Art

Professors

Dan Van Tassell, chair

Charles W. Goolsby 

Mission

The Art department at Emory & Henry College prepares students for a variety of career and graduate school opportunities by educating them to understand and apply the creative process.

Values

We believe that the connections students find in the study of art create an understanding of historical perspectives, contemporary issues, and relationships inherent in art and life. We aim to provide an intensive study of the visual arts and their histories in which students will use creative problem solving skills to understand and express visual language. We foster an environment where students can develop their abilities and confidence to conceive, analyze and understand works of art in a variety of forms.

Degrees and Certificates

Classes

ART 111 : Introduction to Art & Design

Introduction to the basic materials and concepts of the visual arts through two-dimensional design projects. Art examples selected from representative historical periods integrated with laboratory experiences. Emphasis on visual problem solving, vocabulary of art, and craftsmanship in the use of materials. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Artistic Expression.

Semester Hours

3

ART 112 : Three-Dimensional Design

Emphasis on three-dimensional experiences and expression. Art examples selected from representative historical periods integrated with laboratory experiences. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Artistic Expression.

Semester Hours

3

ART 151 : Drawing

Fundamentals of observational and conceptual drawing processes. Art elements and principles explored through a variety of black and white drawing media with a focus on still life, landscape, perspective, and figure drawing. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Artistic Expression.

Semester Hours

3

ART 200 : Figure Drawing

Drawing the figure using a variety of media and approaches with attention to proportion, structure, anatomy, movement, and expressive quality.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

151.

ART 202 : Professional Arts Engagement I

The world of work in the visual arts, professional engagement with artistic communities including educational systems, museum settings, graphic design, for-profit and not-for-profit galleries, networking and navigating in creative economies. Art majors only. 1 credit hour. 

Semester Hours

1

ART 205 : Photography I

Cameras, shutters, exposure meters, enlargers, lenses, filters, and lighting. Developing, black and white printing, and enlarging. Developers and fixers. Close-up photography, special techniques and effects. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Artistic Expression.

Semester Hours

3

ART 206 : Digitial Photography I

Techniques and processes of digital image-making with cameras, including image capture, manipulation, work flow, organization and digital printing. Emphasizes professional standards, technical proficiency and individual artistic expression. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Artistic Expression.

Semester Hours

3

ART 210 : Visual Arts Computing

Use of personal computers and discipline-related software as aids in visual design. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Artistic Expression.

Semester Hours

3

ART 215 : Web Design

Visual design, navigation development, communication and authoring of websites. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Artistic Expression.

Semester Hours

3

ART 221 : History of Western Art I

Chronological survey of major periods through pre-Renaissance. Representative works in painting, sculpture, and architecture studied in context of parent cultures. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Interpreting Texts.

Semester Hours

3

ART 222 : History of Western Art II

Chronological survey of major periods from the Renaissance to the current period. Representative works in painting, sculpture, architecture, and contemporary media studied in context of parent cultures. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Interpreting Texts. This course satisfies the proficiency requirement for Written Communication in the disciplines.

Semester Hours

3

ART 231 : Ceramics I

Exploration of hand-building and introduction to wheel-throwing processes involved in producing pottery; working knowledge of firing, glazing, and throwing techniques. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Artistic Expression.

Semester Hours

3

ART 241 : Crafts I

Introduction to a variety of craft materials and techniques. Emphasis on crafts as an artistic, educational, and recreational resource and as a part of Appalachian culture. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Artistic Expression.

Semester Hours

3

ART 255 : Painting I

Techniques in oil/acrylic media in still life, landscape, figure, and portraiture. Emphasis on perceptual and technical development in relation to color theory, art theory, history, studio practices.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

151.

ART 265 : Museum Studies

Working theoretical knowledge related to the history and philosophy of museums, as well as an introduction to the "hands on" skills of exhibition practice. Student application of knowledge and skills towards future work and studies in the field of museums.

Semester Hours

3

ART 302 : Professional Arts Engagement II

The world of work in the visual arts, professional engagement with artistic communities including educational systems, museum settings, graphic design, for-profit and not-for-profit galleries, networking and navigating in creative economies. Art majors only. 1 credit hour.

Semester Hours

1

ART 305 : Photography II

Black and white photography applications: portraits, flash, studio and location lighting, quality control, special films and developers, photojournalism, advertising photography, and photography as fine art.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

205.

ART 310 : Graphic Design

Fundamentals of digital visual communication and modern advertising techniques. Emphasis on computer design,layout, typography, and reproduction.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

210.

ART 312 : Sculpture

Additive and subtractive processes in a variety of media with an emphasis on three-dimensional expression.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

112.

ART 321 : 20th Cent Art and Theory

Study of the Modernist and Postmodernist movements. Examination of art styles including Post-Impressionism Through Conceptual Art. Theories of Fry, Bell, Greenberg, Langer, Derrida, Foucault, and others, within the context of visual art developments. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Interpreting Texts.

Semester Hours

3

ART 322 : Italian Art

Study in Rome, Pompeii, and Florence. Art history of Italy traced from antiquity through Baroque times, with emphasis on architecture, sculpture, and painting. Students will be responsible for travel expenses to locations abroad. This course satisfies the Modes of Inquiry requirement for Interpreting Texts. This course satisfies the Emory Abroad requirement.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

permission of instructor.

ART 331 : Ceramics II

Intermediate studio practices and theory in forming, firing and glazing clay-ware and sculpture with an emphasis on individual instruction.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

231.

ART 345 : Printmaking I

Relief and intaglio processes and history. Experimentation with traditional and experimental techniques that define uniqueness of artistic reproduction. This course satisfies the proficiency requirement for Quantitative Literacy in the disciplines.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

111.

ART 356 : Painting II

Painting problems with an emphasis on concept and media experimentation. This course satisfies the proficiency requirement for Oral Communication in the disciplines.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

255.

ART 370 : Spec Stu in Art-Photography

Advanced topics in art. Significant amount of mature work produced.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

junior status, permission of department and instructor.

ART 371 : Special Studies - Painting

Advanced topics in Art. Significant amount of mature work produced.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

junior status, permission of department and instructor.

ART 372 : Special Studies - Ceramics

Advanced topics in Art. Significant amount of mature work produced.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

junior status, permission of department and instructor.

ART 373 : Special Studies - Crafts

Advanced topics in Art. Significant amount of mature work produced.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

junior status, permission of department and instructor.

ART 374 : Special Studies - Graphics

Advanced topics in Art. Significant amount of mature work produced.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

junior status, permission of department and instructor.

ART 375 : Special Studies - Sculpture

Advanced topics in Art. Significant amount of mature work produced.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

junior status, permission of department and instructor.

ART 401 : Art Seminar I

Professional course serving as a format for the development and execution of the departmentally required senior exhibition along with the necessary professional materials, including resumés, artist's statements, slides, portfolios, exhibition proposals, exhibition installations, presentation of work, labeling, shipping, and tax implications. Art majors only. Semester prior to senior exhibition. .5 semester hour.

Semester Hours

0.5

ART 402 : Art Seminar II

Professional course serving as a format for the development and execution of the departmentally required senior exhibition along with the necessary professional materials, including resumés, artist's statements, slides, portfolios, exhibition proposals, exhibition installations, presentation of work, labeling, shipping, and tax implications. Art majors only. Semester during senior exhibition.

Semester Hours

0.5

Prerequisites

ART 401 : Art Seminar I

ART 405 : Advanced Photography I

ART 405 AND 406 ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY A study of photography, with emphasis on advanced strategies for exploring issues of thematic concern. Focus on individual artistic development and expression taken to higher professional standards. A significant amount of mature work must be produced.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

305.

ART 406 : Advanced Photography II

ART 405 AND 406 ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY A study of photography, with emphasis on advanced strategies for exploring issues of thematic concern. Focus on individual artistic development and expression taken to higher professional standards. A significant amount of mature work must be produced.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

305.

ART 410 : Advanced Digital Art I

A study of digital art, with emphasis on advanced strategies for exploring issues of thematic concern. Focus on individual artistic development and expression taken to higher professional standards. A significant amount of mature work must be produced.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

310.

ART 445 : Advanced Printmaking I

A study of printmaking, with emphasis on advanced strategies for exploring issues of thematic concern. Focus on individual artistic development and expression taken to higher professional standards. A significant amount of mature work must be produced.

Semester Hours

3

ART 446 : Advanced Printmaking II

A study of printmaking, with emphasis on advanced strategies for exploring issues of thematic concern. Focus on individual artistic development and expression taken to higher professional standards. A significant amount of mature work must be produced.

Semester Hours

3

ART 455 : Advanced Painting/Drawing

A study of painting and/or drawing, with emphasis on advaned strategies for exploring issues of thematic concern. Focus on individual artistic development and expression taken to higher professional standards. Asignificant amount of mature work must be produced. Prerequisite 255.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

.

ART 456 : Advanced Painting & Drawing

A study of painting and/or drawing, with emphasis on advanced strategies for exploring issues of thematic concern. Focus on individual artistic development and expression taken to high professional standards. A significant amount of mature work must be produced.

Semester Hours

3

Prerequisites

255.

ART 460 : Independent Study

Advanced study for individual students at the senior level who wish to work on a major problem in art, under the supervision of a faculty member.

Semester Hours

4

Prerequisites

senior status, 3.

ART 470 : Internship I

Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site.

Semester Hours

6

Prerequisites

junior or senior status, 2.

ART 471 : Internship II

Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site.

Semester Hours

6

Prerequisites

junior or senior status, 2.