ART 440 - Artists' Materials and Techniques

    Recent Professors
    Sarah Solis Mattson
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    5.4Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None.
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of ART 440
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course focuses on analyzing and developing artists' mediums and techniques. Historical information about various materials, development, and their relationship to personal imagery and style are emphasized. The composition of pigments, their historical origins, and various binders are explored. The construction of various artists' substrates and supports as well as the techniques of matting and framing artwork are also covered. A supply fee may be required for this course. Field trips may be required.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 1:00pm–1:50pm, Mon Wed 2:00pm–3:20pm