Summer 2012 Tentative Schedule of Summer Courses
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On The Road
Mesa Verde Workshop
June 18-22 MTWRF, 8-5:00pm
The emphasis of the class will focus on the chronological and artistic development of the archeological sites and their relationship as a natural structure environment. The course has been scheduled to give maximum exposure to the archeological sites at Mesa Verde and nearby Delores and Lowery sites. Development of Anasazi style will emphasize distinct regional variations evident in the Mesa Verde area
3 credit hours
Art 308 crn 40496
Art 508 crn 40547
Photography at Mesa Verde & UNC
June 18-30 MTWRFS, 1:00-5:00pm
Students will spend a week photographing the powerful scenery and cultural artifacts at Mesa Verde National Park. This workshop is open to all photographic media and camera formats. The second week is devoted to processing the images and critique/sharing. The first week is on location at Mesa Verde, second week in studio at UNC in Greeley.
3 credit hours
Art 308 crn 40539
Art 508 crn 40548
2012 Workshop Offerings:
Digital Illustration
May 29-June9, MTWRFS 1:00-5:30
This course is designed to introduce techniques used for concept visualization as a cross-disciplinary, research based environment. Connections between data presentation in digital media will be discussed. The course will support student in knowledge related to design, art, and page layout of a work of art & design that merges disciplines to illustrate scientific and other kinds of data. 3 credit course
Art 308 crn 40450
Art 508 crn 40544
Interactive Media
May 29-June 9, MTWRFS 8:00-12:30
This workshop will explore the creative methods, tools and processes involved with web, mobile and electronic publishing media. Projects introduce a variety of design concepts utilizing new and emerging media. Beginning to intermediate web design skills are helpful, but not required. 3 credit course
Art 308 crn 40449
Art 508 crn 40543
Collographs
JUNE 25-July 30 MTWRF, 9:00-noon
The word calligraphy comes from the union of two words, collage and graphic. implying a connection between the method of construction and subsequent printing of an image. A collograph plate is made in the manner of a collage: cutting and pasting paper and other textural elements. Rather than existing as an end in itself, this plate is then printed in intaglio and/or relief methods.
3 credit hours
Art 308 crn 40540
Art 508 crn 40549
Jewelry Workshop
July 23-August 3 MWF 9:00-6:00
There has been very few new technological developments in the field of jewelry making for many centuries. Until recently, with the development of powered metal technology we have an incredibly diverse way of working metal with Precious Metal Clay (PMC). PErfect fro teachers because the tools can be as simple and inexpensive as a watercolor brush, popsicle stick and your fingers.
3 credit hours
ART 308 crn 40542
ART 508 crn 40552
Raku Pottery Workshop
June 13-24, MTWRFS, 8-12:30pm
An exploration of raku pottery with an emphasis placed on appropriate wheel thrown forms for the application raku pottery. Glazes, chemistry, firing, and kiln building will take place during this two-week class. Stoneware and soda kiln will also be available during the course.
3 credit hours
Art 308-012 crn 40497
Art 508-012 crn 50550
Watercolor Workshop
June 11-23 MTWRFS, 8-12:30pm
Application & exploration of the properties of watercolor; handling techniques, supports and grounds, and possibilities for combination with other media. Experiment with various approaches to painting in order to develop original creative imagery. Some sessions off-campus/on-site landscape field sessions; participation must supply their own transportation and painting supplies.
3 credit hours
Art 308-001 crn 40451
Art 508-001 crn 40545
Adventures in Letterpress Printing
June 25-July 7 MTWRFS, 8:00-12:30
Letterpress printing is gaining popularity with artists as a new expressive medium. Participants will learn to use both traditional type as well as photopolymer plate to create their artwork. We will be exploring printing on paper, fabric, and other 2-dimensional media, so students are encouraged to experiment.
3 credit hours
Art 308 crn 40541
Art 508 crn 50551
Sculpture Workshop: Exploring Cold Casting
June 25-July 7, MTWRFS, 8-12:30pm
This workshop will explore the production of relief sculpture and in the round: freestanding sculptural works. The use of "cold cast" materials and processes will be the focus of this workshop.
3 credit hours
Art 308-041 crn 40538
Art 508-041 crn 40546
2012 Liberal Art Core Courses:
Art 181 Art History I
May 29-June 22 MTWRF, 9:05-11:05am
A general survey class of Western and Non-western Art of Ancient cultures from Paleolithic art to the Byzantine Empire. The emphasis of this survey is on the major movements and civilizations, methods of analysis, historical and cultural context.
3 credit hours
Art 181-002 crn 40448
Art 182 Art History II
June 25-July 20 MTWRF 9:05-11:05am
A general survey class of Western and Non western art from Early Medieval to the Baroque Art. The emphasis of this survey is on the major movements and civilizations, methods of analysis, historical and cultural context.
3 credit hours
Art 182-032 crn 40447
Art 190-970/971 Art Appreciation (on-line)
May 14-June 22 (970)
and
June 25-August 3 (971)
Survey course to expose students to visual arts; artistic techniques, visual elements and art history by studying the visual arts from around the world. The class will look at the cultures, beliefs and histories of the major world civilizations, and how they affected and influenced the arts.
3 credit hours
Art 190-970 crn 40442
Art 190-971 crn 40441
Summer Art Studio Courses:
Art 183 Art I
May 29-June 22 MTWRF, 1:00-5:00
Elements and principles of art. Exploration of the elements of line, shape and color in two-dimensonal and three-dimensional design and drawing projects. Experiences in conceptualization and visual problem solving. Non-majors call 351-2143 to register.
3 credit hours
Art 183-003 crn 40446
Art 184 Art II
June 25-July 20, MTWTRF 1:00-5:00
Elements and principles of art. Exploration of the elements of value, space and texture in two-dimensonal and three-dimensional design and drawing projects. Experiences in conceptualization and visual problem solving. Non-majors call 351-2143 to register.
3 credit hours
Art 184-034 crn 40445
Art 234 Drawing 1
May 14-May 26, MTWTRF 9:00-5:00
Deal in depth with concepts, techniques and materials. Problem areas include composition, content,
technical concerns, use of color and a range of material use from traditional to contemporary alternatives. Majors only
Art 234-001 crn 40553
Art Courses
Art 121 Intro to Art & Design
June 11-July 6 MTWTF 8:00-12:00
This class serves as an exploration of Art studies and development of the portfolio as required for entrance to the School of Art & Design. Students will be introduced to media, concepts, and
issues in the various concentrations within the major.
Art 121-001 crn 40610
Art 444 Methods of Teaching art in the Elementary School
Prerequisites: EDFE 110 or EDFE 120 or EDFE 125, 2.75 GPA. The class introduces elements of the visual arts and aesthetics that are applicable to children's learning in the elementary classroom.
June, 2, 9 Art 444-013 crn 40440
June 16, 23 Art 444-024 crn 40439
July 7, 14 Art 444-035 crn 40438
MA and Low Residency MA Courses Offered:
Four week Session running between June 11-July 6
Art 447/547 Multimedia in the Arts
June 11-July 6 MTWRF 1:00-5:00
Details to come.
Art 447/547 crn 40537
Art 692 Action Research Workshop
June 11-June 22 MTWRF 8:00-noon
Details to come. This course is designed for the Low Residency Masters Program
Art 600 Graduate Research in Art
June 25-July 6, MTWRF 8:00-noon
Learn appropriate art, art historical and art education research methodology and procedures for inquiry. See prerequisites and program requirements. Must be in Art & Design Graduate Program
Art 600-023 crn 40443
To register for summer workshops:
Information about Summer registration (including tuition) can be found at www.unco.edu/summer/. If you are not a current UNC student, contact the UNC registrar's office. 970.351.2231 or www.registrar.unco.edu to complete the on-line Student Information Form to begin the registration process.
Low Residency Graduate Program:
The Art & Design master's degree is designed for current or aspiring art educators who wish to build upon their credentials while developing as artists, teachers and leaders in the field of art education. The program combines work in methodology, curriculum development, aesthetics, studio processes and current issues in the field. Art educators can reconnect with their studio practices and develop new teaching strategies and skills. For more about our online degree program with summer on-campus experiences, contact. connie.bethards@unco.edu or 970.351.2804
Any questions concerning the School of Art & Design, summer courses, etc., contact Lisa Stocker at 970.351.2143 lisa.stocker@unco.edu