Emory Visual Arts Program

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Spring 2008 Course Offerings

All 100-level classes with a maximum of 12 students will enroll as follows:
3 seniors / 3 juniors / 3 sophomores / 3 freshmen.

ARTHIST 104: Drawing I

Mitchell ---------------- W 6:00 – 9:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 12
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 118

Content: Introduction to media, techniques, theory, and practice. This course explores and develops skills in representational drawing as a foundation for all disciplines, and as an art form in itself. Students will draw from a variety of subjects including the figure.

Particulars: No prerequisite, suitable for beginners or intermediate students. Helpful to students wanting to put together a portfolio. There will be class and sketchbook assignments. Evaluation will be based on class participation and attendance, growth of understanding, execution of assignments, completion of a sketchbook and a final portfolio. The three-hour class sessions will be complemented by outside assignments and individual consultation for the four credit hours in this course. Approximately $55.00-$75.00 for cost of materials. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 105: Drawing & Painting I

Kjelgaard ------------ W 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM --------------- MAX: 12
Mitchell ---------------- Th 1:00 – 4:00 PM ------------------ MAX: 12
Moore ---------------- Th 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM -------------- MAX: 12

Location: Visual Arts Building Room 118

Content: Introduction to media, techniques, theory, and practice of drawing and painting. Students will develop skills through experimentation with a variety of techniques, and materials. Emphasis is placed on development of visual and aesthetic awareness.

Particulars: No pre-requisite; suitable for beginners or intermediate students. There will be class and sketchbook assignments. Evaluation will be based on class participation and attendance, growth of understanding, execution of assignments, completion of a sketchbook and a final portfolio. The three-hour class session will be complemented by outside assignments and individual consultation for the four credit hours in this course. Materials expense approximately $100. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 106: Photography I

West ------------- M 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM ------------- MAX: 12
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 106

Content: Introduction to media, techniques, theory, and practice. This course stresses both technical and aesthetic issues in photography. Students will learn to operate a camera, expose and develop film, make prints, and present their work. Visual awareness and sensitivity to communication through the photographic image is paramount.

Particulars: In lieu of final, student will prepare and present a portfolio of twenty images representing the best of all assignments. Grading for course is on participation, growth of understanding, mastery of technique and craft. Student must have a 35mm camera with adjustable lens and shutter and 50mm lens preferred. A point and shoot or digital camera is not acceptable for this course. Lab fee of $45 covers costs of chemicals for the term. Student must purchase film and paper and miscellaneous supplies. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 108: Ceramics I

Kempler ---------------- Tu 1:00 – 4:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 12
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 113

Content: Introduction to media, techniques, theory, and practice of ceramic sculpture. This class explores ceramics as a medium of creative expression. Basic methods of hand building, glazing, and firing are taught. Creation of work of a personal and exploratory nature is emphasized.

Particulars: No prerequisite. Grades will be based on weekly projects and on a substantial final project using various techniques. A minimum of four hours of studio work in addition to class time also required. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 109: Sculpture I

Moore ---------------- W 6:00 – 9:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 12
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 117

Content: Introduction to media, techniques, theory, and practice. Various approaches to 3-D design are explored with particular sensitivity to sculptural concerns within the broader framework of contemporary art.

Particulars: No pre-requisite. Evaluation will be based on the development of each student through completion of projects and independent research. The three-hour class session will be complemented by outside assignments and individual consultation for the four credit hours in this course. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 205R: Drawing and Painting II

Mitchell ---------------- Th 6:00 – 9:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 12
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 118

Content: Students with intermediate experience in drawing and painting will further develop and build on their skills. Emphasis will be placed on broadening the students’ acquaintance with visual elements and materials, modern and historical practices, and personal development. Independent projects will supplement in-class work.

Particulars: Prerequisite: ARTHIST 104 or ARTHIST 105 or permission from Instructor. Students with AP credit or prior experience must acquire the permission of the instructor to enroll. Grades will be based on class involvement, growth of understanding, execution of assignments and final portfolio. The three hour class session will be complemented by outside assignments and individual consultation for the four credit hours in this course. Cost of materials may vary depending upon the individual projects (approximately $100). Lab fee.

ARTHIST 206R: Photography II

Marshall-Linnemeier ---------------- Tu 6:00 – 9:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 6
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 106

Content: Further training in camera techniques, film, exposure and development, print developers and toners, and presentation. Students will concentrate on aesthetic as well as technical issues related to photography.

Particulars: Prerequisite: ARTHIST 106. Class requires outside assignments and visits to galleries, museums and lectures outside of class time. Note: High school photography will not substitute for ARTHIST 106. Students must provide film, photo paper, mounting materials, and miscellaneous supplies. Supplies need not be purchased at once, but must be purchased. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 208R: Ceramics II

Kempler---------------- Tu 4:00 - 7:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 6
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 113

Content: This course is designed for students with previous hands-building experience. Emphasis will be placed on exploring creative expression in clay, paying attention to the details of form and surface quality.

Particulars: Prerequisite: ARTHIST 108 or the equivalent. Grades will be based on weekly projects and on a substantial final project using various techniques. A minimum of five hours of studio work in addition to class time also required. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 209R: Sculpture II

Armstrong ---------------- W 1:00 – 4:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 6
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 117

Content: This course springs from a contemporary definition of sculpture: Sculpture as idea manifested in matter. This implies that sculpture is involved with materials and the process of "making". At the same time the evolutionary process of sculpture involves the continual reexamination of the definition of sculpture. The focus of this course is the experimentation with the ideas and media of sculpture. Emphasis will be on the exploration of contemporary issues in relationship to individual aesthetic choices.

Particulars: Prerequisite: ARTHIST 109. Students with AP credit or prior experience must acquire the permission of the instructor to enroll. Students will develop project proposals to submit for instructor's approval. Grades will be based on the successful completion of projects via criteria agreed to by both instructor and student. Independent projects will be supplemented by presentations and field trips when possible. The three-hour class session will be complemented by outside assignments and individual consultation for the four credit hours in this course. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 210: Contemporary Art Issues Workshop

Armstrong ---------------- Tu 1:00 – 4:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 12
Location: Visual Arts Building Media Room 145

Content: An exploration of the relationship between contemporary art issues, artist materials and methods.

Text: Weintraub, Linda. Art on the Edge and Over.

Particulars: Fulfills requirements for studio minor. Students will be asked to approach the course from the vantage point of working artists. Course work will include making artworks, assigned reading and critical writing. Visiting artists and field trips to artist's studios, galleries and museums will augment presentations by the instructor. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 305R: Drawing and Painting III

Kjelgaard ---------------- W 1:00 – 4:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 12
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 118

Content: This course builds on the information students have acquired at the 105 and 205 levels. In this course, students truly begin to develop their own expression and creative body of work. In additionthey continue to develop their skills and conceptual/aesthetic awareness. Students are expected to be highly motivated and capable of developing creative projects with advice from the instructor. Students are expected to devote a significant amount of time to their work beyond that required in class.

Particulars: Prerequisite: ARTHIST 105, ARTHIST 205R or equivalent. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 306R: Advanced Photography

Marshall-Linnemeier ---------------- Tu 6:00 – 9:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 6
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 106

Particulars: Prerequisite: ARTHIST 106, ARTHIST 206. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 308R: Ceramics III

Kempler---------------- Tu 4:00 - 7:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 6
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 113

Content: This course will provide an opportunity for those familiar with clay handbuilding techniques to further their individual ideas. It will focus on each student building their own personal artistic vocabulary. The process of this discovery will involve journaling, sketching and exercises in clay as well as slide lectures and group and individual discussions. Prior ceramic experience is required.

Particulars: Prerequisite: ARTHIST 108, ARTHIST 208R or equivalent. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 309R: Sculpture III

Armstrong ---------------- W 1:00 – 4:00 PM ---------------- MAX: 6
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 117

Particulars: Prerequisite: ARTHIST 109 and ARTHIST 209. Students with AP credit or prior experience must acquire the permission of the instructor to enroll. Students will develop project proposals to submit for instructor's approval. Grades will be based on the successful completion of projects via criteria agreed to by both instructor and student. Independent projects will be supplemented by presentations and field trips when possible. The three-hour class session will be complemented by outside assignments and individual consultation for the four credit hours in this course. Lab fee.

ARTHIST 394 (Film Studies 385): Documentary Film

Brown -Tu 6:30 – 9:30 PM -MAX: 12
(6 Visual Arts / 6 Film Studies)
Film Screenings: M 8:30 – 10:30 PM
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 105

Content: Class will consist of 3 hours of lecture/workshop and one film screening per week. Students will be expected to learn basic DV camera operation, interview techniques, basic lighting for documentary filmmaking, basic sound recording techniques, and basic editing on a non-linear Final Cut Pro editing system.

Particulars: This will be a hands-on course with weekly assignments that will be graded using the critique method. Students will present and defend work in front of the class. Digital production equipment will be provided. The class will meet in the video studio in the Visual Arts Building. In addition to weekly skill building assignments, students will be responsible for completing a 10-minute documentary by the end of the semester. Lab fee. NO PREREQUISITES

ARTHIST 398R: Directed Study

Contact Visual Arts (727-6315 or hchuan2@emory.edu) for more information.

ARTHIST 490: Senior Seminar

Kjelgaard ----- Tu 4:00 – 7:00 PM ----- MAX: 12
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 118

Content: Students will develop and implement a final project in their area of choice for display in the Emory Visual Arts Gallery at the end of the semester.

Particulars: This course is required for graduating seniors with a Joint Major in Art History and Visual Arts. Lab fee.

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Spring 2008 Course Offerings

ARTHIST 106: Photography I

ARTHIST 208R: Ceramics II

Brown -Tu 6:30 – 9:30 PM -MAX: 12 (6 Visual Arts / 6 Film Studies) Film Screenings: M 8:30 – 10:30 PM Location: Visual Arts Building Room 105

Brown -Tu 6:30 – 9:30 PM -MAX: 12
(6 Visual Arts / 6 Film Studies)
Film Screenings: M 8:30 – 10:30 PM
Location: Visual Arts Building Room 105