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Fundamentals of Art

Fundamentals of Art A - 1/2 credit
Students create projects that represent fine art, commercial art, and craft. They practice the basic skills needed to create a drawing, a painting, a craft, and a commercial design. These studies are linked with information about historically significant artists or, periods of art, including the contributions of n-finority artists. Various sources of design are examined, and some choice of medium and subject matter is given.

Fundamentals of Art B - 1/2 credit
Assignments include projects in printmaking, sculpture, environmental design, and visual communication representing fine art, commercial art, and craft. Films, lectures, and discussions focus on production techniques and on historically significant examples of each art form, representing a variety of cultures. Career information is provided. Students may, occasionally, select media and subject matter for their work.