Examines the fundamental value of visual art in its historic development, its workaday practice and its vital role as a means of expression of what is real, what is true and of value to us in our human journey. It seeks to encourage visual literacy and respect for art-making as a sacred trust, most elevated from a Christian worldview. Exclusion: FINE 120

Introduces the production techniques of single- camera video that are used in television, cinema, and other media. Students will develop skills in designing a video production from the start to the finish. This includes pre-production, on location shooting, and post-production editing and finishing. The world is obsessed with media and many people spend hundreds of hours a year watching television, movies and other online video content. Hundreds of cable TV channels, Netflix, YouTube, and other on demand video services offer an endless supply of video content. With so much choice, the audience has become far more selective in what they will watch which means the quality of video productions must be higher than ever before. This course will help you level the field. Same as MEDA 113 Exclusion: ARTM 240

Explores the power of design as the fundamental creative core of all art making. We explore its motivation, its language, its impact and a sampling of non-computer-based applications in two- dimensional media. Projects will include design of daytimer journals, board game packages, personal trademarks and PPT audio visuals. Exclusion: FINE 130

Drawing is a wonderful way to touch the world with our eyes. This is a basic introduction to a range of creative drawing materials and techniques, with exercises building skills in gesture, contour, technical and realist chiaroscuro rendering. Exclusion: FINE 160

Painting is a powerful tool for expressing how we see the world. This is an introductory course that focuses on a basic survey of water-based media, namely ink, watercolour and gouache. This course engages the perception of physical and aesthetic space in depth perception with colour. Exclusion: FINE 161

A studio class for students who have a basic knowledge of art and are ready to challenge themselves to discover their own art-making abilities. Self-discipline, self-knowledge and experimentation with various media will be encouraged as students work on several art projects in and out of class times. Exclusion: FINE 121

Examination of the ways in which visual images, sculptural objects and architectural structures have been used in the formation and consolidation of individual and cultural identities throughout history. Chronologically traces some of the major artistic developments that have influenced both Western and Eastern cultures from cave painting to AD 1400 and examines the ways in which these participate in the political, social, religious and economic climates of which they are an integral part. Same as HIST 201 Exclusion: FINE 201

Examination of the ways in which visual images, sculptural objects and architectural structures have been produced throughout history. Chronologically traces some of the major artistic developments that have influenced Western cultures from the Renaissance to the present and examines the ways in which these participate in the political, social, religious and economic climates of which they are an integral part. Same as HIST 202 Exclusion: FINE 202

An introduction to the skills, concepts and theology of image creation that will broaden students’ understanding of contemporary photography. Students will explore photography as a visual art practice, and how this can help them to become engaging, inspired, and active photographers. Exclusion: FINE 224

An introduction to theatrical studies, looking at dramatic literature from diverse periods and traditions. The focus of the textual analysis will be on staging history and practices, theatrical space, plot, character, themes and language. There will be a practical element to the course in which students will have the opportunity to dramatize presentations. Exclusion: FINE 241

A practical introduction to the fundamentals of acting. This course will introduce students to the foundations of acting through movement, voice, improvisational exercises and text analysis. The students will leave the course with the beginning tools to lift a script from page to the stage. The course will culminate in a monologue and scene study presentation for the public. Exclusion: FINE 242

Drawing is a wonderful way to touch the world with our eyes. This course focuses on tonal rendering, colour rendering in a range of drawing media and a concentration on figurative work. Prerequisite: ARTM 160 Exclusion: FINE 260

An intermediate course designed to strengthen the student’s technical and observational skills. We will explore a variety of materials, techniques and subject matter (landscape, self- portrait and realism), and continue to build on the fundamentals of composition, light, tone and colour. In class demonstrations and discussions will touch upon concepts integral to the artist such as the creative process, critical thinking, visual literacy, metaphor, discipline and spontaneity. Prerequisite: ARTM 161 Exclusion: FINE 261

Same as PHIL 323 Exclusion: FINE 323

Allows students to gain an understanding of the basic physics of sound, how we hear it, and how sound can be controlled and manipulated using acoustic and electronic techniques. The differences and similarities of live vs studio sound production will be studied. Students will learn how to use the understanding of these theories and techniques to better prepare them for musical performances either in a live setting or in the studio. Classes will include opportunities for hands on work with audio equipment. Prerequisites: BA Music: Worship Arts Majors Must have completed 9 hours of MUSC courses (Non BA Music: Worship Arts students need permission from the instructor This course is not open to first year students)

Designed to give students an in-depth exposure to techniques related to digital technology production and/or sound engineering. The intern is supervised directly by his/her faculty advisor and by a field professional. Internships require a minimum time investment of 140 hours and may be completed over more than one semester. The student should register for the internship in the semester in which he or she plans to complete all of the course requirements. Permission required

A film survey course designed to study the history and value of cinematic expression in the context of a theological framework. Landmark films will be presented and discussed. These particular films have helped to shape worldwide artistic standards and the language of film literature in relation to Christian faith. Exclusion: FINE 340

Same as HIST 387 Exclusion: FINE 344

An independent study option open to fourth- year students who wish to pursue an art project or research topic beyond the bounds of the regular curriculum. Prerequisites: ARTM 160, 161 Permission required

Examines the relationship between writing and the visual arts by focusing on themes in North American art. Critical essays, manifestos, artist statements, biographies, fiction, poetry, and other creative forms of writing may be examined in their artistic, social, political and intellectual contexts. Themes may include the following: identity, technology, performance art, artistic controversies, Pop Art and materialism, politics of landscape, art and national identity. Prerequisites: 6 credit hours in ENGL, 3 credit hours in HIST

Introduces a broad range of media including acrylic and acrylic mediums; encaustic; collage assemblage and mixed media techniques; printmaking techniques; photography; handbuilding with clay, and other forms. Recalling the tradition of plein air painting and the more contemporary painting in situ, classes will take place off campus in different spaces and studios located in downtown Toronto. Prerequisites: ARTM 160, 161

Covers basic conversationally relevant signs and grammar principles and other features of ASL (American Sign Language), including a brief history of sign language. The focus is on the development of basic ASL grammar and classifiers, including cultural and linguistic information of deaf people. The content covers fingerspelling, ASL terminology, expressive and receptive vocabulary, basic sentence structures, spatial locations, parameters, conversational signs, and the examination of issues in Deaf culture. This course incorporates the D.E.M. (Direct Experience Method). The ultimate goal is to help students to become comfortable in maintaining the conversation with Deaf people using ASL.

Extends and further develops basic signing vocabulary and grammar. The content covers fingerspelling, ASL terminology, expressive and receptive vocabulary, sentence structure, and conversational signs. Students will begin to discuss personal information, including where they live, family information and various physical activities. They will begin to refine visual perception to assist with comprehension skills in sign language. Students will be introduced to spatial referencing, contrastive structures, the expression of time and the formulation of negative statements. They will also be introduced to some rules for social interaction. The ultimate goal is to help student to become comfortable in maintaining the conversation with Deaf people using ASL. Prerequisite: ASLN 101

Builds on the curriculum studied in ASLN 102 (units 4-6) and covers units 7-9. The focus is on further development of ASL vocabulary and grammar through dialogues and narratives, including cultural and linguistic information of Deaf people. The content covers fingerspelling, ASL terminology, expressive and receptive vocabulary, classifiers, sentence structure, special locations, parameters, conversational signs, and the examination of issues in Deaf culture. This course incorporates the D.E.M. (Direct Experience Method). The ultimate goals is to help students to become comfortable in maintaining the conversation with Deaf people utilizing appropriate cultural behaviors while increasing fluency and comprehension. Prerequisites: ASLN 101, 102