Art
Overview
CRC's art curriculum offers introductory and intermediate level courses in painting, figure drawing, digital art, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking and design, as well as courses in art appreciation and art history. Through the program's art theory and art practice classes, students develop an awareness and understanding of the materials, tools, rationale and significance of art in society. The art curriculum's critical thinking and technical skills components encourage students to utilize independent thought processes and problem solving.
Program Maps
A.A./A.S. Degrees
- Art - Art History A.A. Degree - Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum, Univ. of Cal or Cal Stat Univ. Map
- Art - Art History A.A. Degree Map
- Art - Design A.A. Degree Map
- Art - Studio Art A.A. Degree Map
- Art-Photo A.A. Degree Map
AA-T/AS-T Transfer Degrees
- Art History AA-T Degree - California State University GE Breadth Map
- Studio Arts AA-T Degree - California State University GE Breadth Map
- Studio Arts AA-T Degree - Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum, Univ. of Cal or Cal State Univ. Map
Certificates
- Dean Brian Rickel
- Department Chair Robin Johnson
- Career and Academic Community Arts, Media and Entertainment
- Phone (916) 691-7171
- Email robin.johnson@crc.losrios.edu
Associate Degrees for Transfer
A.A.-T. in Art History
The Associate in Arts in Art History for Transfer Degree (AA-T) is designed to provide a seamless transfer pathway for students interested in pursuing at least one Art History degree option in the California State University (CSU) system. The degree is comprised of lower division coursework typically required by CSU institutions. Students must complete a total of 60 transferable semester units with a minimum 2.0 GPA, to include either the California State University General Education Breadth pattern or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum; students must also earn a grade of C or better in all the courses for the major as described in the Required Program. Upon successful completion of the degree requirements, students will be guaranteed admission to the CSU system with junior status and will not have to repeat lower division coursework. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to develop their educational plans as degree options and general education requirements vary for each university.
Catalog Date: January 1, 2025
Degree Requirements
Course Code | Course Title | Units |
---|---|---|
ARTH 303 | Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century | 3 |
ARTH 309 | Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century | 3 |
ARTH 311 | Art Survey: Modern Art | 3 |
ART 300 | Drawing and Composition I | 3 |
A minimum of 3 units from the following: | 3 | |
ARTH 328 | Survey of African Art (3) | |
or ARTH 332 | Asian Art (3) | |
or ARTH 333 | Introduction to Islamic Art (3) | |
A minimum of 3 units from the following: | 3 | |
ART 320 | Design: Fundamentals (3) | |
or ART 304 | Figure Drawing I (3) | |
or ART 372 | Sculpture (3) | |
or ART 361 | Printmaking: Survey (3) | |
A minimum of 3 units from the following: | 3 | |
Choose a minimum of three units from below that was not chosen above. | ||
ARTH 312 | Women in Art (3) | |
or ARTH 328 | Survey of African Art (3) | |
or ARTH 332 | Asian Art (3) | |
or ARTH 333 | Introduction to Islamic Art (3) | |
or ART 320 | Design: Fundamentals (3) | |
or ART 304 | Figure Drawing I (3) | |
or ART 301 | Digital Drawing and Composition (3) | |
or ART 372 | Sculpture (3) | |
or ART 361 | Printmaking: Survey (3) | |
or ART 327 | Painting I (3) | |
Total Units: | 21 |
The Associate in Arts in Art History for Transfer (AA-T) degree may be obtained by completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0, including (a) a minimum grade of "C" (or "P") for each course in the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program, and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- assess and evaluate the contributions of artists throughout history and analyze art and architecture within the context of their functions and meanings (SLO #1).
- discuss works of art publicly (SLO #2).
- identify and evaluate works of art or architecture according to their appropriate style, region, and time frame (SLO #3).
- research and assess theoretical information concerning the meanings and purposes of art and architecture, use scholarly sources, and express thoughts clearly in writing (SLO #4).
- develop an appreciation for the arts, cultural practices, and history of people of the past and demonstrate how art and architecture is a reflection of that history (SLO #5).
Career Information
The AA-T in Art History can provide students with the foundational knowledge necessary for transfer to a 4-year Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree program. Career opportunities for students who have earned BA degrees in Art History include but are not limited to: registrars, preparators, and curatorial staff in art museums and galleries; art critics in mass media publications, such as newspapers and magazines. An advanced degree allows an art historian a wider range of possible career applications, including museums directorships, curators, instructors, preservationists, researchers, and auction house personnel. Some careers may require additional training. NOTE TO TRANSFER STUDENTS: The Associate in Arts in Art History for Transfer program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a campus of the California State University (CSU). Other than the required core, the courses you choose to complete this degree will depend to some extent on the selected CSU for transfer. In addition, some CSU-GE Breadth or IGETC requirements can also be completed using courses required for this associate degree for transfer major (known as “double-counting”). Meeting with a counselor to determine the most appropriate course choices will facilitate efficient completion of your transfer requirements. For students wishing to transfer to other universities (UC System, private, or out-of-state), the Associate Degree for Transfer may not provide adequate preparation for upper-division transfer admissions; it is critical that you meet with a CRC counselor to select and plan the courses for the major, as programs vary widely in terms of the required preparation.
A.A.-T. in Studio Arts
Completion of this degree provides a foundation in studio art methods. Program offerings include coursework in art history, 2-D, and 3-D studio practices. The Associate in Arts in Studio Art for Transfer Degree (AA-T) is designed to provide a seamless transfer pathway for students interested in pursuing at least one art studio degree option in the California State University (CSU) system. The degree is comprised of lower division coursework typically required by CSU institutions. Students must complete a total of 60 transferable semester units with a minimum 2.0 GPA, to include either the California State University General Education Breadth pattern or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum; students must also earn a grade of C or better in all the courses for the major as described in the Required Program. Upon successful completion of the degree requirements, students will be guaranteed admission to the CSU system with junior status and will not have to repeat lower division coursework. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to develop their educational plans as degree options and general education requirements vary for each university.
Catalog Date: January 1, 2025
Degree Requirements
Course Code | Course Title | Units |
---|---|---|
ART 300 | Drawing and Composition I | 3 |
ART 320 | Design: Fundamentals | 3 |
ART 370 | Three Dimensional Design | 3 |
ARTH 309 | Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century | 3 |
Art History Elective: | ||
A minimum of 3 units from the following: | 3 | |
ARTH 303 | Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century (3) | |
ARTH 332 | Asian Art (3) | |
ARTH 311 | Art Survey: Modern Art (3) | |
Studio Art Electives: | ||
A minimum of 9 units from the following: | 9 | |
Select three courses, each from a different category listed below. | ||
Drawing | ||
ART 302 | Drawing and Composition II (3) | |
ART 304 | Figure Drawing I (3) | |
Color Theory | ||
ART 323 | Design: Color Theory (3) | |
Painting | ||
ART 327 | Painting I (3) | |
ART 336 | Watercolor Painting (3) | |
Printmaking | ||
ART 361 | Printmaking: Survey (3) | |
Sculpture | ||
ART 372 | Sculpture (3) | |
Ceramics | ||
ART 402 | Beginning Clay Sculpture (3) | |
Photography | ||
PHOTO 301 | Beginning Photography (3) | |
Total Units: | 24 |
The Associate in Arts in Studio Arts for Transfer (AA-T) degree may be obtained by completion of 60 transferable, semester units with a minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 2.0, including (a) a minimum grade of "C" (or "P") for each course in the major or area of emphasis described in the Required Program, and (b) either the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education-Breadth Requirements.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- differentiate major historical movements and developments in the visual arts. PSLO #1
- compose or design works of art that utilize a combination of technique, materials, visual ideas, and experiences. PSLO #2
- construct and document an initial portfolio of artworks for professional presentation. PSLO #3
- critique artworks using correct terminology related to concepts, materials, and techniques. PSLO #4
- evaluate form, image, and artistic creation of visual artworks from different traditions, cultures, and civilizations. PSLO #5
Career Information
Individuals with baccalaureate degrees in art may be placed in the K-12 educational field as well as in museums and galleries as registrars, preparators, and curatorial staff. Individuals may also work as fine artists, graphic artists or designers, illustrators, digital artists, and other commercial work such as freelance photographers. Advanced degrees in art may lead to careers as educators at the college or university level, art directors, art editors, curators, conservators, and restorers for museums and galleries. Many careers may require training beyond the baccalaureate level. NOTE TO TRANSFER STUDENTS: The Associate Degree for Transfer program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a campus of the California State University (CSU). Other than the required core, the courses you choose to complete this degree will depend to some extent on the selected CSU for transfer. In addition, some CSU-GE Breadth or IGETC requirements can also be completed using courses required for this associate degree for transfer major (known as “double-counting”). Meeting with a counselor to determine the most appropriate course choices will facilitate efficient completion of your transfer requirements. For students wishing to transfer to other universities (UC System, private, or out-of-state), the Associate Degree for Transfer may not provide adequate preparation for upper-division transfer admissions; it is critical that you meet with a CRC counselor to select and plan the courses for the major, as programs vary widely in terms of the required preparation.
Associate Degrees
A.A. in Art - Art History
CRC's art curriculum offers introductory and intermediate level courses in painting, watercolor, computer art, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking and design, as well as courses in art appreciation and art history. Through the program's art theory and art practice classes, students develop an awareness and understanding of the materials, tools, rationale and significance of art in society. The art curriculum's critical thinking and technical skills components encourage students to utilize independent thought processes and problem solving. This program provides transfer and employment opportunities as well as personal enrichment for students.
The art faculty is composed of professional artists with diverse specializations encompassing the spectrum of the classes offered.
HIGHLIGHTS
*Art faculty who have exhibited regionally, nationally and internationally
*Opportunities to explore artistic pursuits in two- and three-dimensional media using a wide variety of materials and techniques
*Regularly scheduled trips to major museums
*Guest lectures and demonstrations
*New state-of-the-art facility
NOTE TO TRANSFER STUDENTS: If you are interested in transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in this major, it is critical that you meet with a CRC counselor to select and plan the courses for your major. Schools vary widely in terms of the required preparation. The courses that CRC requires for an Associate’s degree in this major may be different from the requirements needed for the Bachelor’s degree.
Catalog Date: January 1, 2025
Degree Requirements
Course Code | Course Title | Units |
---|---|---|
ARTH 303 | Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century | 3 |
ARTH 309 | Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century | 3 |
ARTH 311 | Art Survey: Modern Art | 3 |
Plus three (3) courses selected from: | ||
A minimum of 9 units from the following: | 9 | |
ARTH 312 | Women in Art (3) | |
ARTH 332 | Asian Art (3) | |
ARCH 310 | History of Architecture (3) | |
HUM 300 | Classical Humanities (3) | |
HUM 310 | Modern Humanities (3) | |
HUM 320 | Asian Humanities (3) | |
HUM 332 | American Humanities (3) | |
Plus one (1) studio course selected from: | ||
A minimum of 3 units from the following: | 3 | |
ART 300 | Drawing and Composition I (3) | |
ART 304 | Figure Drawing I (3) | |
ART 320 | Design: Fundamentals (3) | |
ART 327 | Painting I (3) | |
ART 336 | Watercolor Painting (3) | |
ARCH 320 | Architectural Design and Communication I (3.5) | |
Special Projects - select either ART 494 or ART 499: | ||
A minimum of 2 units from the following: | 2 | |
ART 494 | Topics in Art (0.5 - 4) | |
or ART 499 | Experimental Offering in Art (0.5 - 4) | |
Total Units: | 23 |
The Art - Art History Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus the local CRC General Education Requirement, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See CRC graduation requirements.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate an appreciation of artistic endeavors, cultural expressions, ideas and/or institutions through non-empirical, analytic, interpretive studies and critical thinking projects (SLO #1).
- manage the ability to discuss works of art publicly (SLO #2).
- structure an historical, geographical and chronological context of art (SLO #3).
- express clearly personal analyses and interpretations of arts, ideas, techniques, skills, and/or institutions, and will properly use the vocabulary appropriate to the field (SLO #4).
- choose and apply a variety of scholarly sources for research and express thoughts clearly in writing (SLO #5).
- develop an appreciation for the arts and cultural practices of people of the past (SLO #6).
Career Information
Painter; Sculptor; Ceramist; Art Instructor; Illustrator; Printmaker; Computer Publishing Specialist; Graphic Designer; Gallery Director; Graphic Artist; Computer Artist Some career options may require more than two years of college study.
A.A. in Art - Design
CRC's art curriculum offers introductory and intermediate level courses in painting, watercolor, digital art, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking and design, as well as courses in art appreciation and art history. Through the program's art theory and art practice classes, students develop an awareness and understanding of the materials, tools, rationale and significance of art in society. The art curriculum's critical thinking and technical skills components encourage students to utilize independent thought processes and problem solving. This program provides transfer and employment opportunities as well as personal development for students. With a choice of acquiring an A.A. degree in one of three areas related to art the student can tailor the program to their interests. The A.A. degree in Art-History allows the student to focus on the history, theory and research of art products, architecture and artifacts. The A.A. degree in Art-Studio Art is designed for the student wanting to develop their individual technical skill, conceptual abilities and creative processes emphasizing 2-D or 3-D art forms. The A.A. degree in Art-Design allows the student to focus on the application of art technical skills and the creative process as it relates to the applied arts, e.g. graphic design, product design, architecture, web design, interior design, etc.
The art faculty is composed of professional artists with diverse specializations encompassing the spectrum of the classes offered.
HIGHLIGHTS
*Art faculty who have exhibited regionally, nationally and internationally
*Opportunities to explore artistic pursuits in two- and three-dimensional media using a wide variety of materials and techniques
*Regularly scheduled trips to major museums
*Guest lectures and demonstrations
*New state-of-the-art facility
NOTE TO TRANSFER STUDENTS: If you are interested in transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in this major, it is critical that you meet with a CRC counselor to select and plan the courses for your major. Schools vary widely in terms of the required preparation. The courses that CRC requires for an Associate’s degree in this major may be different from the requirements needed for the Bachelor’s degree.
Catalog Date: January 1, 2025
Degree Requirements
Course Code | Course Title | Units |
---|---|---|
ART 300 | Drawing and Composition I | 3 |
ART 304 | Figure Drawing I | 3 |
ART 320 | Design: Fundamentals | 3 |
ART 323 | Design: Color Theory | 3 |
ART 370 | Three Dimensional Design | 3 |
Restricted Electives: | ||
A minimum of 6 units from the following: | 6 | |
ART 325 | Introduction to Graphic Design (3) | |
ARTNM 324 | Digital Design (3) | |
ART 301 | Digital Drawing and Composition (3) | |
or ART 338 | Introduction to Digital Painting I (3) | |
Art History Electives: | ||
A minimum of 3 units from the following: | 3 | |
ARTH 303 | Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century (3) | |
ARTH 309 | Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century (3) | |
ARTH 311 | Art Survey: Modern Art (3) | |
ARTH 312 | Women in Art (3) | |
ARTH 332 | Asian Art (3) | |
Total Units: | 24 |
The Art - Design Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus the local CRC General Education Requirement, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See CRC graduation requirements.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate physical skills/dexterity within a discipline. SLO #1
- manage the ability to discuss works of art publicly. SLO #2
- structure an historical, geographical and chronological context of art. SLO #3
- investigate self-analysis and external analysis techniques through the activity of "critique". SLO #4
- formulate a conceptual framework for the future by applying analytical skills. SLO #5
- choose and apply a variety of informational resources for research. SLO #6
Career Information
Painter; Sculptor; Ceramist; Art Instructor; Illustrator; Printmaker; Digital Publishing Specialist; Graphic Designer; Gallery Director; Curator; Graphic Artist; Digital Artist Some career options may require more than two years of college study.
A.A. in Art - Studio Art
CRC's art curriculum offers introductory and intermediate level courses in painting, watercolor, digital art, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking and design, as well as courses in art appreciation and art history. Through the program's art theory and art practice classes, students develop an awareness and understanding of the materials, tools, rationale and significance of art in society. The art curriculum's critical thinking and technical skills components encourage students to utilize independent thought processes and problem solving. This program provides transfer and employment opportunities as well as personal development for students. With a choice of acquiring an A.A. degree in one of three areas related to art the student can tailor the program to their interests. The A.A. degree in Art-History allows the student to focus on the history, theory and research of art products, architecture and artifacts. The A.A. degree in Art-Studio Art is designed for the student wanting to develop their individual skill, conceptual and creative processes emphasizing 2-D or 3-D art forms. The A.A. degree in Art-Design allows the student to focus on the application of art skills and the creative process as it relates to the applied arts, e.g. graphic design, product design, architecture, web design, interior design, etc.
The art faculty is composed of professional artists with diverse specializations encompassing the spectrum of the classes offered.
HIGHLIGHTS
*Art faculty who have exhibited regionally, nationally and internationally
*Opportunities to explore artistic pursuits in two- and three-dimensional media using a wide variety of materials and techniques
*Regularly scheduled trips to major museums
*Guest lectures and demonstrations
*New state-of-the-art facility
NOTE TO TRANSFER STUDENTS: If you are interested in transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in this major, it is critical that you meet with a CRC counselor to select and plan the courses for your major. Schools vary widely in terms of the required preparation. The courses that CRC requires for an Associate’s degree in this major may be different from the requirements needed for the Bachelor’s degree.
Catalog Date: January 1, 2025
Degree Requirements
Course Code | Course Title | Units |
---|---|---|
ART 300 | Drawing and Composition I | 3 |
ART 304 | Figure Drawing I | 3 |
ART 320 | Design: Fundamentals | 3 |
ART 370 | Three Dimensional Design | 3 |
Take two (2) Art History courses selected from: | ||
A minimum of 6 units from the following: | 6 | |
ARTH 303 | Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century (3) | |
ARTH 309 | Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century (3) | |
ARTH 311 | Art Survey: Modern Art (3) | |
ARTH 312 | Women in Art (3) | |
ARTH 328 | Survey of African Art (3) | |
ARTH 332 | Asian Art (3) | |
ARTH 333 | Introduction to Islamic Art (3) | |
Plus four (4) courses from chosen emphasis of 2-D or 3-D art forms: | ||
A minimum of 12 units from the following: | 12 | |
ART 301 | Digital Drawing and Composition (3) | |
ART 302 | Drawing and Composition II (3) | |
ART 305 | Figure Drawing II (3) | |
ART 312 | Portrait Drawing (3) | |
ART 324 | Collage and Assemblage (3) | |
ART 327 | Painting I (3) | |
ART 328 | Painting II (3) | |
ART 330 | Mural Painting (3) | |
ART 336 | Watercolor Painting (3) | |
ART 337 | Intermediate Watercolor Painting (3) | |
ART 361 | Printmaking: Survey (3) | |
ART 362 | Printmaking: Intaglio (3) | |
ART 364 | Printmaking: Relief (3) | |
ART 372 | Sculpture (3) | |
ART 402 | Beginning Clay Sculpture (3) | |
ART 404 | Intermediate Clay Sculpture (3) | |
ART 338 | Introduction to Digital Painting I (3) | |
ARTNM 324 | Digital Design (3) | |
ARTNM 420 | 3D Modeling and Texturing I - Introduction (3) | |
ART 443 | Art Gallery Operations (3) | |
Total Units: | 30 |
The Art - Studio Art Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus the local CRC General Education Requirement, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See CRC graduation requirements.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate physical skills/dexterity within a discipline. SLO #1
- manage the ability to discuss works of art publicly. SLO #2
- structure an historical, geographical and chronological context of art. SLO #3
- investigate self-analysis and external analysis techniques through the activity of "critique". SLO #4
- formulate a conceptual framework for the future by applying analytical skills. SLO #5
- choose and apply a variety of informational resources for research. SLO #6
Career Information
Painter; Sculptor; Ceramist; Art Instructor; Illustrator; Printmaker; Digital Publishing Specialist; Graphic Designer; Gallery Director; Curator; Graphic Artist; Digital Artist Some career options may require more than two years of college study.
A.A. in Art-Photo
The art-photography program is designed to teach students fine art photography with an emphasis in black and white film based processes. Critical analysis, history and current theories in photography are also requirements.
Students planning to prepare for a four-year degree in Photography should consult the lower division requirements of the university to which they plan to transfer.
Catalog Date: January 1, 2025
Degree Requirements
Course Code | Course Title | Units |
---|---|---|
ART 300 | Drawing and Composition I | 3 |
PHOTO 301 | Beginning Photography (3) | 3 |
PHOTO 420 | History of Photography (3) | 3 |
PHOTO 310 | Intermediate Photography (3) | 3 |
ARTH 300 | Art Appreciation (3) | 3 |
ART 304 | Figure Drawing I (3) | 3 |
or ART 361 | Printmaking: Survey (3) | |
PHOTO 320 | Color Photography (3) | 3 |
PHOTO 360 | Large Format Photography (3) | 3 |
PHOTO 365 | Alternative Process Photography (3) | 3 |
or PHOTO 364 | Advanced Black and White Photography (3) | |
Total Units: | 27 |
The Art-Photo Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus the local CRC General Education Requirement, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See CRC graduation requirements.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- SLO #1 Produce a portfolio that conveys creative self expression.
- SLO #2 Work with silver based and alternative processes in black and white photography.
- SLO #3 Use a variety of film based cameras, including medium and large format.
- SLO #4 Describe the history of photography.
- SLO #5 Recount current trends in photographic theories and aesthetics.
Career Information
Fine art photographer, gallery worker, museum worker, curator or general photographer. Some career options may require more than two years of college study. Classes beyond the associate degree may be required to fulfill some career options or for preparation for transfer to a university program.
Certificate of Achievement
Fine Art Photography Certificate
The fine art photography program is designed for students who want to enter a career path in fine art photography. Students will use a variety of cameras and formats to produce images in both color and black and white. Personal expression and creativity, history and contemporary issues in photography and visual communication will also be emphasized.
Catalog Date: January 1, 2025
Certificate Requirements
Course Code | Course Title | Units |
---|---|---|
PHOTO 301 | Beginning Photography (3) | 3 |
PHOTO 310 | Intermediate Photography (3) | 3 |
or PHOTO 364 | Advanced Black and White Photography (3) | |
PHOTO 320 | Color Photography | 3 |
PHOTO 360 | Large Format Photography (3) | 3 |
PHOTO 365 | Alternative Process Photography (3) | 3 |
or PHOTO 366 | Advanced Alternative Process Photography (3) | |
PHOTO 400 | Digital Imaging (3) | 3 |
PHOTO 420 | History of Photography (3) | 3 |
A minimum of 3 units from the following: | 3 | |
PHOTO 260 | The Eastern Sierra Landscape, Yosemite Valley (2) | |
PHOTO 272 | Lightroom (1.5) | |
PHOTO 273 | Video Capture with DSLRs (1.5) | |
PHOTO 275 | Digital Applications for Alternative Processes (1.5) | |
PHOTO 277 | Creating a Digital Portfolio (1.5) | |
PHOTO 350 | Photojournalism (3) | |
PHOTO 278 | Flash Photography (1.5) | |
Total Units: | 24 |
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- PSLO #1 communicate visual ideas in a variety of formats
- PSLO #2 describe important historical and contemporary movements in photography
- PSLO #3 produce a portfolio of images emphasizing personal creativity and self expression
Career Information
freelance photographer, editorial photographer, photojournalist, gallery apprentice, museum apprentice, teacher
Art (ART) Courses
ART 300 Drawing and Composition I
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Drawing Fundamentals
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1
- C-ID:C-ID ARTS 110
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course covers the fundamentals of drawing emphasizing the use of line, shape, value, perspective, space, and composition. It introduces and uses various drawing media and techniques for drawing. This is a foundation requirement for all art students. Field trips may be required which might be subject to an entrance fee.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- SLO 1 DEVELOP A PROCESS OF WORKING WITH MONOCHROMATIC DRY MEDIA MATERIALS AND DRAWING TOOLS.
- Apply proper tool techniques for items such as compressed charcoals, graphite, charcoal pencils, blending stumps, chamois’, erasers, papers etc.
- Demonstrate mastery in sharpening techniques for both compressed media and pencil media.
- SLO 2 IDENTIFY AND APPLY A WIDE RANGE OF ACHROMATIC VALUES WHEN DRAWING VARYING STILL-LIFE FORMS OF INCREASING DIFFICULTY FROM DIRECT OBSERVATION.
- Create a multi-step grayscale including a range of greys, and black and white values.
- Distinguish the difference between relative and absolute values.
- Understand how black and white value accents function in a fully rendered drawing.
- SLO 3 APPLY SIGHTING TECHNIQUES IN THE EARLY CONSTRUCTION OF A DRAWING WHILE WORKING FROM DIRECT OBSERVATION OF STILL-LIFE OBJECTS.
- Using a long, narrow tool such as a knitting needle make comparative measurements from a still-life to establish the concept of using proportions in a drawing.
- Using a long, narrow tool such as a knitting needle measure against a perceptual X, Y grid various angles of planes of boxes and other objects foreshortened in space.
- Identify an eye level or horizon line when drawing objects from observation.
- SLO 4 DEMONSTRATE ABILITY IN CREATING SPACE USING VARIOUS DEPTH CUES IN A DRAWING.
- Create drawings utilizing the spatial cues of Overlapping, Diminution, Atmospheric Perspective, Linear Perspective and Foreshortening.
- SLO 5 DEMONSTRATE FACILITY WHEN APPLYING A LINEAR PERSPECTIVE SYSTEM IN A DRAWING.
- Create a drawing in both one point and two point perspective demonstrating the application of a horizon line, vanishing point(s) and confrontational planes and edges respectively.
- Illustrate the ability to create more complex forms such as cylinders, cones and other objects by intersecting, carving, and manipulating boxes in perspective.
- Demonstrate understanding in a drawing of how to draw ellipses accurately when tilted in space.
- Define terms related to a linear perspective drawing system.
- SLO 6 DEVELOP FACILITY IN CREATING CHIAROSCURO ON WHITE DRAWING PAPER WHILE DRAWING FROM DIRECT OBSERVATION OF STILL-LIFE OBJECTS.
- Create atmospheric effects, atmospheric perspective and depth cues utilizing different blending tools such as a chamois, cotton rag and blending stump.
- Develop middle-tone values to create transition across space and various objects in a drawing.
- Define terms related to a complete light and shadow system including a core shadow, highlight, half-tone light, cast shadow and reflected light.
- Differentiate differences in tonal edges and linear edges.
- Produce drawings emphasizing various planes on an object.
- SLO 7 MODEL AND RENDER MODERATE TO ADVANCED FORMS, SURFACES AND TEXTURES.
- Develop strategies of planar analysis to draw complex forms from observation such as teapots, flowers, seashells, drapery, vegetables, etc.
- Render various organic and inorganic surface textures such as glass, metal, wood, cloth, plastic, etc., providing visual distinction for varying surface qualities such as reflective and absorbent surfaces.
- SLO 8 DISTINGUISH VARIOUS ELEMENTS OF AN EFFECTIVE PICTORIAL COMPOSITION.
- Recognize the various elements of design and principles of organization in a drawing.
- Utilize the Rule of 1/3s or Golden Mean in a drawing.
- Understand the difference between an open and closed composition.
- Incorporate the principal of emphasis in a composition.
- Understand the process of creating effective thumbnail sketches and incorporating refinement in preparation for a finished drawing.
- SLO 9 APPLY CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS TO CRITIQUE INDIVIDUAL AND PEER WORK USING SELECT CRITERIA SUCH AS COMPARISON, CONTRAST AND FORMAL ANALYSIS.
- Critique and evaluate different subjects and aesthetic viewpoints in drawings.
- Critique artworks using correct terminology related to drawing concepts, materials, composition and techniques.
- Recognize qualities of a professionally presented drawing or drawing portfolio.
- SLO 10 FORMULATE AN HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT OF DRAWING.
ART 301 Digital Drawing and Composition
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Drawing Fundamentals
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is designed to address the traditional qualities of creative drawing and the unique properties of drawings produced using computer technology. The course includes problems in observation and expression and the translating of these experiences into graphic terms by exploration of gesture, line, texture, shape, volume, space,
perspective, light, and shadow. Field trips may be planned.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- differentiate and synthesize various digital drawing materials, techniques and software appropriate for vector-based and pixel-based images. SLO#1
- analyze and integrate concepts related to form and spatial development and compose with the intent of creating illusion on a two-dimensional surface using a problem solving approach. SLO #2
- distinguish properties of scanning reflective art and transparencies. SLO#3
- construct, manage and manipulate digital images. SLO#4
- evaluate, prepare and print digital files. SLO#5
- critique and articulate visual concepts related to completed work. SLO#6
ART 302 Drawing and Composition II
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Drawing Fundamentals
- Prerequisite:ART 300 with a grade of "C" or better
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:CSU Area C1
- C-ID:C-ID ARTS 205
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This studio course utilizes the skills acquired in ART 300 to pursue more complex problems. The student will initiate and execute a series of related works. Field trips may be required which might be subject to an entrance fee.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- SLO 1 DEMONSTRATE INTERMEDIATE-LEVEL DRAWING SKILLS AND CONCEPTS USING DIVERSE MATERIALS, DRAWING TOOLS, TECHNIQUES AND SURFACES.
- SLO 2 OBTAIN FACILITY IN THE USE OF LIMITED COLOR AND FULL COLOR USING DRY MEDIA IN A DRAWING.
- Develop a layered process to establish middle values with a single color, dark values with black and highlights with white being careful not to mix all three together.
- SLO 3 COMPLETE A SERIES OF WORKS RELATED IN SUBJECT, TECHNIQUE, OR THEME IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE PERSONAL EXPRESSION AND SELF DIRECTION.
- SLO 4 DEVELOP DRAWINGS EXPLORING NON-OBJECTIVE SUBJECT MATTER.
- SLO 5 APPLY CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS TO DEVELOP MORE COMPLEX COMPOSITIONAL THUMBNAILS IN THE AID OF CREATING A DRAWING OR SERIES OF DRAWINGS.
- SLO 6 EVALUATE, BASED ON SELECT CRITERIA, HIS OR HER OWN WORK, AND THE WORK OF OTHERS THROUGH CRITIQUES AND DISCUSSIONS.
- SLO 7 EXAMINE THE HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF DRAWINGS.
- SLO 8 DEVELOP A PORTFOLIO FOR TRANSFER OF DRAWING WORK THAT ENCOMPASSES PERSONAL EXPRESSION AND VISION.
ART 304 Figure Drawing I
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Figure Studies
- Prerequisite:ART 300 with a grade of "C" or better
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1
- C-ID:C-ID ARTS 200
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This studio class offers drawing from the human figure. There will be lectures and discussion on proportion, anatomy, and the relationship of the figure to space and composition. Students may wish to challenge the prerequisite by presenting to the instructor a portfolio of their work. Field trips may be required which might be subject to an entrance fee.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- SYNTHESIZE A KNOWLEDGE OF ANATOMICAL STRUCTURE IN THE INTERPRETATION OF HUMAN PROPORTIONS AND THE RELATIONSHIP OF THE FIGURE TO SPACE. SLO # 1
- Analyze and complete drawings from the human skeleton to understand bone placement and connections.
- Utilize analytical line and sight measurement to control the proportions of body features and placement.
- INCORPORATE THE ELEMENTS OF DRAWING (LINE, VALUE, TEXTURE, PERSPECTIVE, ETC.) WHEN CREATING COMPOSITIONS WITH THE FIGURE AS THE SUBJECT. SLO #2
- Utilize rapid visualization techniques such as gesture drawing or quick studies and contour to assess overall structure, placement, movement and composition.
- Assess and interpret light on the figure by utilizing a range of values.
- COMPARE AND CONTRAST HISTORICAL AND CONTEMPORARY CONCEPTUAL APPROACHES TO DRAWING THE FIGURE. SLO #3
- ASSESS AND EVALUATE THE DEPICTION OF THE HUMAN FORM THROUGH VERBAL CRITIQUE AND WRITTEN ASSIGNMENTS UTILIZING ART LANGUAGE. SLO #4
ART 305 Figure Drawing II
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Figure Studies
- Prerequisite:ART 304 with a grade of "C" or better
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:CSU Area C1
- C-ID:C-ID ARTS 200
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This studio course offers intermediate drawing from the human figure. There will be more sophisticated lectures and discussions on proportion, anatomy, and the relationship of the figure to space and composition. A local field trip to a museum or gallery may be assigned.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- ANALYZE AND DRAW WITH INCREASING SKILL THE FIGURE WTIH RESPECT TO ANATOMY AND PROPORTION. SLO #1
- Assess through sight measurement and analytical line the figure proportions and placement of parts based on anatomical knowledge.
- Incorporate the use of color through dry color media to depict light, texture, form and spatial relationships within the figure.
- ASSESS AND CONTROL THE HUMAN FORM AS THE DOMINANT EXPRESSIVE ELEMENT IN A COMPOSITION THROUGH A SERIES OF DIRECTED PROJECTS. SLO #2
- Investigate the use of environment, props, clothing and drapery in complex compositions with the figure.
- Evoke mood or theme by controlling value and color relationships.
- GENERATE A SUBJECTIVE STYLE BASED ON RESPONSE TO HISTORICAL THEORY, CONCEPTS AND REPEATED PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS. SLO #3
- Research the use of the human figure in visual art and respond by creating works that demonstrate individual expression.
- Assess the intent and effectiveness of individual solutions to the use of the human figure as the primary subject.
- INTEGRATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH VERBAL “CRITIQUES” AND WRITTEN RESPONSE TO WORKS OF ART. SLO #4
- Analyze and respond to others work through oral and written communication during class and/or group discussion during class critique and in response to museum or gallery visits.
ART 312 Portrait Drawing
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:CSU Area C1
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is an introduction to and exploration of the human face as a subject in art. Focus will be placed on the development of skills needed to portray specific individuals rather than a generalized image. This is primarily a practice course including elements of the history and traditions of portraiture as well as anatomy.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- SYNTHESIZE A KNOWLEDGE OF ANATOMICAL STRUCTURE IN THE INTERPRETATION OF HUMAN FACIAL PROPORTIONS. SLO #1
- Assess through analytical line and sight measurement the relative position and size of various facial features.
- Investigate the skeletal and planar structure of the head through drawings from skull.
- Assess the uniqueness of facial features and apply drawing skill in terms proportions, value relationships and textural control in portraying those features to capture not only a likeliness but also a personality in their drawings.
- ANALYZE AND EXPLORE THE RELATIONSHIP OF THE PORTRAIT IN COMPOSITION. SLO #2
- EXAMINE AND UTILIZE A VARIETY OF HISTORICAL APPROACHES, MEDIA, & TECHNIQUES USED IN DRAWING A PORTRAIT. SLO #3
- EVALUATE THE PORTRAIT AS SUBJECT AND CONTENT IN ART BOTH VERBALLY IN STUDIO "CRITIQUE" AND THROUGH WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT. SLO #4
ART 320 Design: Fundamentals
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1
- C-ID:C-ID ARTS 100
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is comprised of lectures and projects concentrating on the elements of design (line, shape, color, texture, form, space) and the principles of organization (such as unity, variety, contrast, balance, emphasis, etc.) as applicable to both the fine and applied arts. In-person or virtual field trips that might require entrance fees may occur for this course.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- CREATE COMPOSITIONS USING THE ELEMENTS OF DESIGN: LINE, SHAPE, VALUE, TEXTURE, COLOR AND SPACE AND THE PRINCIPLES OF ORGANIZATION: EMPHASIS, HARMONY, VARIETY, MOVEMENT, BALANCE, PROPORTION AND ECONOMY. SLO #1
- research various design organizational strategies, e.g. open vs. closed, golden mean, gestalt, unity, rhythm, figure/ground, etc.
- distinguish types of balance: symmetrical, asymmetrical, radial, axis.
- investigate the various properties of the visual elements, e.g. line qualities and direction, value scale or range, color hue, saturation and value.
- DEMONSTRATE THE PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY TO USE DESIGN TOOLS PROFESSIONALLY IN THE EXPRESSION OF CONCEPTS. SLO #2
- Assemble and utilize various rulers and shape tools to accurately design images.
- Assess and apply pencil, pen and brush tools to create a professional finish.
- FORMULATE A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE BY APPLYING ANALYTICAL SKILLS. SLO #3
- Analyze works of fine and applied art to critically assess the components of subject, form and content.
- INVESTIGATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF “CRITIQUE”. SLO #4
- Synthesize design concepts and history by applying the visual language in verbal and written form to the viewing experience.
ART 323 Design: Color Theory
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course covers studio problems in the use and understanding of color and its application to works of art, interior design and graphics, basics of color theory, and color interchange. It also includes image and composition as related to the use of color both functionally and creatively. Field trips may be required.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- DIFFERENTIATE THE HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL USES OF COLOR AND THE HISTORICAL CHANGES IN ATTITUDE TOWARD COLOR. SLO #1
- COMPARE AND CONTAST MAJOR THEORIES OF COLOR. SLO #2
- Understand the origin and rational for various systems of organizing color including Munsell's color solid model.
- Compare differences between color schemes e.g. complementary, analogous, triadic, etc.
- MANAGE SKILLS IN THE APPLICATION OF PAINT, KNOWLEDGE OF COLOR MIXING, AND COLOR INTERACTIONS. SLO #3
- Assess the effects of altering color in various ways such as single color alteration, multiple color alteration, and visual alteration.
- Contrast the difference between light color mixing and pigment color mixing and how this affects artistic production.
- ASSESS THE USE OF COLOR IN CONCEPT AND DESIGN SOLUTIONS AND APPLY THIS ANALYSIS TOWARDS MANIPULATING COLOR FOR CREATIVE EXPRESSION. SLO #4
- INTEGRATE KNOWLEDGE OF COLOR THEORY AND VISUAL VOCABULARY THROUGH VERBAL AND WRITTEN CRITIQUE OF ONE'S OWN AND OTHERS WORK. SLO #5
- analyze works of fine art and design to critically assess the function of color as it relates to the components of subject, form and content.
ART 324 Collage and Assemblage
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course investigates the alteration and creation of a dimensional surface with found and constructed materials. Topics on the history of collage and assemblage and the application of historical and contemporary techniques and concepts provide the impetus for production of works of art. Development of a personal visual language is fundamental to this course. Field trips may be planned.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Choose diverse fragments of scraps and found objects to build a collection of materials. SLO #1
- Evaluate the potential design aspects of an object and assess the potential of various materials to suggest meaningful, artistic expression.
- Organize the use of artistic elements such as line, shape, value, texture, color, and space utilizing the principles of design. SLO #2
- Conceive a composition of found and chosen materials based upon the inherent properties of selected materials.
- Assess and revise expressive elements and unity in a composition.
- Investigate major historical developments and trends in contemporary work in assemblage. SLO #3
- Critique examples of student and professional work in relation to its historical context and design. SLO #4
ART 325 Introduction to Graphic Design
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:ART 320 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement through the assessment process.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is an introduction to the visual communication arts. The course will cover a series of creative problems designed to analyze letterform and image and demonstrate impact on visual perception. The student will be introduced to the terminology of traditional and digital tools and the visual language of graphic design. Field trips may be required for this course.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- ACQUIRE TECHNICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY WITHIN A DISCIPLINE. SLO #1
- Arrange compositional elements and apply Gestalt principles using digital methods.
- Apply digital tools to create and manipulate production art.
- Assess graphic and text methods of input, output and file storage such as scanning and printing and understanding various file formats.
- Differentiate monitor color models and printing color models.
- ESTABLISH AN HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT OF ART. SLO#2
- Describe differences between traditional and contemporary methods of creating graphic design.
- Assess the role of graphic design in art history.
- DEVELOP SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF CRITIQUES. SLO#3
- Evaluate and assess self and peer projects from start to completion implementing specific analysis vocabulary.
- ACQUIRE ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE. SLO#4
- Define terms specific to traditional and digital graphic design and production art.
- Research a variety of information sources that will inform the graphic design solution.
- Deduce differences between vector, raster and page layout software.
- Analyze the relationship of letter form and image in visual communication.
- Compose, coordinate and effect a two-dimensional design or project plan using current methods of production.
- Assemble a professional digital portfolio that demonstrates a personal creative style in graphic communication design.
ART 327 Painting I
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Painting
- Prerequisite:None.
- Advisory:ART 300
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:CSU Area C1
- C-ID:C-ID ARTS 210
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is an introduction to the tools, materials, and techniques of painting. Coursework includes exercises in light and color theory, description of form, color and spatial development, and composition. In-person or virtual field trips that might require entrance fees may occur for this course. We will explore objective and non-objective forms and apply both historical and contemporary methods in our approaches.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- BUILD PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY WITHIN THE PAINTING DISCIPLINE. SLO #1
- Evaluate and judge the correlation between painting supports, surface preparation, paint application and techniques for opaque and transparent painting medium.
- Create and utilize the color wheel to make effective decisions for color harmony, color schemes, color temperature, and tone.
- Utilize color mixing and blending to gain understanding of neutralized and saturated color, color temperature, and value.
- IDENTIFY AND ANALYZE THE MAJOR ASPECTS OF PAINTING: FORM, SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT, COMPOSITION, AND EXPRESSION. SLO #2
- Assess the effects of color in the light areas and in the shadow areas of a composition.
- Understand the effect of color in value, contrast, saturation, and temperature on forms and spatial development.
- UTILIZE ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND DEVELOP A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE. SLO #3
- Integrate concept, process and execution in order to create compositions with a variety of subjects including still life, landscape and figure.
- ACQUIRE THE ABILITY TO CRITIQUE ONE'S WORK AND THE WORK OF CLASSMATES THROUGH COMPARISON, CONTRAST, AND FORMAL ANALYSIS. SLO #4
- PRACTICE PROPER CARE, CLEANING, SAFETY, AND MAINTENANCE OF ALL MATERIALS USED IN THE PAINTING PROCESS. SLO #5
ART 328 Painting II
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Painting
- Prerequisite:ART 327 with a grade of "C" or better
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:CSU Area C1
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is an intermediate studio painting course for the student who wishes to develop greater technical skills and problem-solving ability in a more independent framework. The student will initiate and execute progressively complex problems and assignments. In-person or virtual field trips that might require entrance fees may be required.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- BUILD UPON PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY WITHIN THE PAINTING DISCIPLINE. SLO #1
- Evaluate skills and manage judgment in the painting process: handling of medium, form, spatial development, composition, and expression.
- Assess the appropriate support for intended projects.
- MANAGE ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND DEVELOP A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE. SLO #2
- Create paintings that show further development and complexity in ideas, process, and presentation.
- Research and construct painting projects that demonstrate an understanding of various historical and contemporary artistic methods.
- DEMONSTRATE CRITICAL ANALYSIS IN WRITTEN FORM. SLO #3
- Evaluate and analyze a painting/paintings from a historical and/or contemporary perspective in a research project with written analysis.
- CRITIQUE ONE'S WORK AND THE WORK OF PEERS THROUGH COMPARISON, CONTRAST, FORMAL ANALYSIS, AND ASSESSMENT OF SUBJECT MATTER." SLO #4
- ASSESS AND UTILIZE A VARIETY OF INFORMATIONAL SOURCES FOR RESEARCH. SLO #5
- PRACTICE PROPER CARE, CLEANING, SAFETY, AND MAINTENANCE OF MATERIALS USED IN THE PAINTING PROCESS. SLO #6
ART 330 Mural Painting
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Painting
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is a comparative survey of the use of mural painting as an interactive, public art form used throughout the world and across time. This course examines the process of creating a mural painting by analyzing a site, researching, planning, and executing murals in public spaces and working collaboratively with others. Field trips are required to execute the work on location if applicable.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- DEMONSTRATE PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY WITHIN A DISCIPLINE. SLO #1
- diagnose, compare and employ appropriate surface, media and techniques for chosen site.
- investigate, prioritize and apply the planning steps in large scale commission work.
- coordinate and work collaboratively with others to execute a mural as a public art form.
- BUILD SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF “CRITIQUES”. SLO #2
- assess the style, preliminary sketches and final design for the project based on its location, materials, and audience.
- evaluate success of design on aesthetic, narrative and technical levels.
- CONSTRUCT AN HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT OF MURAL ART. SLO #3
- research and contrast the function or purpose of the mural art form in various cultures and time periods in history.
ART 336 Watercolor Painting
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Painting
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is an introduction to transparent watercolor painting. The class covers media, methods of brush painting, representational and non-representational composition, color relationships, and creative resolutions to watercolor problems. Field trips may be required for this course.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- BUILD PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY WITHIN A DISCIPLINE. SLO #1
- Generate proficiency with the fundamentals of watercolor media: wash, transition, dry brush, glazing, and wet-into-wet.
- Evaluate strength, responsiveness, and freedom of handling medium through the interaction of watercolor on various papers.
- DISCRIMINATE AND ANALYZE THE MAJOR CONCERNS OF PAINTING: FORM DEVELOPMENT, SPATIAL REPRESENTATION, COMPOSITION AND EXPRESSION. SLO #2
- Differentiate the affect of color value, saturation and temperature on form development and spatial interpretation.
- UTILIZE ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND DEVELOP A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE. SLO #3
- Develop visual analysis skills and translate these perceptions to the watercolor media.
- Synthesize concept, process and execution in order to create compositions with a variety of subjects including still life, landscape and figure.
- INTEGRATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF “CRITIQUES”. SLO #4
- Assess the effectiveness of problem solutions based on media use, compositional strategies, and correlation of form and content expression.
- ESTABLISH AN HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT FOR ART. SLO #5
- Appraise the antecedents in history in watercolor painting and assess contemporary trends in the watercolor medium.
ART 337 Intermediate Watercolor Painting
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Painting
- Prerequisite:ART 336 with a grade of "C" or better
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is an intermediate watercolor course. It includes an in-depth study of contemporary methods and concepts in transparent watercolor. Emphasis is given to different approaches to watercolor, as well as composition, technical problems and solutions, and individual style development. Field trips may be required.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- CONSTRUCT PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY WITHIN A DISCIPLINE. SLO #1
- Assess appropriate support and technical handling of watercolor for intended project resolution.
- Evaluate skills and manage judgment in the application of painting concerns: handling of watercolor medium, spatial and form development using color, compositional design and expression.
- MANAGE ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND DEVELOP A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE. SLO #2
- Compose a series of watercolor paintings that reflect more complex problem solving in ideation, process and presentation.
- Explore personal expression through both style and content.
- INVESTIGATE CRITICAL ANALYSIS IN WRITTEN FORM. SLO #3
- Evaluate concerns in watercolor painting historically and in the contemporary world through research project and written analysis of project resolutions.
- CONFIRM SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF “CRITIQUES”. SLO #4
- Justify analysis of own work and peer work using various criteria such as comparison, formal analysis and assessment of subject matter, form and content relationship.
ART 338 Introduction to Digital Painting I
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Painting
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is an introduction to the tools, materials, and techniques of painting using digital software to create and manipulate images. Coursework includes exercises in light and color theory, description of form, color and spatial development, and composition. The fundamental skills of drawing and painting will be applied to individual portfolio quality projects. Field trips may be required which might be subject to an entrance fee.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- ASSESS AND SYNTHESIZE VARIOUS PAINTING TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES IN PAINTING SOFTWARE. SLO #1
- Distinguish different digital painting tools in the toolbox and their specific uses in a digital painting
- Understand the most common color gamuts in digital painting including HSV, RGB and CMYK
- Construct various digital brushes using varying brush technology and dab types
- Demonstrate skill in the use of Layers, Layers Masks and Selections
- DISCRIMINATE AND ANALYZE THROUGH PROJECTS THE MAJOR CONCERNS OF PAINTING: SPATIAL REPRESENTATION, FORM DEVELOPMENT, COMPOSITION AND EXPRESSION. SLO #2
- INTEGRATE THROUGH DIRECTED PROJECTS THE UNDERSTANDING OF IDEATION, PROCESS AND PRODUCT PRESENTATION. SLO #3
- Develop a process of creating a painting or design through the use of thumbnails, revision and refinements in digital painting software using various digital tools and strategies.
- CONSTRUCT, MANAGE, MANIPULATE AND PRINT DIGITAL IMAGES. SLO #4
- Obtain understanding of pixel resolution and the impacts on a printed image.
- Distinguish the different color differences as it relates to monitor color and the four-color print process and the unique characteristics of each color gamut.
- CRITIQUE AND ARTICULATE VISUAL CONCEPTS RELATED TO COMPLETED WORK. SLO #5
ART 361 Printmaking: Survey
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Printmaking
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1
- C-ID:C-ID ARTS 220
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is a printmaking survey course which may include relief (wood and linoleum), Intaglio (etching and drypoint), stencil (silkscreening) and monoprint processes. Field trips may be required.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- BUILD PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY WITHIN A DISCIPLINE. SLO #1
- Differentiate the tools and techniques applied to each printmaking process: intaglio, relief, stencil and/or monotype.
- Assess the relationship of paper or other surfaces and the print process to achieve the most effective aesthetic combination.
- Create editions by printing a matrix repeatedly.
- UTILIZE ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND DEVELOP A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE. SLO #2
- Integrate ideas in relationship to different printmaking techniques.
- INTEGRATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF “CRITIQUES”. SLO #3
- Analyze printed compositions on the basis of applied techniques and print aesthetics.
- Justify analysis of own work and peer work using various criteria such as comparison, formal analysis and assessment of subject matter, form and content relationship.
- CONSTRUCT AN HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT OF PRINTMAKING. SLO #4
- Correlate the major concerns of printmaking within a specific printmaking process.
- Research the development of printmaking as a major art medium.
ART 362 Printmaking: Intaglio
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Printmaking
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course studies the techniques of Intaglio processes including hard ground etching, soft ground etching, aquatint, drypoint, engraving and/or mezzotint. Field trips are required.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- BUILD PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY WITHIN A DISCIPLINE. SLO #1
- Differentiate techniques of intaglio: hard ground etching, soft ground etching, aquatint, drypoint, engraving and mezzotint.
- Formulate and execute solutions to image development utilizing various intaglio techniques.
- Compare and select appropriate papers for image production and proper presentation formats.
- Manage production to create an edition.
- ORGANIZE ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND DEVELOP A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE. SLO #2
- Synthesize understanding of intaglio processes with imaginative use of materials, tools, and techniques to resolve image.
- INTEGRATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF “CRITIQUES”. SLO #3
- Evaluate own prints and those of their peers by discussing technical effects, assessing the composition employing the vocabulary of two-dimensional design and judging the overall print quality.
- CONSTRUCT AN HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT OF INTAGLIO. SLO#4
- Appraise the antecedents in history in intalgio printmaking and assess contemporary trends in the use of intaglio.
ART 364 Printmaking: Relief
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Printmaking
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course presents the techniques of wood and linoleum cutting and printing by hand and by press. Field trips are required.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- BUILD PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY WITHIN A DISCIPLINE. SLO #1
- Differentiate each relief technique, distinguish tools to carve and control effects of each technique and tool.
- Formulate and execute solutions to image development utilizing various relief techniques.
- Compare and select appropriate papers for image production and proper presentation formats.
- Manage production to create an edition.
- ORGANIZE ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND DEVELOP A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE. SLO #2
- Synthesize understanding of relief processes with imaginative use of materials, tools, and techniques to resolve image.
- INTEGRATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF “CRITIQUES”. SLO #3
- Evaluate own prints and those of their peers by discussing technical effects, assessing the composition employing the vocabulary of two-dimensional design and judging the overall print quality.
- CONSTRUCT AN HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT OF ART. SLO#4
- Appraise the antecedents in history in relief printmaking and assess contemporary trends in the use of relief printing.
ART 370 Three Dimensional Design
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1
- C-ID:C-ID ARTS 101
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is a studio course covering the analysis of historical and contemporary designs and the resolution of technical and conceptual problems (using a variety of media such as: wood, fabric, glass, etc.) by the creation of 3-dimensional forms. Form, color, space, composition, and other formal values will be considered. This course may include visits to nearby museums and/or galleries.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- DEMONSTRATE FUNDAMENTAL PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY IN THE FABRICATION OF THREE DIMENSIONAL FORMS. (SLO #1)
- Create preliminary drawings to develop ideas for three-dimensional forms.
- Incorporate a variety of construction methods necessary to assemble three-dimensional forms from various media.
- Integrate knowledge of the properties and tendencies of various media while constructing three dimensional forms.
- MANAGE THE ABILITY TO DISCUSS WORKS OF ART PUBLICLY. (SLO#2)
- Utilize the basic vocabulary of art and design.
- Design standards to evaluate the functional and aesthetic value of three-dimensional forms.
- Design observations regarding the functionality and aesthetics of three-dimensional forms.
- Manage oral presentations in a professional manner while presenting finished projects.
- STRUCTURE A HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT FOR THREE-DIMENSIONAL FORMS. (SLO#3)
- Examine and consider how three-dimensional design concepts have been applied past and present in various cultures.
- Analyze how established design concepts are incorporated into contemporary three-dimensional forms.
- INVESTIGATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF "CRITIQUE". (SLO#4)
- Critique three-dimensional forms and discuss the decision making process used during the creation of those forms.
- Assess and evaluate the aesthetic attributes of three-dimensional forms.
- Evaluate the strength and clarity of any message or symbolism present in a three dimensional form.
- Judge points of craftsmanship used in the construction of three-dimensional forms.
- Evaluate the function and impact of three-dimensional forms as they relate to the environment in which they are displayed.
- Examine and explore the aesthetic attributes and relationship of a three-dimensional form within the context of its environment.
- Assess the use of other techniques or design alterations that might enhance aesthetic attributes of a three-dimensional form.
- FORMULATE A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE BY APPLYING ANALYTICAL SKILLS. (SLO#5)
- Evaluate how the level of craftsmanship and planning executed during production of a project directly relates to the precision and overall success evident in a finished three-dimensional form.
- Assess the time allotted to each step in the production of a project and evaluate its impact on the execution of the work.
- CHOOSE AND APPLY A VARIETY OF INFORMATIONAL RESOURCES FOR RESEARCH. (SLO#6)
- Incorporate information from museum/gallery trips, Internet research, library research and personal observation in the conceptualization of three-dimensional projects.
- Support and defend their own observations and opinions regarding three-dimensional art forms.
ART 372 Sculpture
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Sculpture
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is a basic practice class in the expressive use of form and color in space. It uses various sculptural methods such as additive and subtractive media like clay and plaster, as well as constructive media like wood and metal. Found objects, recycled materials, light, sound, and other new media may be explored. Creative effort, development of individual expression, new ideas, and knowledge of technical processes will be stressed. Content will be developed by using both historical and contemporary approaches. Field trips may be required which might be subject to an entrance fee.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- DEMONSTRATE FUNDAMENTAL PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY IN THE FABRICATION OF THREE-DIMENSIONAL SCULPTURE. (SLO#1)
- Create preliminary drawings to develop ideas for sculptures.
- Incorporate a variety of construction methods necessary to assemble sculptures from various media.
- Integrate knowledge of the properties and tendencies of various media while creating sculptural forms.
- MANAGE THE ABILITY TO DISCUSS WORKS OF ART PUBLICLY. (SLO#2)
- Utilize the basic vocabulary of art.
- Design standards to evaluate the functional and aesthetic value of sculptural forms.
- Report observations regarding the function and aesthetic value of sculptural forms.
- Manage oral presentations in a professional manner while presenting finished projects.
- STRUCTURE A HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT FOR SCULPTURAL FORMS. (SLO#3)
- Examine and consider how concepts for sculpture have been applied past and present in various cultures.
- Analyze how established concepts for sculpture are incorporated into contemporary sculptural forms.
- Correlate the aesthetic trends and stylistic devices apparent in contemporary sculpture with those from various historic, geographic and cultural sources.
- INVESTIGATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF "CRITIQUE". (SLO#4)
- Critique sculptural forms and discuss the decision making process used during the creation of those forms.
- Assess and evaluate the aesthetic attributes of sculptural forms.
- Evaluate the strength and clarity of any message or symbolism present in sculptural forms.
- Judge points of craftsmanship used in the construction of sculptural forms.
- Examine one's own artistic point of view through self critique.
- FORMULATE A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE BY APPLYING ANALYTICAL SKILLS.(SLO#5)
- Evaluate how the level of craftsmanship and planning executed during production of a project directly relates to the precision and overall success evident in a finished sculptural form.
- Assess the time allotted to each step in the production of a project and evaluate its impact on the execution of the work.
- CHOOSE AND APPLY A VARIETY OF INFORMATIONAL RESOURCES FOR RESEARCH. (SLO#6)
- Incorporate information from museum/gallery trips, Internet research, library research and personal observation in the conceptualization of sculptural forms.
- Support and defend their own observations and opinions regarding sculptural forms.
ART 394 Wheel Thrown Ceramics, Beginning
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is an introductory class in wheel-thrown ceramics. The course will provide students with a broad understanding of the ceramics process, from clay composition to fired-glazed wares. Alternative firing processes are explored, such as Raku, pit firing, and sawdust firing. Students at all skill levels may enroll in the class.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- DEMONSTRATE THE FUNDAMENTAL PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY IN THE CREATION OF CERAMIC WHEEL THROWN FORMS(SLO#1)
- Create functional ceramic vessel forms implementing the basic techniques of wheel throwing.
- Integrate knowledge of the properties and tendencies of the material, clay.
- Incorporate standards of functionality and aesthetics while creating wheel thrown forms.
- Demonstrate informed choices in color, texture, design and pattern in the application of basic glazing techniques.
- MANAGE THE ABILITY TO DISCUSS WORKS OF ART PUBLICLY (SLO#2)
- Utilize the basic vocabulary of ceramic art.
- Design standards to evaluate the functional and aesthetic value of pottery forms through guided discussion.
- Report observations regarding functionality and aesthetics of pottery forms.
- Formulate questions pertaining to aspects of throwing techniques used, choice of materials, and firing process used in the creation of pottery forms.
- STRUCTURE A HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT FOR CERAMIC FORMS(SLO#3)
- Examine and discuss historical trends of ceramic throwing/building techniques, firing and glazing materials/methods, practiced in various cultures.
- Compare and contrast the function and creation of ceramic forms beyond fine art and every day domestic use, into the realm of industrial ceramic applications.
- Analyze the utilitarian nature of pottery forms throughout history and how it affected the design and evolution of those forms.
- INVESTIGATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF "CRITIQUE"(SLO#4)
- Critique finished vessel forms and discuss the decision making process used during the creation of those forms.
- Assess and evaluate the functionality and aesthetic attributes of pottery forms.
- Verify attributes of craftsmanship in pottery forms at an elementary level.
- Evaluate how changes in throwing execution, choice of materials, and application of glazes might impact pottery forms.
- Examine one's own artistic point of view through critique.
- CHOOSE AND APPLY A VARIETY OF INFORMATIONAL RESOURCES FOR RESEARCH(SLO#5)
- Incorporate information from museum/gallery trips, Internet research, library research and personal observation in the creation of pottery forms.
- Support and defend their own observations and opinions regarding ceramic art forms.
ART 395 Wheel Thrown Ceramics, Intermediate
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:ART 394 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement through the assessment process.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is an intermediate class in wheel thrown ceramics. The course will provide students with opportunities to further explore the technical and creative processes of ceramic pottery-making, such as, Raku and primitive firing processes and experimentation of different surface treatments.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- DEMONSTRATE PROFICIENT PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY IN THE CREATION OF CERAMIC WHEEL THROWN FORMS(SLO#1)
- Create functional ceramic vessel forms, exploring the technical and creative processes of pottery making beyond the use of basic techniques.
- Conceive and develop more personal artistic concepts to be expressed in the creation of ceramic vessel forms.
- Experiment with alternative throwing, building, glazing and firing techniques.
- Systematize practices to achieve a higher degree of craftsmanship, functionality and aesthetics while creating ceramic vessel forms.
- Incorporate the usage of multiple thrown forms to build composite pieces.
- MANAGE THE ABILITY TO DISCUSS WORKS OF ART PUBLICLY(SLO#2)
- Utilize ceramic art terminology that reflects additional building, throwing, glazing and firing techniques learned in the Intermediate Wheel Thrown Ceramics class.
- Evaluate the functionality and aesthetics of pottery forms commensurate with skills acquired in the Intermediate Wheel Thrown Ceramics class.
- Formulate questions pertaining to aspects of throwing techniques used, choice of materials, and firing process used in the creation of pottery forms commensurate with the Intermediate Wheel Thrown Ceramics class.
- STRUCTURE A HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT FOR CERAMIC FORMS(SLO#3)
- Examine and discuss the historical trends of ceramic throwing/building techniques, firing and glazing materials/methods, practiced in various cultures.
- Analyze the utilitarian nature of pottery forms throughout history and how it affected the design and evolution of those forms.
- Incorporate culturally distinct motifs and ornamentation techniques in the development of their own artistic statements.
- INVESTIGATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF "CRITIQUE"(SLO#4)
- Critique finished vessel forms and discuss the decision making process used during the creation of those forms.
- Assess and evaluate the functionality and aesthetic attributes of pottery forms.
- Verify attributes of craftsmanship in pottery forms at a level commensurate with the Intermediate Wheel Thrown Ceramics class.
- Evaluate how changes in throwing execution, choice of materials, and application of glazes might impact pottery forms.
- Examine the degree to which the student executed a more personalized artistic expression through their functional pottery forms.
- Examine one's own individual artistic point of view through critique.
- CHOOSE AND APPLY A VARIETY OF INFORMATIONAL RESOURCES FOR RESEARCH(SLO#5)
- Incorporate information from museum/gallery trips, Internet research, library research and personal observation in the creation of pottery forms.
- Support and defend their own observations and opinions regarding ceramic art forms.
ART 396 Wheel Thrown Ceramics, Advanced
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:ART 395 with a grade of "C" or better
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is an advanced class in wheel thrown ceramics. The class will provide students with individual approaches to create their own unique pottery forms. Emphasis will be placed on more aesthetic approaches to pottery-making. Students will be able to express individual artistic concepts and ideas through pottery forms using various advanced ceramic techniques, which include glazing, firing, and surface treatment.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- DEMONSTRATE MASTERY OF PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY IN THE CREATION OF WHEEL THROWN FORMS(SLO#1)
- Create functional ceramic vessel forms, exploring the technical and creative processes of pottery making beyond the use of intermediate techniques.
- Conceive and develop more personal artistic concepts to be expressed in the creation of ceramic vessel forms.
- Experiment with alternative throwing, building, glazing and firing techniques.
- Systematize practices to achieve a higher degree of craftsmanship, functionality and aesthetics while creating ceramic vessel forms.
- Produce ceramic vessel forms that are ready to exhibit in professional settings.
- MANAGE THE ABILITY TO DISCUSS WORKS OF ART PUBLICLY(SLO#2)
- Utilize ceramic art terminology that reflects additional building, throwing, glazing and firing techniques learned the Advanced Wheel Thrown Ceramic class.
- Evaluate the functionality and aesthetics of pottery forms commensurate with skills acquired in the Advanced Wheel Thrown Ceramics class.
- Formulate questions pertaining to of throwing techniques used, choice of materials, and firing process used in the creation pottery forms commensurate with the Advanced Wheel Thrown Ceramics class.
- STRUCTURE A HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT FOR CERAMIC FORMS(SLO#3)
- Examine and discuss the historical trends of ceramic throwing/building techniques, firing and glazing materials/methods, practiced in various cultures.
- Analyze the utilitarian nature of pottery forms throughout history and how it affected the design and evolution of those forms.
- Incorporate culturally distinct motifs and ornamentation techniques in the development of one's own artistic statements.
- INVESTIGATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF "CRITIQUE"(SLO#4)
- Critique finished vessel forms and discuss the decision making process used during the creation of those forms.
- Assess and evaluate the functionality and aesthetic attributes of pottery forms.
- Verify attributes of craftsmanship in pottery forms at a level commensurate with the Advanced Wheel Thrown Ceramics class.
- Evaluate how changes in throwing execution, choice of materials, and application of glazes might impact pottery forms.
- Examine the degree to which the student executed a more personalized artistic expression through their functional pottery forms.
- Examine and explore one's own artistic point of view through critique.
- FORMULATE A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE BY APPLYING ANALYTICAL SKILLS(SLO#5)
- Categorize their artistic style, and assess the logistics, audience/venues, and budget for the monetary/time constraints affecting their work.
- Research the factors involved with exhibiting in professional settings and/or establishing a personal ceramic studio.
- Investigate criteria influencing competition juries and apply this to the conceptualization of projects.
- Design projects and accompanying presentations for juried art competitions/professional exhibitions.
- CHOOSE AND APPLY A VARIETY OF INFORMATIONAL RESOURCES FOR RESEARCH (SLO #6)
- Incorporate information from museum/gallery trips, Internet research, library research and personal observation in the creation of pottery forms.
- Support and defend one's own observations and opinions regarding ceramic art forms.
ART 402 Beginning Clay Sculpture
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is an introduction to the basic handbuilding techniques and methods of creating ceramic sculpture. The class includes glazing and firing processes used in clay sculpture. Lectures and group discussions will be conducted in connection with the course.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- DEMONSTRATE THE FUNDAMENTAL PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY IN THE CREATION OF CERAMIC SCULPTURAL FORMS(SLO#1)
- Create three dimensional ceramic sculptural forms implementing basic hand building techniques.
- Integrate knowledge of the properties, limitations and tendencies of the material, clay.
- Produce structurally sound ceramic sculptural forms by executing appropriate designing and building techniques.
- Determine informed choices in color, texture, design and pattern in the basic application of glaze to bisqued sculptural forms.
- MANAGE THE ABILITY TO DISCUSS WORKS OF ART PUBLICLY(SLO#2)
- Utilize the basic vocabulary of ceramic art.
- Design standards to evaluate the aesthetic value of ceramic sculptural forms through guided discussion.
- Report observations regarding the aesthetic value and potential ceramic sculptural forms have to convey ideas, messages or social statements.
- Formulate questions pertaining to aspects of ceramic building techniques used, choice of materials, and firing process used in the creation of ceramic sculptural forms.
- STRUCTURE A HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT FOR SCULPTURAL CERAMIC FORMS(SLO#3)
- Examine and discuss historical, geographical, and cultural references in the evolution of contemporary ceramic sculptures.
- Correlate the aesthetic trends and stylistic devices apparent in examples of contemporary ceramic sculptures with those from various historical, geographic, and cultural sources.
- INVESTIGATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF "CRITIQUE"(SLO#4)
- Critique ceramic sculptural forms and discuss the decision making process used during the creation of those forms.
- Assess and evaluate the aesthetic attributes of ceramic sculptural forms.
- Evaluate the strength and clarity of any message or symbolism present in a ceramic sculptural form.
- Judge points of craftsmanship in ceramic sculptural forms at an elementary level.
- Examine and explore one's own artistic point of view through critique.
- CHOOSE AND APPLY A VARIETY OF INFORMATIONAL RESOURCES FOR RESEARCH(SLO#5)
- Incorporate information from museum/gallery trips, Internet research, library research and personal observation in the conceptualization of ceramic sculptural forms.
- Support and defend one's own observations and opinions regarding ceramic art forms.
ART 404 Intermediate Clay Sculpture
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:ART 402 with a grade of "C" or better
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is an intermediate class in ceramic sculpture handbuilding techniques and methods. The class will include glazing, surface treatment and various firing processes used in clay sculpture. Focus will be placed on in-depth examination of contemporary ceramic sculpture.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- DEMONSTRATE PROFICIENT PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY IN THE CREATION OF CERAMIC SCULPTURAL FORMS(SLO#1)
- Create three dimensional ceramic sculptural forms while exploring the technical and creative processes of ceramic sculpture building beyond the use of basic techniques.
- Integrate knowledge of the properties, limitations and tendencies of the material, clay
- Produce structurally sound ceramic sculptural forms by executing appropriate designing and building techniques.
- Integrate alternative glazing techniques that increase the opportunity to execute greater, more precise personalized expression.
- Systematize assemblage methods to achieve a higher degree of craftsmanship and aesthetics while creating ceramic sculptural forms.
- MANAGE THE ABILITY TO DISCUSS WORKS OF ART PUBLICLY (SLO#2)
- Utilize ceramic art terminology that reflects additional building, glazing, ornamentation, and firing techniques learned in the Intermediate Clay Sculpture class.
- Evaluate the aesthetics and presentation of sculptural forms commensurate with the Intermediate Clay Sculpture class.
- Formulate questions pertaining to aspects of ceramic building techniques used, choice of materials, and the firing processes used in the creation of ceramic sculptural forms.
- STRUCTURE A HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT FOR SCULPTURAL CERAMIC FORMS (SLO#3)
- Examine and discuss historical, geographical, and cultural references in the evolution of contemporary ceramic sculptures.
- Correlate the aesthetic trends and stylistic devices apparent in examples of contemporary ceramic sculptures with those from various historic, geographic, and cultural sources.
- Incorporate culturally distinct motifs and ornamentation techniques in the development of one's own artistic statement.
- INVESTIGATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF "CRITIQUE" (SLO#4)
- Critique ceramic sculptural forms and discuss the decision making process used during the creation of those forms.
- Assess and evaluate the aesthetic attributes of ceramic sculptural forms.
- Evaluate the strength and clarity of any message or symbolism present in a ceramic sculptural form.
- Judge points of craftsmanship in ceramic sculptural forms at a level beyond what is considered basic.
- Examine and explore one's own artistic point of view through critique.
- FORMULATE A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE BY APPLYING ANALYTICAL SKILLS (SLO#5)
- Research the factors involved with exhibiting in professional settings and/or establishing a personal ceramic studio.
- Investigate criteria influencing competition juries and apply this to the conceptualization of projects.
- Design projects and accompanying presentations for juried art competitions/professional exhibitions.
- CHOOSE AND APPLY A VARIETY OF INFORMATIONAL RESOURCES FOR RESEARCH (SLO#6)
- Incorporate information from museum/gallery trips, Internet research, library research and personal observation in the conceptualization of ceramic sculptural forms.
- Support and defend one's own observations and opinions regarding ceramic art forms.
ART 430 Art and Children
- Units:3
- Hours:45 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is a course that investigates the relationship of children and art emphasizing the three aspects of art: seeing and analyzing visual relationships, developing techniques of producing works of art, and exploring historical and contemporary art objects. The framework for developing art curriculum that is age and grade level appropriate will be outlined. Suggested for recreational leadership, preschool or elementary teachers, and caregivers. Field trips may be scheduled.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- CONSTRUCT A FRAMEWORK FOR AGE AND GRADE LEVEL APPROPRIATE ART CURRICULUM. SLO #1
- Assemble a sequential plan for art education that utilizes appropriate visuals and artistic materials for specific groups of children in preschool and elementary programs.
- Incorporate CA K-12 art standards in the art curriculum design.
- Evaluate and apply various child development theories as they relate to the child's ability and artistic expression.
- SYNTHESIZE ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND DEVELOP A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR DISCUSSING ART. SLO #2
- Combine the concepts and language of visual art when analyzing or assessing art objects.
- Generate an awareness of the historical, cultural and social uses of art.
- DIFFERENTIATE COMMON ART MATERIALS AND THE VARIOUS APPLICATIONS AND TECHNIQUES FOR HANDLING THOSE MATERIALS. SLO #3
- Distinguish art materials for two-dimensional art (e.g. drawing, painting) and three-dimensional art (e.g. sculpture).
- Assess the appropriateness of materials and techniques to age-related projects
- VALIDATE, SUPPORT AND DIRECT THE CREATIVE POTENTIAL OF THE CHILD. SLO #4
- Design a stimulating art program.
- Integrate a variety of motivational techniques as an impetus for developing creativity.
ART 443 Art Gallery Operations
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Course Family:Gallery Management
- Prerequisite:None.
- Enrollment Limitation:Two college art courses from art studio (ART) or art history (ARTH).
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This first-semester course involves gallery preparation and maintenance as students learn gallery fundamentals in the visual arts. Included are experiences in planning and installing exhibitions, inventory and maintenance of art, participation in staffing and docent activities, and gallery and student outreach programs. A field trip to a museum or gallery is required.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- DEVELOP ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE. SLO #1
- recognize and demonstrate an understanding of gallery procedures.
- assess and solve problems associated with displaying, cataloging, preserving and documenting works of art.
- plan and install exhibitions.
- differentiate the relationship between professional gallery and museum procedures and the artist whose work is exhibited, including preparing and analyzing professional artist's presentation portfolios.
- ANALYZE WORKS OF ART PUBLICLY. SLO #2
- relate to the public in a gallery setting and provide relevant information regarding the exhibition.
- distinguish and utilize terminology associated with the visual arts when discussing and writing about historical and contemporary works of art.
- CONSTRUCT AN HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT OF ART. SLO #3
- demonstrate knowledge of the cultural history of museum and gallery institutions.
- UTILIZE A VARIETY OF INFORMATIONAL SOURCES. SLO #4
- integrate practical knowledge and language learned in both art history and art studio courses to course content and projects.
- research appropriate information for each exhibition to develop marketing strategies, create resources for the viewer or organize public programs.
ART 494 Topics in Art
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is designed to give students an opportunity to study topics not included in current course offerings.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Choose a variety of creative and planning approaches to developing visual ideas. SLO #1.
- Integrate their knowledge and understanding of various medium through select projects. SLO #2.
- Evaluate art work and assess the aesthetics of diverse medum. SLO #3.
ART 495 Independent Studies in Art
- Units:1 - 3
- Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
An independent studies project involves an individual student or small group of students in study, research, or activities beyond the scope of regularly offered courses. See the current catalog section of "Special Studies" for full details of Independent Studies.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- SLO #1: Actively engage in intellectual inquiry beyond that required in order to pass a course of study (College Wide Learning Outcome – Area 4).
- Discuss and outline a proposal of study (that can be accomplished within one semester term) with a supervising instructor qualified within the discipline.
- Design an independent study (to be completed individually or by collaboration of a small group) to foster special knowledge, skills, and experience that are not available in any one regularly scheduled course.
- Use information resources to gather discipline-specific information.
- SLO #2: Utilize modes of analysis and critical thinking to apply theoretical perspectives and/or concepts in the major discipline of study to significant problems and/or educational activities (College Wide Learning Outcome – Area 3).
- Analyze and apply the knowledge, skills and experience that are involved in the independent study to theoretical perspectives and/or concepts in the major discipline of study.
- Explain the importance of the major discipline of study in the broader picture of society.
- SLO #3: Communicate a complex understanding of content matter of the major discipline of study (College Wide Outcome – Area 3).
- Demonstrate competence in the skills essential to mastery of the major discipline of study that are necessary to accomplish the independent study.
- SLO #4: Identify personal goals and pursue these goals effectively (College Wide Outcome – Area 4).
- Utilize skills from the “academic tool kit” including time management, study skills, etc., to accomplish the independent study within one semester term.
ART 499 Experimental Offering in Art
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC (Credit for variable topics courses is given only after a review of the scope and content of the course by the enrolling UC campus.)
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is the experimental courses description.
Art History (ARTH) Courses
ARTH 300 Art Appreciation
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Advisory:ENGWR 301 with a grade of "C" or better
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
- C-ID:C-ID ARTH 100
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is an overview of the visual arts including: drawing, sculpture, artifacts, architecture, painting, and printmaking. We will examine the materials, methods, and design principles of creating. This course is recommended as a basis for the understanding of art. Local field trips may be required.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- FORMULATE STANDARDS OF JUDGEMENT BASED UPON REFERENCE TO THE HISTORY, PURPOSE, AND AESTHETICS OF ART (SLO #1).
- Differentiate art historical methodologies as well as historical periods and styles of art.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the materials and techniques in the production of art.
- INCORPORATE PROBLEM SOLVING AND ANALYTICAL SKILLS IN COMPLETING CLASS WRITING AND ART PROJECTS (SLO #2).
- Evaluate the basic visual and design elements in art utilizing art vocabulary and concepts.
- Apply knowledge from lectures in creating simple art objects.
- MANAGE THE ABILITY TO DISCUSS WORKS OF ART PUBLICLY (SLO #3).
- Practice the visual analysis of art objects before an audience utilizing art vocabulary.
- Compare related art objects speaking clearly and using visual aids.
- DEVELOP AN APPRECIATION FOR THE ARTS AND CULTURAL PRACTICES OF PEOPLE FROM THE PAST TO THE PRESENT (SLO #4).
- Understand art as a creative human expression found since humans exist.
- Identify common art themes in different global cultures.
- CHOOSE AND APPLY SCHOLARLY SOURCES FOR RESEARCH AND EXPRESS THOUGHTS CLEARLY IN WRITING (SLO #5).
- Differentiate between scholarly and not scholarly sources.
- Practice writing about art in short essays and papers utilizing art vocabulary.
ARTH 303 Art Survey: Ancient to 14th Century
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
- C-ID:C-ID ARTH 110
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course traces the developments in art from prehistoric times through the 14th Century. Emphasis will be given to artifacts, architecture, painting, and sculpture.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate an appreciation of artistic endeavors, cultural expressions, ideas and/or institutions through non-empirical, analytic, interpretive studies and critical thinking projects (SLO #1).
- identify an array of art objects and monuments created from the prehistoric period to the 1300’s in Europe and the Near East.
- manage the ability to discuss works of art publicly (SLO #2).
- practice the visual analysis of art objects and monuments using art historical vocabulary.
- compare related art objects or monuments from different periods and regions up to the 1300’s.
- structure an historical, geographical and chronological context of art (SLO #3).
- express clearly their own analyses and interpretations of arts, ideas, skills (including language), and/or institutions, and will properly use the vocabulary appropriate to the field (SLO #4).
- compose a formal, iconographic, and functional analysis of objects and monuments within their social and historical contexts.
- recognize the influence of culture, society and religion on art production and architecture.
- recognize intercultural relations and influences of artistic themes and stylistic elements.
- choose and apply a variety of scholarly sources for research and express thoughts clearly in writing (SLO #5).
- develop an appreciation for the arts and cultural practices of people of the past (SLO #6).
ARTH 307 Italian Renaissance Art
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Advisory:ENGWR 301 or 302
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course introduces the visual arts and architecture of Italy in the Renaissance, from duecento (13th century) through cinquecento (16th century). Topics include the relationship between the visual arts and culture and artists and their works from the periods and styles known as the Proto-Renaissance, Renaissance, High Renaissance, and Mannerism. Relationships between Italy and other cultures, including New World civilizations, are also made.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- identify works of art and architecture in the Early Modern period, from the duecento (13th century) through the cinquecento (16th century) in Italy and related cultures(SLO #1)
- compare and contrast the characteristics of artistic styles common in the Early Modern period in Italy and related cultures (SLO #2)
- identify the main stylistic and formal components of visual arts in Italy in the periods of the Renaissance
- recognize intercultural influences and/or appropriation of art themes and stylistic elements.
- examine the relationship between the visual arts and the social, economic, and ideological environment of Italy during the Renaissance(SLO #3)
- detect the historic reasons why Italy has developed such works of art and architecture during this period.
- manage the ability to discuss works of art publicly (SLO #4).
- practice the visual analysis of art objects and monuments using art historical vocabulary.
- choose and apply a variety of scholarly sources for research and express thoughts clearly in writing (SLO #5).
ARTH 309 Art Survey: Renaissance to 19th Century
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Advisory:ENGWR 300 with a grade of "C" or better
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
- C-ID:Part of C-ID ARTH 120
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course covers the architecture, sculpture, artifacts, painting and graphic art of world cultures, in particular of Western art from the Renaissance period through the 19th Century. This is a required class for art history major students.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate an appreciation of artistic endeavors, cultural expressions, ideas and/or institutions through non-empirical, analytic, interpretive studies and critical thinking projects (SLO #1).
- identify an array of art objects and monuments created in Europe and the United States in the period from 1400’s (Renaissance) to the mid 1800's.
- identify important art objects and monuments created by non-Western cultures in the period from 1400’s to the 1800's.
- manage the ability to discuss works of art publicly (SLO #2).
- practice the visual analysis of art objects and monuments using art historical vocabulary.
- compare related art objects or monuments from different periods from early Renaissance to mid-19th century using visual aids.
- structure an historical, geographical and chronological context of art (SLO #3).
- identify the main stylistic and formal components of visual arts in Western Europe in the periods of Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism and Romanticism (1400- mid 1800’s).
- express clearly personal analyses and interpretations of arts, ideas, techniques, skills, and/or institutions, and will properly use the vocabulary appropriate to the field (SLO #4).
- detect the reasons why cultures have created works of art and architecture.
- compose a formal, iconographic, and functional analysis of objects and monuments within their social and historical contexts.
- recognize the influence of culture, society and religion on art production and architecture.
- recognize intercultural influences and/or appropriation of art themes and stylistic elements.
- choose and apply a variety of scholarly sources for research and express thoughts clearly in writing (SLO #5).
- develop an appreciation for arts and cultural practices of people of the past (SLO #6).
ARTH 311 Art Survey: Modern Art
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
- C-ID:C-ID ARTH 150; Part of C-ID ARTH 120
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course covers diverse art forms including painting, sculpture and architecture in Europe and America from the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries. Styles discussed will include Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Symbolism, Art Nouveau and all the major Modern art movements of the 20th century such as Fauvism, Cubism, Expressionism, Dada, Surrealism, American Modernism, Pop Art, Happenings, Conceptual and Installation Art. This class will also cover Post-Modernism, Neo-Expressionism, Video Installations, and Globalization. A field trip to an art museum is required. Students may choose between an in-person field trip to an art museum or a virtual museum tour. Links to such virtual museum tours will be provided by the instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate an appreciation of artistic endeavors and cultural expressions through non-empirical, analytic, interpretive studies and critical thinking projects (SLO #1).
- display knowledge of the two major art periods of Modernism and Postmodernism and of the most significant artists of the period.
- develop an appreciation for the aesthetic principles and stylistic considerations that guide the creation of Modern and Postmodern art.
- engage in art discourse and employ critical thinking
- formulate an historical, geographical and chronological context of art (SLO #2).
- list an array of art objects and monuments created in the 19th, 20th, and 21th centuries in Europe, the United States and the rest of the world.
- explain the origins and development of art styles of the Avant-garde
- compare related art objects or monuments from different periods and countries.
- discuss works of art publicly (SLO #3).
- practice the visual analysis of art objects and monuments in oral presentations.
- express clearly their own analyses and interpretations of arts, ideas, techniques, skills, and institutions, and use the vocabulary appropriate to the field (SLO #4).
- compose a formal, iconographic, and functional analysis of art objects and monuments within their social and historical contexts and employ the vocabulary specific to the discipline of art history.
- evaluate the influence of culture, society, and technology on art production and architecture.
- demonstrate a basic understanding of the technical processes involved in the creation of art objects (e.g. fresco painting, engraving, photography, video installation, digital media, etc.).
- identify intercultural relations, influences and appropriation of artistic themes and styles in the work of later artists.
- analyze the function and intention of art exhibitions, and the role of museums and art galleries.
- choose and apply a variety of scholarly sources for research and express thoughts clearly in writing (SLO #5).
- research an art history topic, synthesize the information, and write a research paper with footnotes and bibliography.
- develop an appreciation for the diversity and inclusiveness of contemporary artistic and cultural practices (SLO #6).
- evaluate the scope and variety of works of art.
- interpret art as expression of individual and human values within a technologically ever-changing, global society
ARTH 312 Women in Art
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is a survey course of women's art from the Middle Ages to the present; including the art of both European and non-European cultures. ARTH 312 is presented through slide lecture and discussion which will include historical and cultural context, limitations imposed by society, and the differences and similarities of other artists in each period.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate an appreciation of artistic endeavors, cultural expressions, ideas and institutions of female artists (SLO #1).
- identify an array of art objects and/or buildings created by female artists
- express clearly orally and/or in writing an understanding of the value of art produced by women.
- recognize issues particular to the art production, education, training, and professional success of women artists
- structure an historical, geographical and chronological context of art works produced by female artists (SLO #2).
- recognize the development of female artistic production from the late Middle Ages to the present.
- identify art works by women artists from Western and non-Western cultures.
- exercise critical thinking in understanding the importance of gender in connection with patronage, economics, education and art production.
- develop awareness of the obstacles imposed by society, religion, and culture on the life and art of female artists.
- manage the ability to discuss works of art created by female artists publicly (SLO #3).
- practice the visual analysis of art objects using Art History vocabulary.
- compare stylistically related art objects by female artists to the art of contemporaneous male artists.
- interact and learn the dynamics of group work while creating joint projects.
- choose and apply a variety of scholarly sources for research and express thoughts clearly in writing (SLO #4).
- differentiate written and web sources particular to Feminist Art History and Women Studies and apply them in research
ARTH 324 Art of the Americas
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course focuses on the study of the indigenous arts and cultures of the Americas before the arrival of Columbus in the New World. Emphasis is on the Pre-Contact peoples of Meso-America and South America, such as the Aztec, Maya, and Inca cultures, and their contributions to colonial and modern art forms.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate an appreciation for the arts and cultures of Mesoamerica and South America. (SLO #1)
- identify the art and architecture of major American cultures including the Inca, Olmec, Maya and Aztec.
- recognize the distinctive contributions that indigenous cultures of the Americas have made to the contemporary culture of the Americas.
- relate pre-contact American art forms to the rest of the world in terms of material contribution.
- Formulate an historical, geographical and chronological context of American art. (SLO # 2)
- debate stylistic developments and discuss forms in the arts and architecture of various regions from ancient times to the post-contact eras.
- analyze social, philosophical, and cultural constructs and ideals in America as they are reflected in American art and architecture.
- Express clearly their own analyses and interpretations of arts, ideas, techniques, skills, and institutions, and use the vocabulary appropriate to the field. (SLO # 3)
- formulate and analyze meanings and functions of art objects and buildings.
- engage in formal analysis of art objects employing the vocabulary specific to the discipline of art history.
- demonstrate a basic understanding in the art media and the technical processes involved in the creation of art (woodcarving, basketry, ceramics, textiles etc).
- critique intercultural connections between pre-contact American and Western art and the resulted art forms of the post-contact era.
- Manage the ability to discuss works of art publicly. (SLO # 4)
- practice the visual analysis of art objects and monuments during oral presentations.
- associate the images of your chosen artwork to the art discussed in class.
- Choose and apply a variety of scholarly sources for research and express thoughts clearly in writing. (SLO # 5)
- research an art history topic on pre-contact American art or architecture using scholarly published and internet sources.
- synthesize the information and ideas and write a research paper with footnotes and bibliography.
ARTH 325 Native American Art History
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course studies the arts and culture of Native peoples of North America. It discusses the artistic traditions of native peoples of the Ancient and Eastern Woodlands, the Plains, the Southwest, California, the Northwest Coast, and the Arctic and Subarctic regions as well as examples of contemporary Native American art. Comparisons will be made between individual Native American cultures and between Native and Euro-centric cultures.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate an appreciation for the arts and traditions of the Native North Americans. (SLO #1)
- identify the arts and architecture of major Native American cultures including the ancient cultures of the Hopewell, the Mississippian, the Anasazi, as well as later ones such as the Navajo, Cheyenne, Chumash, and Inuit.
- enumerate the wide variety of Native American cultures.
- Formulate an historical, geographical and chronological context of Native American art. (SLO # 2)
- discuss forms in the arts and architecture of various regions of North America from the ancient to contemporary times.
- debate stylistic developments from the ancient to contemporary times.
- critique and analyze the contribution of Native American artists in contemporary arts.
- express clearly their own analyses and interpretations of arts, ideas, techniques, skills, and institutions, and use the vocabulary appropriate to the field. (SLO # 3)
- formulate and analyze meaning and purpose of art objects and buildings.
- engage in formal analysis of art objects employing the vocabulary specific to the discipline of art history.
- demonstrate a basic understanding in the material and the technical processes involved in the creation of art (woodcarving, basketry, ceramics, textiles etc).
- contrast and critique the artistic products of Native cultures with more Eurocentric cultures.
- Manage the ability to discuss works of art publicly. (SLO # 4)
- practice the visual analysis of art objects and monuments during oral presentations.
- examine and place the art objects in its cultural and social context.
- compare the images of your chosen art objects to those made by other Native cultures.
- Apply a variety of scholarly sources for research and express thoughts clearly in writing. (SLO # 5)
- analyze and research an art history topic on Native American art or architecture using scholarly published and internet sources.
- synthesize the information and ideas from your research and write a paper with footnotes and bibliography.
ARTH 328 Survey of African Art
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area C1; CSU Area C2; IGETC Area 3A; IGETC Area 3B
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is an introduction to the art and architecture of Africa in terms of its cultural and philosophical background; its materials and techniques; its aesthetic considerations; and its impact on 20th Century Western art.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate an appreciation for the arts and cultures of Africa. (SLO #1)
- identify the art and architecture of major African cultures including ancient Egypt and Nubia, Ife, or Benin.
- relate African art forms to the rest of the world in terms of material contribution.
- formulate an historical, geographical and chronological context of African art. (SLO # 2)
- differentiate between art and architecture of different geographic regions such as the Mediterranean, Sub-Saharan, tropics etc.
- discuss art forms and stylistic developments in the arts and architecture of various regions of Africa from ancient times to the 20th century.
- express clearly their own analyses and interpretations of arts, ideas, techniques, skills, and institutions, and use the vocabulary appropriate to the field. (SLO # 3)
- formulate and analyze meanings and functions of art forms throughout Africa.
- engage in formal analysis of art objects employing the vocabulary specific to the discipline of art history.
- demonstrate a basic understanding in the media and the technical processes involved in the creation of art objects (woodcarving, basketry, ceramics, textiles etc).
- critique intercultural connections between African and Western art, in particular the impact of African art on 20th century Western art
- manage the ability to discuss works of art publicly. (SLO # 4)
- practice the visual analysis of art objects and monuments during oral presentations.
- compare the images of your chosen artwork to those discussed in class.
- Choose and apply a variety of scholarly sources for research and express thoughts clearly in writing. (SLO # 5)
- research an art history topic on African art or architecture using scholarly published and internet sources.
- synthesize the information and write a research paper with footnotes and bibliography.
ARTH 332 Asian Art
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Advisory:ENGWR 300 with a grade of "C" or better
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
- C-ID:C-ID ARTH 130
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is an introduction to and comparative survey of the major forms and trends in the arts, architecture and artifacts of Asia from the Neolithic to the contemporary. The role of secular and religious ideas and ideals are examined, the similarities and differences among the cultures are assessed and the contributions to world culture will be appraised to create understanding, appreciation and tolerance. A regional or local field trip may be required.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- structure an historical, geographical and chronological context of art (SLO #1).
- differentiate stylistically among the arts of various regions of Asia, such as India, Southeast Asia, China and Japan, from antiquity to 1900.
- recognize the affect of Asian art and culture within contemporary global cultures.
- demonstrate an appreciation of artistic endeavors, cultural expressions, ideas and/or institutions through non-empirical, analytic, interpretive studies and critical thinking projects (SLO #2).
- reflect on the influence of culture, society philosophy and religion of a region upon art production and architecture.
- recognize and exercise critical thinking in cultural co-relationships and influences between Asian countries/regions but also between Asia and the West.
- apply a variety of scholarly sources for research within clearly written communication.
- recognize intercultural relations and influences of art themes and styles.
- manage the ability to discuss works of art publicly (SLO #3).
- discuss and clearly present observations of the form, style, and content within a range of works of art.
- analyze and interpret art based on the history, religion and ideology of Asian countries and properly use the vocabulary appropriate to the field.
ARTH 333 Introduction to Islamic Art
- Units:3
- Hours:54 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; CSU Area C2; IGETC Area 3A; IGETC Area 3B
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is a survey course that studies works of art and architecture produced by artists of Muslim countries and regions from the period of the early caliphates (c. 700) to the heights of the Islamic empires (c. 1700.) It provides fundamental information on the formation of Islamic art, its history and philosophy but also deals with the relationships between the Islamic, Asian, and Western artistic traditions. This course includes but is not limited to visual examples from the Middle East, Iran, India, North Africa and Spain.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate an awareness of the definition of "Islamic art"; detect and discuss the stereotyping challenges of the study of Islamic art (SLO #1).
- recognize and analyze the influential elements in the formation of Islamic art and assess the social and historical backdrop against which Islamic art flourished (SLO #2).
- identify the Biblical connections that trace Islam back to the other two Abrahamic traditions and their visual expression in art and architecture.
- recognize the principles of the Islamic faith and assess their direct impact on specific examples of art and architecture (e.g. the creation of the prayer niche or Mihrab).
- discuss the development of Islamic dynastic rules and their contribution to the Islamic culture; identify main schools of thought within the religion and analyze their impact on the building and expansion of empires and on their artistic production.
- evaluate the more unorthodox approach within the Islamic faith and its influence on the development of Islamic art and architecture through the conception of its own symbolic language (e.g. Sufi mystic dances, and the establishing of the Sufi sanctuaries).
- analyze examples of religious and secular architecture, and identify the different elements in the building plans and their functions, as well as their decorative elements (SLO #3).
- compare regional stylistic changes and periods to reveal artistic innovations.
- discuss the issue of patronage, limitations that regulated the artistic production, formation of guilds and religious endowments.
- incorporate the concept of methodology as it applies to the visual arts, particularly with respect to the Western vision of the Islamic east, "Orientalism," and the role of colonialism.
- demonstrate knowledge of the various types of books produced as well as types of visual arts involved such as calligraphy and book illumination (SLO #4).
- analytically address the issues of "figurative" and "non-figurative" art within the various regions impacted by Islam.
- recognize the importance of the development of libraries.
- assess the mutual impact of Islam and other cultures (SLO #5).
- examine similarities and difference reflected in the artwork produced in Asia and identify the Islamic and Asian elements.
- evaluate examples of art within Western traditions, specifically that of Christianity and Judaism, and identify the elements of mutual appropriation in their visual art.
- incorporate the concept of methodology as it applies to the visual arts, particularly with respect to the Western vision of the Islamic east, "Orientalism," and the role of colonialism.
- choose and apply a variety of scholarly sources for research and express thoughts clearly in writing (SLO #6).
- manage the ability to discuss works of art publicly (SLO #7).
- practice the visual analysis of Islamic art and architecture using art historical vocabulary.
ARTH 499 Experimental Offering in Art History
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC (Credit for variable topics courses is given only after a review of the scope and content of the course by the enrolling UC campus.)
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is the experimental courses description.
Art New Media (ARTNM) Courses
ARTNM 302 Digital Basics for Art New Media
- Units:1.5
- Hours:18 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is an introduction to the digital environment for Art New Media. Topics of Mac OS, digital vocabulary, scanning, saving and file formats will be included. Distinctions between vector, bitmap, and page layout applications will be made using Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign and/or Painter.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- integrate navigation skills in the Mac OS environment. SLO #1
- manage and apply scanning techniques. SLO #2
- distinguish appropriate file formats. SLO #3
- analyze distinctions between vector and bitmap imagery. SLO #4
- assess and define digital vocabulary appropriate for the Art New Media and Intermedia environment. SLO #5
ARTNM 324 Digital Design
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Advisory:ART 300, ART 320, CISC 302, or JOUR 330
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- General Education:AA/AS Area I
- C-ID:C-ID ARTS 250
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course is an introduction to computer-based design using the basic operating principles of vector graphics software. Design skills and the tools of the software application will be applied to produce an individual portfolio of projects. In-person field trips may be required that might require an entrance fee. Virtual online field trips may be substituted in a Distance Education format.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- ACQUIRE TECHNICAL SKILLS/DEXTERITY USING VECTOR SOFTWARE. SLO#1
- Analyze and apply basic operating principles of Vector drawing software.
- Apply vector software tools to create and manipulate vector designs and illustrations using Gestalt principles.
- Assess digital methods of input and output and file storage.
- STUDENT WILL ESTABLISH AN HISTORICAL, GEOGRAPHICAL, AND CHRONOLOGICAL CONTEXT OF DIGITAL ART. SLO#2
- Describe differences between traditional illustration and design and contemporary methods.
- STUDENT WILL DEVELOP SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF CRITIQUES. SLO#3
- Evaluate and assess the project from start to completion, articulating visual concepts related to completed work.
- STUDENT WILL ACQUIRE ANALYTICAL SKILLS AND A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE. SLO#4
- Define terms specific to computer illustration and design and computer graphics.
- Contrast on-screen color models such as RGB, LAB and HSB and print models such as Process, CMYK, and Pantone color.
- Implement visualization and thumbnail strategies to clarify an idea.
- Formulate, coordinate, and compose a project plan.
- Apply design and color principles and execute artwork with vector software towards an illustrated concept or identity.
ARTNM 420 Introduction to 3D Modeling
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Advisory:ART 320 and 370 with grades of "C" or better
- Transferable:CSU; UC
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This course introduces computer-generated three-dimensional, or CG 3D, modeling using industry standard software. The primary focus of this course is modeling using polygons, surfaces, and curves to produce quality demo reel renders of the models. Objects range from simplistic primitive shapes to sophisticated models of animals and plants. Software application tools, such as Autodesk Maya and Pixologic Zbrush, are applied to produce content for use in 3D printing, film, game, fine art, broadcast, medical and industrial animation, and more.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- ACQUIRE TECHNICAL SKILLS WITH 3D MODELING SOFTWARE. SLO#1
- Analyze and apply basic operating principles of digital modeling software.
- Apply digital modeling tools to create and manipulate three-dimensional, portfolio quality, polygon meshes.
- Create portfolio quality polygon meshes by translating a 2D image to a 3D object.
- Create portfolio quality images of digital models.
- DISCRIMINATE AND ANALYZE THE MAJOR CONCERNS OF DIGITAL MODELING: FORM DEVELOPMENT, TOPOLOGY, AND MODEL COSTS. SLO #2
- Compare and contrast form and space to shape and line.
- Define terms specific to digital modeling.
- Research industry-standard digital modeling techniques.
- Critique different forms and discuss the decision making process to be used during the creation of those forms.
- FORMULATE A CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK FOR THE FUTURE BY APPLYING ANALYTICAL SKILLS. SLO#3
- Gather photo reference, or create preliminary drawings to develop ideas.
- Evaluate how the level of craftsmanship and planning executed during production of a project directly relates to the precision and overall success evident in finished digital models.
- Synthesize a contextual understanding of digital production pipelines.
- INTEGRATE SELF-ANALYSIS AND EXTERNAL ANALYSIS THROUGH THE ACTIVITY OF CRITIQUES. SLO#4
- Evaluate and assess the project from start to completion, articulating visual concepts related to completed work.
- Critique the level of realism and believability of images, according to industry standards.
ARTNM 495 Independent Studies in Art New Media
- Units:1 - 3
- Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
An independent studies project involves an individual student or small group of students in study, research, or activities beyond the scope of regularly offered courses. See the current catalog section of "Special Studies" for full details of Independent Studies.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- SLO #1: Actively engage in intellectual inquiry beyond that required in order to pass a course of study (College Wide Learning Outcome – Area 4).
- Discuss and outline a proposal of study (that can be accomplished within one semester term) with a supervising instructor qualified within the discipline.
- Design an independent study (to be completed individually or by collaboration of a small group) to foster special knowledge, skills, and experience that are not available in any one regularly scheduled course.
- Use information resources to gather discipline-specific information.
- SLO #2: Utilize modes of analysis and critical thinking to apply theoretical perspectives and/or concepts in the major discipline of study to significant problems and/or educational activities (College Wide Learning Outcome – Area 3).
- Analyze and apply the knowledge, skills and experience that are involved in the independent study to theoretical perspectives and/or concepts in the major discipline of study.
- Explain the importance of the major discipline of study in the broader picture of society.
- SLO #3: Communicate a complex understanding of content matter of the major discipline of study (College Wide Outcome – Area 3).
- Demonstrate competence in the skills essential to mastery of the major discipline of study that are necessary to accomplish the independent study.
- SLO #4: Identify personal goals and pursue these goals effectively (College Wide Outcome – Area 4).
- Utilize skills from the “academic tool kit” including time management, study skills, etc., to accomplish the independent study within one semester term.
ARTNM 499 Experimental Offering in Art New Media
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Prerequisite:None.
- Transferable:CSU; UC (Credit for variable topics courses is given only after a review of the scope and content of the course by the enrolling UC campus.)
- Catalog Date:January 1, 2025
This is the experimental courses description.
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