2019-2020 BSC Catalog

134 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
in mixed media. Emphasis is on matching the medium to the individual’s strengths.
Figure laboratory required. Prerequisite: AR 150.
AR 356 Observational Drawing (1)
An investigation of light, surface, and form in natural objects and depth and perspective
in architecture. Students will also draw inspiration from works in the Birmingham
Museum of Art and from other local destinations that may include the zoo, botanical
gardens, and downtown. Figure laboratory required. Prerequisite: AR 250.
AR 372 WR Research Methodologies in Studio Art (1)
Develops conceptual and critical analysis skills crucial to the maturation of the studio
artist; culminates in the production of both a visual portfolio and written work
demonstrating conceptual sophistication. All studio art majors are required to take this
course in the spring of their third year of study. A Writing Reinforcement designated
course. Prerequisites: AR 111, AR 112, AR 150, AR 250, and three 300-level courses in
studio concentration or permission of the art faculty.
AR 435 Advanced Printmaking (1)
A studio experience that concentrates and expands on established print processes.
Processes learned in 300-level printmaking courses will provide the foundation for
developing a greater understanding of the relationship between techniques and concepts.
The course will develop students’ awareness of their creative potential and will explore
the relationship between technical and aesthetic consideration in classic and
contemporary printmaking. Prerequisites: two units from AR 330, AR 331, AR 332, AR
333, and AR 334. Fall, Spring.
AR 471 Senior Studio I (1)
A course for B.A. and B.F.A. studio art degree candidates that leads to the production of
a series of related works in the student’s area of specialization. For the B.A. student, the
course fulfills the senior capstone experience and will culminate in a public talk and a
written formal statement. A public exhibition of completed work is optional. For the
B.F.A. student, the course is the first of three courses (AR 471, AR 472, and AR 499)
that comprise the senior capstone experience; the completion of all three courses will
culminate in a public exhibition, a public talk, a formal artist’s statement, and a written
thesis. The major components of this course will include weekly critiques, a written
statement of purpose, and the development of a formal statement that outlines the
conceptual and visual basis of the student’s work. Instructor consent required.
Prerequisites: completion of three AR courses at the 300 or 400 level in the studio
concentration and senior standing. Fall.
AR 472 Senior Studio II (1)
Final component of the Senior Capstone experience for the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree
in studio art. The course will culminate in the B.F.A. exhibition in BSC’s Durbin Gallery,
written thesis, oral presentation, and digital portfolio. This capstone experience is
evaluated by studio art faculty. Prerequisites: AR 471 and AR 499. Spring.
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2019-2020