Northeastern State University

ART (ART)

1100 Special Topics in Art #

Supervised field study in art history or studio work on location. Involves travel to museums, art centers, and/or artistic sites, as well as seminars or special projects in art. Topic will be specified in schedule. Any course in this sequence may be taken to a maximum of six hours credit.

1203 Fundamentals of Art I #

Introduction to design. Emphasis on composition with line, shape, texture, and value. Supervised studio training in basic principles with experimentation in different media.

1213 Drawing I #

Introduction to basic drawing skills and techniques through the use of a variety of media.

1233 2D Design #

Introduction to the principles and fundamentals of two-dimensional design using various media. Emphasis placed on developing creative solutions to a series of design projects.

1253 Color I #

Introduction to basic color theory and the use of color in design and painting. Supervised studio experimentation with color in several media. Prerequisites: ART 1213, 1233.

2003 Drawing II #

Expanded exploration of drawing techniques using a variety of media. Prerequisites: ART 1213, 1233.

2013 Computer Applications in Art

Introduction to computer programs used by artists and graphic designers. Training in use of professional software and hardware.

2033 Native American Art #

Introduction to some of the prehistoric and historic artistic traditions (in a multitude of media) of various North American cultural regions, including the Southeast, the Pueblo Southwest, California, the Northwest Coast, the Far North, and the Plains. Slide lecture and discussion.

2103 Crafts I #

Information, methods, activities and materials appropriate for craftsmen and teachers of crafts. tudy of craft history, studio safety, sources, an appropriate uses of materials and tools. Problems in creative design and production in various craft media.

2213 Typography #

Introduction to typography -- the art of designing with type. Study of the general history and aesthetics of type and letterforms. Introduction to digital typesetting on the computer. Prerequisites: ART 1233, 2013.

2333 3D Design #

Introduction to the principles and fundamentals of three-dimensional design using various media and techniques. Emphasis placed on developing creative solutions to a series of design projects.

2413 Watercolor I #

Introduction to watercolor techniques, composition and creative applications. Prerequisites: ART 1213, 1233, 1253.

2423 Art Materials #

An introduction to techniques and processes. Supervised study using a variety of natural and fabricated materials in projects of original design.

2443 Sculpture I #

Creative approach to sculpture techniques and form exploration in a variety of media with studio supervision. Prerequisite: ART 2333.

2510 Applied Design

Supervised studio units selected from various media. Any course in this sequence may be taken to a maximum of 6 hours credit.

3003 Jewelry I #

Basic techniques of jewelry and metal design. Techniques cover materials, tools, metals and equipment. Work executed by modeling, cutting, soldering and casting.

3013 Native American Arts and Crafts #

Study of and projects in traditional Native American arts and crafts projects, utilizing appropriate techniques and materials.

3103 Photography #

Introduction to fine art photography. Students will learn how and why photography works as they understand basic camera operation, the principals of composition, the materials and processes used in photography, and exposure and developing techniques.

3123 Figure Drawing I #

Introduction to fundamental skills and techniques of figure drawing from a live model. Prerequisites: ART 1213, 1233 and 2003

3213 Art History Survey I #

The history and development of art, architecture, sculpture and other visual arts from prehistoric through the Renaissance.

3223 Art History Survey II #

Continuation of ART 3213. From Renaissance to mid-nineteenth century.

3243 Figure Drawing II #

Extended exploration of figure drawing with increased emphasis on creativity and expression. Prerequisite: ART 3123

3323 Painting I #

Introduction to the fundamental skills and techniques of painting using oil or acrylic paint. Prerequisites: ART 1213,1233, 1253.

3333 Graphic Design I #

An overview of graphic design history, visual principles, and tools used by graphic designers. Analysis and production of designs for varying media. Prerequisites: ART 1233, 2013, 2213.

3413 Painting II #

Extended exploration of painting skills and techniques with increased emphasis on creativity and expression. Prerequisites: ART 3323

3423 Ceramics I #

Supervised work with clay in several building processes. Experimentation in glazing and kiln firing.

3433 Ceramics II #

Continuation of ART 3423 with an emphasis on advanced wheel thrown techniques and handbuilding processes. Experimentation in advanced glazing procedures. Prerequisite: ART 3423.

3443 Sculpture II #

Continuation of Art 2443 with an emphasis on advanced skills and techniques of sculpture using a variety of materials. Prerequisite: ART 2333, 2443.

3542 Elementary Art Education

Information, methods, activities, materials, and tools appropriate for teachers of arts and crafts at the elementary (K-6) level.

3533 Watercolor II #

Continued study of watercolor techniques with an increased emphasis on individual expression. Prerequisites: ART 2413.

3563 Printmaking #

Introduction to design and processes using relief and intaglio printmaking techniques. Study of the history of printmaking and its relation to current graphic design practices. Prerequisites: ART 1213 and 1233.

3583 Silkscreen #

Supervised projects in the fine art applications of silkscreen printing. Experimentation with a variety of techniques and design approaches.

4010 Special Media #

Experimentation in special media and creative expression in innovative art forms. May be repeated, using different media, up to a maximum of six hours credit.

4023 Publication Design #

Advanced production of multi-page documents, such as books and periodicals. Problems dealing with page flow and information layout, and advanced study of page layout software. Prerequisites: ART 1233, 2013, 2213, 3333.

4073 Multimedia Design

Introduction to designing interactive and time-based media for delivery on internet, television and other media. Analysis and production of designs for multiple media delivery systems. Study and development of navigation systems, information flow and interactivity. Prerequisites: ART 1233, 2013, 2213, 3333.

4083 Multimedia Design II

Students will learn advanced processes involving design for multimedia, video and film: scriptwriting, storyboards, pre-production, shooting and editing, and motion graphics.

4103 Graphic Design II #

Advanced production of designs for varying media using professional graphics software. Problems dealing with traditional print design as well as introduction to web and motion-based design. Prerequisites: ART 1233, 2013, 2213, 3333.

4123 Painting III #

Advanced study of painting techniques and composition with an emphasis on creativity and expression. Prerequisites: ART 3323, 3413.

4163 Illustration #

Introduction to the basic visual principles, tools and techniques used by professional illustrators. Analysis and production of illustrations using a variety of media. Emphasis on design, craftsmanship and originality. Prerequisites: ART 1213, 1233.

4233 Secondary Art Education

Study of the functions of art in secondary (7-12) schools; curricula in art education; supervised experimentation in media and teaching methods. Prerequisites: Junior standing and ART 3542.

4283 History of American Art #

A comprehensive survey of North American painting, sculpture, architecture and minor arts from the Colonial Period to the present. Ethnic influences, European foundations, and uniquely American traditions in the arts will be emphasized.

4303 Individual Studio: Painting

Opportunity for advanced and graduate art majors to continue the study of painting after completing Painting I-III. Prerequisites: ART 4123 plus instructor’s permission.

4323 Individual Studio: 2D Design

Advanced study in the student’s choice of pictorial media after completing a basic course in that specific area. Prerequisites: one course in the area and instructor’s permission.

4333 Photoshop #

In-depth, hands-on training using the image editing software package Adobe Photoshop. This course will cover all the major professional uses of Photoshop, including color manipulation and correction, compositing of multiple images, and the preparation of image files for multiple uses such as print and web design.

4403 Lithography #

Supervised hand processes, technique and design in the fine art medium of plate and stone lithography. Studies involve artistic design preparations, lithographic stone processes, press operations and editioning. Prerequisites: ART 1213, 3563.

4423 Individual Studio: Ceramics

Provides for advanced and graduate art majors to continue study in ceramics after completing the required course. Prerequisites: ART 3423 and instructor’s permission.

4443 Individual Studio: Sculpture

Independent projects to further the skill of advanced and graduate students after having completed a first course in the medium. Prerequisites: ART 2443 and instructor’s permission.

4453 Contemporary Art History #

Continuation of ART 3213 and ART 3223. From late nineteenth century to the present.

4463 Sculpture III #

Experimentation and creative design in sculpture media. Study and production of sculptural works using advanced techniques and processes. Prerequisite: ART 3443.

4513 Asian Art

Study of the major artistic traditions and achievements in one or more Asian Countries - including China, Japan, Korea, and/or India - with a focus on the art’s styles, functions, themes, and iconography within its cultural, historical, philosophical, and religious contexts.

4801 Capstone Senior Exhibition

Guided planning, preparations, and production for Capstone experiences of senior exhibition, professional portfolio and resume for the graduating art student. Prerequisites: Art or Art Education Major in Senior year

4903 Portfolio

Designed to prepare students for entrance into the art-related job market. Projects include résumé writing, organizing a traditional and digital portfolio, and designing a website of personal work. Prerequisites: ART 2013, 3333.

4913 Graphic Design Internship

A working internship with actual clients, projects and deadlines. Designed to provide the graphic design major an opportunity to work side by side with design professionals. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.