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Art (ART)
- The Roski School of Art and Design wants to accommodate as many majors, minors, and non-majors as possible in its classes. For departmental clearances, please read and follow the d-clearance directions found in the Student Resources section of the Roski website: roski.usc.edu/resources/student Remember, a section of a course only requires D-clearance if there is a "D" following the section number. A section with an "R" following the section number does not require D-clearance.
Introduction to the fundamental elements in art making, design creation and thinking, including key principles of process and critical analysis.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33795D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 14 of 30 | Sherin Guirguis | WAH108 |  |
Introduction to the fundamental elements in art making, design creation and thinking, including the key principles of process and critical analysis.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33796D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 19 of 30 | China Adams, Caroline Clerc | WAH118 | | |
| 33798D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 25 of 30 | China Adams, Paul Donald | WAH118 | | |
| 33799D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Mon, Wed | 9 of 30 | Paul Donald,David Kelley | WAH118 | |
An introduction to drawing, both skill and perception oriented, as the basic tool for all the visual arts and design.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33844D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Mon, Wed | 29 of 30 | Charla Elizabeth,Nery Lemus | WAH118 | | |
| 33845D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 18 | Ruby Osorio | WAH102A | |
Practical introduction to oil and acrylic pigments, painting tools, mediums, processes and contemporary concepts. Primary experience in: color, composition and perception through representational and abstract painting.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33879D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 13 of 15 | Ruby Osorio | HAR203 | | |
| 33880D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tue, Thu | 14 of 15 | Karen Liebowitz | HAR203 | PDF (562416 KB) | |
Practical and theoretical exploration of the nature of surface, form, volume and mass as fundamental elements of clay sculpture and the ceramic object.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33361D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tue, Thu | 17 of 18 | Jackie Rines | WAH107 | | |
| 33362D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Mon, Wed | 15 of 18 | Thomas Mueller | WAH107 | | |
| 33363D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 17 of 18 | Amy Santoferraro | WAH107 | |
Practical and theoretical introduction to sculpture as dimensional manipulation. Primary exploration of form, mass, gravity, surface, structure and associative recognition in three-dimensional art.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33888D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 5 of 20 | Ruben Ochoa,Ashley Hagen | WAH108 | | |
| 33889D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Mon, Wed | 19 of 20 | Jud Fine | WAH108 | Word (79360 KB) | |
Lecture-studio course on the theory and history behind contemporary art, design, and visual communication; students also create work, informed by ideas from the lecture.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: Roski majors are advised not to enroll in this course. This course does not fulfill any requirements for any of the bachelor's degrees offered by Roski.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33424D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-4:50pm | Mon, Wed | 33 of 35 | Paul Donald | WAH118 |  | |
| 33425D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-7:50pm | Tue, Thu | 19 of 20 | Ray Barrett | WAH118 | |
Digital photography as a medium of contemporary art. Includes concept development, DSLR cameras, lighting, digital workflow, software, large format printing and installation.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33860D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 12 of 16 | David Kelley | IFT141 | PDF (372568 KB) | |
| 33861D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Mon, Wed | 14 of 16 | Caroline Clerc | IFT141 | PDF (319843 KB) | |
| 33863D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tue, Thu | 15 of 16 | Peter Holzhauer | IFT141 | |
Continuation of ART 207a.
- Prerequisite: ART 207A
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33882D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Friday | 12 of 18 | Zoe van Dijk | WAH102A | |
An introductory course using wheel throwing techniques for ceramics to explore a variety of forms through three-dimensional exercises.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33364D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Mon, Wed | 14 of 16 | Shoshi Watanabe | WAH107 | | |
| 33365D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Tue, Thu | 15 of 16 | Shoshi Watanabe | WAH107 | |
Introduces film cameras, development, and darkroom techniques, photographic history, theory and practice within an art context.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33871D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Mon, Wed | 11 of 16 | Julia Paull | HAR211 | PDF (237795 KB) | |
| 33872D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Tue, Thu | 15 of 16 | Helen Kim | HAR211 | |
An introductory course exploring contemporary processes and practices of video experimentation in art including the camera, editing, digital manipulation and spatial and virtual platforms.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33865D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Mon, Wed | 13 of 16 | Patty Chang | WAH6 | PDF (208026 KB) | |
Interdisciplinary forum where students develop research skills, learn how to best articulate their artistic production, discuss materials related to their research interests, and critique the work of their peers.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Art, Fine Arts
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Sophomore
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33800D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Wednesday | 10 of 10 | Julia Paull | WAH108 | | |
| 33801D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Monday | 9 of 10 | Julia Paull | HAR211 | |
Directed examination of personal approaches to drawing with emphasis on making visual and artistic decisions and developing additional skills and sources of inspiration. Individual expression will be encouraged.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33850D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Mon, Wed | 11 of 18 | Biddy Tran | WAH102A | PDF (364270 KB) | |
All aspects of comics will be covered, from writing and composition to inking and marketing through the production of an individual multi-page comic creation.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33855D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Mon, Wed | 18 of 18 | Sam Alden | WAH102B | | |
| 33856D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 18 | Keith Mayerson | WAH102B | PDF (1558780 MB) | |
Illustration techniques and professional practices across the range of fine art, comics, editorial illustration, narrative arts, visual development and others. Digital and hybrid approaches.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33852D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Friday | 19 of 20 | Angie Wang | WAH118 | PDF (798136 KB) | |
Directed examination of historic and contemporary painting concepts and aesthetics, investigation into personal ideas towards the development of a creative visual language and practice in painting.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33883D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Tue, Thu | 14 of 15 | Yaron Hakim | HAR203 | |
Directed examination of three-dimensional aesthetic concepts; development of an individual creative vision.
- Prerequisite: ART 140
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33884D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tue, Thu | 4 of 18 | Ruben Ochoa,Paul Donald | WAH108 | |
Continued examination of the conceptual, technical, aesthetic and historical tools necessary for a well-informed deliberate art practice. Emphasis on generating self-directed ideas.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33877D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Mon, Wed | 9 of 16 | Caroline Clerc | IFT141 | PDF (234461 KB) | |
A technically and conceptually intensive studio exploring contemporary processes and practices of Internet art and online expression.
- Prerequisite: ART 260
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33866D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tue, Thu | 9 of 16 | Jean Robison | WAH6 | PDF (290264 KB) | |
An examination of the impact of digital media on contemporary culture, with attention to a particular, changing topic each semester.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theorizing Instagram | |||||||||
| 33868D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-1:50pm | Tue, Thu | 15 of 20 | Jean Robison | WAH102B | PDF (303281 KB) | |
Introductory course in various printmaking techniques; necessary skills and inherent expressive qualities of different printmaking methods are explored.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33885D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Tue, Thu | 7 of 8 | Alvaro Marquez | HAR117 | | |
| 33886D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Tue, Thu | 15 of 18 | Marisa Mandler,Yaron Hakim | HAR117 | |
A continuation of ART 280 for third-year students, providing an interdisciplinary forum for artistic practice and a deepening critique of one's work and the work of peers.
- Prerequisite: ART 280
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Art, Fine Arts
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33806D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Thursday | 5 of 10 | Sophia Stevenson | WAH102B | | |
| 33807D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Tuesday | 6 of 10 | Sophia Stevenson | WAH108 | |
Examination of personal approaches and professional careers in drawing and 2D art making, emphasis on making a body of work with creative freedom in committed studio space.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33851D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Tue, Thu | 10 of 15 | Keith Mayerson | HAR202 | PDF (966387 KB) | |
A studio examination of rotating topics in drawing/painting, either media-based or content-driven, with individual and collaborative projects; topics change each semester.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rendering from the Live Model | |||||||||
| 33853D | 001 | Lecture | 12:00-2:40pm | Mon, Wed | 13 of 15 | Danielle Cansino | HAR203 | PDF (243834 KB) | |
Independent research of specific topics under the direction of a faculty member. Administrative and faculty approval required.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D/3D/4D Projects | |||||||||
| 33792D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 12 of 15 | Edgar Arceneaux,Thomas Mueller, Julia Paull,Sherin Guirguis | OFFICE | | |
| 33793D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 15 | Amelia Jones | OFFICE | | |
An experiential/academic opportunity in a museum, gallery, community cultural center or related facility. Lectures, seminars, written analysis and working internship.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33794D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 27 of 35 | Antonio Bartolome | OFFICE | |
Examination of personal approaches and professional careers in painting and 2D art making, emphasis on making a body of work with creative freedom in committed studio space.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33854D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Tue, Thu | 13 of 15 | Karen Liebowitz | HAR201 | |
Exploration of the essential skills in woodworking through lecture, demonstration and hands-on training. Includes instruction in joinery and relevant machinery and hand tools.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33897D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Friday | 13 of 16 | Brian O'Connell | WAH108 | |
An intensive investigation of the mechanics and methodology of contemporary software for video art. Recommended to be taken concurrently with ART 260.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33874D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Friday | 15 of 16 | Jean Robison | WAH6 & ONLINE | PDF (280271 KB) | |
| 33876D | 001 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Tuesday | Canceled | Jean Robison | PDF (280271 KB) | |
Introduce contextual understanding of performance art history and basic principles of using the body in time and space in relation to an audience in order to convey meaning.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33896D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:40pm | Mon, Wed | 14 of 16 | Nao Bustamante | WAH102B | PDF (228127 KB) | |
A faculty-mentored course supporting advanced conceptual exploration and the development of an ambitious, self-defined series or body of work; may culminate in a group exhibition or individual project.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Art, Fine Arts
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33503D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Tue, Thu | 18 of 20 | Edgar Arceneaux | IFT109 | |
Individual research under guidance of faculty member for senior-level BFA students, leading to a substantial paper or other project.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Fine Arts
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Senior
- Restriction: Registration open to the following school(s): Roski School of Art and Design
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33358D | 001 | Lecture | 6:00-8:40pm | Monday | 18 of 18 | Karen Liebowitz | IFT109 | |
Comprehensive exploration of particular aspects of visual art.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cut and Paste: Photo Collage Analog and Digital | ||||||||||
| 33354D | 001 | 2.0 | Lecture | 9:00-11:40am | Monday | 15 of 16 | Jean Robison | IFT141 | PDF (333774 KB) | |
Lecture and discussion course in the professional practice of art featuring formal presentations by visiting artists and scholars. (Duplicates credit in FA 515)
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33312D | 001 | Lecture | 7:00-8:20pm | Tuesday | 14 of 22 | Nao Bustamante | ATM113A |  | |
| 7:00-8:20pm 10:00-12:50pm | Tuesday Wednesday | ATM113B ATM113B |
Investigation of creative problems through various media. Course may be repeated. (Duplicates credit in former FA 520)
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33335D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | Monday | 1 of 16 | Edgar Arceneaux | OFFICE | | |
| 33336D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | Monday | 0 of 16 | Patty Chang | OFFICE | | |
| 33337D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | Monday | 2 of 16 | Jennifer West | OFFICE | | |
| 33338D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | Wednesday | 4 of 16 | Edgar Arceneaux | OFFICE | | |
| 33339D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | Wednesday | 3 of 16 | Patty Chang | OFFICE | | |
| 33340D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | Wednesday | 3 of 16 | Jennifer West | OFFICE | |
Provides students with a foundation in the history and theory of studio art and curatorial education and develops their teaching skills in these areas.
- Crosslist: This course is offered by the CRIT department but may qualify for major credit in ART. To register, enroll in CRIT 525.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33370D | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-2:20pm | Monday | 13 of 20 | Suzanne Lacy | ATM113A | |
Presentation and critique which builds students' skills in presenting and contextualizing their artwork for peer review; analytic discussion regarding directions in contemporary art.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33311D | 001 | Lecture | 3:00-5:50pm | Tuesday | 11 of 16 | Mary Kelly | ATM113A | |
Research leading to graduate degree. Maximum units which may be applied to degree determined by department. Graded CR/NC. (Duplicates credit in former FA 590)
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33355D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 16 | Jennifer West | OFFICE | |
Credit on acceptance of Thesis. Open only to master students. Graded CR/NC. (Duplicates credit in former FA 594a)
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33357D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 16 | Jennifer West | OFFICE | |
Credit on acceptance of Thesis. Open only to master students. Graded CR/NC. (Duplicates credit in former FA 594b)
- Prerequisite: ART 594a
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33381D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 6 of 20 | Jennifer West | OFFICE | |
Credit on acceptance of Thesis. Open only to master students. Graded CR/NC. (Duplicates credit in former FA 594z)
- Prerequisite: ART 594b
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Master Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33383D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 16 | Jennifer West | OFFICE | |