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ART 150 Introduction to Studio Arts 3 semester hours
Open to non-Studio Arts majors only.
Exploration of the materials, techniques, and inspiration of the artist in the media of drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and two- and three-dimensional design.
University Core fulfilled: Explorations: Creative Experience.
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ART 153 Drawing I 3 semester hours
An introduction to drawing and the development of visual awareness. Experimentation and exploration of technique developed through a variety of subject matter. Varied media, including pencil, charcoal, ink and conte.
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ART 154 Drawing II: Figure Drawing 3 semester hours
Development of technique and principles used in Drawing I, , with emphasis placed on working from the figure and anatomy.
Prerequisite: ART 153 .
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ART 160 Two-Dimensional Design 3 semester hours
An examination of the basic elements of two-dimensional design. Course emphasizes visual literacy as well as the conceptual and problem-solving processes used in creating and composing graphic form.
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ART 198 Special Studies 1 TO 3 semester hours
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ART 252 Principles of Color 3 semester hours
A practical exploration of the additive and subtractive principles of color theory as related to fine art and graphic design. Emphasis placed on color mixing, hue, value, intensity, proportion and visual perception. In depth class discussion reinforce the relationship between theory and practice.
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ART 260 Computer Graphics I 3 semester hours
Introduction to principles and practices of electronic imaging as they apply to graphics, art, and design.
Recommended: ART 160 .
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ART 276 Ceramic Sculpture 3 semester hours
Examination of ceramics as a sculptural medium. Students will explore technical and conceptual processes of ceramics. While clay is the focus, other materials will be utilized.
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ART 290 Multimedia Survey 3 semester hours
Critical and historical examination of multimedia arts through research, discussions, and presentations.
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ART 298 Special Studies 1 TO 3 semester hours
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ART 299 Independent Studies 1 TO 3 semester hours
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ART 300 Figure Drawing Workshop 1 semester hours
A studio workshop for art and animation majors with emphasis placed on working from the figure and anatomy. Independent reading, research and production goals are devised for each student. As students repeat course study, the course requires increased learning and skill development as an extension of work in figure drawing. Each semester an online portfolio is required.
May be repeated for degree credit for further development up to six times.
Prerequisites: ART 153 and ART 154 , or consent of instructor.
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ART 305 ARTsmart Community Service Program 0 semester hours
ARTsmart is the community service program of the Department of Art and Art History. The mission of ARTsmart is to provide underserved youth an education in the visual arts. LMU Art and Art History students work in teams to develop and teach lessons that incorporate formal art issues, art history, visual culture, social justice issues, and standards-based education to students in a neighboring K-8 school. Students from a variety of art disciplines are encouraged to volunteer.
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ART 310 Drawing Workshop 1 semester hours
A studio workshop for art and animation majors with emphasis placed on advanced drawing concepts and techniques. Independent reading, research, and production goals are devised for each student related to continually changing topics and issues relevant to drawing. As students repeat course study, the course requires increased learning and skill development as an extension of work in drawing.
May be repeated for degree credit for further development up to six times.
Prerequisites: ART 153 and ART 154 , or consent of instructor.
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ART 352 Principles of Color 3 semester hours
A practical exploration of the additive and subtractive principles of color theory as related to fine art and graphic design. Emphasis placed on color mixing, hue, value, intensity, proportion and visual perception. In depth class discussion reinforce the relationship between theory and practice.
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ART 359 Mural Painting 3 semester hours
Emphasis on student collaboration in the process and execution of large-scale paintings and public mural projects.
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ART 365 Illustration 3 semester hours
The integration of illustration practices, design principles, and conceptual problem-solving procedures in the creation of illustrations for editorial designs, book jackets, and advertising art. Illustrations are conceived of by conventional means.
Junior standing required.
Prerequisites: ART 153 , ART 160 , and ART 260 .
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ART 366 Multimedia Narratives 3 semester hours
Exploration of narrative concepts across linear, nonlinear, and interactive multimedia forms with a focus on the integration of elements of sound, image, text, and motion.
Prerequisite: ART 260 .
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ART 370 Beginning Wheel Throwing 3 semester hours
Introduction to throwing, glazing, and firing at several temperature levels with the aim of developing skills to enhance the student’s artistic voice in the contemporary clay context.
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ART 372 Jewelry I 3 semester hours
A basic jewelry course with an emphasis on creative design and various techniques including fabrication, soldering, forging, wax working, and casting. Also includes bezel stone setting.
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ART 373 Jewelry II 3 semester hours
Advanced jewelry making with an emphasis on creative design and exploration of various techniques such as fabrication, casting, rolling mill texturing, hydraulic press forming, enameling processes, and the setting of faceted stones. Also an introduction to larger scale, sculptural design.
Prerequisite: ART 372 .
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ART 374 Motion Graphics 3 semester hours
Exploration of the creative possibilities of motion graphic design as both an experimental and applied communication medium. This course covers the technical, aesthetic, and practical considerations of planning, developing, and producing motion graphics.
Prerequisite: ART 260 .
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ART 375 Figure Sculpture 3 semester hours
Modeling of the human figure with an emphasis on anatomy, leading to the extension of the figure as image.
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ART 379 Special Topics in Photography 3 semester hours
This advanced studio course focuses on a particular theme each semester. Students create a portfolio of photographic work and examine related critical issues and texts related to the theme. Topics change every semester, and the class can be repeated for credit. Past themes have included: Photography and Bookmaking, Documentary Photography, Fashion Photography, Food Photography and Sustainability, Experimental Photography, Narrative Photography, Portraiture Workshop, and others.
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ART 380 Photography II 3 semester hours
Exploration of advanced concepts of photography as applied to the development of personal expression. Students learn medium format photography, studio lighting, digital imaging, and advanced black and white darkroom techniques.
Prerequisite: ART 280 .
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ART 386 Etching Printmaking 3 semester hours
Process using etching, aquatint, and other incising techniques on metal plates. Emphasis on black and white images with an introduction to multicolor printing.
May be repeated once for degree credit for further development.
Recommended: ART 151 , ART 280 , and ART 285 .
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ART 388 Screen Printing 3 semester hours
Introduction to the use of silkscreening to communicate a message. Basic screening techniques will be used, including using hand-cut, photographic, and computer-generated images. Water-based textile and plastisol inks will be used. Emphasis will be on producing multicolor prints on T-shirts and posters.
May be repeated once for degree credit for further development.
Recommended: ART 160 , ART 260 , and ART 280 .
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ART 389 Lithography Printmaking 3 semester hours
Process using drawing and painting methods that include traditional, photographic, and experimental approaches on stones and plates, covering dry and wet drawing material to develop an image. Additive and reductive, black and white, and color overprinted methods will be explored.
May be repeated for degree credit with consent of instructor.
Recommended: ART 151 , ART 154 , ART 285 .
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ART 395 Design Entrepreneurship 3 semester hours
This course emphasizes the role of the designer in the community by raising public awareness and engaging social responsibility through participatory design, civic engagement, and service learning. This project-based course enables students to explore the design process and its power to affect societal change through social entrepreneurship. This class serves marginalized segments of society through empathetic and innovative design solutions. Emphasis is placed on collaborative processes and sustainable business strategies using design thinking to benefit communities in need. Students discuss the entire process as it relates to design practice, social justice, and business ethics. Students explore and analyze social problems and create innovative ways to solve them. This course includes minimum 20 hours of fieldwork experience to enhance student learning: 10 hours of research end users through volunteer work–getting to know the community and understanding their problems–and an additional 10 hours interacting with end users: focus groups, interviews, testing prototypes, and getting feedback. Where applicable, the instructor will assist in partnering student teams with non-profit community organizations.
University Core fulfilled: Integrations: Interdisciplinary Connections; Flags: Engaged Learning, Oral Skills.
Consent of instructor required.
ART 302 recommended for Studio Arts majors.
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ART 396 Design Praxis: Professional Practices in Design 3 semester hours
An examination of the career possibilities within the creative landscape of contemporary design. The design internship and portfolio development are emphasized. Participation in the LMU AIGA student chapter is recommended.
Prerequisites: ART 160 , ART 260 , and ART 368 .
Recommended: Concurrent enrollment in ART 360 .
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ART 398 Special Studies 1 TO 3 semester hours
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ART 399 Independent Studies 1 TO 3 semester hours
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ART 447 Art in L.A. 3 semester hours
Internationally-recognized practicing artists, designers, critics, and curators from Los Angeles talk about their work, ideas, practices, and processes.
Students will learn to write a proposal and complete an ambitious work for exhibition.
May be repeated 2 times for degree credit.
CFA/SFTV majors/minors only.
University Core fulfilled: Flag: Engaged Learning.
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ART 454 Drawing IV: Figure Composition 3 semester hours
This course promotes concept development and psychological possibilities inherent in the human form. Using a variety of media, it explores anatomical structure and imaginative composition.
May be repeated for degree credit for further development.
Prerequisites: ART 153 and ART 154 , or consent of instructor.
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ART 480 Color Photography 3 semester hours
Focus on the use of color in photography and imaging. Students learn large format photography and digital imaging skills including scanning, printing, Photoshop, and Lightroom. Students develop a personal project.
Prerequisite: ART 280 .
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ART 490 Senior Design Thesis 3 semester hours
The senior thesis in design provides the opportunity to explore design as a liberal arts activity through focused study around the design disciplines, or the application of design to a specific subject matter. Students independently address topic areas within a creative project resulting in a body of work (aside from the professional portfolio). The topic(s) should address one or more of the following issues: the societal impact of design; design as a process for innovation; the historic and contemporary contexts of design; design as an experiential medium.
Senior standing required.
Prerequisites: ART 302 , ART 303 , ART 360 , ART 368 , ART 369 , and ART 460 or ART 468 ; ARHS 360 .
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ART 494 Multimedia Internship 3 semester hours
Professional experience in multimedia.
May be repeated for degree credit for further development.
Studio Arts majors only.
Consent of instructor required.
University Core fulfilled: Flag: Engaged Learning.
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ART 497 Senior Thesis in Fine Arts 3 semester hours
This course continues for Fine Arts Emphasis students the professional development experience of ART 397 Professional Practices in Fine Arts . The curriculum includes all aspects of exhibition design, promotion, and artwork presentation.
Required for Fine Arts emphasis and Art Education majors.
Studio Arts majors, Fine Arts and Art Education Emphasis only.
Prerequisite: ART 397 or consent of instructor.
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ART 498 Special Studies 1 TO 3 semester hours
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ART 499 Independent Studies 1 TO 3 semester hours
Senior standing required.
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Asian and Pacific Studies (ASPA) |
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ASPA 2998 Special Studies 1 TO 4 semester hours
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ASPA 2999 Independent Studies 1 TO 4 semester hours
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ASPA 3300 Arts of Asia 3 semester hours
(See ARHS 3351 .)
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ASPA 3400 Politics of Asia 4 semester hours
This course deals with the politics of East Asia, emphasizing China, South Korea, and Japan. In particular, the concept of democratization is examined by looking at the political institutions, history, culture, ideologies, and economies of these countries.
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ASPA 3600 Introduction to Asian Media 4 semester hours
An introductory course to the media and politics of the Asia-Pacific region. This survey seeks to connect leading aspects and themes of the history, politics, economics, and culture of specific leading countries to their media systems. Course materials include historical perspectives as well as contemporary journalism, including New Media technology developments and their impact on politics. Media systems will be analyzed and categorized in the social-science tradition.
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ASPA 3800 Buddhism 4 semester hours
(See THST 3282 .)
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ASPA 3850 Meditative Gaze: Dao and Film 3 semester hours
This course brings two distinctive disciplines, philosophy and film theory together into a coherent discourse. The focus of the class is on the philosophical question most often posed as the mind-body problem and the various ways that media texts have addressed and articulated this issue, specifically through the adoption of a meditative gaze as a philosophically charged stylistic approach.
(See PHIL 4355 .)
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ASPA 3860 Introduction to Asian Literature 4 semester hours
An introductory course in Asian literature from China, Japan, and India. Various literary genres such as poetry, fiction, diary, biographies, and drama and their relation to Asian literary tradition will be examined.
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ASPA 3880 Imperial China 4 semester hours
(See HIST 4810 .)
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