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ART 4440 - Painting: Research, Methodology, + Play

Credits: 3
Course Type: Studio

This course develops students’ ability to generate and explore ideas as a fundamental artistic skill. Students will investigate various subject matter through research, structured methods, and experimental play. The class emphasizes self-directed exploration, with students applying contemporary research practices. Students will experiment with diverse materials and techniques, expanding both their technical abilities and conceptual thinking. Upon completion, students will demonstrate effective research skills, ideation strategies, and material experimentation. This course prepares students for advanced studio work by establishing sustainable processes for developing compelling visual ideas.

Prerequisites: ART 1151 - Painting Fundamentals: Tools + Techniques  

Notes: Students who are not in the 2D emphasis will need chair approval to enroll.

Campus only



Course Learning Outcomes:
  • Research diverse painting topics and themes using academic and artistic databases, developing a foundation for personal studio investigation.
  • Apply contemporary ideation models to transform research findings into visual concepts and painting strategies.
  • Experiment with various methods, materials, and techniques through structured play, creating connections between research and studio practice.
  • Articulate the relationships between research, methodology, and play in the context of advanced painting practice through written and verbal communication.

ART 4440 Course Learning Outcomes Rubric 


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