• ART 1050: Observational Drawing

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  An introduction to drawing and pictorial composition using basic drawing media in black and white. Primary emphasis on line, form, value, texture, space, shape, and one-point and multiple-point perspective, and the figure. Fall semester. Studio hours 6. Corequisites: ART 1010 or department head approval. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.
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• ART 1060: Expanded Drawing

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  A focus on the process of making drawings, including ideation and research. Experimentation is highly encouraged and expected as part of the regular class work. Students will examine how drawing connects to multiple categories of artwork including video, performance, sculpture, and design. Spring semester. Studio hours 6. Corequisite: ART 1020 or department head approval. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.
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• ART 1110: Introduction to Art

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Designed to heighten perception, appreciation, and enjoyment of the visual arts of the western world, this course examines selected works representative of a broad range of functions, forms, styles, and artistic intentions from prehistoric to present day. Consideration of the formal elements, design principles, and technical factors of significance in the production of works. Every semester. For the non- art major.
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• ART 1200: Introduction to Art Education

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Examination of a broad range of historical and philosophical issues in art education. Designed to help the student discover values in art education. Lectures, readings, reports, and discussion. On demand.
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• ART 1999R: Special Projects

  1.00 - 9.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Individual or group projects. For individual projects, student must submit an Individual Studies/Research Contract to the Records Office at the time of registration. On demand. Department head approval.
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• ART 2050: Figure Drawing

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Complex formal, psychological, and theoretical problems related to working from direct observation of a live nude model through the practice of drawing. Students will consider the body as a tool and as a subject, rich with conceptual possibilities that challenge conventional approaches to figure drawing. Readings and discussions will examine topics such as the tradition of the figure, the relationship between the artist and model, the dichotomy of the naked versus the nude, and identity. Introduction to a diverse range of artists will provide a historical framework and emphasize the figure in contemporary art. Studio hours 6. ART 2050 fall semester; ART 2060 spring semester. Prerequisite: ART 1060 or department head approval. Courses are sequential for art majors; ART 2050 or department head approval is prerequisite to ART 2060. ART 2060 is not required for the B.S. and B.A. degrees. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.
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• ART 2060: Drawing Research and Ideation

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  An introduction to a variety of drawing media and processes to promote experimentation and support the development of the student’s individual research priorities. Students will generate content through research, writing, planning, and discussion. Readings and lectures will supplement studio problems and offer an expanded view of the medium. Studio hours 6. Prerequisite: ART 1060 or department head approval. Laboratory/studio course fee will be assessed.
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• ART 2070: Painting I

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Painting of still life, landscape, and abstract compositions in oil emphasizing color relationships and composition as essential means of pictorial expression. ART 2070 fall semester; ART 2080 spring semester. Painting from the nude model. Prerequisites: ART 1010, ART 1050, ART 1060 or department head approval. Courses are sequential for art majors; ART 2070 is prerequisite to ART 2080.
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• ART 2080: Painting II

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  Painting of still life, landscape, and abstract compositions in oil emphasizing color relationships and composition as essential means of pictorial expression. ART 2070 fall semester; ART 2080 spring semester. Painting from the nude model. Prerequisites: ART 1010, ART 1050, ART 1060 or department head approval. Courses are sequential for art majors; ART 2070 or department head approval is prerequisite to ART 2080.
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• ART 2140: The History of Art from Prehistory to 1400 CE

  3.00 Credits

  The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

  
  This course surveys the art and architecture of global civilizations between 40,000 BCE and 1400 CE. Beginning with prehistoric human production and concluding with the emergence of transatlantic trade and colonialism, the course examines important achievements in sculpture, architecture, painting, and material culture as defined by current art historical and archaeological scholarship. The course emphasizes transregional dialogues and influences between such cultures as ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, China, Japan, Byzantium, Africa, North and South America, and medieval Europe. Focus is divided between visual study and critical interpretation, with an emphasis placed on how works of art fit into their historical, religious, socio-political, and cultural contexts. This course is designed to heighten perception, appreciation, and enjoyment of the visual arts, and introduce foundational ideas such as the formal elements, design principles, and other significant technical factors. Fall semester.
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