1003 Introduction to Art Theory I. Corequisite: ART 1013 and 1023. Emphasis on critical thinking and a broad introduction to the aesthetic vocabulary of form, concept, criticism, and historical theories in the visual arts. Students will develop skills to articulate and defend a critical position about an artist, piece of work, or an exhibition through written and oral presentation. One of five foundation courses in the School of Art and Art History. (F, Sp)
1103 Introduction to Art Theory II. Prerequisite: 1003; corequisite: ART 1113. Continuation of 1003. Emphasis on development of higher-level critical thinking skills learned from Introduction to Art Theory I. Further discourse of art theories, content, and meaning with emphasis on interpretation and judgement. One of five foundation courses in the School of Art and Art History. (F, Sp)
3930 Special Topics in Theory and Criticism. Prerequisite: junior standing. May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit six hours. Covers various topics dealing with diverse issues relating to the visual arts. (Irreg.)
3933 Business of Art: Professional Presentation. Prerequisite: junior standing. Students will participate in exercises and assignments designed to improve written, verbal and visual abilities vital to exhibition opportunities, gallery practice, employment in art related fields, and future career aspirations including pursuing an MFA terminal degree. Additionally, this course will touch on some related legal issues associated with art production, commissions and contracts. (Irreg.)
3943 Media Arts Seminar. Prerequisite: 2010 or 2803 or permission of instructor. May be repeated with change of topic; maximum credit nine hours. Seminar presents topics that are related to the media arts which may not utilize production as an element of the course. Topics may include but are not limited to critical viewing of specific genres of work, producing methods, and current issues within media arts culture. (Irreg.)
4433 Seminar--Contemporary Artist I (Slashlisted with 5433). Prerequisite: junior standing. May be repeated once with change of content; maximum credit six hours. Specific artists change each semester. The seminar presents the work of artists that deals with issues of race, class and gender as well as formalist modes. The aim is to facilitate the student/artist to perceive of his or her own works of art in a thoughtful manner. No student may earn credit for both 4433 and 5433. (F, Sp)
4443 Seminar--Contemporary Artist II (Slashlisted with 5443). Prerequisite: junior standing. May be repeated once with change of content; maximum credit six hours. Specific artists change each semester. The seminar presents the work of artists that deals with issues of race, class and gender as well as formalist modes. The aim is to facilitate the student/artist to perceive of his or her own works of art in a thoughtful manner. No student may earn credit for both 4443 and 5443. (F, Sp)
4693 Contemporary Native American Artist. Prerequisite: junior standing. Discussion of the broad and modern sensibilities that exist and make up the contemporary diversity of the indigenous arts and people of the North American hemisphere. May include but not limited to artwork dealing with race, class, tribal sovereignty as well as formalist modes. Introduction to a survey of common methods of contemporary artistic practice. (Irreg.) [IV-NW]
4853 Photography: Theory and Criticism. Prerequisite: majors with junior standing or permission of instructor. May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit 9 hours. Covers various topics related to critical issues in photographic thought and cultural studies. Students will examine literary resources, view various media sources and participate in a variety of interactions with peers and available guests. (Irreg.)
4893 Contemporary Native American Artist II (Slashlisted with 5893). Prerequisite: junior standing. A continuation of 4693. Student will learn the modern sensibilities that make up the contemporary diversity of indigenous arts and people of this hemisphere. No student may earn credit for both 4893 and 5893. (Sp)
4923 Special Topics in Art Theory and Criticism. Prerequisite: junior standing. May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit six hours. Covers various topics dealing with diverse issues relating to the visual arts. (Irreg.)
4930 Special Topics in Theory and Criticism (Slashlisted with 5930). Prerequisite: junior standing. May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit six hours. Covers various topics dealing with diverse issues relating to the visual arts. No student may earn credit for the same topic for both 4930 and 5930. (Irreg.)
G5013 Graduate Seminar. Prerequisite: graduate standing. A required course during the first semester that focuses upon developing an informed approach to the art making process. It will utilize readings, writings, and visual references to form a basis for discussions. Each student will conduct a presentation on the aesthetic basis of their own work to the class. (F, Sp)
G5433 Seminar--Contemporary Artist I (Slashlisted with 4433). Prerequisite: junior standing. May be repeated once with change of content; maximum credit six hours. Specific artists change each semester. The seminar presents the work of artists that deals with issues of race, class and gender as well as formalist modes. The aim is to facilitate the student/artist to perceive of his or her own works of art in a thoughtful manner. No student may earn credit for both 4433 and 5433. (F, Sp)
G5443 Seminar--Contemporary Artist II (Slashlisted with 4443). Prerequisite: junior standing. May be repeated once with change of content; maximum credit six hours. Specific artists change each semester. The seminar presents the work of artists that deals with issues of race, class and gender as well as formalist modes. The aim is to facilitate the student/artist to perceive of his or her own works of art in a thoughtful manner. No student may earn credit for both 4443 and 5443. (F, Sp)
G5893 Contemporary Native American Artist II (Slashlisted with 4893). Prerequisite: graduate standing. A continuation of 5693. Student will learn the modern sensibilities that make up the contemporary diversity of indigenous arts and people of this hemisphere. No student may earn credit for both 4893 and 5893. (Sp)
G5930 Special Topics in Theory and Criticism (Slashlisted with 4930). Prerequisite: graduate standing. May be repeated with change of content; maximum credit six hours. Covers various topics dealing with diverse issues relating to the visual arts. No student may earn credit for the same topic for both 4913 and 5913. (Irreg.)
G6881 Thesis Proposal/Statement. Prerequisite: 5013. Provides guidance for the development of the thesis exhibition proposal and the written statement required to accompany the exhibition of visual work. The student enrolls in this course the semester prior to the thesis exhibition and may enroll again for completion of the written component. (F, Sp)
Updated: April 17, 2009