Provides foundation level understanding of the elements and principles of two-dimensional design. Teaches design elements and principles in both theory and practical applications through specific two-dimensional projects using a variety of materials.

Provides foundation level understanding of the elements and principles of three-dimensional design. Teaches design elements and principles in both theory and practical applications through specific weekly three-dimensional projects using a variety of materials.

Focuses on the representation of objects through a variety of black and white media and techniques, emphasizing pictorial composition, depth perception, perspective and rendering. Includes presentations and discussions of historical and contemporary examples of a wide-range of drawing.

Expands exploration of varied media such as pen and ink, watercolor washes and collage through a study of illustrative drawing, analytic abstraction concepts and advanced problems in rendering. Emphasizes experimentation, personal expression and further development of drawing skills. Includes presentations and discussions of historical and contemporary examples of a wide range of drawing.

Introduces drawing the human figure from live models. Emphasizes structure, proportion, form and composition through an introduction of linear and tonal concepts. Explores different media including charcoal, conte crayon, pencil, pen and ink.

Expands drawing the human figure from a live model. Explores varied media including color. Continues studies in structure, proportion, form, and composition. Encourages experimentation in working towards an individual style in drawing the human form.

Encourages independent, self-expressive approaches to form and content in observational drawings from the live model and in outside projects. Continues practice of linear and tonal concepts in many media. Emphasizes consistent engagements with structure, proportion, form, composition, and content.

Emphasizes development of individual style through advanced drawing techniques and creative experimentation with media in drawing the human figure from live models. Requires the creation of a series of projects reflecting an individual and contemporary approach to drawing.

Introduces pen and ink, acrylic paint, scratchboard, graphite and charcoal as principal means of rendering. Analyzes topical themes and individual story lines as potential subject matter for weekly drawings.

Introduces advanced studies in pen and ink, watercolor washes, acrylic paint and mixed media. Explores individual style appropriate to magazine, newspaper and book illustration.

Emphasizes development of individual style through advanced illustration techniques and creative experimentation of media. Requires the creation of a series of projects reflecting the developmental style.

Introduces basic painting techniques, skills and concepts. Emphasizes realistic representation, along with the exploration of the expressive and abstract applications of paint. Moorpark College Faculty has defined Painting as a family of courses which includes ART M43, M44, M45, M46, M47, M48, M49, and M50. A student may take a maximum of four (4) courses from a family.

Continues the development of fundamental painting skills and concepts, with the introduction of more intermediate methods. Emphasizes technical competence, with a focus on individual concepts using both traditional and contemporary materials. Moorpark College Faculty has defined Painting as a family of courses which includes ART M43, M44, M45, M46, M47, M48, M49, and M50. A student may take a maximum of four (4) courses from a family.

Explores advanced painting concepts and techniques. Encourages personal and unique self-expression through experimentation with and interpretation of subject matter.

Integrates and expands advanced conceptual and technical painting skills through creative experimentation. Requires the creation of a series of projects reflecting an individual and contemporary approach to painting.

Introduces painting skills and concepts applicable to landscape, both indoor and outdoor. Focuses on painting nature out of doors in various mediums, such as acrylics, oils, watercolor, and pastels. Moorpark College Faculty has defined Painting as a family of courses which includes ART M43, M44, M45, M46, M47, M48, M49, and M50. A student may take a maximum of four (4) courses from a family.

Expands the skills and concepts of painting applicable to landscape. Emphasizes a personal, creative approach to landscape painting. Moorpark College Faculty has defined Painting as a family of courses which includes ART M43, M44, M45, M46, M47, M48, M49, and M50. A student may take a maximum of four (4) courses from a family.

Introduces the techniques and concepts of watercolor media. Builds from simple exercises to more complex problems to be solved in personal and creative ways. Moorpark College Faculty has defined Painting as a family of courses which includes ART M43, M44, M45, M46, M47, M48, M49, and M50. A student may take a maximum of four (4) courses from a family.

Develops intermediate watercolor techniques. Uses the concept of multiple images in both landscapes and still life. Moorpark College Faculty has defined Painting as a family of courses which includes ART M43, M44, M45, M46, M47, M48, M49, and M50. A student may take a maximum of four (4) courses from a family.

Introduces and offers practice in elementary clay construction methods and glazing techniques. Explores basic ceramic design concepts, form, color, texture, decoration, and craftsmanship.

Explores the functional/sculptural forms of elementary clay construction. Introduces the development of glazes, decoration and firing methods.

Explores clay bodies, glaze materials and calculations, and firing techniques through independent projects. Develops individual growth and creative expression.

Teaches experimentation and development of the student's personal/individual style in ceramics. Explores in-depth the study of ceramics through independent projects designed to enhance artistic mastery.

Examines glaze formulation and ceramic technology, including clays and kiln firing. Continues work in all forms of clay construction, techniques and design.

Investigates glaze experimentation. Develops techniques for formulating new glazes, including firing at various temperatures.

Introduces formal, spatial and conceptual problems in sculpture. Focuses on techniques in materials such as paper, cardboard, plaster, wood, wire, and clay. Encourages personal expression in investigation of materials.

Expands technical and conceptual skills while developing self-expression and personal style in sculpture. Offers problem solving assignments with media and content of choice as students explore new material.

Introduces the basic principles, materials and techniques of sculpting the human figure from live models; materials may include clay, wire, and mixed media. Emphasizes structure, proportion, balance, and self-expression in three-dimensional form. Develops awareness of historical and contemporary concerns in figure sculpture.

Expands technical and conceptual skills in the sculpting of the human figure from live models; materials include clay, wire, and mixed media. Continues studies of structure, proportion, and balance. Emphasizes individual and self-expressive approaches to sculpting the human form. Develops further awareness of historical and contemporary concerns in figure sculpture.

Expands further the technical and conceptual skills in the sculpting of the human figure from live models; materials include clay, wire, and mixed media. Continues the study of structure, proportion, and balance. Emphasizes intermediate-level individual and self-expressive approaches to sculpting the human form. Develops intermediate-level awareness of historical and contemporary concerns in figure sculpture.

Expands further the technical and conceptual skills in the sculpting of the human figure from live models; materials include clay, plaster, and mixed media. Continues the study of structure, proportion, and balance. Emphasizes advanced-level individual and self-expressive approaches to sculpting the human form. Develops advanced-level awareness of historical and contemporary concerns in figure sculpture, and encourages the student to create a focused body of work based on the human figure.

Provides on-the-job learning to develop effective work habits, attitudes, and career awareness in paid or unpaid internships that are related to the discipline. Involves the development and documentation of learning objectives and the completion of an internship paper, presentation, or project. Includes both workplace supervisor and faculty adviser feedback and/or written evaluations. Course Credit Limitation: To take this course, contact the Career Transfer Center. Requires orientation session. Students receive one unit of credit for each 60 hours unpaid or 75 hours paid work. May enroll in up to 4 units a semester with a maximum of 16 total units of any type of work experience.

Introduces basic techniques, aesthetic concepts and history in the medium of printmaking. Focuses on relief and intaglio printmaking processes.

Expands work in intaglio and relief printmaking. Emphasizes individual exploration of solutions and experimental techniques.

Focuses on tonal techniques for the intaglio printmaking process using aquatint, soft ground and lift ground. Studies paper types, and image registration for color prints through projects and demonstrations.

Teaches experimentation and development of the student's personal/individual style in printmaking. Explores in-depth the study of printmaking through independent projects designed to enhance mastery and build a personal printmaking portfolio.

Introduces gallery practices through exhibition selection and design, installation, documentation, and promotion of exhibits in the campus art gallery. Involves the development of a personal portfolio that will prepare students for transfer and/or professional artistic activity outside the college environment.

Allows an independent project (approved by instructor and dean) to expand knowledge of art through research, lab work or field trips. Includes one-on-one work with instructor. Interested students should contact an Art instructor for assistance in developing a contract for learning about a specific topic.

Provides on-the-job learning to develop effective work habits, attitudes, and career awareness in paid or unpaid internships that are related to the discipline. Involves the development and documentation of learning objectives and the completion of an internship paper, presentation, or project. Includes both workplace supervisor and faculty adviser feedback and/or written evaluations. Course Credit Limitation: To take this course, contact the Career Transfer Center. Requires orientation session. Students receive one unit of credit for each 60 hours unpaid or 75 hours paid work. May enroll in up to 4 units a semester with a maximum of 16 total units of any type of work experience.

Studies general art concepts including the major principles and techniques used to create visual art objects in diverse media. Assists students in developing informed perceptions and evaluations of works of art and understanding of the diverse historical, cultural and theoretical contexts across the world and across time. Examines art theory, terminology, themes, design principles and other components of visual and performing arts.

Studies general art concepts including the major principles and techniques used to create visual art objects in diverse media. Assists students in developing informed perceptions and evaluations of works of art and understanding of the diverse historical, cultural and theoretical contexts across the world and across time. Examines art theory, terminology, themes, design principles and other components of visual and performing arts. Honors work challenges students to be more analytical and creative through expanded assignments, real-world applications and enrichment opportunities.

Introduces the history of art and architecture from prehistoric times through the Middle Ages, with an emphasis on the Western World. Provides an overview of non-Western cultures that influence Western art. Examines key styles and movements in art history and introduces techniques for art production.

Introduces the history of art and architecture from the early Renaissance to modern times with an emphasis on the Western world. Provides an overview of non-Western cultures that influence Western art during the time periods studied. Examines key styles, movements and figures in art history and introduces new techniques for producing art.

Allows independent study for students who wish to extend their knowledge of a particular area of Art History through research and study. Utilizes an approved independent project. Includes one-on-one work with instructor.

Provides an overview of the art and architecture of India, Southeast Asia, China, Korea and Japan. Examines key styles and monuments of Asian art within the context of the historical and religious background.

Investigates the theory and practice of visual arts and architecture from about 1850 to the present. Examines the various movements and explores how they reflect social and technological changes in the modern western era, including globalization in art.