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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ARTS 224 - Silkscreen Printmaking


PREREQUISITES: ARTS 100 - Life and Object Drawing I  and ARTS 102 - Color and Design Theory I  or Program Chair Approval
PROGRAM: Fine Arts
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 1
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
STUDIO HOURS MIN: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018

Beginning course in printmaking, which introduces students to the traditional techniques of serigraphy or silkscreen printmaking. Students are instructed in basic printing processes and in use of the screens. Emphasis will be on composition, craft, technical processes and translation of multiple types of content to print.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

  1. Translate drawings into prints.
  2. Use silk-screens and equipment following appropriate safety guidelines.
  3. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the materials and tools related to the silkscreen process.
  4. Utilize and understand multiple ways to create silkscreens.
  5. Explore historical and contemporary relationship and content in regards to printmaking techniques, applications and styles.
  6. Apply elements and principles of design.
  7. Utilize the process of skilled craftsmanship in printing processes.
  8. Construct a regular sketchbook for idea generation, notes and thumbnails.


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

  • Composition
  • Photo-emulsion techniques
  • Concept and content development
  • Problem solving
  • Craft and execution
  • Stenciling techniques
  • Creative process
  • Visual balance and styles
  • Drawing fluid/filler techniques
  • Historical application to drawing techniques, applications
  • Line quality and variety development

 
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