Art
51 courses · Solano Community College · 2025-2026 Catalog
Classes: Spring 2026
ART 004 Life Drawing - Beginning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ART 014 (Drawing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTS 200
A study of the human figure in action and repose using a variety of drawing materials and approaches. Students work directly from the live model to develop skills using assignments which include gesture, line drawings, tone studies and the use of color. The student submits a midterm and final portfolio for evaluation. Field trip may be required
ART 005 Life Drawing - Intermediate
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- ART 004 (Life Drawing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
The continued study of the human figure with more advanced problems in drawing and composition. The student may choose an individual program of study with the approval of the instructor. Working is from the live model as part of the instruction.
ART 006 Design Principles in 2-Dimensions
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTS 100
An introductory study of the elements and principles of design for 2-Dimensional Art. Students will make work in black and white, using various materials. The course will introduce both historical and aesthetic concepts as a basis to explore the relationship of form and content. Field trip may be required
ART 007 Design - Color
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ART 006 (Design Principles in 2-Dimensions) and ART 014 (Drawing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTS 270
Understand how to use color to influence the visual experience. Learn to think about color as it relates to other important aspects of Art and Design, including form (the shape of objects we see) and composition (the position of those objects to one another.) Studying color, form and composition will give an introduction to the thinking used in good design. Students produce a portfolio of color exercises that will support graphic design and fine art practices. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of art and design. Field trip may be required
ART 008 Design Principles in 3-Dimensions
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTS 101
The fundamental study of visual elements and principles of design for production of objects in three dimensions using various materials and methods. Design concepts developed from historic and esthetic precepts are employed to investigate the relationships of form and content. Field trip may be required.
ART 014 Drawing - Beginning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTS 110
A study of drawing as a means of expression with emphasis on the potential variety of forms and materials available to the artist. Students will create representational and abstract drawings from still life, the figure, nature and imagination. Observational drawing skills and technical skills will be developed. Field trip may be required.
ART 015 Drawing - Intermediate
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ART 014 (Drawing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTS 205
Exploration of artistic concepts, styles, and creative expression related to intermediate-level drawing, focusing on complex subject matter and concepts using a variety of drawing mediums, techniques, and methodologies. Students in this course will build on fundamental drawing skills to develop personalized approaches to content and materials in exercises covering multiple historical and contemporary approaches to drawing. There will be an emphasis on composition and the development of a personal approach to drawing. Students will be required to submit a portfolio of assignments. Field trip may be required.
ART 015B Collage & Assemblage
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Explores the making of 2D and 3D collages and assemblages in a variety of media. Addresses the history and prevalence of collage thinking as an approach to art making while integrating traditional drawing and painting skills. Field Trip may be required.
ART 015C Book Making
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This hands on, studio course explores book making in a variety of formats. Discussion of the history and development of the book is included. Students will make several books: Classic signature book bound between boards, side bound books and a variety of artists books including altered books, boxed books, and 3 dimensional book structures like accordion books and pop-up books. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of art and design. Field trip may be required.
ART 016 Painting - Beginning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ART 014 (Drawing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTS 210
Introduction to techniques and materials of painting in acrylic or oil. Designed for the student with limited experience in painting, this course includes color theory, composition, exposure to a variety of subject matters, and the development of skills for individual expression. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of painting. Field trip may be required.
ART 017 Painting - Intermediate
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ART 016 (Painting - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A study of acrylic and oil painting techniques focusing on use of color, the medium of painting and composition. Students work through a series of painting assignments designed to develop visual and technical skills. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of art making. Field trip may be required.
ART 018 Painting - Advanced
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- ART 017 (Painting - Intermediate)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A study of color, composition and painting technique in oil or acrylic painting on an advanced, intermediate level. Students may choose to build on assignments from ART 017 or develop an outline of semester assignments appropriate to their interests and skill needs. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of art making. Field trip may be required.
ART 019 Figure Painting
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ART 016 (Painting - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A study of the human figure using a variety of painting techniques and approaches. Students work directly from the live model to develop skills in rendering and expression. Assignments include long and short observational paintings which will afford skills development in materials handling as well as compositional and thematic developments. Field trip may be required.
ART 019B Figure Drawing and Painting - Clothed
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An emphasis on understanding the various properties of clothing and drapery, as used with the figure in painting and drawing. Gesture, proportion, form and color will be studied in relation to the clothed figure. Projects will include a variety of costume statements including fashion, sport, fantasy or science fiction and theatre costume. Field trip may be required.
ART 020 Landscape Drawing and Painting--Reflections of Nature
- Units
- 2-3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU
A focus on the outdoors as subject matter using frequent field trips and class exercises to introduce and expand the student's awareness and observational skills of the environment, in the tradition of Natural History as well as plein air (outdoor) art making. The student will reflect and translate these experiences into graphic terms using various media while considering line, shape, mass, space, texture, light, color and shadow. The student will focus on composition and content while developing a personal understanding of the environment. Keeping a written and visual journal will also be a component of this class. This course will examine the interrelationships of humans and their surroundings, and the esthetics choices available with which to communicate our responses. This class will consist of regular field trips during class meetings as well as some weekend outings. Films, special lectures, various projects and assignments as well as consideration for weather conditions will make up the remaining time in the studio. Students who wish to transfer must enroll in the 3-unit section.
ART 021 Watercolor - Beginning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An introduction to the materials and techniques of transparent watercolor. Course includes basic composition, color study and an exploration of materials. Lectures, demonstrations and field study will supplement class assignments. Field trip may be required.
ART 022 Watercolor - Intermediate
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- ART 021 (Watercolor - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A continuation of the study of basic watercolor techniques with emphasis on a more individual approach to the medium. The student and instructor develop a course of study that will focus on needs in the areas of skills and self-expression. Field trip may be required.
ART 023 Ceramics: Hand Building - Beginning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Basic construction methods of hand building and finishing pottery. Emphasis on form, craftspersonship, and creativity. Building methods include pinch technique, coil building, and slab construction. Surface techniques include texture, stencil, slip, relief, stain, and glaze. Non-traditional construction and surface techniques will also be covered. Field trip may be required.
ART 024 Ceramics: Hand Building - Intermediate
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- ART 023 (Ceramics: Hand Building - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Developing and expanding skills, experimentation, design, craftspersonship, and creativity. Application of experience and intermediate techniques to create finished art forms. Intermediate construction methods of hand building and finishing pottery. Building methods include pinch technique, coil building, and slab construction. Surface techniques include texture, stencil, slip, relief, stain, and glaze. Non-traditional construction and surface techniques will also be covered. Increased capacity of personal expression through ceramic art. Field trip may be required.
ART 025 Ceramics: Hand Building - Design and Decoration
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- ART 024 (Ceramics: Hand Building - Intermediate)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Emphasizes ceramic design problem-solving. Emphasis on creativity, design, honing skills, craftspersonship and experimentation. Ceramic art of the past as well as contemporary art is discussed. Loading and firing kilns, formulating glazes and mixing clay bodies are also covered. Field trip may be required.
ART 026 Ceramics: Wheel Throwing - Beginning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to basic wheel throwing techniques. Emphasis on form, craftspersonship, and creativity. Surface techniques include texture, stencil, slip, relief, stain, and glaze. Non-traditional construction and surface techniques will also be covered. Field trip may be required.
ART 027 Ceramics: Wheel Throwing - Intermediate
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- ART 026 (Ceramics: Wheel Throwing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Intermediate wheel throwing techniques. Emphasis on form, craftspersonship, and creativity. Surface techniques include texture, stencil, slip, relief, stain, and glaze. Non-traditional construction and surface techniques will also be covered. Application of demonstrated techniques to create finished art. Field trip may be required.
ART 028 Ceramics: Wheel Throwing - Design
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- ART 027 (Ceramics: Wheel Throwing - Intermediate)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Emphasizes ceramic design problem-solving. Emphasis on creativity, design, honing skills, craftspersonship and experimentation. Ceramic art of the past as well as contemporary art is discussed. Loading and firing kilns, formulating glaze and mixing clay bodies are also covered. Field trip may be required.
ART 029 Raku Pottery
- Units
- 2-3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ART 023 (Ceramics: Hand Building - Beginning) or ART 026 (Ceramics: Wheel Throwing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
The ancient and contemporary art of Raku. Topics include techniques of forming clay, the formulation of clay bodies and glazes for Raku, kiln construction, firing, post firing, Eastern and Western aesthetics, and the history of Raku. The course will not cover basic ceramic construction techniques. Students should already be familiar with basic hand building or wheel throwing techniques. Field trip may be required. Students who wish to transfer must enroll in the 3-unit section.
ART 030A Ceramics: Architecture, Murals and Tiles
- Units
- 2-3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ART 023 (Ceramics: Hand Building - Beginning) or ART 026 (Ceramics: Wheel Throwing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Investigates the history, contemporary examples, materials, techniques and the vast range of artistic expression possible in architectural ceramics, ceramic murals and tiles. Students should already be familiar with basic hand building or wheel throwing techniques. Student should expect to incur materials and equipment costs typical of a studio art course. Field trips may be required in this course. Students who wish to transfer must enroll in the 3-unit section.
ART 030B Mural Painting
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Explore the cultural history of mural painting as well as the social and political issues related to the creation and public reception of mural paintings. Students will apply aesthetic as well as conceptual analyses to the design and creation of a full-scale mural. Through both study and practice, students will consider the importance of the community in the mural-making process. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of art and design. Students may travel to view murals in the Bay Area. Murals may be painted at a site off-campus.
ART 030C Ceramics: History, Culture, Practice
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to a broad spectrum of ceramic art from diverse cultures including Western/European Art, Asian/Middle Eastern Art, Meso-American Art and African Art within a technical, historical, and cultural context. Students will utilize creative problem solving skills to produce contemporary, original works of art that reinterpret the traditions presented in the course content.
ART 031 Sculpture - Beginning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to sculpture methods and materials. Emphasis on principles of three-dimensional design and the interrelationship of form, content and context. Sculpture methods to be covered include modeling, mold making, welding, assemblage, and construction with a variety of materials. Various sculpture methods are practiced with attention to creative self-expression and historical context. Field trip may be required.
ART 032 Sculpture: Human Figure - Beginning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Study of the human form in sculpture. Students will create both realistic and abstract sculpture of the human form in a variety of materials. Students will investigate both historical and contemporary examples of human figure sculpture. Field trip may be required.
ART 033 Sculpture - Intermediate
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- ART 031 (Sculpture - Beginning) or ART 032 (Sculpture: Human Figure - Beginning) or ART 034 (Sculpture: Ceramics - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Further development of concepts and skills central to the practice of sculpture.. Emphasis is placed on individual expression. A variety of materials, methods, and sculptural concepts are explored. Field trip may be required.
ART 034 Sculpture: Ceramics - Beginning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to basic sculpture concepts, materials, and approaches with an emphasis on ceramics. Subjects to be covered include: Historic and contemporary approaches to ceramic sculpture, slab construction, coil building, mold making, extruded fabrication, modeling from the figure, introduction to ceramic color, characteristics and limitations of ceramic materials. Field trip may be required.
ART 035A Ceramics: Wood-Fired - Beginning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ART 023 (Ceramics: Hand Building - Beginning) or ART 026 (Ceramics: Wheel Throwing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
The ancient and contemporary art of wood-fired ceramics. Topics include techniques of forming clay, the formulating of clay bodies and glazes for wood fire, kiln construction, wood firing techniques, Eastern and Western aesthetics and the history of wood-fired ceramics.The course will not cover basic ceramic construction techniques. Students should already be familiar with basic hand building or wheel throwing techniques. Course will require participation in wood firing with some time spent outside regularly scheduled class hours.
ART 036 Ceramics: Drawing and Painting on Clay
- Units
- 2-3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ART 023 (Ceramics: Hand Building - Beginning) or ART 026 (Ceramics: Wheel Throwing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Explore the possibilities of the vast range of artistic expression with ceramic slips, stains, glazes and firing techniques at low medium and high temperature ranges. The course will not cover basic ceramic construction techniques. Students should already be familiar with basic hand building or wheel throwing techniques. Field trips may be required in this course. Students who wish to transfer must enroll in the 3-unit section.
ART 037 Ceramics: Clay and Glazes
- Units
- 2-3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- ART 023 (Ceramics: Hand Building - Beginning) or ART 026 (Ceramics: Wheel Throwing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An investigation of the theoretical and practical aspects of clay body and glaze formulation. Topics covered include: Clay/glaze fit, glaze calculation, testing strategies, the development of color, the development of texture, kiln types, kiln temperatures and kiln atmosphere. Field trip may be required. Students who wish to transfer must enroll in the 3-unit section.
ART 038 Printmaking - Beginning
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Explores contemporary and traditional approaches to etching (Intaglio), lithography, relief (woodcut and linoleum), screen printing and lithography. Digital and new methods of photographic printmaking are also covered. This project oriented course allows students to develop completed prints in several mediums. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of art and design. Field trip may be required.
ART 039 Printmaking: Etching and Engraving - Line
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Etching is a diverse process, offering a unique set of tools and marks with which to experiment and communicate. Line etching and engraving focuses on creating intaglio prints from both plastic and copper plates. Basic techniques including: dry point, hard ground line etching, plate preparation, and printing. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of printmaking. Field trip may be required.
ART 040 Printmaking: Etching and Engraving - Tone
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Building on the skills of line etching, students will create prints using a variety of etching techniques. Tonal techniques such as aquatint and soft ground will allow students to produce printed areas that have gray and black spaces. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of printmaking. Field trip may be required.
ART 041 Printmaking: Etching and Engraving - Color
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Etching and engraving techniques and their history, including the use of multiple plates for each color used on the key plate. Some color plate methods covered include a la poupee, monotype, chine colle, color rollings, and viscosity printing. The students will create a portfolio of completed projects. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of printmaking. Field trip may be required.
ART 042 Screen Printing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Screen printing techniques from paper stencils to photographic and digital processes. Students will develop a portfolio of prints that emphasizes the exploration of personal content while employing advanced screen techniques and related digital processes. The course will consist of studio production, lectures on contemporary and historical screen printing, demonstrations and critiques. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of printmaking. Field trip may be required.
ART 042A Screen Printing - Commercial
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An introduction to the screen-printing process. Students will participate in the various functions of a design studio. They will produce artwork; select mesh, frames, and stencil systems; and select inks and substrates based on printing techniques. A combination of laboratory applications and theory will provide the foundation for this course. Acquisition of technical skills through the actual production of screen-printed products is a major goal of this course. Tee shirts, reusable shopping bags and aprons will be some of the merchandise the class will design and print for the Solano College community. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of art in the workplace.
ART 043 Printmaking: Relief
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An introduction to the history, development, techniques, and processes of relief printmaking. This hands on course will study and apply relief methods such as embossing, collagraph, linoleum cut, woodcut, and non-traditional methods. Students will make prints using these methods and will learn to apply graphic principals to their creative work. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of art and design. Field trip may be required.
ART 049 Studio Art Honors
- Units
- 1-3
- Hours
- 9 hours lab weekly, 162 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU
An independent study course designed for students who have taken the introductory classes in an area of emphasis (Drawing and Mixed Media, Painting, Printmaking, Ceramics, or Sculpture) and would like to work with an instructor to focus on specific technical, aesthetic, and/or conceptual problems in that area. Students will create a portfolio or project and reflect on their work in written papers.
ART 064 Printmaking: Monotype/Monoprint
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU
This hands-on printmaking course focuses on the unique print and includes the history and development of this form in relation to print traditions. Students will develop skills in using the press and will build a portfolio of prints using a variety of techniques. Attention will be paid to issues of racism, representation, and the power structures that exist in both past and current practices of art and design. Field trip may be required.
ART 074 Kiln Design and Operation
- Units
- 2-3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- ART 023 (Ceramics: Hand Building - Beginning) or ART 026 (Ceramics: Wheel Throwing - Beginning)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Investigate the vast range in kiln designs, their operation and the opportunities each offers for artistic expression. Kiln designs covered will include natural gas, propane, electric, raku, salt, wood, and alternative kilns. Students will be able to determine which kilns and which firing strategies are best suited to their current artistic vision. The course will not cover basic ceramic construction techniques. Students should already be familiar with basic hand building or wheel throwing techniques. Field trips may be required for this course. Students who wish to transfer must enroll in the 3-unit section.
ART 075 Art Studio Concepts
- Units
- 2-3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU
Guided by their professor, students investigate a specific subject area in the fine arts. Exposure to contemporary art directions, trends and selected topics. Different studio problems will be investigated each semester. Field trips may be required for this course. Students who wish to transfer must enroll in the 3-unit section.
ART 076A Portfolio Development: Artistic Inquiry
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- At least 3 courses in designated studio art focus of the semester or instructor consent
- Transfers to
- CSU
An advanced course designed to serve the student in the preparation of a professional fine art portfolio consisting of a body or series of work. Emphasis is placed on 1) individual expression of an artistic vision, 2) idea development 3) artistic inquiry 4) setting and meeting artistic goals and timelines for the production of a body or series of work. For this course the student should have the necessary skills, art making experience and motivation to work independently, with expert consultation by the instructor, on developing a coherent body of work. This course is the first in a two part course offering completed by Portfolio Development- Documentation. Student should expect to incur materials and equipment costs typical of a studio art course. Field trips may be required in this course.
ART 076B Portfolio Development: Documentation
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Advisory
- At least 3 courses in designated studio art focus of the semester
- Transfers to
- CSU
An advanced course designed to serve the student in the preparation of a professional fine art portfolio consisting of a body or series of work. Emphasis is placed on 1) individual expression of an artistic vision, 2) professional quality documentation and presentation of artwork and 3) capacity to communicate both verbally and in writing about artwork produced. For this course the student should have the necessary skills, art making experience and motivation to work independently, with expert consultation by the instructor, on developing a coherent body of work. This course is the second in a two part course offering following Portfolio Development- Artistic Inquiry. Student should expect to incur materials and equipment costs typical of a studio art course. Field trips may be required for this course.
ART 077A Professional Practices for Artists
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 54 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU
Provides the skills and information to serve the student in developing a professional art career. Topics include: How to approach galleries, institutions, universities, art schools, and potential employers. Techniques for promoting art for employment or transfer to four year schools, portfolio preparation, resume writing, artist statement and biography composition, sales and pricing of art, business basics, entrepreneurship, public relations, art on the internet, planning and goal setting, contracts, taxes, grant getting, display, shipping, sustaining creativity. Evaluation of marketing and promotional concepts. Recommended for all art and design majors seeking to become professionals. Field trips may be required.
ART 077B Art on Site
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture weekly, 54 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU
A movable feast. In this course students will visit artists, gallery owners, museum curators and art administrators on site, at their studios, galleries museums and offices. This will be a forum for students to hear first hand from artists, arts scholars and other art professionals discussing and contextualizing their work within the contemporary art field. Includes multiple lecturers by visitors and additional class lectures providing further context. Exposure to contemporary art directions, trends and job markets. This course requires extensive field trips to destinations in the greater Sacramento and Bay Area.
ART 100 Drawing: Color and Mixed Media
- Units
- 2-3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Transfers to
- CSU
A focus on the use of a variety of drawing materials and techniques with special attention to color theory. Lectures, demonstrations and field study will supplement class assignments. Non-transferable to UC or CSU Field trip may be required.
ART 145 Portrait Drawing and Painting
- Units
- 2-3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture weekly, 4 hours lab weekly, 108 contact hours total
- Prerequisite
- ART 014 (Drawing - Beginning)
A multi-faceted course addressing the representation of likeness portrait study. Includes anatomy and work with live models, self- portraits and portraits of others. Issues of gender, ethnic identity, youth and aging, stereotyping and caricature will be presented in historical and contemporary contexts. Portrait work will be explored in a variety of stylistic formats from observational likeness to expressionistic images to symbolic portraits. Work in a variety of media is required. Field trip may be required.