Fine Arts
Introduction to Drawing
Students will learn the fundamentals of drawing in the field of visual art. They will study and practise various technical approaches to drawing in a variety of media. Students will also explore personal subjectivity through lectures and class discussions.
Introduction to Painting
Students will study the fundamental materials, methods, and techniques of painting. They will practise and develop painting skills through technical and creative challenges. students will also explore personal subjectivity in relation to historical movements and current trends in art through studio activity, lectures, and class discussions.
History of Western Art: Prehistoric to Early Renaissance
Students will study the main achievements of Western Art from the Prehistoric period to the Early Renaissance in Europe. They will examine the impact of religious, political, societal, and technological developments on art.
History of Western Art: Renaissance to 20th Century
Students will study the main achievements of Western Art from the Renaissance to the 20th century in Europe and North America. They will examine the impact of religious, political, societal, and technological developments on art.
Modern Art: 1850 - 1944
Students will study the development of Modern Art from Realism to Surrealism in Europe and America. They will identify the important issues related to Modernism and the impact of economic, societal, and technological developments on the Modernist period.
Non-Western Art
Students will study the history of art outside the traditional western perspective. They will explore important periods, styles and artistic traditions from a variety of ethnic, cultural, and historical contexts. Students will examine the political, religious and social issues informing and influencing the visual arts.
FINA 1126 cr-3
Canadian Art 1600 - Present
Students will examine the development of Canadian art from the 1600's to the present and they will examine the works as products of specific historical contexts. They will also assess the influence of social, economic, and political circumstances.
Ceramics I
Students will learn fundamental processes of handling and firing ceramic materials of different sizes, thicknesses, and textures. They will work with basic techniques of clay preparation, joining, building, drying, glazing, and firing while developing personal expression through form, colour, and texture.
Introduction to Sculpture
Students will study the fundamental concepts, methods, and materials of contemporary sculpture. They will survey major movements in sculpture over the last century through slide lectures, demonstrations, and individual and group critiques. Students will integrate theory and practice through technical challenges presented by processes and materials.
FINA 1135 cr-3
Introduction to New Media
Students will learn to use digital imaging software such as Adobe Photoshop and Premiere in a lab setting. They will create artwork that emphasizes the historical and conceptual elements of digital technologies in contemporary art.
Introduction Intaglio
FINA 1142 is an introduction to the art, theory and practice of both Drypoint and Intaglio. This course will be heavily weighted towards demonstration to ensure the student’s thorough grasp of technical issues and competency in utilizing them. In the Printshop, students will be encouraged to learn from each other and contribute to the operation of the facility as a learning/working environment. Lectures will deal with both historical and contemporary issues and practices in printmaking.
Course revised: effective Sept. 2004
Revision:
Introduction to Print Media
Students will study the historical and contemporary role of print in the field of visual arts. They will develop visual imagery by exploring conceptual interests and learning technical aspects of relief, screenprinting, and intaglio.
Introduction to Printmaking
The course will commence with the most direct and least technically complex printmaking method, collograph, and move on to the more complex methods of silk screen, relief printmaking and etching. The definition of Fine Arts prints, as opposed to reproductions, will be discussed.
Monotype -The Painted Print
Students will explore processes that combine painting and drawing with printmaking. They will investigate the interdisciplinary possibilities in these areas of study. Students will experiment with a variety of different techniques under the categories of both monotype and monoprint.
Issues in Contemporary Art
Students will study contemporary issues in the visual arts at an introductory level. They will explore issues of local, national and international art practice and criticism from 1980 to the present.
Visual Language and Composition
Students will investigate and discuss how visual elements, medium, and concept mutually influence each other in two-dimensional images. They will give form to ideas, insights, and emotions by exploring creative processes and diverse materials. Students will learn the terminology of visual language and the strategies of composition.
Color Theory and Practice
Students will learn the theory and uses of color in art and the contemporary environment. Students will gain practice in color mixing and manipulating color to produce specific visual effects.
Photography I
Students will be introduced to black and white photography. They will learn how to use a 35mm camera, film processing, basic darkroom techniques, and the use of natural light. They will develop a personal vision, individual thought processes and critiquing ability.
Drawing II
Students will investigate both traditional and non-traditional strategies for creating art through drawing. They will practise the fundamentals of drawing while expanding their artistic expression in relation to contemporary art.
Painting II
Students will focus on the fundamental materials, methods, and issues of contemporary painting. They will also develop their abilities to complete projects in an innovative and creative manner.
Contemporary Art: 1945 to Present
Students will study the development of Contemporary Art in Western society from the Abstract Expressionist period to the present. They will examine the impact of social, political, economic, stylistic, and technological influences.
Discontinued: September 2003
Ceramics II
Students will review and reinforce skills and develop them to a higher degree of sophistication and complexity. They will focus on developing complete control of the medium at this level and will accept more responsibility for firing. Students will search for unusual approaches to, and ways of, using ceramic materials and will work toward defining their own personal style.
Sculpture II
Students will investigate and debate a blend of traditional and non-traditional strategies for making sculpture. In addition to slide lectures, demonstrations, and individual and group critiques, they will use processes, materials, and display methods to reflect the complex nature of contemporary sculptural practice. Students will also use local resources such as libraries, galleries, and museums.
Intermediate Intaglio
Students will continue to explore the techniques acquired in
FINA 1142. Using their own imagery and in consultation with the instructor, they will employ these techniques to produce editioned suite of five prints.
Course Revised: effective Sept. 2004
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Intermediate Print Media
Students will explore techniques in various print forms and to develop advanced approaches in intaglio and screenprinting including photographic and digital imaging. They will also develop their conceptual interests and visual language through assigned projects and class discussions.
Exploring Printmaking
Students will develop at least four major projects using both previously gained skills and new techniques. They will participate in experimentation, invention and individual research.
Prerequisites:
FINA 1144 or permission of Instructor
Form, Structure and Materials
Students will study the fundamental principles of design, focusing on three-dimensional space. They will explore the significance of form, purpose, and materials to the overall design. Assignments will be based on design problems in the students’ environment.
Photography II
Students will be introduced to archival printing processes on fiber-based paper. They will continue to investigate the effects of natural and artificial light on photographic imagery. Students will visit galleries and perform individual research on photographic artists and they will continue their personal development through a variety of projects.
Advanced Drawing/Senior Studio I
Students will focus on developing their abilities to respond, in a personal and creative way, to the challenges of assignments. They will investigate and research alternative forms of expression as they develop and re-evaluate their work. To assist in this investigation, students will study contemporary trends in art and various artistic practices, both current and historical.
Advanced Painting Studio I
Students will focus on developing their abilities to respond, in a personal and creative way, to the challenges of painting assignments. They will investigate and research alternative forms of expression as they develop and re-evaluate their work. Students will study contemporary trends in art and various artistic practices, both current and historical, to assist in this process.
Ceramics III
Students will build on existing skills and engage in personal research, experimentation and self-directed learning. They will use additional techniques such as slip casting and mural tile production with the goal of developing greater expression, originality, and a defined personal style.
Sculpture III
Students will study sculpture within the framework of site-specific projects. They will generate ideas from the characteristics of a site, drawing on their particular interests in processes and materials. Assignments will frequently be collaborative in nature and centered on extensive use of the studio. Students will be expected to prepare for critiques.
FINA 2342 cr-3
Advanced Print Media
Students will specialize in one or more print media of their choice to develop a body of work. They will initiate self-directed projects in order to examine ideas and practices in contemporary print media. Students will investigate the possibilities of extending print media into other art forms such as print installations, artists' books, and multiples.
Design III
Students will study the use of design elements and principles in the built environment. They will focus on developing and applying skills of problem solving, design planning, and fabrication techniques to product design.
Advanced Drawing/Senior Studio II
Students will pursue and define their own personal approach to drawing in the field of contemporary art. They will conduct research and complete both assigned and self-directed projects. Students will lead discussions and critique the work of contemporary artists, as well as the work of their peers.
Advanced Painting Studio II
Students will pursue and define their own approach to painting in the field of contemporary art. They will conduct research and complete both assigned and self-directed projects. Students will lead discussions and critique the work of contemporary artists, as well as the work of their peers.
Ceramics IV
Students will concentrate on the integration of ceramic forms, surfaces, and materials in the development of a personal style and will aim for originality and expressiveness. They will set many of their own objectives within the framework of specific assignments and learn advanced firing techniques.
Sculpture IV
Students will pursue a personal study of sculpture, working on self-directed projects under supervision of the instructor. The student and instructor will agree on timelines, material and conceptual research, and a detailed series of questions guiding the students' inquiry. Students will use critiques and input from instructors to guide the evolution of their projects. They will prepare for and generate class discussions.
Design IV
Students will study basic design concepts and procedures relating to successful design problem solving. They will develop specific designs in their areas of concentrated study chosen in
FINA 2365.
