the development of individual design solutions. Studio projects vary each term and will generally involve visual identity, indormation design, environmental graphics, publication design, and design for interactive media. Prerequisites: Art 3430, 3440, and 3450; or consent of instructor. Art 4410. Design Seminar (3) S Orientation to professional practice in visual communication including art direction and work situations, client relations, portfolio and resume preparation, self promotion, and career advancement. Course contents will be explored through reading, writing, lecture, discussion, critique, simulation, guest presentations, studio visits, and project work tailored to individual portfolio development. Prerequisite: Art 4400 or consent of instructor. May be taken concurrently with Art 4400. Art *4420. Advanced Digital Media (3) 5 Students will further develop personal expression in the visual arts using computer media through aesthetic problem solving and further development of digital media skills. There will be an emphasis on strengthening the students' ability to work independently while supplying the necessary feedback from the interaction of a class. Prerequisites: Art 3420A, Art 3420B, Art 3420C, Art 3420D, or consent of instructor. Art *4440. Interactive Media (3) F Students in this class will create interactive media products using the computer. Topics covered include the exploration of aesthetics of using animation, hypertext, graphics, 3D rendering and video in conjunction with sound to develop effective interactive visual communication. Prerequisites: Art 3420A, Art 3420B, Art 3420D or consent of instructor. Art *4460. Advanced Illustration (3) F, S Development of individual approaches to advanced problems in illustration. Emphasis is placed on the formulation of visual metaphor, articulation of form, and on professional practices. Studio projects vary each term and will generally involve editorial, reportorial, scientific, advertising, and instructional problems in pictorial communication. Prerequisite: Art 3460 or consent of instructor. Art *4540. Weaving III (3) F, S Advanced weaves on 8-harness looms, mixed media projects, natural dyeing, painted warps, and basketry. Prerequisite: Art 3540 or consent of instructor. Art *4550. Commercial Photography (3) S (even) The design and production of a professional quality photographic portfolio for use in seeking employment in commercial photography. Studio lighting, digital medial and new technology, business practices, freelance photography, and other employment opportunities will be explored. Prerequisite: Art 3150 and Art 3750 or consent of instructor. Art *4600. Painting III (3) S Emphasis on developing independence in the painting student and to provide an opportunity for them to pursue their own area of interest in painting while providing the necessary feedback from the interaction of a class. Prerequisite: Art 3600 or consent of instructor. Weber State University 2003-2004 CATALOG