A general survey course covering world visual art and architecture from prehistory to the late medieval period.  This course is designed to acquaint the student with the interrelationships between history, culture, and art.  In addition to tests on readings and lecture materials, students will write essays meant to explore diverse art historical methodologies and issues. 3 hours.

The emphasis of this course is on teaching the basic elements and variables that make up two dimensional design while at the same time promoting the practical experience of organizing those elements into meaningful visual ideas. Assignments will vary so that the student may experiment with different kinds of visual ideas. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

The emphasis is on the basic concepts of drawing. Exercises are designed to promote an understanding of form and expression while developing drawing skills. Subjects range from inanimate objects to the human figure. The focus is on line and tonal exercises. A brief period of the semester will be reserved for understanding and working with one-point perspective. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

This course continues to emphasize many of the concerns of ARTS 1311. The primary purpose is to identify and experiment with major forms of color expression, its theory and practice. Students will also develop a vocabulary which most accurately describes the interaction of colors and specific resulting effects of their experiments with color. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

The first semester places emphasis on learning to create original work, while exploring the physical properties of clay. The vast expressive potential of clay will become apparent through increased visual awareness of historic and contemporary ceramic art and through the use of basic ceramic techniques of forming, glazing, and firing. Knowledge of basic tools and equipment will be obtained through the use of hand tools, slab roller, clay extruder, potter's wheel, and electric and gas-fired kilns. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

A general survey course covering the Renaissance through the modern period. This course is designed to acquaint the student with the interrelationships between history, culture and art. Although focused in the western tradition, this course includes non-western material and perspectives.  In addition to tests on readings and lecture materials, students will write essays meant to explore diverse art historical methodologies and local art collections. Arts 1303 is recommended but not required. 3 hours.

A personal and creative investigation of the plastic media and its expression of ideas. Assignments are made that acquaint the student with concepts about space, texture and color as well as the practical aspect of canvas construction. Prerequisites ARTS 1311, 1316, and 1317, or equivalents for Art majors only. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

In this course, students use clay to explore sculptural concepts and develop basic skills of observation and execution. Traditional methods of sculpting from the nude model are introduced as a means of understanding form, shape, structure, anatomy and gesture. Both naturalism and abstraction of the figure are emphasized. Clay and tool kits are provided in the bookstore. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

A course designed for elementary teachers, providing them with the basic concepts, processes, and skills involved in the creation, appreciation, and evaluation of the visual arts and music. Though designed for future educators, course content will be applicable for persons directing fine arts programs for children and adolescents outside of school. This course will address the current Texas educator standards (TExES) for the EC--Grade 4 Generalist, the EC--Grade 4 Bilingual Generalist, and the EC--Grade 12 Art certifications. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

An introductory course in the principles of printmaking focusing on monotype, relief, and intaglio processes. Open to both Art majors and non-majors with an interest in art and drawing. Prerequisites: ARTS 1311, 1316, 1317, or equivalent. Fall, Spring. 3 hours

An introductory course in the use and application of watercolor in both tradition and experimental styles, with emphasis on various skills and techniques involved in landscape, still life and abstraction. Prerequisites: ARTS 1311, 1316, 1317, or equivalents for Art majors only. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

The purpose of this course is for students to make drawings of subjects found in nature. Students are given specific assignments that are intended to sharpen their perception and develop their interpretive abilities. In order to achieve these goals it is also necessary for them to develop and refine a variety of technical skills. Critiques will include discussions on subject selection, techniques, spatial concerns, decisions regarding interpretation and organizational problems. Drawings will be made on location at selected sites within the Austin area. Transportation will be provided. Previous drawing experience is suggested, but not required. May be repeated once for credit. Summer. 3 hours.

This course continues exploration into the techniques introduced in Beginning Printmaking with greater emphasis on intaglio processes. Open to both Art majors and non-majors. Prerequisite: ARTS 2333. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

A continuation of ARTS 2316 with emphasis on individual and creative as well as experimental resources. Prerequisite: ARTS 2316 or equivalent, or instructor's approval. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

In this course, student exercise greater responsibility for choosing their personal creative directions. Some students take the opportunity to focus on the potter's wheel, while others choose to focus on hand building. "Special Problems" are assigned to advance the student's technical knowledge of clay, glazes, and firing. Prerequisite: ARTS 1318. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

A survey course in which students will study the development of modern art from impressionism through the first two thirds of the 20th century.  The course will include the historical, social, economic and political factors that shaped modernism.  Students will become familiar with the major works, art movements and practitioners of the period.  In addition to tests on lecture material and readings, students will explore focused research topics, diverse art historical methodologies, and objects in local collections through written exercises. Prerequisites:  ARTS 2304 required; ARTS 1303 recommended. 3 hours.

This course focuses on the art, artists, and art world (from museums to the market) of the later twentieth/early twenty-first century.  Material will be framed in the vocabulary, issues, and broader theoretical context of the era, including introductions to formalist, feminist, psychological, sociological, Marxist, structuralist, and deconstructivist criticism.  Course content will focus on readings, lectures, gallery/museum visits, and discussion.  Writing assignments may include journal entries, short essays, critical reviews, and a multi-stage individual research paper. Prerequisites: ARTS 3339 required; ARTS 1303 and ARTS 2304 recommended.3 hours.

Continued emphasis on composition, visual concepts in drawing, and experimentation with materials. Specific problems are designed in collaboration with the student. Prerequisites: ARTS 1316 or equivalent. May be repeated for credit. Spring. 3 hours.

At this level the students are expected to pursue their discipline and develop their ideas. They are responsible for their own working hours either at the scheduled time or at some other appointed time. The individual should meet regularly with the instructor. These meetings will be arranged by the student and the instructor. Prerequisites: ARTS 2316 and 3337 or equivalents or instructor's approval. May be repeated for credit. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

For students interested in watercolor as a preferred painting medium. Course will include approaches to composition. Techniques are directed toward development of a personal style. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: ARTS 2366 and 3335. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

This course is intended for students who have a particular interest in the area of ceramics. At this level student must be capable of working independently and be willing to assume more personal responsibility for their creative direction. "Special Problems" are assigned to advance the student's technical knowledge of clay, glazes and firing. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: ARTS 3338. Fall, Spring. 3 hours.

This is a senior level course in which students provide the technical support for exhibit installations, primarily in, though not limited to, the SEU Fine Arts Gallery. In this course, students will gain experience in all major aspects of exhibit installation. Students will also develop a personal slide portfolio of their own work, an artist's resume, an artist's statement, a mailing list, and a biography. Emphasis will be placed upon strategies for greater exposure and success as an artist or arts professional. Prerequisite: Senior standing. Fall. 3 hours.