Schedule of Classes

Visual art: its significance today and in history. Designed to enhance the student's understanding and enjoyment of painting, sculpture, and architecture.

Exploration of the creative thought process, leading to innovative and original solutions to visual communication problems. Concepts are developed using a variety of media ranging from hand-rendering to digital production. Emphasis is placed on creative thinking and professional presentation through all stages.

The production and design of functional ceramics. Repeatable up to 6 semester hours.

Kiln design, glaze formulation, and individual aesthetic development of techniques and concepts. May be repeated up to 6 hours.

Independent study in studio arts. Repeatable for a total of 6 hours credit.

Portfolio development, studio design and equipment as they relate to the individual artist. Repeatable up to 6 semester hours.

Design concepts and production techniques as they apply to ceramics sculpture. Repeatable up to 6 semester hours.

Independent study in studio arts. May be repeated in more than one area of art, for a total of 6 hours of credit.

Program of directed readings: analysis, synthesis, and interpretation of materials. Research paper required. May be repeated in more than one area of art history, for a total of 6 credit hours.

Analytical and conceptual evaluation of individual style and content emphasizing technical, creative, and digital competencies on a professional level. Repeatable to a maximum of 33 hours.

Techniques and material used in stoneware earthenware and porcelain production. Emphasis on creative development and technical competence. Repeatable to a maximum of 33 hours.

Technical and conceptual information about wood and stone carving and construction, welding and metal fabrication, foundry practice, emphasizing individual development. Repeatable to a maximum of 33 hours.

Advanced painting in the medium and direction of the student's choice. Emphasis on creative development and technical competence. Repeatable to a maximum of 33 hours.

Problems in area of students interest as advised by instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 18 hours.

A design problem that responds to social, economic, and environmental concerns created in consultation and collaboration with a corporation, institution, or government agency under the supervision of the faculty. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 hours.

Working with hypothetical environments and data, focuses on design development, problem-solving skills, visualization and invention. Concept, exploration emphasized while developing a personal creative vision and understanding of current graphic design practices and technology. Repeatable to a maximum of 33 hours.

At the beginning of the second semester, M.F.A. candidates submit a proposal that defines their evolving thesis work. During the last semester of their final year, all M.F.A. candidates will be registered for Art 699 and will present thesis exhibitions for review by graduate faculty and other invited guests. A written comprehensive exam done in consultation with the student's graduate committee supplements the exhibition.