Art

AR 101 Drawing I (3) Prereq.: Commercial art concentration or art second teaching field, minor, or broad field. Drawing is the key discipline upon which all the multiple techniques of the visual arts are based. This course emphasizes basic terminology, materials, and techniques. Students apply the techniques of line, tone, perspective, and composition as they interpret and render visual images. Meets 6 hours a week. Fall sem.

AR 102 Drawing II (3) Prereq.: AR 101. Building upon the fundamentals of Drawing I, this course allows the student to further develop and refine their skills to create quality work. Students draw several pieces with a greater emphasis on life and figure drawing. Meets 6 hours a week. Spring sem.

AR 111 Principles of Drawing (3) Prereq.: Open to all students except commercial art concentration or art minor, second teaching field, or broad field. Drawing is examined as a helpful tool to use in solving visual problems. The emphasis is on acquiring basic skills and learning to see, interpret, and render visual images. Students apply basic principles of drawing for several practical projects. Meets 6 hours a week. Fall sem.

AR 120 Digital Typography (2) Prereq.: Concentration in advertising/public relations, commercial art, commercial writing, graphic design or media production; teaching field in art; minor in advertising, art, graphic design, or Web development; or broad field in art, commercial writing, or graphic design. In this class the student will gain skill in using type to communicate in print, basic page layout, and design. The proper use of display and text typography is studied with regard to size, appropriateness, leading, contrast, fit, and readability. Students use Macintosh computers and the commercial applications associated with page layout, including Adobe InDesign, to complete lab exercises and projects. Meets 3 hours a week.

AR 130 Yearbook Production (2) Yearbook production is a study of the organization of a school yearbook. Students examine coverage, layout and design, copywriting, and photographic composition in preparation for either advising or working on a yearbook staff.

AR 201 Design Fundamentals I (2) Prereq.: Commercial art concentration or art second teaching field or broad field. An introduction to the principles and elements of design. Students investigate each element in a project with an emphasis on draftsmanship and control. Meets 4 hours a week. Fall sem.

AR 202 Design Fundamentals II (2) Prereq.: AR 201. The practical understanding and application of color theory for graphic design and illustration is the core of this class. Students incorporate color interpretation, harmony, and quality into their work as they create several design projects. Meets 4 hours a week. Spring sem.

AR 203 Basic Painting I (2) Prereq.: AR 102 and commercial art concentration or art minor. An introduction to painting with oils. The emphasis is on building observation and paint application skills. Hue, value, intensity, and placement of color are studied while students paint landscapes, still lifes, and portraits. Personal and group critiques and instructor demonstrations help students to progress rapidly. Meets 4 hours a week. Fall sem.

AR 204 Basic Painting II (2) Prereq.: AR 203. This media and techniques course involves students in the use of watercolor, acrylics, and mixed media. Materials and methods will be discussed, demonstrated, and researched as students are challenged to paint original compositions. Meets 4 hours a week. Spring sem.

AR 208 History of Art (3) This course is a visual and cultural study of art beginning with cave paintings to the present. The areas of study include paintings, sculpture, pottery, architecture, and illustration. Students analyze works from many cultures from a traditional perspective (in the tradition of realism of the Masters) of all the arts. Spring sem.

AR 212 Conceptual Design (2) Prereq.: AR 111; or AR 101, and art minor or broad field; or Web development minor. This course has been developed with the non-art major in mind. The student is introduced to the principles, elements, and discipline of creating visual concepts. Students complete projects emphasizing draftsmanship, creativity, and the use of materials. Meets 4 hours a week. Spring sem.

AR 213–414 Figure Painting (1 each) Prereq.: AR 204 for AR 213, and then each level requires the preceding one. In this elective course, students use live models as they are introduced to painting the human head in oils. The emphasis is on correct drawing as it pertains to painting, strong value contrasts, edge control, and color. Students begin painting in black, white, and the grays, then progress to full color the second semester. The advanced student will further his study by painting half- and full-figure works. Each course meets 2 hours a week.

AR 218 Photography I (2) Photography is a critical tool for the artist and designer. A basic study of its history, tools, and procedures are covered in this class. All work will be done digitally as students are taught to operate a digital-SLR camera and edit and store their own photographic images. Students use these skills to communicate visual ideas or to use photography as an artistic end in itself. The student must have a manual mode digital camera capable of 4 mega pixels and a jump drive with at least 1GB capacity. Meets 4 hours a week.

AR 220 Digital Graphics (2) Prereq.: AR 120. In this class, students complete projects that familiarize them with basic design, publishing and the commercial applications used to create digital graphics on Macintosh computers including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.

AR 221 Principles of Painting (2) Prereq.: AR 202 or 212; may not be taken by commercial art concentration or art minor. An introduction to painting techniques in media such as watercolor, gouache, acrylic, and mixed media. Materials and methods will be discussed, demonstrated, and researched as students are challenged to paint original compositions. Fall sem.

AR 223–224 3-D Low Relief Illustration (1) Prereq.: AR 102 and 202. In this course the student analyzes the history, materials, modeling, casting, and finishing of three-dimensional illustrations. Fall sem.

AR 231–432 Yearbook Practicum (1 each) Prereq.: Student must be a member of the yearbook staff. Students earn credit for actual work on the Summit and will be given basic guidelines for design, copywriting, and photography composition. Students apply their skills of time management, teamwork, and organization while working irregular hours at night in a professional office setting.

AR 303 Advanced Drawing (2) Prereq.: AR 102. This drawing class emphasizes the figure with a detailed examination of the head and hand. Concept and composition, line and tonal quality are stressed as disciplines. Students refine their technique by completing several drawings ranging from quick sketches to long-term drawings. Meets 4 hours a week. Fall sem.

AR 304 Advanced Painting (2) Prereq.: AR 204 and 303. The student is exposed to oil painting and its use as a commercial medium. Students complete an in-depth study of a Master that complements a self-directed group of paintings. Meets 4 hours a week. Spring sem.

AR 308 Photography II (2) Prereq.: AR 218. Students apply the knowledge acquired in AR 218 by taking photographs for the Summit. The student must own or have access to digital-SLR camera with an adjustable lens and a separate flash.

AR 309 Photography III (2) Prereq.: AR 308. Students apply the knowledge acquired in AR 218 by taking photographs for the Summit. The student must own or have access to digital-SLR camera with an adjustable lens and a separate flash.

AR 310 Calligraphy (1) Prereq.: AR 202 and junior or senior commercial art concentration or art teaching field; or AR 212 and advertising/ public relations, commercial writing, or graphic design concentration or art or graphic design minor. Students use a variety of stylus types and stroke techniques to correct several example works while developing competence in basic calligraphic letter forms. Meets 2 hours a week. Spring sem.

AR 317 Graphic Design I (3) Prereq.: AR 202 or 212, and 220. The studio techniques that solve graphic production problems are studied in this class. Students complete various projects using Macintosh computer technology as they receive practical training in layout, type specification, and the preparation of graphic materials for printing. Meets 6 hours a week. Fall sem.

AR 318 Graphic Design II (2) Prereq.: AR 317. The principles and concepts that govern visual communication are studied in depth. A working knowledge of current computer technology, printing methods, paper, binding, inks, and color separation is gained. Students complete several practical assignments that require the use of creativity to solve design problems and prepare complicated materials for reproduction. Meets 4 hours a week. Spring sem.

AR 321 Illustration I (3) Prereq.: AR 202, 204, and 299. The fundamental techniques of communicating visually through illustration are covered in this class. Case histories are used to demonstrate the steps illustrations go through from initial client description to finished reproductions. Students solve practical problems that illustrators encounter in the marketplace and ministry. Meets 6 hours a week. Fall sem.

AR 322 Illustration II (3) Prereq.: AR 321. Emphasis is placed on full-color illustration and the use of a wide variety of color mediums. Students create several technical and editorial illustrations. Meets 6 hours a week. Spring sem.

AR 325 Introduction to Modern Publication (2) Prereq.: AR 318. This course investigates aspects of publication design and layout. Students will learn the history of printing technology and how to properly set up documents for modern press, binding methods, and layout. Fall sem.

AR 326 Modern Publication I (2) Prereq.: AR 325. An overview of the philosophy, business practices, and communication principles used in the publishing industry. All steps from concept to published work will be studied as students gain practical experience producing the PCC Fountains magazine. Spring sem.

AR 336, 337 Commercial Art Internship (3 each) Prereq.: for AR 336 is AR 299; for AR 337 is AR 336. Students receive practical commercial art experience in this internship. Regular eighthour working days are spent in a professional environment at an approved off-campus site. Students create valuable additions to their portfolios. Interterm, Post-term and Summer.

AR 346, 347 Graphic Design Internship (3 each) Prereq.: for AR 346 is AR 298; for AR 347 is AR 346. Students receive practical graphic design experience in this internship. Regular eight-hour working days are spent in a professional environment at an approved off-campus site. Students create valuable additions to their portfolios. Interterm, Post-term and Summer.

AR 400 Studio Research (3) Prereq.: AR 304, 318, 322, and senior commercial art concentration. Students learn presentation techniques and how to develop a portfolio of their work suitable for job interviews. This is an individualized work time under the supervision of an instructor, during which the student prepares for his senior portfolio exhibit and develops an effective résumé. Every student presents a portfolio exhibit prior to graduation. Meets 6 hours a week. Fall sem.

AR 401 Web Programming for the Designer (3) Prereq.: AR 317 and junior graphic design or advertising/public relations concentration. The student will gain a general working knowledge of Web page design AR 231–432 cont. course descriptions 161 through the use of Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) design techniques. Students apply graphic design skills to Web design by creating aesthetically pleasing Web pages. Fall sem.

AR 402 Web Site Design (3) Prereq.: AR 401. In this practical course students learn Web design, CSS design techniques, page layout, typography, and the proper preparation of graphics content for the Web. Students design a publishable Website using professional tools such as Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop, ImageReady and Flash. Spring sem.

AR 411 Communicative Research (3) Prereq.: Credit for or concurrent enrollment in AR 318 and graduating senior commercial art or graphic design concentration. This course traces the history of graphic design and commercial art as the foundation for creative works. As a result of research of an individual artist, students create several works of art in their chosen field of emphasis such as painting, illustration or graphic design. Meets 6 hours per week. Spring sem.

(For AR 418, see DP 418)

AR 420 Advertising Design I (2) Prereq.: AR 318. This course concentrates on the use of graphics, typography, and photography as applied to an advertising campaign. Students demonstrate how to build corporate identity and branding by developing a comprehensive advertising campaign. Emphasis is on each student developing a well-rounded portfolio. Meets 4 hours a week. Fall sem.

AR 421 Advertising Design II (2) Prereq.: AR 420. This course involves the development of ideas and the ability to communicate them effectively. Students solve problems of design facing advertising creators while they complete several projects designed to emphasize corporate identity and branding. Meets 4 hours a week. Spring sem.

AR 426 Modern Publication II (2) Prereq.: AR 326. Students gain practical experience in publishing by individually producing a book layout, preparing it for professional print, and having it printed. Spring sem.

AR 440 Portfolio Research (1) Prereq.: Credit for or concurrent enrollment in AR 420 and senior graphic design concentration. Students learn presentation techniques and how to develop a portfolio of their work suitable for job interviews. This is an individualized work time under the supervision of an instructor, during which the student prepares for his senior portfolio exhibit and develops an effective résumé. Every student presents a portfolio exhibit prior to graduation. Meets 2 hours a week. Fall sem.