Summer Session

ARS 105: The Creative Process

Undergraduate 3 credits

DEC: D SBC: ARTS

An introduction to the creative process in art making and conceptual tools for understanding the visual arts from the perspective of the artist. Students learn about various methods, terms and approaches of the creative process through demonstrations, lectures and discussions on related themes. By placing art in context of today's issues, this course enables students to gain insight into the significance of creativity in its many physical and intellectual manifestations.

ARS 154: Foundations: Drawing

Undergraduate 3 credits

DEC: D SBC: ARTS

Fundamentals of drawing with a focus on developing technical and perceptual skills in hand-eye coordination and the ability to draw from observation using a variety of media. Conceptual and expressive possibilities of drawing explored within a range of subject matter that includes still life, the figure, landscape, and the study of the drawings of major artists, past and present.

ARS 205: Foundations: Idea and Form

Undergraduate 3 credits

DEC: D SBC: ARTS

An exploration of the basic building blocks of artistic practice and aesthetic analysis. Projects, readings, presentations, and discussions are used to examine the impact cultural, environmental and social context have on meaning and perception in art and visual culture. Projects are organized around themes such as line, plane, volume, color, composition, pattern, scale, narrative, performance, light and time. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

ARS 225: Introduction to Digital Art

Undergraduate 3 credits

Advisory Prerequisite: ARS 205

DEC: D SBC: ARTS; TECH

A hands-on introduction to the use of computers in the fine arts. Students explore image creation/manipulation, digital publishing and moving image through lecture, lab and discussion. Emphasis is on the expressive potential of the technology. No prior computer experience is required. Study of the history and impact of digital media on the arts and contemporary culture contextualize practical assignments. This course serves as preparation for further study in electronic media. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

ARS 255: Introductory Painting

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: ARS 154

Introductory painting in oils or acrylics. The various media, tools, and techniques of painting and of preparing surfaces for painting are explored. Continues the work of ARS 154 in the traditional areas of landscape, still life, and figure, as well as in perspective, foreshortening, proportion, anatomy, and color theory. One or two field trips to New York City museums and galleries may be required.

ARS 281: Introductory Photography

Undergraduate 3 credits

DEC: D SBC: ARTS; TECH

An introduction to the creative techniques and visual grammar of contemporary photographic image production. This course presents core camera operations, lens-based techniques, and software applications used in digital image processing and output. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Estimated cost of supplies is $450, in addition to the course fee.

ARS 308: Writing About Art

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: ARH or ARS major/minor or permission of instructor

SBC: WRTD

An advanced topics course with a focus on research, analytical skills and writing about art. Students analyze essays by different artists, scholars, and critics about a central topic before selecting and developing their own related topic to research. The final project is a research paper that begins with a thesis statement and outline, includes several drafts, peer review, and a final product. This course is offered as both ARH 308 and ARS 308.

ARS 324: Digital Arts: Design

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: CDT 208 or ARS 225

An introduction to the practice and theory of digital imagery, art and design through lecture, labs, readings and production. Students use contemporary page layout and design techniques to create image centered works of art, including digital prints, and artist's book. Study of the history and impact of digital print media on the arts and contemporary culture contextualize practical assignments. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

ARS 326: Video Art: Narrative Forms

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: ARS 225 or ARS 281 or CDT 208

SBC: HFA+

An exploration of the practice, theory, and history of narrative video art and independent cinema through lecture, production and critique. Students script, plan, shoot and edit short narrative video works for screen and projection. Emphasis is on story development, technical proficiency, creative execution and critical thinking. Video production and editing is done digitally. Video production is supported by the study of historical and contemporary examples of narrative-based video art. This course is repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

ARS 327: Digital Arts:WebDesign&Culture

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: CDT 208 or ARS 225

DEC: H SBC: STAS

An exploration of the practice and history of art on the Internet through lecture, project production, discussion and critique. Students create content for the web and mobile platforms while examining historical, and theoretical issues related to art and design on the Internet. Images, text, sound, and code are used to create web-based artworks and informational sites in response to course content. Emphasis is on creative use of current web technologies and software, as well as an examination of the cultural implications of the web. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

ARS 355: Anatomical/Bio Illustration

Undergraduate 3 credits

This course is intended to develop skills and approaches to design, scientific visualization and illustration not specific to any particular academic background or intended career path. It encourages the development of analytical observational skills and better brain/eye/hand coordination, providing an opportunity to explore the specialist rendering techniques used in scientific illustration. It is open to students with either a science or art background. It includes a historical overview of medical, biological, archaeological, botanical, technical, geological, paleontological, and anatomical illustration, but the focus is on student projects. Grading is on an individual basis, rather than against absolute standards, and students are expected to show that their skills have improved during the course by providing evidence of their work in the form of sketchbooks, preparatory studies as well as more finished pieces. This course is offered as both HBA 325 and ARS 355. Summer, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

ARS 381: Color and Light Photography

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: ARS 281

SBC: HFA+

An exploration of the creative aspects of color and light relationships with natural and artificial lighting. This course presents digital imaging techniques, critical color output, and use of the lighting studio. This course is repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Estimated cost of supplies is $300 in addition to the course fee.

ARS 382: Analog B&W Photography

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: ARS 281

SBC: HFA+

A study of analog black and white photography using traditional materials, processes and analog imaging techniques. Use of black and white photographic film formats, and the darkroom. This course is repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

ARS 390: Topics in Studio Art

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: ARS 154 or ARS 205

DEC: G SBC: HFA+

May be repeated as the topic changes. Not for major credit.

ARS 401: Critical Issues Seminar

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: U3 or U4 status; one upper-level ARS course

SBC: CER; WRTD

An in-depth investigation of the relationship between current events, popular culture, and visual art practice. This seminar is designed to engage social, political and ethical issues through readings, discussion, and written responses to current events in the art world. The course includes reading, debating and responding to a wide array of critical writings and work by selected theorists, philosophers, artists, cultural producers, and public intellectuals. Active participation required. May be repeated for credit as topics vary to a maximum of 6 credits.

ARS 491: Topics in Studio Theory & Prac

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: Permission of department

May be repeated as the topic changes. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

ARS 520: Projects for M.F.A. Candidates

Graduate 1-9 credits

Prerequisite: enrollment in the M. F. A. program or permission of instructor

Advanced projects in areas that may not be included in the M.F.A. curriculum, utilizing the unique talents of regular and visiting faculty, the facilities of the Art department, or other aspects of the university environment, and possibly facilities at other locations or institutions. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Prerequisites: Faculty sponsor, permission of graduate studies director. Fall, Spring and Summer,