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Senior level capstone seminar in which the student will search the Bible and the literature dealing with the topic(s) under discussion in the course leading to the discovery of means whereby the subject area may be 'integrated' with Biblical truth. The results of the research will be incorporated in a paper or project which will be critiqued by the seminar members and by the professor. Core Curriculum: Approved for Core - Biblical and Theological Studies.

An introduction to the concepts, skills, and tools necessary to develop a professional art/design practice. Grade Mode: A.

An introduction to basic color theory and oil painting techniques. Emphasis on observational representation including still-life, landscape and figure. Notes: Approved for Core Curriculum Fine Arts credit. Grade Mode: A.

Exploration of the overlapping relationships of traditional and experimental methods of drawing: to include processes, tools, and surfaces. Concentration on issues of formal, narrative, and symbolic development with emphasis placed on finished works of art. Grade Mode: A.

Introduction to non-representational acrylic painting techniques. Emphasis on issues of color and design as applied to organic, geometric, and pattern abstraction. Grade Mode: A.

Extensive exploration in studio problems with emphasis on historical and current issues as they apply to individual direction and expression in painting. Grade Mode: A.

An introduction to basic color theory and oil painting techniques. Emphasis on observational representation including still-life, landscape and figure. Notes: Approved for Core Curriculum Fine Arts credit. Grade Mode: A.

An introduction to basic color theory and oil painting techniques. Emphasis on observational representation including still-life, landscape and figure. Notes: Approved for Core Curriculum Fine Arts credit. Grade Mode: A.

Exploration of the overlapping relationships of traditional and experimental methods of drawing: to include processes, tools, and surfaces. Concentration on issues of formal, narrative, and symbolic development with emphasis placed on finished works of art. Grade Mode: A.

Introduction to non-representational acrylic painting techniques. Emphasis on issues of color and design as applied to organic, geometric, and pattern abstraction. Grade Mode: A.

Extensive exploration in studio problems with emphasis on historical and current issues as they apply to individual direction and expression in painting. Grade Mode: A.

An introduction to basic color theory and oil painting techniques. Emphasis on observational representation including still-life, landscape and figure. Notes: Approved for Core Curriculum Fine Arts credit. Grade Mode: A.

An introduction to basic color theory and oil painting techniques. Emphasis on observational representation including still-life, landscape and figure. Notes: Approved for Core Curriculum Fine Arts credit. Grade Mode: A.

This course is an introduction to the foundational elements of image making. We will study the visual fundamentals by investigating visual principles and their relationship to meaning and language, concept and content, intention and audience. Note(s): Studio (6 hours per week). Grade Mode: A.

Exploration of the overlapping relationships of traditional and experimental methods of drawing: to include processes, tools, and surfaces. Concentration on issues of formal, narrative, and symbolic development with emphasis placed on finished works of art. Grade Mode: A.

Introduction to non-representational acrylic painting techniques. Emphasis on issues of color and design as applied to organic, geometric, and pattern abstraction. Grade Mode: A.

This course will combine technical instruction within the digital software programs relevant to contemporary animation and entertainment design (Maya, etc.), with content focused on students' individual creative development and conceptual thought. Note(s): Studio (6 hours per week). Grade Mode: A.

Studio course in the fundamentals of storyboarding and concept design for various time-based media. Course content includes narrative strategies, staging and cinematography, and character/environment design. Note(s): Studio (6 hours per week). Grade Mode: A.

Extensive exploration in studio problems with emphasis on historical and current issues as they apply to individual direction and expression in painting. Grade Mode: A.

Studio course developing intermediate to advanced techniques in both digital and analog animation. Technical instruction in moving image strategies is accompanied by emphasis on concept, storytelling and creative communication. Note(s): Studio (6 hours per week). Grade Mode: A.

An examination of digital visual effects for film, television, games and other media. The class covers basic 2-D and 3-D modeling, compositing, digital lighting, mattes, animation and the vfx pipeline. Participants should have extensive computer experience. Grade Mode: A.

This course focuses on level design for video games using a professional game development framework. Students learn components of a successful interactive environment. Course modules include level building, materials, theme, mood, texturing, modeling, lighting, terrain, optimization, cut-scenes, animation, visual effects, streaming, responsiveness to player actions and testing. Grade Mode: A.

An introduction to basic color theory and oil painting techniques. Emphasis on observational representation including still-life, landscape and figure. Notes: Approved for Core Curriculum Fine Arts credit. Grade Mode: A.

This course is an introduction to the foundational elements of image making. We will study the visual fundamentals by investigating visual principles and their relationship to meaning and language, concept and content, intention and audience. Note(s): Studio (6 hours per week). Grade Mode: A.

Exploration of the overlapping relationships of traditional and experimental methods of drawing: to include processes, tools, and surfaces. Concentration on issues of formal, narrative, and symbolic development with emphasis placed on finished works of art. Grade Mode: A.

Introduction to non-representational acrylic painting techniques. Emphasis on issues of color and design as applied to organic, geometric, and pattern abstraction. Grade Mode: A.

This course explores visual messaging through the investigation of materials and their native forms. Ideas of visual representation, expression and communication will be addressed from various perspectives. Note(s): Studio (6 hours per week). Grade Mode: A.

This course explores the relationship of material and surface with the illustrated image. From ornamentation to figuration and textiles to posters, we will consider how content and context interact through the activity of production. Note(s): Studio (6 hours per week). Grade Mode: A.

This course will combine technical instruction within the digital software programs relevant to contemporary animation and entertainment design (Maya, etc.), with content focused on students' individual creative development and conceptual thought. Note(s): Studio (6 hours per week). Grade Mode: A.

Studio course in the fundamentals of storyboarding and concept design for various time-based media. Course content includes narrative strategies, staging and cinematography, and character/environment design. Note(s): Studio (6 hours per week). Grade Mode: A.

This course examines illustration concepts, methods and applications that are informed by research. Addressing the emerging and complex visual landscape of a contemporary practice, emphasis will be in refining a distinct visual point of view. Note(s): Studio (6 hours per week). Grade Mode: A.

This course will consider the activity of publishing as a critical action and provides opportunities for self-initiated projects. Note(s): Studio (6 hours per week). Grade Mode: A.