2008-2009 Academic Catalog - Queens University of Charlotte

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ART 101 Introduction to Art
Designed for the student with little or no art experience who wishes to gain understanding of
the language of art (composition, line, space, color, etc.) and art's significance in human terms.
Involves slide presentations and classroom discussions of art works within an historical context.
Fall Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
ART 204 Drawing
Emphasis on drawing through close observation of nature and as an expressive medium for
communicating felt responses to subject matter. Exercises in contour, gesture, modeled form
and light, using still life, landscape and the human figure. Media will include pencil, charcoal
and ink. Spring Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
UNDERGRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
ART 208 Graphic Design I
In this class students are introduced to the basic principles of graphic design and e-design as
they relate to designing in general as well as for the internet and multimedia. Applications such
as Photoshop and Illustrator will be explored. Fall Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
ART 215 Ancient to Early Renaissance Art
A survey of stylistic developments and cultural contexts in architecture, sculpture, painting and
the minor arts of the Mediterranean and European countries from prehistoric times to approximately
1500 CE. Fall Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
ART 216 High Renaissance Art to the Present
A survey of stylistic developments and cultural contexts in architecture, sculpture, painting and
the minor arts of Europe and America from approximately 1500 CE to the present day. Spring
Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
ART 223 Ceramics
Fundamentals of both hand building and throwing on the potter's wheel. Hand-building techniques
will include pinch, coil and slab construction. Glaze instructions will stress the relationships
between form and color. Fall/Spring Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
ART 226 Digital Photography
This course introduces digital photographic equipment, theory and processes. Students will be
instructed in camera operation, composition, computer photo manipulation and creative expression.
Students will also learn the concepts and processes of photo manipulation through complex
composite images, special effects, color balancing and image/text integration. Fall/Spring
Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
ART 227 Photography I
Photography used as an expressive medium and as a tool for exploring visual experience. Emphasis
will be on selection and treatment of subject matter. Students will learn necessary skills
in photographic technique and be acquainted with the historical development of photography.
Fall/Spring Term, every year. 3 Hrs.
ART 235 Two-Dimensional Design Lab
This course introduces the elements of art and principles of design as they apply to two-dimensional
art. Emphasis is placed on the application of structural elements and the application of
the principles of visual organization and the theories of color. Upon completion, students will be
able to apply the theoretical and analytical applications of two-dimensional design in their advanced
studio art classes. Spring Term, every year. 3 Hrs.