UG Course Descriptions

An inclusive survey of the history of arts from Fourteenth Century Art in Europe to Post Modernism, exploring major monuments and masterpieces of sculpture, ceramics, architecture and painting as each form relates to the achievements of humankind. A broad range of cultures will be examined to provide an understanding of different perspectives on how people have communicated visually though art forms.

This course teaches basic painting techniques using Longwood gardens as inspiration.

Using the Mutter Museum as inspiration, students learn basic ceramic and drawing techniques.

This course explores basic painting techniques using the Immaculata University campus as inspiration.

An introduction to the fundamentals of art through the analysis of the visual elements and principles of design that underlie all works of art. Students will discern an art work’s subject matter and content through hands-on projects, lecture, writing assignments and class discussions. Students will explore themes, purposes, vocabulary and different media to expand their understanding and provide a deeper appreciation for the arts and the creative process involved.

Discover the arts on a semester break to Europe. The tour will consist of guided visits to art museums, historical sites, lectures, discussions and a taste of the culture to enhance your appreciation of the arts. An additional cost will be added to the course fee that covers air, hotels, food, tours, transfer and a full time tour director.

This course will provide a survey of women artists from the Renaissance to the twenty-first century and will examine contributions women artists have made in the western art tradition. A broad range of artworks created by women will be explored for their historical, social, political and personal content. The course will explore major movements within art history by examining the contribution of women artists chronologically.

An overview of the visual arts in the United States. This course will cover the principal movements and trends in architecture, painting, and sculpture in American art from colonial to modern times.

Tours and lectures will be provided at each museum to look at art from a variety of views, collections, themes, history and medium of creation. Students will be introduced to how collections of art are formed and will learn about the four museums in Philadelphia. Students will be introduced to the works around the Impressionist period and compare how they are viewed in each museum. Students will experiment working with graphite, charcoal, watercolor and acrylics/gouache, and will become familiar with a variety of techniques for drawing and painting outdoors. Students will learn the basic elements of color mixing, composition, and spatial relationships, as well as how to investigate and analyze the effects of light and atmosphere in the landscape. No previous fine arts experience is required.

Learn about mindfulness and the use of art to engage in the benefits and practice of being in the present moment, mindfully. This course will help you in: Learning techniques to reduce stress, improve attention, enhance well-being, deepen empathy, and bring awareness to the present moment; Understanding the interplay of mind and body for being focused in the creative process; Using one’s breath to develop awareness of focus, concentration, and peace of mind; Activating different parts of the brain.