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  • 3.00 Credits

    Investigates constructed and assembled form as an essential means of sculptural expression. Emphasizes wood construction, assembled metals and mixed media. Utilizes general carpentry techniques, a variety of welding methods (oxyacetylene, arc, M.I.G. and T.I.G.) and other means of assembling materials. Includes investigation of concepts in assemblage and exposure to classic and contemporary forms of assembled sculpture. Prerequisites: ART 2310 and 2000. (Offered spring semester)
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course addresses specific areas of contemporary sculptural practices such as: Installation, Video/sound manipulation, kinetic sculpture, and figure modeling. Assigned projects will engage the students in production of artwork related to the topic. Extensive sketchbook work, artist research, and critique participation is expected. Prerequisites: ART 2000 and ART 2310.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces intermediate approaches to fabricating small scale, non-ferrous metals including etching, raised forms and silver casting. Historical and innovative contemporary applications - sculptural and body ornamentation-based - is fostered. Individual studio projects along with critical discussion and presentations address aesthetic, conceptual, and technical aspects of metalsmithing. Prerequisite: ART 2350.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Studies development of ceramic form involving work in hand building and wheel techniques. Introduces surface treatment and glaze testing. Emphasizes design and conceptual development. Includes historical research. First semester of a one-year sequence. Prerequisite: completion of Foundation Core, ART 2000, ART 2410, ART 2420 and consent of instructor based on portfolio review.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Studies development of ceramic form involving work in hand building and wheel techniques. Introduction to surface treatment and glaze testing. Emphasizes design and conceptual development. Includes historical research. Second semester of a one-year sequence. Prerequisite: completion of Foundation Core, ART 2000, ART 2410, ART 2420, and consent of instructor based on portfolio review.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students investigate ways to translate art making practices and media into K-12 arts curricula and develop effective approaches to teaching these to the K-12 learner. Students create and teach lesson plans based on what they learn through their explorations; they also create their own artwork inspired by their studio investigations. Restricted to junior class standing. Prerequisite: ART 2000.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students explore the foundational elements involved in the history and philosophies of Art Education and the key issues that shape contemporary approaches to teaching in the field. These investigations are undertaken to support students' developing teaching philosophies and inform the connections between their teaching and creative practices. Restricted to junior class standing. Prerequisite: ART 2000.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduces students to the history of the book as an object and the traditional crafts associated with book construction through the exploration of the book as a vehicle for artistic expression. A basic knowledge of technical processes pertaining to book construction, a general familiarity with the history of the book and a conceptual exploration of image making will be gained through demonstrations, hands-on studio work, slide lectures, visits to the museum and archives and through assigned readings. Prerequisite: completion of WB or junior standing.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Investigates and experiments with processes and properties of print media, including intaglio, lithography and relief. Explores ideas and works of traditional and contemporary printmaking. Prerequisite: ART 1050 and 1110 and 1130 or concurrent registration in ART 1130.
  • 1.00 - 3.00 Credits

    Practicums are integral to an art education student's development as a teacher. They offer opportunities for immersion and hands-on teaching experiences in art classrooms guided by experienced teachers in the field and the UW faculty. Students develop skills and teaching strategies that complement classroom learning and strengthen their teaching practices. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Prerequisites: ART 3430 and ART 3490.