VISUAL ARTS

Coordinator: Mr. Steven F. Gately

The visual arts program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).

MAJOR

A major in visual arts requires the following:

1. Visual Arts Foundation courses: Art 203, 204, 205, 206, 301; nine semester hours selected from Art 207, 208 or 218, 210, 215, and/or 230. Only 208 or 218 may count toward the general education requirements.

2. Art History Courses: Art History 220, 221; three semester hours selected from Art History 350, 360, and 370; and three semester hours selected from Art History 340, 380, 390, and 400.

3. Four courses in one specialty area:

a) Painting Specialty: Art 307, 407, and 6 semester hours of art studio courses approved by the faculty adviser.

b) Photography specialty: Art 308, 408, and 6 semester hours of art studio courses approved by the faculty adviser.

c) Ceramics Specialty: Art 310, 410, and 6 semester hours of art studio courses approved by the faculty adviser.

d) Graphic Design Specialty: Art 330, 430, and 6 semester hours of art studio courses approved by the faculty adviser.

4. Minor/collateral requirements (two options)

a) two 12-hour collaterals approved by the faculty adviser

b) an 18-hour minor approved by the faculty adviser

5. Completion of a foreign language through 202

The number of semester hours required in major courses for a major in Visual Arts is 36 of Visual Arts studio and 12 of Art History. The minimum number of semester hours in all courses (major and nonmajor) required for the major in Art is 126. A one-person show on the Francis Marion University campus is required during the final year of enrollment. The one-person show will be comprised of works from the student's specialty area and will be under the direction of the student's specialty area professor.

MINOR

A minor in visual arts requires 18 semester hours, including:

6 semester hours selected from Art 203, 204, 205, 206, 301;

6 semester hours selected from Art 207, 208 or 218, 210, 215,

and/or 230; (Only 208 or 218 may count toward the general education requirements)

3 semester hours of Art History; and

3 semester hours above the 299 level in any Visual Arts

studio course

COLLATERAL

A collateral in visual art requires 12 semester hours including:

3 semester hours selected from Art 203, 204, 205, 206, 301;

3 semester hours selected from Art 207, 208, 210, 215, 218, 230;

3 semester hours of Art History; and

3 semester hours above the 299 level in any Visual Arts

studio course

ART COURSES (ART)

101 Introduction to Art (3) Patterns of perception and understanding are established through analysis of major works of painting, sculpture, and architecture in a historical survey. The class format includes a liberal use of slides and occasional films.

203 Basic Drawing (3:1-5) Introduction to the fundamentals of drawing in pencil, charcoal, and pen and ink. Emphasis on line, value, and proportion. Both studio exercises from still life and landscape sketching are included, as well as the basics of perspective.

204 Two-Dimensional Design (3:1-5) Introduction to the elements and principles of design, as well as specific design applications through various materials and techniques; includes a thorough study of basic color theory and practice.

205 Three-Dimensional Design (3:1-5) Investigation of three-dimensional organization techniques, with special emphasis on the plastic controls of form and space. An introduction to tools and various sculptural media, including wood, plaster, and clay.

206 Technology in the Arts (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 204 or permission of department) Foundations of technology in the arts. Emphasis on the design, reproduction, and distribution of digital images.

207 Introductory Painting (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 203) Experiences in basic oil painting, mostly through the study of still life and landscape. Analyses of color mixing techniques, lighting, and composition.

208 Introductory Photography (3:1-5) Introduction to basic 35mm camera operation, black and white film processing, and darkroom procedures in enlarging and developing prints. Emphasis is on practicing technical skills and learning the basics of photographic composition.

210 Introductory Ceramics (3:1-5) Processes and techniques in both wheel-throwing and hand building in the art and craft of pottery. Throwing leads progressively toward stoneware clay tooling, decorating, glazing, and firing. Special emphasis is placed on ceramics for teachers.

215 Introduction to Printmaking (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 203, 204) Exploration of basic printmaking materials, techniques, and processes. Utilization of stenciling, woodcut techniques, linoleum block printing, monotype, collograph, stamp printing, collage relief, paper lithography, and basic bookmaking.

218 Introduction to Digital Photography (3:1-5) Introduction to Basic Digital Photography including camera operations and computer image manipulations. Emphasis is on learning basic camera functions, photographic compositions, and computer enhancement of photographic images.

230 Introduction to Graphic Design (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 206) Introduction to graphic design. Emphasis is on design of effective graphics for visual communication. Studio activities include layout and design using desktop publishing and computer software.

301 Figure Drawing (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 203) Intensive study of the human figure through studio sessions with models and through analysis of the drawings of the masters.

306 Special Topics in Visual Arts (3:1-5) In-depth study in a specialty area offered in the visual arts program. Group travel may be required depending upon specialty area. May be taken twice for academic credit with departmental approval.

307 Intermediate Painting (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 204, 207) Specific problems in modern styles and methods, with emphasis on experimentation with acrylic techniques. Canvas construction and preparation.

308 Intermediate Photography (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 208) Further development of photographic skills and concepts, including an introduction to color processes. Emphasis on design and expression.

310 Intermediate Ceramics (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 210) Further development of skills, techniques, and the aesthetics of clay. Acquaintance with work of potters past and present with special consideration of the Japanese tradition.

311 Ceramic Sculpture (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 205 or 210 or permission of department) Introduction to ceramic fabrication methods of slabwork, modeling from solid masses, and press molding. Survey of ancient through contemporary ceramic sculpture. Discussion of aesthetic and critical issues of form and content.

317 Watercolor (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 207) Introduction to basic watercolor materials and techniques through still life and landscape studies. Development of appreciation of watercolor as an art medium and as a means of rendering for design.

318 Alternative Photographic Processes (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 208) Emphasis on experimentation with alternative (non-silver) processes. Further development of photographic skills, techniques, and individual expression.

330 Intermediate Graphic Design (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 230) Further development of graphic design skills and understanding. Emphasis is on design of effective graphics and imagery for print and electronic publication. Studio activities include layout and design using desktop publishing and computer graphics software.

407 Advanced Painting (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 307) Emphasis on more individual expression and solving a pictorial problem in a consistent, related series of paintings. Knowledge of contemporary concepts is stressed.

408 Advanced Photography (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 308) Emphasis on sustained individual development. Completion of a photographic portfolio as a vehicle for personal expression of a theme or concept. Awareness of contemporary masters is stressed.

410 Advanced Ceramics (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 310) Advanced techniques in clay, with an emphasis on artistic discipline and sustained individual development; large two-piece forms; porcelain; philosophy; criticism; aesthetics.

430 Advanced Graphic Design (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 330) Continuation of graphic design sequence. Emphasis is on advanced projects for multi-part design publications. Students will work as a part of a design team to participate in development of design systems, image analysis, and media production. The course will include an introduction to design for time-based media.

431 Graphics Design for Hypertext Environments (3:1-5) (Prerequisite: 330 or permission of the department) Graphics and design for hypertext environments. Emphasis is on the role of images and design elements in an interactive environment

497 Special Studies (3), (2), or (1) (Prerequisite: Permission of department) As Needed. Open only to juniors or seniors with a GPA of 3.0 or higher in their major courses. A maximum of 3 semester hours may be earned. Academic Committee approval required for each seminar and practicum. All individual research projects are reviewed by three faculty members from two different disciplines.

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