General Catalog - John F. Kennedy University

School of Holistic StudiesA&C _____________________________________________________________________5550 MFA Review: Midpoint 1At the completion of the midpoint of the MFA program (completionof 45 units), a review is required to ensure the candidate’sappropriate progress through the program. A representativebody of the candidate’s artwork is examined and discussed bya committee of faculty who provide feedback regarding thestrengths and weaknesses of the artwork presented. The reviewoffers the candidate an opportunity for reflection on artisticachievements and personal growth made in the program.A&C 5555 MA Transformative Arts:Midpoint _____________________________________________________________________Review 1The midpoint review requires students in the MA TransformativeArts program to submit original artwork and a comprehensiveself-assessment to the faculty review committee. The committeeoffers feedback and insight into the student’s progress through theprogram and discusses the student’s overall goals and interestswithin the context of the MA program.A&C _____________________________________________________________________5603 Advanced Time-Based Seminar 3This seminar calls for group critique of individual artworkscreated by class members. Students explore complex aspectsof time- and space-based artwork. Open only to students withsubstantial experience in new genres, this seminar satisfiesstudio critique seminar requirements for MFA students.A&C _____________________________________________________________________5604 Time-Based Laboratory: Black Box 3This laboratory provides students with a studio-based approachto the personal exploration of new genres. Centered around the“Black Box” at the arts annex, students participate in class assignmentsas well as the presentation of individual works whichexplore time, space, light, and concept as formal elements ofindividual artwork. Special emphasis is placed on development ofpersonal approaches to working in experimental media and theawareness of the evolution and progression of the work over time.A&C _____________________________________________________________________5610 Drawing from the Body 3Students explore the technical and psychological dimensions ofdrawing from direct observations of the human form. Drawingfrom live models, class assignments, and group critiques helpstudents to develop their skills and awareness of the drawingprocess and its relationship to our own bodies.A&C _____________________________________________________________________5612 Ink, Brush, and Paper 2In this course, students examine the techniques and philosophiesassociated with east-Asian painting traditions. An introduction toAsian painting materials, techniques and imagery are importantparts of the course. Both calligraphy and landscape painting willbe introduced from the Asian perspective. Exercises in tai chi andQi Gong emphasize the relationship between Asian painting techniquesand cultural traditions of energetic flow of nature—“chi.”A&C _____________________________________________________________________5615 Poetics Seminar 3Exploration of poem-making as an expression of voice, feeling,and truth. Individual presentation of original poetry to the groupin conjunction with experiential exercises aimed at connectingthe process of poem-making to individual self-affirmation andwellness. The power of language as a transformative tool andindividual development of poetry as an artistic means of selfexpressionare emphasized.A&C _____________________________________________________________________5620 Book Arts 3The practice of contemporary book arts embraces conceptsthat are wide ranging and inclusive of every form and materialimaginable including installation and worldwide mail artsprojects. Students explore the multidimensional symbolism of“the book” through integration of content structure, story, text,and spirit. Studio assignments, readings, class discussions, andlectures challenge the students.A&C _____________________________________________________________________5632 Advanced Painting Seminar 3This seminar is an intensive studio for students who havesubstantial experience in the field of painting either with oils oracrylics. Individual and group critiques as well as lectures anddemonstrations will be offered on alternating weeks, with openstudio sessions. Emphasis is placed on developing the philosophical,personal, and formal elements of painting.A&C _____________________________________________________________________5660 Individual Mentorship 1–5Individual studio practice with an approved mentor selected froma network of working visual artists in the Bay Area is provided.Students meet individually with mentors several times over thecourse of the quarter to develop technical, conceptual and professionalskills. A written assessment of the mentorship is required.A&C _____________________________________________________________________5662 Community Mentorship 1–3Students choose projects that allow them to work as a volunteerfor an approved community organization such as an art gallery,community workshop, school, or counseling center. Studentscomplete specific projects under the supervision of a designatedstaff member from the sponsoring institution.A&C _____________________________________________________________________5663 Group Mentorship 1–3In special situations, several students may work with the samementor at the same time. These arrangements sometimes allowfor a wider exchange of experiences and ideas than might occurin an individual mentorship.A&C _____________________________________________________________________5670 Group Studio Practice 1–3Group studio practice involves any of a variety of courses thataddress the formal, technical, and experiential aspects ofart-making. Varying courses exploring the transpersonal aspectsof drawing, painting, multimedia, installation, and performanceare offered. Other courses may be offered based on student interest.This course may be retaken for additional credit.A&C _____________________________________________________________________5675 Artists’ Resources: Career Pathways 3Students examine the skills and practices necessary for artists toapply creative work to society and marketplace. Grants, galleries,teaching, and other career-related issues are discussed. Resourcesfor the pursuit of appropriate avenues of professional developmentare examined in depth.School ofHolistic StudiesJohn F. Kennedy UniversitySchool of Holistic Studies 129