For all Photo classes see Photography. For classes in Interior Architectural Design, see Interior Architectural Design.
Selected courses are repeatable. However, the number of total enrollments may be limited to four within a grouping of similar courses. Please see a counselor for details.
ART 10A, Design I (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • CAN: Art 14. • Prerequisite: None.
This is an introductory course in the theory and application of the elements of 2-D design. Assignments will focus on the following design principles: line, value, form, scale, light, logic, space, depth, texture, pattern, composition and color theory. This course is required for all art majors.
1044 8:30a-12:00p MTWTh A 118 Vicich G M
1045 12:30p-4:00p MTWTh A 102 Miyano E
4011 6:00p-9:30p TWTh A 102 Miyano E
Above section 4011 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 17 to Aug 07.
ART 13, 3-D Design (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Art 10A.
This course explores the basic problems in 3-D design using plastic, metal, wood and other materials. (Recommended for design, gallery installation, ceramic and sculpture majors.)
4012 6:00p-9:30p TWTh A 124 Bromberg T L
Above section 4012 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 17 to Aug 07.
ART 17A, 3-D Jewelry Design I (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Advisory: Art 10A and 20A.
This course explores jewelry design and silversmithing as an art form and includes both fabricating and lost-wax casting techniques.
Instructional materials fee of $5 must be paid at time of enrollment.
1046 8:30a-12:00p MTWTh A 126 Riggs T M
ART 20A, Drawing I (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • CAN: Art 8. • Prerequisite: None.
This fundamental course is focused on representational drawing and composition using various black and white media. Emphasis is placed on development of perceptual skill, comprehension of formal theory, and performance competency in the media introduced.
1789 8:00a-11:30a MTWTh AET 233 Mammarella C J
Above section 1789 meets for 6 weeks, Jun 30 to Aug 07, at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street. Above section 1789 is part of the Summer Institute Program and enrollment is limited to program participants. Please call (310) 434-3501 or visit us at www.smc.edu/highschoolprograms for additional information.
1047 8:30a-12:00p MTWTh A 120 Burchman J H
NEW 1829 10:00a-1:30p MTWTh Carson High Beauvy T
Above section 1829 is part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets July 7, 2008 – August 14, 2008 at Carson High School, 22328 South Main St, Carson, 90745.
1048 12:30p-4:00p MTWTh A 120 Vicich G M
4013 6:00p-9:30p TWTh A 120 Zarcone J
Above section 4013 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 17 to Aug 07.
ART 20B, Drawing II (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Art 20A.
This course is a continuation of Art 20A with emphasis on the compositional aspects of drawing and the development of individual expression. There is an introduction to color and color theory and to the human figure. The figure is studied relative to its unique qualities of proportion, gesture, and expression.
1049 8:00a-11:30a MTWTh A 220 Emery D E
1050 12:30p-4:00p MTWTh A 220 Burchman J H
ART 21A, Drawing III (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • CAN: Art 24. • Advisory: Art 20B.
This is a drawing course with major emphasis on drawing from a live model in a variety of both black and white and color media. This course emphasizes anatomical and skeletal structures.
4014 6:00p-9:30p TWTh A 100 Kompaneyets M
Above section 4014 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 17 to Aug 07.
ART 31, Beginning Oil Painting (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Art 10A and 20A.
This an introductory course in oil painting. This course will emphasize building a foundation for executing and understanding paintings with coursework focusing on the use and application of painting materials, composition, and theory.
1051 8:00a-11:30a MTWTh A 100 Kompaneyets M
ART 40A, Sculpture I (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • CAN: Art 12. • Advisory: Art 10A or 20A.
Formal and spatial problems in sculpture are covered in this course which emphasizes modeling with clay and stone carving. *See counselor regarding transfer credit limitations.
Instructional materials fee of $5 must be paid at time of enrollment.
1052 8:30a-12:00p MTWTh A 124 Hartman D G
1053 12:30p-4:00p MTWTh A 124 Hartman D G
ART 40B, Sculpture II (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Art 40A.
This is a continuation of Art 40A with further exploration of sculptural materials and techniques. Emphasis is on individual growth and direction.
Instructional materials fee of $5 must be paid at time of enrollment.
1054 8:30a-12:00p MTWTh A 124 Hartman D G
ART 52A, Ceramics I (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • CAN: Art 6. • Advisory: Art 10A.
This is a ceramic design and construction course using basic hand building methods and wheel throwing. Emphasis is on surface decoration and glazing.
Instructional materials fee of $5 must be paid at time of enrollment.
1055 8:30a-12:00p MTWTh AIR 170 Kiyose Y
Above section 1055 meets at the Airport Campus, 2800 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica Airport.
4015 6:00p-9:30p TWTh AIR 170 Kiyose Y
Above section 4015 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 17 to Aug 07, at the Airport Campus, 2800 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica Airport.
ART 52B, Ceramics II (3,3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Art 52A.
This course is a continuation of Art 52A. Emphasis is on wheel throwing, glaze chemistry, stacking, and firing.
Instructional materials fee of $5 must be paid at time of enrollment.
1056 8:30a-12:00p MTWTh AIR 170 Kiyose Y
Above section 1056 meets at the Airport Campus, 2800 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica Airport.
4016 6:00p-9:30p TWTh AIR 170 Kiyose Y
Above section 4016 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 17 to Aug 07, at the Airport Campus, 2800 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica Airport.
ART 60, Introduction to Printmaking (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Art 20A.
This is an introductory course in printmaking media and techniques including lino-cut, multi-block woodcut, and etching processes.
Instructional materials fee of $10 must be paid at time of enrollment.
1057 12:30p-4:00p MTWTh A 126 Greco J
ART 62, Serigraphy (Silkscreen) (3,3) 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Art 10A and 20A.
This is an introductory studio course in screen printing techniques, including hand cut and painted stencil application as well as an introduction to photo stencil techniques.
Instructional materials fee of $10 must be paid at time of enrollment.
4017 6:00p-9:30p TWTh A 126 Christy C M
Above section 4017 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 17 to Aug 07.