Courses

Introduces students to the art, architecture, and cultures of Mesoamerica--a region that encompasses modern-day Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, and parts of El Salvador, and Honduras. Focuses on major Pre-Columbian art objects and monuments to learn about the societies and cultures from which they came. Also considers the various roles that the visual arts and architecture played in these societies. Covers Olmec through Aztec civilizations. Prereqs., ARTH 1300 and 1400. Recommended prereq., ARTH 3729.

Students in this course will be required to complete 3 projects, participate in group critiques of projects, produce a slide presentation on a contemporary artist whose work/practice fits within the theme of the course, and prepare a final portfolio. Studio work and demonstrations will be augmented by readings and discussions on contemporary art. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prereqs., ARTS 3504 and 3514. Prerequisites: Restricted to Studio Arts (AASA or AASF) or Art History (AAAH) majors only.

Examines the major movements and development in European and American architecture, 1900-1960's. Considers the major styles, as well as cultural interactions, race/ethnicity, gender and class concerns as they relate to both the practice and profession of architecture. Prereqs., ARTH 1300,1400.

Examines architecture as it developed in the area now defined as the continental United States from early cultures to the present. Considers the major styles and issues of cultural interaction, race/ethnicity, gender and class concerns as they relate to the practice, theory, and profession of architecture. Prereq., ARTH 1300 and 1400.

Introduces current Degas studies and research methods by drawing upon recent books, exhibition catalogues, and scholarly journal articles. Fulfills requirement for ARTH 4919, Capstone Seminar.

Introduces current Manet studies and research methods by drawing upon recent books, exhibition catalogues, and scholarly journal articles. Fulfills requirement for ARTH 4919, Capstone Seminar.

Fosters creative study of the background and foundation in modern art. Considers 19th-century European painting and, to a lesser degree, sculpture, in relation to social, cultural, and political history from 1863 to 1900. Focuses on France, but gives attention to other countries as well.

Fosters creative study of the background and foundation of modern art. Considers 19th-century European (and, to a lesser degree, American) painting and sculpture in relation to social, cultural, and political history from 1789 (the French Revolution) to 1863 (the Salon des refuses). Focuses on France, but gives attention to other countries as well.

Introduces current Romanticism studies and research methods by drawing upon recent books, exhibition catalogues, and scholarly journal articles.

Introduces current Post-Impressionism studies and research methods by drawing upon recent books, exhibition catalogues, and scholarly journal articles.

Consists of consultations with faculty on individual studio problems and projects. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prereqs., junior standing and instructor consent. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Juniors or Seniors).

Studies critical issues raised in the literature on art, focusing on Renaissance interpretations of key historical themes such as imitation and decorum. Carefully examines the language used in primary sources (available in English). Prereq., one 3000-level art history course.

Addresses how artists developed new compositional procedures, graphic techniques, and audiences, and how these procedures were theorized in an age when artists' intellectual and social status rose dramatically. Explores reception of new graphic technology. Studies specific commissions and primary texts in depth. Prereq., one 3000-level art history course. Same as ARTH 5749.

Surveys 17th century European painting, sculpture, and architecture, along with a critical study of artistic theory, artistic institutions (such as the Academiadi San Luca and the Academie Royal), and the concept of the term baroque. Prereq., one 3000-level art history course. Same as ARTH 5759. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: literature and the arts.

Examines 15th and 16th century European ideas about women from a variety of feminist perspectives. Focuses on recent contributions to history of women as they intersect with the visual arts. Prereq., one 3000-level art history course. Same as ARTH 5769 and WMST 4769. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: human diversity.

Reflects upon the question: In what sense were the regional variants of European devotional images the effects of meaningful cultural interaction? Evidence considered includes oral traditions, pueblo pottery, and painting, emphasizing interpretations that respect rights of communities to maintain privacy. Prereqs., ARTH 1300, 1400, and one 3000-level art history course. Same as ARTH 5779.

Examines Chicano art world, focusing on contemporary scene. Lecture/discussion/dialogue explored through readings and visual presentations including: video, guest lecturers, and visits to local spaces. Prereq., any 3000-level art history course or instructor consent.

May be repeated up to 7 total credit hours.

Seminar course dealing with selected areas or problems within the history of art. Consult current online Schedule Planner for seminar topic. May be repeated up to 7 total credit hours. Prereq., instructor consent. Restricted to Art History Majors only. Prerequisites: Restricted to Art History (AAAH) majors only.

May be repeated up to 18 total credit hours when topic varies. Same as ARTH 5929.

Focuses on opportunities at the Denver Art Museum, working with individual curators and master teachers in selected areas, such as audience interpretation, interpretive research files, and public school curriculums. Introduces students to the professional culture and activities of art museums. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prereqs., ARTH 1300 and 1400. Same as ARTH 5939.

May be elected during the final semester. Consists of a substantial, original written thesis. Requires faculty sponsorship. Does not guarantee a student will receive honors.

Class explores the advanced practices and aesthetics of computer-based moving-image art editing. Topics include how to edit and manage a postproduction cycle, how to use digital editing systems and capabilities such as compositing, digital audio, and optical effects treatments. Prereqs., FILM 1502,2000 or 2300, 2500, and 3400 or 3600, or instructor consent. Cannot be taken simultaneously with FILM 3400 or 3600. Same as FILM 4000.

Explores similarities and differences between literature and film as narrative arts. Studies novels, short stories, and plays and films made from them. Examines problems in point of view, manipulation of time, tone, structure, and setting. Same as FILM 4003. COML 5003 and ARTF 5003 are the same course. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.

Provides topic-centered analyses of controversial areas in film theory. Students read extensive materials in the topic area, analyze and summarize arguments as presented in the literature, write "Position" papers, and make oral presentations in which they elaborate their own arguments about specific assigned topic, establishing critical dialogue with the primary materials. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prereq., FILM 3051 or instructor consent. Restricted to senior FILM, FMST, or HUMN majors. Same as FILM 4004. Prerequisites: Restricted to Graduate Students only.