Art Courses

Laboratory fees for classes in the Fine Arts are used to maintain studios and to supply equipment. Some basic supplies are usually provided for each class, but students may be asked to provide their own materials.

All art courses are open to all students with permission of the instructor. Studio classes may be repeated for credit with the permission of the division director or the director of advising. Students on financial aid should check with the Financial Aid Office before repeating courses.

Courses marked with an asterisk (*) may be used to partially fulfill Studio Core Requirements; those marked with two asterisks (**) may be used to partially fulfill Theory Core Requirements.

ARTS 110** Introduction to Visual Arts: A basic guide to the visual arts. Coursework includes lectures, discussions, demonstrations in various media, and visits to museums and galleries.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 112* Color and Design: This studio course identifies and uses the fundamental design principles required for any visual, two dimensional art form. It investigates the creative process and provides a foundation for the understanding of pigment color.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Every semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 113* Sculpture and Design: The fundamental design elements and principles common to all three-dimensional art forms. Studio work will be in a variety of media.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Every semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 121** Art to the Renaissance: A survey of various movements in world arts from the early roots to the European Renaissance.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 122** Art Since the Renaissance: A survey of the various movements in world arts from the European Renaissance to contemporary developments.
Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 130* Fundamental Drawing I: An introduction to basic techniques and concepts of drawing through an observational approach. Perspective, value, line, and composition are explored through various media.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 131 Fundamental Drawing II: A continuation of Fundamental Drawing I with an emphasis on creative problem solving and abstract concepts.
Prerequisite: Fundamental Drawing I.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 170* Color and Computers: This course is intended to complement ARTS 112, Color and Design, by investigating, in depth, both additive and subtractive color mixing through the use of graphics programs and the computer. Basic skills in the use of Macintosh and Silicon Graphics computers and Adobe Photoshop will be covered. The principles of color theory will be applied to creative projects.
Prerequisite: ARTS 112 or permission of instructor
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 195 Introduction to Art Education: Introduction to Art Education is the overview and foundation of the field of teaching art in public schools from K-12th grades. The environment, role of arts in schools and art as a learning tool will be presented. Alternate settings as private schools, specialized centers, museum settings will be introduced. An introduction to discipline based art education will be studied. Course content focuses on the developmental levels and changes in growth and learning art from early childhood through adolescence. Teaching art to the learning disabled in special education settings vs. mainstreamed settings will be introduced.
Prerequisites: ARTS 112, ARTS 130
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 211 Clay and Surface Color: This course offers a theoretical and practical approach to understanding glazes, glaze formulation, application and testing. Students will also explore the use of colored clay techniques, engobes and stains to further extend the range or surface effects.
Laboratory Fee: $25.00.
Prerequisite: ARTS 251
Alternate Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 221** 19th Century Art: An intensive study of painting and sculpture of the 19th Century in Europe and America. Museum visits required.
Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 222** Modern Art I: An intensive study of art from 1900 to 1945 in Europe and America. Lectures focus on painting and sculpture. Museum visits required.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 222A** Modern Art II: A Study of the major movements in contemporary arts since 1945. Includes studio visits to artists' studios on Eastern Long Island and museum visits.
Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 223** Eastern Arts: An introductory survey of art from Asia, India, and the Middle Eastern cultures.
On Occasion, Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 225** Non Western Arts: An introductory study of the art of African, Pre-Columbian, Native American, and other indigenous cultures. Museum visits required.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 226 Introduction to Graphic Design: A beginning level studio course which introduces the student to the design process. The course covers a variety of basic techniques employed in the creation of comprehensive and mechanical artwork for visual communication. Project work engages the student in the use of text and images for communicative and promotional purposes.
Laboratory Fee: $50.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 227 Gallery Management: An introduction to the various kinds of art galleries, their purposes, functions and methods of administration. Practical experience in handling works of art, hanging exhibitions and working with the program of the Fine Arts Gallery of Southampton College.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 229** History of Photography: A general and historical survey of the development of photography from its beginning. The course focuses on major photographers.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 230 Life Drawing: This course aims to enhance perceptual observation and awareness of the human anatomy, as well as expand students' visual vocabulary, by exploring both representational and experimental ways of drawing the human figure.
Prerequisites: ARTS 130 and 131.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 234 Summer Painting Workshop: A course for students at various skill levels, including those who have never painted before through more advanced painters. A variety of media may be utilized, including oil and/or acrylic. Emphasis on developing essential skills and concepts.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Summer, 3 Credits
ARTS 235* Painting: An introduction to the fundamentals of oil and/or acrylic painting with an emphasis on developing essential skills and concepts.
Prerequisites: ARTS 112, 130, and 131, or permission of instructor.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 236 Intermediate Painting: A continuation of painting in oil and/or acrylic with the opportunity for the more experienced painter to further investigate ideas and techniques.
Prerequisite: ARTS 235.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 237* Watercolor Painting: An introduction to the techniques of watercolor and their application.
Prerequisites: ARTS 112, 130, and 131.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 241* Sculpture Modeling: Clay and wax modeling, and plaster casing including full round relief projects. Figure studies from models. Individual as well as traditional styles are encouraged.
Prerequisites: ARTS 113, and 130.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 242* Sculpture: Wood: Detailed instruction in wood carving, care of tools, and the properties of the materials. Students are encouraged to work in large scale. ARTS 241 recommended prior to taking this course.
Prerequisites: ARTS 113, and 130.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 243* Sculpture: Direct Metal: Techniques and tools of oxyacetylene welding and sculptural construction in various metals.
Prerequisites: ARTS 113, and 130.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 245* Sculpture: Bronze Casting: A sculpture workshop designed for the beginner or advanced fine arts student. Sculptural form will be explored through the temporary materials of clay and wax; the final work will be cast in the permanent material of bronze.
Prerequisites: ARTS 113, 130.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 248* Sculpture: Stone Carving: Fundamentals of stone cutting, including the use of basic tools and various methods of working stone. As students work to develop form, they will progress from easily worked stone, such as soapstone and alabaster, to harder stone, such as marble. No previous experience is required.
Prerequisites: ARTS 113, and 130.
Laboratory Fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 250 Special Studies in Art: Specific topics will be explored in depth in areas of art history, art appreciation, and other non-studio subjects. Special guest lecturers will be invited to present students with subjects in art not normally covered in other classes. Credits are variable based on the number of class meetings.
Laboratory Fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, variable Credits
ARTS 251* Ceramics: An introductory course that offers an overview of ceramic expression. It includes both hand-building and wheel working techniques as well as basic glaze chemistry and application. Aesthetic concerns regarding functional and non-functional formats will be addressed.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 252 Intermediate Ceramics: This course offers continued exploration of traditional and non-traditional clay forming techniques. Student focus on projects and methods to suit their developing skills. Ceramic history, as well as contemporary trends, are discussed.
Prerequisites: ARTS 251.
Laboratory fee $50.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 253 Special Studies in Crafts: An opportunity for students to study a specific craft with an expert craftsperson. Crafts such as stained glass, paper-making, batik and glass-blowing will be offered. Credits are variable based on the number of class meetings.
Laboratory Fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, variable Credits
ARTS 254 Primitive Pottery: Raku: This hands-on workshop will introduce the student to Raku firing. Focus will be on participation in the rapid fire, quick cool-down and post reduction process. Decorative surface effects will be explored through the use of colored slips, glazes, copper matte finishes and smoke treatment so that a full textural palette is developed.
Laboratory Fee: $30.00.
Summer, 1 Credit
ARTS 255* Weaving and Fiber Arts: Loom and off-loom weaving techniques are explored; understanding of fibers and their uses is developed.
Laboratory fee $50.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 256* Jewelry: Designing and forming jewelry in silver and other metals. The course develops students' understanding of the tools and techniques of jewelry.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 258* The Potter's Wheel: This ceramic course places emphasis on the potter's wheel as a tool for the development of functional and non-functional work. It is structured to develop individual skills in the basics of wheel throwing or more advanced techniques such as closed forms, lids, altered forms or multiple form construction.
Prerequisite: ARTS 251.
Lab Fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 259 Kiln Firing Techniques: This hands-on course will introduce students to both oxidation and reduction firing techniques. The emphasis will be on individual projects that involve an exploration of surface treatments unique to sawdust/sagger firing, Raku, gas, and electric kilns. Construction of kilns will be discussed.
Prerequisite: ARTS 251.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 260 Illustration: The basic techniques of contemporary illustration for magazines, books, and other publications. Emphasis on technique and the development of individual approaches.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 261 Typography and Typesetting: A study of the design, use and development of letter forms. This studio course explores the principles and practices of lettering and calligraphic design, as well as the application of letter forms for the solution of communication based problems. Type identification, nomenclature, measuring systems, type specification, and computer-based typesetting are emphasized.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 262 Drafting for Design: This introductory course exposes the student to the fundamental theories and practices employed in technical drawing. The course content introduces the student to technical sketching, orthographic projection, dimensioning, picture and perspective drawing as well as the creations of basic architecture. Project work engages the student in the application of the above-mentioned drawing techniques and develops skills through the solution of student problems.
Laboratory Fee: $50.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 263* Scientific Illustration: Rendering techniques, layout and typography for scientific illustrations, graphs and diagrams. Students will develop an understanding of the tools and concepts involved.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 264 Layout Design: A study of the layout concepts employed in the creation of printed matter. This studio course explores the composition of broadsides, pamphlets, books, magazines, newspapers, and other media. Historical styles, new trends in visual communication, and methods of computer-based page layout are discussed.
Prerequisite: ARTS 226.
Laboratory fee: $50.00
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 265** History of Design: Study of the evolution of design from ancient civilization to the present, special emphasis on the developments and impacts of the Industrial Revolution, and the relationship of design to society. Different periods in the history of design will be studied through respective examples of graphic design, architecture, furniture, industrial and product design.
Laboratory fee: $50.00
Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 266 Intermediate Graphic Design: An intermediate course which explores the role of graphic design as a form of visual communication. Emphasis is on strengthening skills in problem solving and mechanical art preparation. Methods of creating line and halftone conversions, process color mechanicals and printed products are explored.
Prerequisite: ARTS 226.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 270 Computer Imagery: A studio class concentrating on the individual approach to the art of drawing and painting on the computer. Although a strong emphasis will be put on images created from "scratch," some basic scanning techniques will also be covered. Assignments address traditional artistic questions about composition, color, and content, while stressing personal symbolism and style in an attempt to find a balance between the mass technology of computers and the individual human experience of art.
Prerequisite: ARTS 170.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 271* Black and White Photography: This course includes camera techniques, aesthetics and mechanics of developing, printing and enlarging, and special effects in black and white. A 35mm SLR camera is required.
Laboratory fee: $55.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 272* Color Photography: Color photography as a fine art medium. The course explores the many uses of the camera and various darkroom techniques as they relate to color developing, printing and enlarging. A 35mm camera is required.
Prerequisite: ARTS 271.
Laboratory fee: $55.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 275 Electronic Photography: This introductory course surveys the creative uses of digital photography and scanned images. Working with the computer and image manipulation software, students will learn the basic tools and techniques of scanning and digitizing images, and, image editing through the use of color correction, retouching, and toning. The basics of image composition and color theory will be covered.
Laboratory fee: $55.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 280* Silkscreen: The course develops an understanding of the tools, materials and processes involved in silk-screen printing.
Prerequisites: ARTS 112 and 130.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 281* Etching: This course develops an understanding of the tools, materials, processes and techniques involved in etching.
Prerequisites: ARTS 112 and 130.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 282 Lithography: This course develops an understanding of the tools, materials, processes and techniques of stone and aluminum plate lithography, photo process and color separation.
Prerequisites: ARTS 112 and 130.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 285 Papermaking: This course is an introduction to the art and craft of papermaking. The set up and operation of a paper mill, sheet formation using diverse plant fibers, cast paper, custom deckles, and colored pulp painting, will be explored.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 295 Studio Materials and: Techniques for Art Teachers Hands on studio course designed to teach future art teachers presentation techniques in foundation studio areas. Apply and translate your studio knowledge, abilities and techniques to communicate them to students from K-12th grades.; Topics, studio materials, and strategies are geared around school settings and corresponding developmental levels. Scaling projects up and down, studio problem solving, experimentation with materials, and techniques for the teaching of art will be explored. Students will be provided with the foundational studio areas of curriculum for generalist art teacher certification. Studio areas will cover drawing, painting, printmaking, craft, mixed media, 3d construction and collage.
Prerequisites: ARTS 130, and ARTS 235.
Laboratory fee: $45.00
Fall & Summer, 3 Credits
ARTS 315 Gallery and Museum Seminar: A travel course designed to familiarize students with exhibitions and collections in major art centers. Students will participate in a preliminary study of the works to be viewed, visit galleries and museums, and formulate their responses to the experience in a daily journal and in group discussions.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor
Special Session, 3 Credits
ARTS 330 Advanced Drawing: Advanced techniques and concepts of drawing with emphasis on the development of individual styles and techniques.
Prerequisites: ARTS 230.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 335 Advanced Painting: Advanced techniques and concepts of painting with an emphasis on the development of individual approaches.
Prerequisites: ARTS 235.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 338/538 Master Art Workshop: A practical workshop for artists in the heart of America's number one art community. A creative and in-depth studio experience for the artist who has mastered the basic techniques of painting, drawing and sculpture, with such artists as Robert Dash, April Gornik, Berenice DVorzon, Eric Fischl, Larry Rivers, Miriam Schapiro, Dan Welden, and Steve Wood. Interaction with visiting artists includes critiques, discussions, and visits to the artists' studios.
Summer, 4 Credits
ARTS 344 Sculpture: Assemblage: Collage, assemblage and construction techniques using a wide variety of materials.
Prerequisites: ARTS 113, and 235.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Alternate Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 349 Advanced Sculpture: Stone/Metal: Investigation of materials, methods, and techniques involved in creating sculpture through the reductive process of carving from stone and/or the constructive procedures, engineering skill and various considerations which facilitate the fabrication of sculpture through the understanding and practical application of direct heat to metal.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 351 Advanced Ceramics: Advanced clay-working techniques and concepts with the emphasis on individual research problems. Gallery/museum visits are required.
Prerequisite: ARTS 251 or permission of instructor.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 355 Advanced Weaving and Fiber Arts: This course is designed to develop advanced technical and design skills in the fiber arts, including loom and off-loom weaving. Advanced projects will be individually assigned.
Prerequisite: ARTS 255.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
ARTS 366 Print Production: An advanced studio course that enables the student to experiment with various techniques and media for photomechanically transforming comprehensive quality art work into an edition of prints. The course content builds on the students' knowledge of graphic design and printmaking and allows them to refine and strengthen their abilities in both areas. Project work engages the student in the development of a sophisticated graphic image, photo-mechanical separation and printmaking techniques.
Prerequisites: ARTS 264, 266.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 367 Package Design: A course emphasizing graphic design as it relates to three-dimensional forms. Research and use of materials are stressed in the exploration of design for a variety of packaged products. Environmental implications of packaging are addressed.
Prerequisites: Studio Foundation Courses, ARTS 230, 260, 264, 265, 266, 271.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 369 Senior Seminar: A seminar type course where students evaluate and strengthen their concept of art and design and develop a professional quality portfolio. The course structure encourages student interaction and debate on philosophical concerns related to their past work and chosen career path. Assignments engage the student in the problem of framing their work in a historical context and relating it to the work of their colleagues.
Prerequisite: 2nd Semester Junior Status.
Laboratory fee: $25.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 370 Computer Animation: A fundamental course in animation using computers and both painting and animation software. Scanning photographic images, morphing, image manipulation, and basic animation techniques are explored. A final video tape of completed animation work is prepared.
Prerequisite: ARTS 270.
Laboratory fee: $55.00.
Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 371 Advanced Photography: Students develop advanced techniques and work with experimental processes in developing an individual style. Includes work with 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 and 4 x 5 cameras.
Prerequisite: ARTS 271.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 375 Advanced Electronic Photography: This advanced course will develop the creative uses of digital photography and scanned images. Working with various image manipulation software, students will learn advanced file management, high-end scanning and output, RGB to CYMK colorspace conversion, creating color separations, and offset reproduction.
Prerequisite: ARTS 275.
Laboratory fee: $55.00
Spring, 3 Credits
ARTS 377 Master Photography Workshop: A workshop for photographers taught by master photographers. During each of the four weeks of the workshop various aspects of photography will be covered in a series of one-credit courses which are one week in duration.
Laboratory fee: $55.00
Summer, 2 to 6 Credits Undergraduate, 3 to 6 Credits Graduate
ARTS 380 Advanced Printmaking: Students develop advanced techniques and individual styles in the areas of silk-screen, etching or lithography.
Prerequisites: ARTS 280, or 281, or 282.
Laboratory fee: $50.00.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
ARTS 395 Methods of Teaching Art: This course focuses on procedures, practices and philosophies involved in the teaching of art from preschool through high school. Studio activities, lectures, demonstrations, visits and observations are included.
Prerequisites: All Art Core Courses. Art Education majors must have, in addition, EDUC 201, 213, and 214.
Laboratory fee: $25.00.
Fall, 3 Credits
ARTS 396 Winchester College of Art, England: Southampton Graduate Campus offers an exchange program with Winchester College of Art, one of Britain's premier art schools. Located about 60 miles from London, Winchester is a division of the University of Southampton, England. Student who are interested in study abroad can register for this course at Southampton Graduate Campus and tailor courses in Winchester to requirements for their art major. Course assignments and grading -- based on a portfolio of work and the recommendations of the Winchester faculty -- takes place when the students return from England. Courses used to fulfill requirements in the major will be assigned the letter W to identify that they were taken abroad. The exchange program is an opportunity to develop personal work in a creative environment, while fulfilling Southampton Credits.
Prerequisites: Junior status, approval by Arts and Media Faculty and Division Director
Every Semester, 12 - 15 Credits
ARTS 400 Independent Study: Students must register for Independent Studies in Art prior to the semester in which they will be taken. Students must have permission of the instructor, the advisor and the Division Director. Credits and prerequisites vary.
Every Semester, 1 to 4 Credits
ARTS 401 Directed Study in Art: Seniors work with mentors in developing a project, usually in one medium, which will be reviewed monthly by the visual arts faculty. The study culminates in a solo exhibition in The Fine Arts Gallery at the end of the semester. Students preparing to take ARTS 401 will meet with the faculty in the semester immediately proceeding the course. Students are expected to provide their own materials for this study.
Every Semester, 10 Credits
ARTS 440 Cooperative Education in Art: Students interested in Cooperative Education should meet with the Cooperative Education staff as well as with the Division Director of Arts and Media.
Every Semester, 1 to 6 Credits
ARTS 490 Internship in Art: A full semester internship in the area of career interest. Students should meet with the Division Director prior to registration to discuss their interests.
Every Semester, 12 Credits