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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
AR 354 Advanced Figure Drawing (1)
An exploration of the anatomy and proportions of the human figure as it relates to the
artist. Skeletal anatomy as well as the muscular anatomy and the body fat masses on the
male and female body will be examined. Facial features and proportions will also be
addressed with portraitures. Old masters’ and contemporary artists’ work will be studied.
Figure laboratory required. Prerequisite: AR 250.
AR 355 Colored and Mixed Media (1)
An exploration of both black and white and colored drawing media, as well as techniques
in mixed media. Emphasis is on matching the medium to the individual’s strengths.
Figure laboratory required. Prerequisite: AR 150.
AR 356 Observational Drawing (1)
An investigation of light, surface, and form in natural objects and depth and perspective
in architecture. Students will also draw inspiration from works in the Birmingham
Museum of Art and from other local destiantions that may include the zoo, botanical
gardens, and downtown. Figure laboratory required. Prerequisite: AR 250.
AR 372 Research Methodologies in Studio Art (1)
Develops conceptual and critical analysis skills crucial to the maturation of the studio
artist; culminates in the production of both a visual portfolio and written work
demonstrating conceptual sophistication.
All studio art majors are required to take this
course in the spring of their third year of study. Prerequisites: AR 111, AR 112, AR 150,
AR 250, and three 300-level courses in studio concentration or permission of the art
faculty.
AR 397 Architecture Internship (1)
An
internship with an approved architecture firm. Students are required to work a
minimum of 150 hours per term and complete course requirements. Prerequisites:
AR 311, THA 310, UES 380, and junior or senior standing. Fall, Spring, Summer.
AR 435 Advanced Printmaking (1)
A studio experience focusing on print processes in order to develop the student’s
understanding of the relationship between techniques and concepts. Prerequisite: AR 330,
AR 331, AR 332, AR 333, or AR 334.
AR 471 Senior Studio I (1)
A course for B.A. and B.F.A. studio art degree candidates that leads to the production of
a series of related works in the student’s area of specialization. For the B.A. student, the
course fulfills the senior capstone experience and will culminate in a public talk and a
written formal statement. A public exhibition of completed work is optional. For the
B.F.A. student, the course is the first of three courses (AR 471, AR 472, and AR 499)
that comprise the senior capstone experience; the completion of all three courses will
culminate in a public exhibition, a public talk, a formal artist’s statement, and a written
thesis. The major components of this course will include weekly critiques, a written
statement of purpose, and the development of a formal statement that outlines the