Program Overview
The Art Studio Minor at this institution offers a comprehensive exploration of Western art history, art research, and drawing techniques. Students will develop their artistic skills, critical thinking abilities, and understanding of the visual arts through a combination of required courses and studio art electives. This minor provides a foundation for further study in art or related fields, as well as for personal enrichment and artistic expression.
Program Outline
Outline:
Art Studio Minor (20 hours)
Required Courses:
- ARH 1040FYW Survey of Western Art History (4 hours)
- ART 1050 Art Research (4 hours)
- ART 1300 Introduction to Drawing (4 hours)
- Studio Art Electives (2 courses) (8 hours)
Course Descriptions:
- ARH 1040FYW Survey of Western Art History (4 hours): This course is a general survey of artworks of "western" cultures from prehistory to the present. "Western" typically designates art produced in Europe or the Americas in the European tradition, but the term can be imprecise and problematic at times. We will explore why. This course provides an overview of both typical and exceptional artworks from the western tradition; artworks range from tiny to colossal, relatively ephemeral to permanent, crude-looking to meticulously crafted, and banal to sacred. We will typically discuss artworks in roughly chronological order. Ultimately students will learn the range of artworks produced by each culture, how those artworks were made, why they looked the way they did, and what functions they served. They will also develop the skills to analyze, discuss, and write about the visual arts.
- ART 1050 Art Research (4 hours): This studio art course provides an introduction to fundamental concepts and techniques for creative production + problem solving + presentation. We will aim to expand your understanding of what you can achieve and what interests you through experimentation with time, surface, and space as well as a thoughtful exploration of the elements and principles of 2D, 3D, and 4D art and design. While this course will cover some ideas of technique, materials, and process, this is primarily a course where our goal will be to develop our ideas and strategies for how to engage an artistic practice that takes place across material + dimensional boundaries based on the needs of "the work" and the concepts behind it.
- ART 1300 Introduction to Drawing (4 hours): A studio art investigation into drawing as a tool for thinking, observing, and questioning. Students will become familiar with fundamental techniques and concepts such as line, value, form, and perspective. A variety of dry media and surfaces will be used. Formal and in-progress critiques will be held throughout the semester. Attending and/or participating in local art exhibitions and artist lectures is required. Various levels (1-4) of this studio art medium may meet together. The course requirements of each level are different.
Nebraska Wesleyan University
Overview:
Nebraska Wesleyan University is a private, four-year liberal arts university located in Lincoln, Nebraska. It is known for its strong academic programs, small class sizes, and commitment to student success.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The university offers a vibrant campus life with a variety of student organizations, clubs, and activities. Students have the opportunity to participate in athletics, arts, music, and community service. Nebraska Wesleyan University also emphasizes experiential learning, with a focus on internships, research, service learning, and study abroad opportunities.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Small class sizes:
Nebraska Wesleyan University boasts a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, allowing for personalized attention and close relationships with professors.Experienced faculty:
100% of classes are taught by professors, not graduate students, ensuring students receive instruction from experienced professionals in their field.Experiential learning:
The university encourages students to engage in internships, research, service learning, or study abroad, providing valuable real-world experience.Financial aid:
99% of students receive financial aid, making a Nebraska Wesleyan University education accessible to a wide range of students.Academic Programs:
Nebraska Wesleyan University offers a variety of undergraduate majors, minors, pre-professional programs, and graduate programs. The university is known for its strong programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and business.
Other:
Nebraska Wesleyan University is ranked as a top independent regional university by U.S. News and World Report. The university is also home to the Prairie Wolves, a competitive NCAA Division III athletic program.
