FINE 110 Introduction to World Art 1F 3C 0.5
A comparative survey of Prehistoric and Ancient Art, and of Oriental, African, New World and Oceanian Art, emphasizing visual form as an expression of its historical and cultural context.
Fine Arts (FINE)
78 courses in the 1982–83 Undergraduate Calendar, read from the scanned original. The text comes from OCR, so check the scanned page before relying on a detail.
Notes
Faculty listed in 1982–83
Professor, Chairman A.M. Urquhart, BFA (Buffalo)
Professors
V. Burnett, BS (Columbia), MA (California)
N.L. Patterson, BA (Washington)
Faculty listed in 1982–83
Associate Professor D.|. MacKay, BFA (Mt. Allison), MFA (Cornell)
Assistant Professors
A. Green, BFA (Art Insit. of Chicago)
B. Irland, BFA (/Hinois), MFA (Massachusetts)
E. Kliman, MA, PAD { Toronto)
Faculty listed in 1982–83
A. Roberts, BA (Guelph), MA (Claremont)
J. Uhde, MA (Purkyne’s University Brno), PhD (Waterloo)
Adjunct Professor P. Swann
Faculty listed in 1982–83
Adjunct Associate Professor M. Bird, BA, MA, PhD (lowa)
Course Descriptions
FINE 316 Canadian Art Canadian Art
Listed without a description.
FINE 111 Introduction to World Art 2W 3C 0.5
A comparative survey of Western Art
. from the Classical to the Modern period.
emphasizing visual form as an expression of its historical and cultural context.
FINE 120 Fundamentals of Visual Art 1F,W 6std 0.5
An intraduction to the fundamental principles and concepts of visual art, through a series of experimental studio problems in two and three dimensional materials and media. Lab fee.
FINE 121 Fundamentals of Visual Art 2W 6std 0.5
A continuation of FINE 120 with emphasis on colour.
Prereq: FINE 120
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FINE 210 Modern Art 1F 3C 0.5
An examination of the history of Modern Art from the late 18th century up to the time of impressionism.
FINE 211 Modern Art 2W 3C 0.5
A continuation of Fine 210, commencing with impressionism and proceeding through the major trends of the early 20th century up to the contemporary period.
FINE 212 Italian Renaissance Art 1F 3C 0.5
A survey of painting, sculpture, and architecture, especially in Florence and Siena, starting with Giotto and his contemporaries and covering innovations in perspective, anatomy, and iconography through the end of the 15th century.
FINE 213 Italian Renaissance Art 2W 3C 0.5
A continuation of FINE 212 starting with the masters of the High Renaissance, Leonardo, Raphael and Michelangelo, and proceeding through Mannerism, Baroque and Rococo in Florence, Venice and Rome.
FINE 216 Northern Renaissance and Baroque ArtF 3C 0.5
1400-1700
The survey concentrates on artistic de-
velopments in Northern Europe, with reference, where appropriate, to the art of Italy.
FINE 217 Medieval Art and Architecture 400 A.D0.5
1400 A.D.
Offered alternate years.
FINE 218 Western Religious Art0.5
Admission by consent of instructor.
FINE 220 Fundamentals of Painting 1F 6std 0.5
An exploration of the problems and possibilities of painting as a vehicle for serious creative expression. The fundamentals of composition and painting techniques will be presented through a series of studio projects. Lab fee. Prereg: FINE 120/121 or consent of instructor.
FINE 220A Watercolour PaintingF 6std 0.5
An exploration of the technique of watercolour painting as a means of creating both non-objective and representational forms on a two-dimensional surface. Lab fee.
Prereq: FINE 120/121.
FINE 221 Fundamentals of Painting 2W 6std 0.5
A continuation of the studio projects begun in Fine Arts 220 with a greater emphasis on the development of individual expression. Lab fee. Prereq: FINE 220 or consent of instructor
FINE 222 Fundamentals of Sculpture 1F 6std 0.5
An introduction to sculpture. Threedimensional form will be explored with the emphasis on the handling of clay and wood as an expressive medium enhanced by surface treatment. Lab fee. Prereq: FINE 120/121.
FINE 223 Fundamentals of Sculpture 2W 6std 0.5
An introduction to multi-media sculpture. Additive and subtractive use of wood, metal and plaster casting, together with a mastery of three-dimensional forms in a variety of media. Lab fee.
Prereq: FINE 222.
FINE 223A Clay Studies from the Human Form
Not offered 1982-83.
FINE 224 Introduction to DrawingF,W 4std 0.5
Half the time will be devoted to drawing from the model and the remainder toa series of drawing concepts. At least one field trip will be included. Art Gallery of Ontario or the Albright Knox in Buffalo. Lab fee.
Prereq: FINE 120/121.
FINE 225 Analytical Figure DrawingW 6std 0.5
Analytical figure drawing from the modet will be combined with a study of human anatomy for artists. Lab fee. Prereg: FINE 120/121.
FINE 226 Printmaking
Introduction to materials and methods of printmaking. Current offerings are given below.
FINE 226A Printmaking (Intaglio)W 4std 0.5
An introduction to basic intaglio techniques including etching and engraving through workshops, class demonstrations and field trips. Lab fee. Prereq: FINE 120/121 or consent of instructor.
FINE 226B Printmaking (Relief) »0.5
Offered in Alternate Years.
FINE 226C Printmaking (Screen)0.5
Offered in Alternate Years.
FINE 227 Scientific Drawing0.5
Offered in Alternate Years.
FINE 228 Applied Arts
The history, design and practice of various applied arts will be explored in slide lectures and studio projects. Specific arts will vary from year to year; current offerings are given below.
FINE 228D Applied GraphicsF 3std 0.5
A studio course using applied graphics techniques, including illustration, typographic composition, and perspective drawing. Methods of preparing work for reproduction will also Be explored. =~
FINE 228E Photography for ArtistsW 4std 0.5
Introduction to photographic techniques for use as a tool for artists. Basic techniques will be taught through a series of exercises, with emphasis on applications for creative artistic expression, documentation, serigraphy, photorealism and mixed media. Intended for Fine Arts majors, Supplies at student’s expense.
Prereq: FINE 120/121
FINE 229A Experimental ExplorationsF 4std 0.5
This studio course will explore various contemporary approaches to the visual arts, such as performance, site-specific works, installations, earth works etc. Prereq: FINE 120/121
FINE 232W The Film as a Modern MediumF 0.5
A study of the technical probiems of filmmaking, leading to the writing, production and editing of a silent film. This is a WLU course for Film Studies Majors/Minors only.
FINE 233W Sound and Colour in FilmW 0.5
A study of the principles of sound recording for film and of the colour laboratory and its techniques. The
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students will produce a short coloursound film.
Prereq: FINE 232W, any other film course or consent of instructor.
This is a WLU course for Film Studies Majors/Minors only.
FINE 242W Canadian FitmF 0.5
A study of Canadian Film, from 1895 to the present, based on the screening and analysis of selected films.
This is a WLU course for Film Studies Majors/Minors only.
FINE 244 History of Film 1F D.C 0.5
General history of world cinema in its silent era (1895-1929), covering the work of outstanding directors, important movements and the contribution to the film medium as an independent art form. (Regular screening of a variety of films.) Film fee.
FINE 245 History of Film 2 - Sound FilmW OMC 0.5
A continuation of FINE 244. The expression of film history into the sound era (since 1929) including the most recent period. (Regular screening of a variety of films). Film fee.
Admission by consent of instructor.
FINE 246 Film and the Quest for Meaning 1F 2C,1D 0.5
An exploration of spiritual themes and issues in the cinema. An assessment of film's special characteristics as an art form capable of addressing the human quest for a significant existence. Emphasis upon the films of Ingmar Bergman. Cross-listed with RS 266. Film fee: $5.
FINE 247 Film and the Quest for Meaning 2W 2C,10 0.5
A consideration of selected themes — death, evil, guilt, fate, alienation, courage, love, redemption — in the films of several of today’s leading directors. Emphasis upon a variety of directors from divergent cultural backgrounds. Cross-listed with RS 267. Film fee: $5.
FINE 248R Film as Social CriticismW 2C,1D 0.5
Cinema as “prophetic voice,” exploring the films of various directors as they pertain to selected themes which include technology and dehumanization, individual and collective goals, social realities and dreams, and the quest for individual and cultural identity, Film fee $5.00.
FINE 310 Greek Art and Architecture (C CIV 351)3C 0.5
A survey of the art and architecture of the ancient Greek world from the Minoan to the Hellenistic periods Consult Classical Studies.
FINE 311 Roman Art and Architecture3C 0.5
(C CIV 362).
A survey of the art and architecture of the Roman world from Etruscan to Imperial times.
Consult Classical Studies.
FINE 313 Special Topics in 19th Century Art0.5
Offered in Alternate Years.
FINE 316 Canadian Native Art0.5
Admission by consent of instructor.
FINE 317 Canadian ArtW 3C 0.5
An examination of Canadian Art extending through the important styles of settlers, especially from Britain and France, in the seventeenth, eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, to the development of the nationalist styles of early twentieth century, culminating in contemporary Canadian art.
FINE 318 Canadian Ethnic and Traditional Arts0.5
Admission by consent of Instructor.
FINE 319 Contemporary ArtW 3C 0.5
A seminar exploring the contemporary avant garde art movements through critical analysis, historical correlation, discussions with artists and trips to Toronto and New York. Topics covered will include environmental sculpture, conceptual trends, earth works, performance, technology, postal art, and the business aspects of art.
No prerequisite.
FINE 319A Special Topics in 20th Century ArtW 3C 0.5
1900-1940
An in-depth study of the major innovations in early 20th century painting, sculpture and architecture. Honours Art History majors interested in the modern period are encouraged to use this course as preparation for their 4th year honours presentation.
Prereq: FINE 211 or consent of instructor.
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FINE 319B Special Topics in 20th Century ArtF 3C 0.5
1940-1970
A survey of the major movements during the thirty year period following the beginning of World War Il, including Op Art, Action Painting, the Beat Consciousness, Happenings, Pop Art, Assemblage, Post-Painterly Abstraction and Field Painting, and Kinetic and Light Sculpture.
FINE 320 Advanced Painting 1F 6std 0.5
Drawing upon the experience gained in FINE 220/221 this course will emphasize the student's individual development as a beginning painter, through independent problems, along with class discussions and individual critiques. Lab fee.
Prereq: FINE 220/221 or consent of instructor.
FINE 321 Advanced PaintingW 6std 0.5
A continuation of Fine Arts 320 with a further emphasis on independent problems. Lab fee.
Prereq: FINE 320 or consent of instructor.
FINE 322 Advanced Sculpture 1F 6std 0.5
An exploration of sculpture problems in a variety of media as vehicles for serious creative expression. Wood, metal, glass and soapstone will be used for visual portrayal of spatial ideas. Lab fee.
Prereq: FINE 222/223.
FINE 323 Advanced Sculpture 2W 6std 0.5
Organization and integration of sculptural concepts in clay to develop a series of representational or abstract sculptures. Clay and glaze technology for oxidation stoneware firing will be stressed.
Prereq: FINE 322.
FINE 3234 0.5 Assemblage Offered in Alternate Years.
FINE 324 Advanced DrawingF 6std 0.5
A course in which drawing is investigated as a means of expression and communication. The human figure, objects, and the landscape will be studied as sources of artistic imagery. The student will be encouraged to
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experiment with imagery, to develop personal vision, and to devise individua} forma! means of expression. Lab fee. Prereq: FINE 224 or consent of instructor.
FINE 325 Advanced Drawing 2W 6std 0.5
Continuation of FINE 324.
FINE 326A Advanced PrintmakingW = std 0.5
A continuation of printmaking concepts for independent study. Lab fee. Admission by permission of instructor.
FINE 328 CalligraphyF 3std 0.5
A study of the art of written forms, combining studio projects with slide lectures on the history of writing, illuminating, and lettering. Students will strive for mastery in various calligraphic forms including Roman, Uncial, Gothic, Italic and Fraktur. .
FINE 329 ItlustrationF 3std,C 0.5
Studio work in techniques and theory of book illustration, together with slide lectures on the history of printed forms. Prereq: Consent of instructor.
FINE 344A
- Topics in European Film Histdry 1
Alternates with FINE 370 Not offered 1982-83.
FINE 345A Topics in European Film History 2 Alternates with FINE 371
Not offered 1982-83.
FINE 346R Special Topics in Film_ = 0.5/0.5
Special topics will be announced from year to year.
FINE 370 Film Theory 1 (Motion Picture Language)
Not offered 1982-83.
FINE 371 Film Theory 2 (Motion Picture Theories)W D,2std 0.5
An extension of FINE 370. The main accent will be placed upon major theories of cinema, such as those of Kracauer, Metz and Eisenstein, and upon the development of the students’ own critical expression. The impact of the film medium upon moden society will also be discussed as well as the relationship between film and television. Film fee. Prereq: FINE 370 or consent of instructor.
FINE 390 Selected Subjects in Fine ArtsF R 0.5
Research and reading courses under the direction of individual instructors. Admission by consent of Instructor.
FINE 390A Methods in the History of ArtF 3S 0.5
For students planning a Senior Honours Presentation in Art History as it is currently understood. Students will examine methods of formal and stylistic analysis, iconographical interpretation and the application of social and political history to understanding of works of art. Required of ail art history majors who take FINE 490/491.
Prereq: Consent of Instructor.
FINE 391 Selected Subjects in Fine ArtsW R O05
Research and reading courses under the direction of individual instructors. Admission by consent of Instructor.
FINE 392 Selected Subjects in Fine ArtsF R,std 0.5
Admission by consent of Instructor. Studio and practice courses under the direction of individual instructors.
FINE 393 Selected Subjects in Fine ArtsW Rstd 0.5
Studio and practice courses under the direction of individual instructors. Admission by consent of Instructor.
FINE 420 Senior Graphics Techniques 1F 4std 0.5
Admission by consent of Instructor.
FINE 421 Senior Graphics Techniques 2W 4std 0.5
Admission by consent of Instructor.
FINE 470 Senior Seminar in Film Concepts 1
Not offered 1982-83.
FINE 471 Senior Seminar in Fim Concepts 2W 0.5
Admission by consent of Instructor.
FINE 472 Senior Seminar 1F R 0.5
Admission by consent of instructor.
FINE 473 Senior Seminar 2W R O05
Admission by consent of Instructor.
FINE 490 Senior Honours Presentation 1F S,std.R 0.5
Each student will work under the direction of a Fine Arts faculty member on an advanced creative project: The result of this endeavour will be presented in the form of an exhibition or its equivalent (i.e: film, illustrated book, portfolio, or essay), which will be examined by faculty members of Fine Arts and also where pertinent, by members of other departments. Required of all students in Honours Fine Arts.
Admission by permission only.
FINE 490A Senior General SeminarF S,std,R 0.5
As in FINE 490, each student will work under the direction of a Fine Arts faculty member on an advanced Creative project, ‘and will participate in group critiques and discussions. Required of all 4 year General Fine Arts students.
Admission by permission only.
FINE 491 Senior Honours Presentation 2W Sjstd.R 0.5
A continuation of FINE 490. Admission by permission only.
FINE 491A Senior General Seminar 2W S,std.,R 0.5
A continuation of FINE 490A
An optional course for 4 year General Fine Arts students.
Admission by permission only.
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FINE 246 Film and the Quest for Meaning 1
Listed without a description.
FINE 247 GEOGRAPHY
FINE 248R Film as Social Criticism
Listed without a description.
FINE 316 Canadian Native Art
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