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Academic Catalog 2017-2018 
    
Academic Catalog 2017-2018 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Fine Arts 2D: Printmaking

  
  • 2DPM100 Introduction to Printmaking 3 cr.


    An introduction to basic printmaking techniques, including monoprint, intaglio (etching), planographic, and relief printing, using an experimental and empirical approach to the graphic media. Emphasis is on investigating visual structures by means of the print process.

    Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    All College Elective
  
  • 2DPM216 Issues and Installation in Contemporary 3cr.


    Course investigates issues relevant to contemporary print that explore and exploit the
    questions of boundaries and borders between various media. The course addresses new
    techniques and processes as well as aesthetic strategies related to installation and
    printmaking. Oral and written communication skills are addressed through critiques and
    written assignments. Problem solving skills are an essential aspect of this course as that it is
    built around 5 specific problems/issues students must address.

    Undergraduate Elective
    Fall and Spring
  
  • 2DPM250 Artist Books 3 cr.


    An examination of the unique book. Students have the opportunity to explore text and image in traditional and nontraditional approaches and formats. Projects focus on content, composition, paging sequence, format and materials. Students build their ideas using the processes and materials of painting, printmaking, sculpture, and mixed media.

    Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    All College Elective
  
  • 2DPM260 Beginning Etching 3 cr.


    A presentation of basic intaglio skills: drypoint, hard and soft ground etching, and aquatint. Emphasis is on using the craft and the process of printmaking to explore the more familiar ideas of line, value, and form.

    Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    Departmental Requirement, All College Elective
    Fall and Spring
  
  • 2DPM264 Monoprint 3 cr.


    An exploration of this direct and immediate form of printing that bridges the worlds of painting, drawing, and printing. Emphasis is on visual thinking and the development of imagery through a combination of process, observation, and imaginative drawing. The techniques of water-base and oil-base printing, including collage, collagraph, and multiple plate printing are demonstrated.

    Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    All College Elective
  
  • 2DPM265 Sophomore Printmaking I 3cr.


    This sophomore major studio concentrates on the development of personal imagery through drawing and printmaking exercises. This course introduces the development of thematic and conceptual ideas in a broad historical context. 

    Prerequisites: Printmaking Majors Only

    Fall Only
  
  • 2DPM266 Sophomore Printmaking II 3 cr.


    This sophomore majors studio involves the refinement of basic processes; the introduction of new techniques; the development of individual imagery through drawing exercises; and researching other artists in the field. Working in series is stressed. Visiting artists and events are shared with junior and senior majors. [Formerly titled Sophomore Printmaking Major]

    Prerequisites: three of the following four classes 2DPM260, 2DPM270, 2DPM280, or 2DPM281

    Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    Departmental Requirement
    Spring
  
  • 2DPM270 Beginning Lithography 3 cr.


    An introduction to the drawing and printing of stone and metal plate lithography. The course emphasizes the development of visual ideas through the materials, tools, and chemistry of the lithographic process.

    Prerequisites: SFDN181

    Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    Fall and Spring
  
  • 2DPM271 Relief Printing 3 cr.


    An introduction to relief printmaking, employing woodcut and other related processes. Students build imagery using conventional and unconventional approaches.

    Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    All College Elective
  
  • 2DPM280 Beginning Silkscreen 3 cr.


    An introduction to various processes in screen printing. Study of color, design, and drawing using techniques from handcut through photographic or digital stencil making.

    Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    Departmental Requirement, All College Elective
    Fall and Spring
  
  • 2DPM281 Contemporary Printmaking 3 cr.


    This course explores the role of printmaking within the discourse of contemporary art and culture. It serves as an introduction to the latest printmaking technology, including that of digital and photo sensitive plates, as well as non-toxic printmaking techniques. The course is divided between screenprinting, lithography, and intaglio and incorporates digital-imaging and color separation.

    Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    Departmental Requirement, All College Elective
    Spring
  
  • 2DPM305 Junior Printmaking Major 6 cr.


    Combined studio of junior and senior printmakers. Students analyze the use of printmaking within a personal body of work. This exploration of mixed-media techniques stresses the metamorphic and serial potential inherent in printmaking. 6 credits.

    Prerequisites: 2DPM266

    Double Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    Departmental Requirement
    Fall
  
  • 2DPM306 Junior Printmaking Major 6 cr.


    Combined studio of junior and senior printmakers. Students analyze the use of printmaking within a personal body of work. This exploration of mixed-media techniques stresses the metamorphic and serial potential inherent in printmaking. 6 credits.

    Prerequisites: 2DPM266, 2DPM305

    Double Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    Departmental Requirement
    Spring
  
  • 2DPM367 Drawing to Print 3 cr.


    Concurrent projects in drawing and printmaking to address the dialogue between concept and process. Students explore a variety of techniques. Students follow work from observation, imagination, and the influences of process as means of discovery and image-building.

    Prerequisites: SFDN181, SFDN185

    Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Departmental Required, All College Elective
    Fall and Spring
  
  • 2DPM380 Intermediate Silkscreen 3 cr.


    Further exploration of various processes in screen printing. Study of color, design, and drawing using techniques from handcut through photographic stencil-making.

    Prerequisites: 2DPM280

    Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    All College Elective
  
  • 2DPM392 PM Course Assistantship


  
  • 2DPM398 PM Internship


  
  • 2DPM399 PM Independent Study


  
  • 2DPM405 Senior Printmaking Major 6 cr.


    Combined studio of junior and senior printmakers. Students analyze the use of printmaking within a personal body of work. This exploration of mixed-media techniques stresses the metamorphic and serial potential inherent in printmaking. 6 credits.

    Prerequisites: 2DPM305, 2DPM306

    Double Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    Departmental Requirement
    Fall
  
  • 2DPM406 Senior Printmaking Major 6 cr.


    Combined studio of junior and senior printmakers. Students analyze the use of printmaking within a personal body of work. This exploration of mixed-media techniques stresses the metamorphic and serial potential inherent in printmaking. 6 credits.

    Prerequisites: 2DPM305, 2DPM306, 2DPM405

    Double Hybrid Studio/Critique
    Culturally Diverse Content
    Departmental Requirement
    Spring