2023-2024 BSC Catalog Updated_UG ONLY_FINAL[82]
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144 ACADEMIC PROGRAMS<br />
AR 222 CE Camera Mechanics and Composition (1)<br />
A studio experience investigating the manual controls of the Single Lens Reflex Camera<br />
(SLR), both film and digital, and the aesthetic effects of those controls and lens options<br />
on photographic compositions. The course introduces rudimentary silver and digital<br />
printing techniques, including scanning options for film images. The course is required<br />
for students interested in upper-level photography courses who have had no previous<br />
experience with SLR manual camera controls. An SLR camera, either film or digital,<br />
with manual control options is required. A Creative Expression designated course.<br />
AR 250 Drawing II (1)<br />
A studio experience focusing on figurative studies involving proportions of the human<br />
skeleton and life drawing. Course activities develop a personal imagery through a variety<br />
of techniques. Figure laboratory required. Prerequisite: AR 150. Fall.<br />
AR 293, 393, 493 Independent Study in Art (½ or 1)<br />
Directed study for advanced students in the major. Specific guidelines concerning<br />
independent study projects appear in the “Exploration Term and Contract Learning”<br />
section of this catalog.<br />
AR 297, 397, 497 Internship in Art (½ or 1)<br />
An internship opportunity allowing students to practice career skills and/or further<br />
develop abilities beneficial for graduate study. Specific guidelines concerning internships<br />
appear in the “Exploration Term and Contract Learning” section of this catalog.<br />
AR 298, 398, 498 Teaching Experience in Art (½ or 1)<br />
A contracted teaching experience that requires instructor approval. Specific guidelines<br />
concerning teaching experiences appear in the “Teaching Experiences” section of this<br />
catalog.<br />
AR 306 Painting I (1)<br />
A studio experience in the fundamentals of oil painting, exploring traditional subjects and<br />
concepts. Prerequisite: AR 150. Fall, Spring.<br />
AR 307 Painting II (1)<br />
Application of techniques presented in AR 306, with an investigative approach to<br />
materials and style and an emphasis on aesthetics. Prerequisite: AR 306. Fall, Spring.<br />
AR 308 Painting III (1)<br />
A studio experience in advanced techniques and conceptual approaches to painting,<br />
specifically in the development of works in series. Prerequisite: AR 307. Fall, Spring.<br />
AR 311 Sculpture I (1)<br />
A studio experience in several traditional sculptural concepts and media, including<br />
modeling, casting, and carving. Prerequisite: AR 112. Fall, Spring.<br />
Birmingham-Southern College <strong>Catalog</strong> <strong>2023</strong>-<strong>2024</strong>