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  • ART 233: Fabric: Fiber Art

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Engage in and explore two- and three-dimensional fiber art methods and techniques with a variety of fabrics, fibers and other materials. Course content includes but, is not limited to: felting: Nuno, wet, needle; fiber sculpture and installation: twining, coiling, three-dimensional sewing, Foss Shape; and wearable art: fabric manipulation and sublimation. Studio sessions include extended interaction with fiber art materials and methods, group and individual critiques, demonstrations and lecture.
    ShareART 233 - Fabric: Fiber Art

  • ART 234: Fabric: Sew/Strctr

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Engage in and explore two- and three-dimensional fabric sewing techniques with a variety of fabrics, materials and thread. Course content includes but, is not limited to: low water immersion dye techniques and chemistry; art quilts: fabric fusion, complex piecing, reverse applique, thread weight and quilting; hand embroidery; machine embroidery; creating thread fabric and sculpture using stitch dissolve techniques. Studio sessions include extended interaction with sewing materials and methods, group and individual critiques, demonstrations and lecture.
    ShareART 234 - Fabric: Sew/Strctr

  • ART 240: Painting I

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Introduces the methods, materials, and concepts of Painting. Students will explore varied subject matter and historical approaches. They will apply color theory, design, and varied painting techniques toward personal expression. Class sessions will include painting, individual and group critique, demonstrations, and lecture.
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  • ART 241: Observ. Painting

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Explores the methods, materials and concepts associated with painting based on direct observation. Students will study and apply design and perceptual strategies while painting from direct observation. Subject matter may include but will not be limited to still-life, landscape, and the human form. Goals include developing skills in representing light, form, and space. Contemporary and historical painting will serve as models for the course.
    ShareART 241 - Observ. Painting

  • ART 242: Experimental Paint

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Explores the methods, materials and concepts associated with painting with an emphasis on newer or less common techniques and approaches to applying paint and color to a two-dimensional surface. Various mediums will be introduced, and students are encouraged to explore unique paint supports, paint application methods, and materials. Digital tools may also be employed in combination with traditional media. Studio sessions include painting, individual and group critique, demonstration, and lecture.
    ShareART 242 - Experimental Paint

  • ART 243: Figure Painting

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Explores the methods, materials, and concepts associated with painting from the human form. Students will study and apply design and perceptual strategies to paintings that incorporate the human form as a vehicle for personal expression. Students will study anatomy for artists and paint from live models. Contemporary and historical figure painting will serve as prototypes for the course. Studio sessions include painting, individual and group critique, demonstration, and lecture.
    ShareART 243 - Figure Painting

  • ART 250: Darkroom Photography

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Introduces darkroom photography as a medium of visual expression. Technical emphasis is placed on fundamental camera controls and an introduction to darkroom printing techniques. Aesthetic analysis and theory are discussed. Studio sessions consist of critique, demonstration, lecture, and individual instruction.
    ShareART 250 - Darkroom Photography

  • ART 252: Digital Photography

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Introduces digital photography as a medium of visual expression. Technical emphasis is placed on fundamental camera controls and introduction to digital photographic techniques. Aesthetic analysis and theory are discussed. Studio sessions consist of critique, demonstration, lecture, and individual instruction.
    ShareART 252 - Digital Photography

  • ART 253: Cellphone Photo

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Explores the educational, graphic, and fine art applications of using cell phones as a photographic tool. The course is an introduction to a comprehensive survey of basic principles and practices in the use of the digital camera and digital tools as they relate to society and to the community with media processes.
    ShareART 253 - Cellphone Photo

  • ART 254: Portrait Photography

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Introduces digital photography as a medium of visual expression. Technical emphasis is placed on fundamental camera controls and introduction to digital photographic techniques. Aesthetic analysis and theory are discussed. Studio sessions consist of critique, demonstration, lecture, and individual instruction.
    ShareART 254 - Portrait Photography
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