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College of Professional Studies Course Descriptions
live models, class assignments, and group critiques help students to
develop their skills and awareness of the drawing process and its
relationship to our own bodies.
a&C 5612 ink, Brush, and Paper 2
In this course, students examine the techniques and philosophies
associated with east-Asian painting traditions. An introduction to
Asian painting materials, techniques and imagery are important
parts of the course. Both calligraphy and landscape painting will be
introduced from the Asian perspective. Exercises in tai chi and Qi
Gong emphasize the relationship between Asian painting techniques
and cultural traditions of energetic flow of nature—“chi.”
a&C 5615 Poetics Seminar 3
Exploration of poem-making as an expression of voice, feeling, and
truth. Individual presentation of original poetry to the group in
conjunction with experiential exercises aimed at connecting the
process of poem-making to individual self-affirmation and wellness.
The power of language as a transformative tool and individual
development of poetry as an artistic means of self-expression are
emphasized.
a&C 5620 Book arts 3
The practice of contemporary book arts embraces concepts that are
wide ranging and inclusive of every form and material imag inable
including installation and worldwide mail arts projects. Students
explore the multidimensional symbolism of “the book” through
integration of content structure, story, text, and spirit. Studio
assignments, readings, class discussions, and lectures challenge the
students.
a&C 5632 advanced Painting Seminar 3
This seminar is an intensive studio for students who have sub stantial
experience in the field of painting either with oils or acrylics.
Individual and group critiques as well as lectures and demonstrations
will be offered on alternating weeks, with open studio sessions.
Emphasis is placed on developing the philoso phical, personal, and
formal elements of painting.
a&C 5660 individual Mentorship 1–5
Individual studio practice with an approved mentor selected from a
network of working visual artists in the Bay Area is provided.
Students meet individually with mentors several times over the
course of the quarter to develop technical, conceptual and
professional skills. A written assessment of the mentorship is
required.
a&C 5662 Community Mentorship 1–3
Students choose projects that allow them to work as a volunteer for
an approved community organization such as an art gallery,
community workshop, school, or counseling center. Students
complete specific projects under the supervision of a designated staff
member from the sponsoring institution.
a&C 5663 group Mentorship 1–3
In special situations, several students may work with the same
mentor at the same time. These arrangements sometimes allow for
a wider exchange of experiences and ideas than might occur in an
individual mentorship.
a&C 5670 group Studio Practice 1–3
Group studio practice involves any of a variety of courses that address
the formal, technical, and experiential aspects of art-making. varying
courses exploring the transpersonal aspects of drawing, painting,
multimedia, installation, and performance are offered. Other courses
may be offered based on student interest. This course may be retaken
for additional credit.
a&C 5675 artists’ resources: Career Pathways 3
Students examine the skills and practices necessary for artists to
apply creative work to society and marketplace. Grants, galleries,
teaching, and other career-related issues are discussed. resources for
the pursuit of appropriate avenues of professional develop ment are
examined in depth.
a&C 5800 Studio Critique Seminar 3
The Studio Critique Seminar allows students an ongoing critical
dialogue with their peers under the supervision of an experienced
artist. Students present original artwork to the group and receive
in-depth responses regarding issues of technical and formal
resolution as well as more profound insight into issues of mean ing
and culture. Students work to develop critical awareness and a sense
of community as well as fostering the development of language for
the examination of issues critical to a fully func tioning artist. The
course is repeated eight times, with the possi bility of different
instructors and seminar members each time.
a&C 5805 Mfa review: final 1
In the final quarter of enrollment in the MFA program (comple tion
of 83 units), a review is required to ensure the candidate’s completion
of a body of original artwork that meets the program’s standards for
technical resolution, academic insight, and authentic personal
expression. The candidate submits the fin ished artist’s statement as
a definitive assertion of his or her personal philosophy of art and
artistic ambition.
a&C 5900 Topics in arts & Consciousness 1–3
Topics in Arts & Consciousness vary and may be repeated for credit
with a change in topic.
a&C 5981 Mfa: final Project a 2
This project is the first part of a two-quarter sequence to com plete
the MFA in Studio Arts. Final Project A consists of indi vidual
meetings with a faculty advisor to complete the first draft of the MFA
corollary statement, an integral aspect of the final exhibition, offering
a clear academic and artistic context for the artwork being exhibited.
The preliminary draft of the statement is submitted to the faculty
review committee at the final review. In this review, the original
artwork which will be the core of the final exhibition is also presented
for faculty input. The student then works with the final project
advisor to integrate the com ments of faculty into the final version of
the exhibition and corollary statement, to be refined and completed
in the next quarter.
a&C 5982 Mfa: final Project B 2
This project is the second part of a two-quarter sequence required
to complete the MFA in Studio Arts. Final Project B consists of
individual meetings with a faculty advisor to complete the final draft
of the MFA corollary statement (see above). The final exhibition is
mounted during Final Project B. The final version of the corollary
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