100 |200 | 300 | 400 | Graduate Art and Design Roger E. Baer, Interim Chair of Department Professors: Dake, Fowles, Singer, Smith, Stieglitz, Tartakov Distinguished Professors (Emeritus): Heggen, Miller Professors (Emeritus): Allen, Bro, Danielson, Evans, Held, Petersen, Pickett, Sontag Associate Professors: Akkurt, Baer, Caldwell, Croyle, Cunnally, Curran, Fontaine, Gibbs, Herrnstadt, Jones, Lilligren, Malven, Mickelson, Stout, Warme Associate Professors (Adjunct): DeMartino, Pohlman Associate Professors (Emeritus): Bruene, Lehner, McClain, Polster, Sage, Sreenivasam Assistant Professors: Gould, Hannigan, Harris, Iasevoli, Kang, Katz, Martin, Muench, Paschke, Raverty, Richards, Satterfield, Tilden, Walton Assistant Professors (Adjunct): Boehmer, Ure Undergraduate Study The department offers work for the degrees bachelor of fine arts and bachelor of arts. Programs in general studio art and/or art history, integrated studio arts (visual communications or studio research emphasis), graphic design, and interior design are possible within four curricula: art and design—B.F.A., art and design—B.A., graphic design—B.F.A., and interior design–B.F.A.; see College of Design, Curricula. Each of these curricula affords excellent preparation for a variety of career opportunities or a basis for graduate study in art and design disciplines. The curriculum in art and design leading to the B.F.A. provides a studio concentration. Students select an emphasis in one of the following areas: (1) visual communications (photography, papermaking, computer aided art and design, illustration, mixed media); (2) studio research (wood design, ceramics, jewelry and metals, fibers, painting, printmaking, drawing, two and three dimensional mixed media). The two concentrations emphasize aesthetics, visual problem solving and skill development in a variety of media employing contemporary, historical and cultural thinking with visual languages. The curriculum in graphic design leads to the B.F.A. degree. Emphasis is on creative problem solving, the design process, and the visual organization of communication media. Graphic design graduates effectively integrate abstract thinking skills; communication design theory, history, and methodology; technology; design process; and communication design systems including typography, symbology, and image creation with an understanding of professional practice. For students entering the Graphic Design, Interior Design, or Art IS programs involving computer-aided design or animation, the department highly recommends purchase or lease of a laptop/notebook computer and appropriate software. Contact the department or see the College of Design web site for hardware and software specifications. The curriculum in interior design leads to the B.F.A. degree. Emphasis is on the student’s application of the design process to creatively solve problems of the interior environment based on a knowledge of techniques, materials, resources, human factors, and interrelated professional responsibility. Graduates in interior design are competent in visual communication (sketching, drafting and computer aided design), design problem solving, space planning, lighting for interiors, finish and furniture selection, and detailing interior construction. The curriculum is accredited by the Foundation for Interior Design Education Research (FIDER) as providing professional level education. Students working toward the B.A. in art and design pursue studies in a related or supporting area by means of a second major, minor, and/or approved program of study that meets the individual needs of a student. Art history, art education, integrated studio arts, pre-graphic design, and pre-interior design courses may be taken to fulfill the art and design program of study. Students planning a career in art education, preparing for certification to teach art in grades kindergarten through twelve, should matriculate in the art and design curriculum leading to the B.F.A. degree. This sequencing will provide a strong studio background. Many requirements for teacher certification are course options within general education requirements. Students should work closely with a department adviser in planning their program of study to maximize their ability to meet entrance requirements to the teacher education program. For general requirements for teacher certification, see College of Education. Transfer students with studio credits from other colleges and universities must present, for department review, a portfolio of work done in those courses in order to have the credits apply toward specific studio requirements. Students are advised to present this portfolio of work upon admission and prior to registration for classes. A fee will be assessed when field trips are indicated. In many courses, fees for materials are required. The department offers no minor but participates in the undergraduate minor in design studies. Graduate Study The department offers work for the degrees master of arts in art and design, and, master of fine arts in graphic design, integrated visual arts, and interior design. Degree specializations leading to the master of arts degree are available in art education and interior design. Graduates have a broad understanding of visual communication, problem solving, and interdisciplinary studies. Graduate students who have not completed an undergraduate program of study substantially equivalent to that required of undergraduates in the department can expect that additional supporting coursework, determined by the graduate faculty, will be required. Graduate students in the art education specialization leading to the M.A.degree participate in a 30 credit program of study which is linked with the New Art Basics research project. If they do not hold teacher certification, students may work toward acquiring this as part of their graduate study. A creative component is required for the master of arts degree and is fulfilled through individually focused discipline-specific classroom research, culminating in a written summary of research results. Graduates with a specialization in art education are competent as reflective teachers, experienced in applied, qualitative research in the K-12 classroom. Graduates gain a deep understanding of the New Art Basics approach to visual thinking skills and global, multicultural, visual arts education, with a learner-centered focus. The master of arts program in interior design requires a minimum of 34 credits including an art and design seminar, a studio concentration, a history/criticism course, elective courses outside the department, and completion of a thesis or thesis-exhibition. Graduates in interior design selecting the M.A. degree focus on research. The master of fine arts programs in graphic design and interior design require a minimum of 60 credits while the program in integrated visual arts requires a minimum of 61 credits including an art and design seminar, a studio concentration, history and criticism courses, a teaching practicum, elective courses outside the department or area of study, and the completion of a thesis-exhibition or thesis. The M.F.A. thesis-exhibition is composed of two parts, a substantial exhibition and a written statement that describes the development of the work in the exhibition, its objectives, and its historical and cultural points of reference. A thesis may be an appropriate alternative, but some portion of the work should entail an element of design problem-solving in the form of a visual product. Master of Fine Arts graduates in graphic design are skilled in communication design, problem solving, and are adept in the use of visual language and symbology. Graduates are proficient in the design of communications and the use of technologies that incorporate human interaction with environments, objects, electronic and traditional publications. Interior Design graduate students selecting the M.F.A. are proficient in visual communication skills, design theory, and space planning. The M.F.A. degree is considered a terminal degree in the interior design field. Integrated Visual Arts MFA graduates have skills that link traditional studio disciplines with emerging technologies. Graduates are prepared as visual artists to enter studio research, business, higher education or new interdisciplinary fields. The MFA is recognized as the terminal degree. Credit earned at Iowa State University or other institution for the master of arts degree may be applied toward the master of fine arts degree at the discretion of the program of study committee. Applicants to the graduate program should have an undergraduate major in an art or design area and demonstrate the ability to do technically competent and original work through the presentation of a slide portfolio for faculty review. Past academic performance and the quality of studio work are critical in the admission process. A minimum 3.0 GPA in the student’s undergraduate major is the standard for full admission to the graduate program. Admission is also determined by studio space available within the program area, which changes yearly due to graduate students’ progress in their programs of study. Prospective students are advised to contact the graduate coordinator with specific questions about admission procedures and portfolio review. Application and additional program information may be obtained from the Department of Art and Design, College of Design, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa 50011-3092. Courses open for nonmajor graduate credit: ArtGr 387, 388; Art H 380, 382, 383, 385, 394, 481, 484, 489, 495, 496; ArtID 355, 356, 464, 465, 467, ArtIS 408, 420, 422, 424, 430, 438, 447. Art (Art) Courses Primarily for Undergraduate Students Art 108. Visual Foundations I. (0-6) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Exploring visual order, creative process, and interaction of two- and three-dimensional design. Introduction to color. Art 109. Visual Foundations II. (0-6) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Prereq: 108. Continued exploration of visual order, creative process, and interaction of two- and three-dimensional design and color. Art 110. Orientation to Art and Design. (1-0) Cr. R. F.S. Overview of the department and university with special emphasis on curricula, program planning, and study skills. Advising, policy and procedures, student services. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. Art 130. Drawing I. (1-6) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. The introductory course in drawing, focusing on the fundamentals of drawing from observation. Subject matter may include working from the still life, architectural settings, landscape and the human figure. Line, shape, perspective and value studies are explored through a variety of drawing media. Art 230. Drawing II. (0-6) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: 130. A continuation of Art 130 (Drawing I). Further development of perceptual drawing skills from a variety of subject matter. Continued practice with drawing materials and techniques with emphasis on tonal and color media. Art 292. Dimensions of Art and Design. (Same as Dsn S 292.) (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. The work of the artist and designer through an examination of the design process, artistic style, and selected art and design forms. Cross-cultural viewpoints and issues of diversity in relation to the visual arts and design fields. Primarily for nonmajors. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. Art 494. Art and Design in Europe Seminar. (1-0) Cr. 1. Prereq: Permission of instructor and planned enrollment in 495. Cultural and historical aspects of art and design in Western Europe in preparation for study abroad. Area of study varies each time offered. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. A. Fine Arts G. Graphic Design I. Interior Design N. Art History Art 495. Art and Design in Europe. (Dual-listed with 595.) Arr. Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Prereq: 494, permission of instructor. International study abroad program in western Europe. Visits to design studios, art museums, and educational facilities. Related activities depending on specific area of study which may vary each time offered. Tour expenses to be paid by the student. A. Fine Arts G. Graphic Design I. Interior Design N. Art History Art 496. Art and Design Field Study. Arr. Cr. R. Prereq: Enrollment in an art and design studio or art history course, permission of instructor. Study and tours of museums, galleries, artist and/or designer studios and other areas of interest within art and design. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis. May be repeated. Art 497. Studio Internship. Arr. Cr. 1 to 6 each time taken, maximum of 6. F.S.SS. Prereq: Advanced classification in a department curriculum. Written approval of supervising instructor and department chair on required form in advance of semester of enrollment. Supervised experience with a cooperating artist or studio. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. Art 498. Museum/Gallery Internship. Arr. Cr. 1 to 6 each time taken, maximum of 6. F.S.SS. Prereq: Advanced classification in a department curriculum. Written approval of supervising instructor on required form in advance of semester of enrollment. Supervised experience with a cooperating museum or gallery or art center. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. Art 499. BFA Seminar and Exhibition. Arr. Cr. 2. S. Prereq: Senior classification in the Art and Design-BFA curriculum, portfolio review and written approval of supervising instructor on required form in advance of semester of enrollment. Participation in a group exhibition. Statement of artistic philosophy and career goals; resume development; assembly of final portfolio of work. As the capstone course in the BFA degree program, the work in this class will reflect an integration of the media, processes, historical and theoretical components of each student’s individual degree program. Students should enroll in this course the spring semester prior to completion of the BFA degree. Courses Primarily for Graduate Students, open to qualified undergraduate students Art 501. Art and Design Seminar. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Presentation and discussion of basic issues in contemporary art and design. Art 511. Seminar in Teaching. (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered 2005. Prereq: Graduate classification. Readings and discussion of university level design education issues; studio/classroom observation; development of a teaching philosophy; lesson planning and presentation. Art 595. Art and Design in Europe. (Dual-listed with 495.) Arr. Cr. 3. Prereq: Graduate classification, 494 or equivalent, permission of instructor. International study abroad program in western Europe. Visits to design studios, art museums, and educational facilities. Related activities depending on specific area of study which may vary each time offered. Tour expenses to be paid by the student. A. Fine Arts G. Graphic Design I. Interior Design N. Art History Art 598. Museum/Gallery Internship. Arr. Cr. 1 to 6 each time taken, maximum of 6. F.S.SS. Prereq: Graduate classification and permission of instructor. Written approval in advance of semester of enrollment. Supervised experience with a cooperating museum or gallery or art center. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. Courses for Graduate Students Art 608. Advanced Computer-Aided Art and Design. (0-6) Cr. 3. Prereq: Permission of the instructor. Computer application applied to specific MFA studio concentration. Art 697. Studio Internship. Arr. Cr. var., maximum of 9. F.S.SS. Prereq: Graduate classification and approval of department chair. Supervised off-campus learning experience with a prominent artist, designer, or firm. Art 698. Current Issues in Art and Design. Cr. 1 to 3, each time taken, maximum of 9. Prereq: Graduate classification. Selected issues in contemporary art and design. Topics and readings vary each time offered. D. Art and Design G. Graphic Design I. Interior Design K. Interdisciplinary Design Art 699. Research. Cr. var. A. Thesis B. Thesis-exhibition