FA PAS

Fine Arts (FA)

The terms indicated are expected but are not guaranteed. For the courses offered during any given term, consult the Schedule of Classes.

101ab Drawing I (4-4, FaSp) An introduction to drawing, both skill and perception oriented, as the basic tool for all the visual arts.

102 Design Fundamentals(4, FaSp) Introduction to the basic elements and processes of visual communication and design. Instruction includes studio projects, lectures and readings. Various media used.

105 Painting I (4, FaSp) Practical introduction to oil and acrylic pigments, painting equipment, processes, and media. Also, primary experience in: color, composition and perception through representational and abstract painting.

106 Sculpture I (4, FaSp) Practical and theoretical introduction to sculpture as dimensional manipulation. Primary exploration of form, mass, gravity, surface, structure and associative recognition in three-dimensional art.

112 Ceramics (4, FaSp) Practical and theoretical exploration of the nature of surface, form, volume and mass as fundamental elements of clay sculpture and the ceramic object.

140x A Cultural Guide to Los Angeles (2, FaSp) An experiential and critical survey of the cultural phenomena that make up Los Angeles: dance, music, theater, film; emphasis on visual arts. Not available for major credit to fine arts majors.

142x Contemporary Arts and Artists (2, FaSp) Introduction to Los Angeles' visual arts by touring artists' studios, galleries, and museums. Reading, seminars, and written evaluations. Not available for major credit to fine arts majors.

150 Visual Culture and Literacy (4, FaSp) Exploration of visual thinking and communication in art and popular culture: interpretation of the personal and social context, function and lineage of the image.

201ab Drawing II (a: 4, FaSp; b: 4, FaSp) Transitional course from the emphasis on technique to conceptual skills, involving personal ideas and interpretations in preparation for advanced work. Prerequisite: FA 101ab.

205ab Painting II (4-4, FaSp) A continuation of the practical and theoretical skills introduced in Painting I. Color as an issue in personal expression and perception; color as content, cultural and social subjects/objects, symbols and to signify a personal language. Prerequisite: FA 105.

206 Sculpture II (4, FaSp) Continued examination of the concepts of three-dimensional art: interrelation of material and image, public, human and intimate scale. Prerequisite: FA 106.

207abx Two-Dimensional Art Workshop (a: 2, max 8, Fa; b: 2, max 8, FaSp) a: Studio practice to develop standards of judgment and appreciation of the visual arts. Not available for credit to studio majors. b: Continuation of a.

208abx Three-Dimensional Art Workshop (a: 2, max 8, FaSp; b: 2, max 8, FaSp) a: Studio practice to develop standards of judgment and appreciation of the visual arts. Not available for credit to studio majors. b: Continuation of a.

209ab Photography (4-4, FaSp) a: Introduction to the practice of photography within an art context. The course provides a general technical and conceptual base upon which to build a viable and engaging photographic practice. b: Continuation of the technical and conceptual basis of photographic practice within an art context. Work is in color and black and white.

210abx Ceramic Workshop (2-2) Historic and contemporary survey of ceramics including introductory studio experience, which relates theory to hands-on approach, in working toward development of a personal aesthetic language. Not available for credit to studio majors.

301 Advanced Drawing (4, FaSpSm) Directed examination of personal approaches in drawing; emphasis on making visual and artistic decisions and developing an appropriate attitude towards individual expression. Prerequisite: FA 201b.

302 Graphic Design for Fine Arts (4, Sp) A skill-oriented course with content applicable to both the commercial and fine arts field; emphasis is on skills and procedures required in the applied arts. Prerequisite: FA 101ab, FA 102.

303x Fundamentals of Visual Expression (4, Sp) Experiential and theoretical understanding of the fundamental elements and principles of visual expression; nature, purposes, and vocabulary of visual art in historic and contemporary contexts. Not available for credit to studio majors.

305 Advanced Painting (4, FaSpSm) Directed examination of aesthetic concepts; investigation into personal ideas related to the development of a creative visual language in painting. Prerequisite: FA 105, FA 205ab.

306 Advanced Sculpture (4, FaSp) Directed examination of three-dimensional aesthetic concepts; development of an individual creative vision. Prerequisite: FA 206.

309 Advanced Photography (4, FaSp) Continuation of the practice of photographic image making within a fine arts context, furthering technical and conceptual abilities. Continuation of critical readings. Prerequisite: FA 209ab.

310 Matrix Lab: Introduction to Computer Imaging in the Arts (4, FaSp) An introductory course in digital imaging which through studio practice and critical inquiry explores the implications and potential of computer and video generated art forms.

311 Printmaking (4, FaSp) Introductory course in various printmaking techniques; necessary skills and inherent expressive qualities of different printmaking methods are explored.

312 Advanced Ceramics (4, Sm) Directed examination of aesthetic concepts and investigation into personal ideas as they relate to the development of a creative visual language in ceramics. Prerequisite: FA 112.

350 Art Theory and Criticism (4, FaSp) An intellectual framework for the practice of art making; the historical context for current ideas. (Duplicates credit in former FA 204.)

390 Special Problems (1-4, Irregular) Supervised, individual studies. No more than one registration permitted. Enrollment by petition only.

401 Topics in Advanced Drawing (4, max 12, FaSpSm) Continued directed examination of personal approaches in drawing, emphasis on making visual and artistic decisions and developing an appropriate attitude toward visual expression. Prerequisite: FA 101ab, FA 201ab, FA 301.

402 Topics in Graphic Design for Fine Arts (4, Sp) Continuing exploration of the aesthetic content of graphic arts. Skills and procedures relating to the fine arts aspects of commercial and applied arts. Prerequisite: FA 302.

405 Topics in Advanced Painting (4, max 12, FaSpSm) Directed painting with continued emphasis on personal choices regarding appropriation of conceptual images and arrangement, material processes, scale, number of paintings. Ongoing critical response to painting. Prerequisite: FA 101ab, FA 102, FA 105, FA 205ab, FA 305.

406 Topics in Advanced Sculpture (4, max 12, FaSp) Individual direction of the study of aesthetic issues in sculpture; investigation of an individual creative vision. Prerequisite: FA 306.

407ab Drawing and Rendering for the Theatre (2-2) Drawing and rendering techniques appropriate for theatre designers. a: Drawing and drawing theory. b: Drawing and rendering.

409 Topics in Advanced Photography (4, max 12, FaSp) In-depth exploration of photographic and artistic concepts as they apply to the articulation of personal work. Prerequisite: FA 309.

410 Matrix Lab: Topics in Computer Imaging in the Arts (4, max 12, FaSp) A continuation of FA 310 with an extension into time-based digital imaging. Prerequisite: FA 310.

411 Topics in Advanced Printmaking (4, max 12, FaSp) Directed examination of specific printmaking media in relation to personal aesthetic goals and expressive concepts. Prerequisite: FA 311.

412 Topics in Advanced Ceramics (4, max 12, FaSpSm) Continued directed examination of aesthetic concepts and investigation into personal ideas as they relate to the development of a creative visual language in ceramics. Prerequisite: FA 312.

417x Special Topics in Studio Arts (2-4, max 8, FaSpSm) Introductory courses of special interest to the studio arts. Not available for graduate credit.

418 Independent Studies in Studio Arts (1-10, max 10, FaSpSm) Independent research of specific topics under the direction of a faculty member. Administrative and faculty approval required. Prerequisite: appropriate lower division course work.

419 Professional Internship in the Arts (2, max 4, FaSpSm) An experiential/academic opportunity in a museum, gallery, community cultural center, or related facility. Lectures, seminars, written analysis, and working internship. Open to upper division fine arts majors.

450 Senior Seminar (4, FaSp) Contemporary professional issues facing the studio artist; current directions in the visual arts; forces and attitudes affecting the practicing artist in our society. (Duplicates credit in former FA 404.)

550abcd Seminar: Contemporary Issues (1-1-1-1, FaSp) Study of issues relative to current directions in the visual arts; analysis and implications of forces contributing to conceptual development.

551 Fine Art and Interdisciplinary Studies (4, max 12, Fa) Issues and theories of contemporary art in relation to philosophy, history, literature, music, theatre, film, culture, politics, science, psychology and other disciplines.

560 Studies in Two-Dimensional Media (1-8, max 22, FaSpSm) Investigation of creative problems through two-dimensional media. Course may be repeated; maximum number of units to be determined by advisor.

570 Studies in Three-Dimensional Media (1-8, max 22, FaSpSm) Investigation of creative problems through three-dimensional media. Course may be repeated; maximum number of units to be determined by advisor.

580 Studies in Intermedia (1-8, max 22, FaSpSm) Investigation of creative problems through intermedia. Course may be repeated; maximum number of units to be determined by advisor.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the graduate degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: departmental approval, approval by Dean of School of Fine Arts or formal contract for research project.

594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.

Public Art Studies (PAS)

400 Contemporary Public Art (4, FaSp) A survey of contemporary public art, its historical context and current trends, focusing on significant pieces and artists in Los Angeles and Southern California.

561 Administration Survey (3, Fa) Survey of administrative approaches utilized by both private and public art agencies.

562 Administration and Program Development (3, Sp) Comparative case studies of the administration of private/public art agencies and their development. Concluding with the development of individual program policy statements. Prerequisite: PAS 561.

571 History Survey (3, Fa) An introductory survey of the history of public art from prehistoric monuments to the present. Emphasis upon the recent developments.

572 History (3, Sp) Continued investigation of contemporary public art projects based upon case studies and the investigation of public art aesthetics and topics. Prerequisite: PAS 571 or departmental approval.

575 Practice of Public Art (2-6, max 12, FaSp) Collaborative experience between artist, designer, and problem solver involved in developing public art solutions. Development of principles, processes, and skills utilized during the preparation of public art proposals.

581 Forum (3, Sp) Study of public art philosophy, programs and practicalities of administration utilizing professionals with diverse backgrounds. Numerous field trips required. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: PAS 561, PAS 571 or departmental approval.

582 Seminar: Contemporary Issues (3, Sp) Study of issues relative to current directions in public art; analysis and implications of forces contributing to conceptual development. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: PAS 561, PAS 562, PAS 571, PAS 572, or departmental approval.

590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.

591 Field Internship Experience (2-6, FaSpSm) Supervised internship participation within the context of a public/private art agency. Administrative involvement with community, artists, designers, professional agencies, and research. Graded CR/NC. Prerequisite: successful completion of all other requirements. Concurrent enrollment with PAS 593a required.

593abz Final Project (2-6; 0; 0, FaSpSm) Written/visual documentation of project completed during 591z Field Internship Experience. Graded IP/CR/NC. Credit on acceptance of thesis. Prerequisite: successful completion of all other requirements. For 593a, concurrent enrollment with PAS 591 required.

599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, FaSpSm) Comprehensive exploration of a particular aspect of public art. Prerequisite: departmental approval or formal contract for research.

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