CSU GE Requirements- C1: Arts

A study of the visual arts as an expression of thought and culture.

A survey of painting, sculpture, and architecture in the western world from the Paleolithic through the Gothic period.

A survey of painting, sculpture, and architecture in the western world from Renaissance to modern times.

A survey of the art of Mesoamerica, tracing the cultural development of the Valley of Mexico and the Yucatan Peninsula from the earliest archaeological findings to the present time.

A survey of art of the 20th century including its roots in the 19th century. Topics include the investigation of appropriation from a global perspective, alternative art markets, and the impact of multiculturalism on content, subject matter, and the studio process. A variety of media are covered such as architecture, painting, sculpture, film, photography, and the digital arts.

An introduction to the visual elements and principles of design. This is a lecture/lab experience requiring specific materials.

An introduction to animation production including classical character animation and other techniques. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for MMAC 115 or FILM 115.

An introduction to the elements, principles, materials and techniques of drawing. Emphasis is placed on the practical skills of observation and their expansion, along with drawing as a form of visual communication.

Students in Art 121 will build on the fundamental technical drawing skills of Art 120 : Drawing 1, to develop more personalized approaches to drawing materials, strategies and subject matter. In addition to traditional drawing media, color media and techniques will be introduced and explored. Students will develop and visually communicate ideas using a variety of materials, formats, techniques and methodologies, through still life, figurative, landscape, narrative, abstract, expressive and imagined subjects. Projects will cover multiple historical and contemporary approaches to drawing. Creative expression, individual growth, development of personal style and content are emphasized.

This course serves as an introduction to drawing the human figure from observation. Studio assignments investigate the human body, its mass, and its movements through the modeling of form, planar analysis, cross-contour, and gesture drawing techniques. Human anatomy and proportional accuracy are emphasized, while expressive and interpretive approaches are explored by means of compositional design, a variety of drawing media, and surveying historical and contemporary roles of figure drawing in the visual arts.

This course is a continued study in drawing the human form through direct observation. Students will further refine technical life drawing skills, as well as explore more detailed investigations into human anatomy, the human figure in space, and the human figure in motion. Students will expand their approaches, techniques and media to create a portfolio of figurative drawingsthat demonstrates increased technical skills, as well as explorations of color, style and content.

An introduction to the principles, elements, and practices of painting, including the exploration of painting materials, basic techniques, paint mixing, and approaches to color and composition.

An intermediate course in painting emphasizing further development of skills and exploration of styles.

An advanced course in painting emphasizing the continued growth of technical skills and the development of a personal style.

Introduction to ceramics materials, concepts, and processes including basic design principles, creative development, various forming methods, glaze techniques, firing and ceramics terminology. The course covers aesthetics and creative development of clay objects examining historical, contemporary, and personal modes of expression across cultures.

A continuation of Ceramics 1 materials, concepts and processes, including basic design principles, creative development, various forming methods, glaze techniques, firing and ceramics terminology. This course will explore low-fire clay and glaze processes, using the potter's wheel, extruder, making and using molds, graphic design with low-fire colored glazes. Student will further their own aesthetic and creative development of clay objects by examining historical, contemporary, and personal modes of expression across cultures. Because this is a lecture/lab course, students are expected to work 4 hours/week outside of class time.

A continuation of ART 162 with individualized assignments. Because this is a lecture/lab course, students are expected to work 4 hours/week outside of class time.

Introduction to three-dimensional sculptural principles, techniques, and concepts utilizing a wide range of materials and practices. Various sculpture methods are practiced with attention to creative self-expression and historical context.

This is a lecture/lab course involving 2 hours of lecture and 4 hours of lab each week. It is an expanded exploration in sculpture techniques and materials.

This course provides a select overview of art from India, Southeast Asia, China, Korea, and Japan from pre-history to modern times. Includes examination and analysis of ceramics, calligraphy/painting, printmaking, architecture and sculpture with reference to cross-cultural influences, religion, and philosophy in those countries.

An overview of the development of dance as an art form from its historical roots to contemporary trends,examining diversity of people, cultures, and events.

Explores theatre as an artistic medium for enhancing an understanding of the diversity of the human experience and as a reflection of the development of civilization. This course focuses on the relationship of theatre to various cultures throughout history, and on the contributions of significant individual artists. This course introduces students to elements of the production process including playwriting, acting, directing, design, and criticism. Students will also survey different periods, styles, and genres of theatre through play reading, discussion, films and viewing and critiquing live theatre, including required attendance of theatre productions.

This course prepares a student to apply basic acting theory to performance and develops the skills of interpretation of drama through acting. Special attention is paid to skills for performance: doing rather than being, goal attainment (intention), memorization, stage movement vocal production, and interpretation of text. Attendance of a live performance for the purpose of evaluation is required.

The study of the history of world theatre from the Origins of Theatre through the 17th Century. The history and development of theater and drama are studied in relationship to cultural political and social conditions of the time. Plays are read for an analysis of structure, plot, character and historical relevance.

The study of the history of world theatre from the Origins of Theatre through the 17th Century. The history and development of theater and drama are studied in relationship to cultural political and social conditions of the time. Plays are read for an analysis of structure, plot, character and historical relevance.

A study of period costume, its relationship to the political and social conditions of the times, evolution from related arts, and influence on modern dress. Designed for students of fashion, theater arts, and merchandising. Course not open to students who took and received credit for FCS 144.

An introduction to a variety of international film styles, themes, and directors, as well as to the art of the documentary and experimental film. Emphasis is placed on ways films communicate through acting, photography, sound, and editing.

The development of American film through critical appraisal of major directors' works from both the sound and silent eras. The films examined are representative of their directors as artists and of major social, cultural and aesthetic movements within the film industry and country.

An historical examination of cinema from around the world as well as the personalities, cultures, and social conditions that have contributed to the art form. Comparison and contrast to the Hollywood model will result from critical screenings and class discussions.

An introduction to animation production including classical character animation and other techniques. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for Art 115 or MMAC 115.

This course is an introduction to the theories, principles and processes of Graphic Design. Students develop visual communication skills and create digital artwork for printing, publishing and manufacturing industries. Topics include graphic design history; developing strong conceptual and production skills. Students work in a digital studio environment using Apple computers, current Adobe Creative Suite software and digital printing equipment.

A study of the development of visual communication in art, graphic design, illustration and popular culture. Emphasis is on the role of graphic designers and illustrators, the impact and interpretation of graphic images, symbols, and typography used in informative and persuasive media. The course is designed for graphics majors who want to transfer and is a Humanities elective for general education requirements.

An introduction to animation production including classical character animation and other techniques. This course is not open to students who are enrolled in or have received credit for Art 115 or FILM 115.

A general survey course tracing the roots and special idiosyncrasies of the American popular music tradition from medieval Europe and Africa to the commercial and non-commercial world of today.

A study of the music of many cultures around the world. Includes an overview of the cultures and social situations that gave rise to these varied musical forms of expression.

This course is a historical survey of the evolving nature of photography from the 1800’s to the present. This course examines the role and function of photography and its cultural history, including its relationship to the fine arts, sciences, social sciences, fashion, and mass media. Emphasizes the aesthetic and historical influences on photography, as well as the medium of photography’s effects upon society and culture and as a form of visual communication.

Designed to introduce the student to the fundamentals of photography as a means of personal expression or as a tool for professional growth. Introduces the student to the history of photography, photographic theory, and cultural influences. Emphasizes the adjustable camera for effective visual communication and personal expression. Included will be units on cameras, lighting, exposure, print development, aesthetics, composition, content, and critical evaluation of student work. It includes basic instruction of image editing software for manipulating imagery. Any type of lens-based, image-making device including digital SLR's, 35mm film cameras, smart phones, digital point-and-shoot cameras can be used. Manual digital camera suggested. School cameras are available for checkout. Appropriate for students without prior photographic experience.