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note from the chair:

Dear MVC Art Majors,

On behalf of the Division of Fine Arts I would like to welcome you to the 2013-2014 school year. We are all looking forward to working with you this year. As Chair of the Division, I want you to know that I am here to assist you in any way that I can, so if you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to con-tact me. You can visit my office, which is located in Morrison Fi-ne Arts Building (the office at the top of the stairs to the right), or email me at [email protected], or call me at 660-831-4215. I am always in awe of the wonderful work produced by our art ma-jors, so I look forward to seeing your work at this year's stu-dent gallery showings and at our March Stustu-dent Juries.

Have a great school year! Diana Malan

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faculty:

charity-mika woodard

associate professor

director, morris gallery

mfa: new york academy of art

member: CAA, NAEA

[email protected] ex 4175; Baity 303 faculty sponsor– art club

new faculty– coming spring 2014 adjunct faculty: dan gemkow [email protected] matt moyer [email protected] hannah reeves [email protected] valerie wedel [email protected]

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degrees and areas of study:

BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) A BFA is a standard under-graduate degree for students seeking a professional educa-tion in the visual or performing arts and requires an area of specialty.

Emphasis areas:

Studio Art—60 total hours of art courses

Disciplines: Painting, Ceramics, Photography, Sculpture, Drawing

Graphic Design—60 total hours of art courses BA/BS –Art Education (Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science) This degree is designed for students wanting to pursue teaching as a career.

Emphasis area:

Art Education Certificate (k-12)-91 hours of art and

education courses

BA/BS (Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science) A BA is de-signed for students who want a broad liberal arts education or who want to double major with another area.

Emphasis area:

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baity studios—upstairs baity hall

Painting, Drawing, Illustration, 2-D Design, Printmaking, and Fibers courses

dark room studio—211 ferguson center

Photography 1

ceramics studio-basement of young hall Ceramics and Sculpture courses pod studio—baity 302

Computer Assisted Art, Graphic Design, Web Design, Animation, and Photography 2 courses

studio rules:

1. Students are expected to work carefully and responsibly—be re-spectful of your neighbors.

2. Students are expected to follow all rules established for working in the studios after class hours.

3. Students should alert their professors of hazardous situations and broken or missing equipment/supplies.

4. No food or drink in the POD Studio. 5. Be sure to lock the door behind you.

studio access:

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• College is more difficult than high school. Be sure to make your courses your top priority.

•Use your checklist to determine which classes to enroll in. Take art courses from the beginning as many are only offered every 4th semester. Only take a few Gen Ed courses in your freshman year.

• Keep current with both art history and the latest art and design books & periodi-cals in the library. They can both inspire and help you see your place in the history of art.

• Start projects immediately after they have been assigned. If you plan for hurdles, then you will have time to develop your ideas and solve problems.

• Budget your time—do not use a deadline in one class as an excuse for late work in another. Be prompt.

• Prepare to transport and protect your work in bad weather. Rain is no excuse for late work.

• Take full advantage of the open studio hours after class.

• Be an engaged student. Pay attention, ask questions and engage in discussions and critiques.

• Being present in class means having supplies and being ready to work. • Avoid scheduling medical appointments during class time.

• Constructive criticism is not meant as an attack—it is to help you grow. Remem-ber this when critiquing other students’ work—be honest and objective.

• Know that you will need to budget for art supplies.

• Protect and save your best artwork for reviews. If you sell your artwork, be sure to photograph it first!

• Your portfolio is very important to potential employers, more so than grades. You need for it to be very professional.

• Talk to your professor if you are struggling or need advice on ways to improve your work.

• You are responsible for fulfilling your degree requirements, your adviser is only there to help you. Pay attention to course offering times.

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expectations for students :

Attend all classes

Complete all assignments on time, and as directed

Follow through on commitments

Maintain focus on the task at hand

Give your best efforts to all you undertake

Criteria for acceptance and continued enrollment in the BFA Studio/Graphic Design program.

 Maintain a 3.0 GPA in major courses

 Maintain an active participation in the larger art com-munity.

 Demonstrate skills and abilities that will help to gain and maintain a job in an artistic industry

 Demonstrate a continual growth with abilities and tal-ents

 Demonstrate leadership qualities that promote a high standard of professionalism

 Display development and learning through a profes-sional style portfolio presentation or critique each year

Criteria for acceptance into and maintaining en-rollment in teacher education:

 Overall GPA of 2.75 or higher or 2.5 with an ACT score of 20 or higher

 Grade of “C” or higher in all major courses with no Pass/Fail in major

 Qualifying scores of 235 or higher on every subtest area of the C-Base exam

 Evidence of competency in written and oral communica-tion to be judged through EN 160 (“C” or higher grade) and SP 100 (“C” or higher grade)

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Student Juries will be held in March (the week prior to Spring Break)

All students pursuing degrees in The Division of Fine Arts are required to participate in yearly Student Juries. It is an opportunity to get feedback from your faculty, to set goals for yourself, and to learn more about where you are in your de-velopment.

Visual Art students will have for review:

* 10 works from class assignments or self-

generated projects that fit into their style & thematic conceptual body of work

* A sketchbook

* Unofficial Transcript to check your GPA * Artist’s Resume

* An Artist Statement

tips for success:

1. Keep your best work in a safe and handy place.

2. Professional presentation—drawings, painting and photo-graphs should be matted; graphic design work mounted; and all work should be free of smudges and dust. 3. You will orally present your work so be ready to discuss

your artist decisions, concepts and goals.

4. Professional business casual attire is recommended. 5. Be prepared to answer questions from the faculty.

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Senior Art Majors will submit a portfolio of their work and exhibit their work in a solo art show in conjunction with AR 490. The senior shows are the part of a capstone course for studio/graphic design art majors. The course consists of advanced studio work, weekly cri-tiques, and discussions with faculty and peers. Each student's independent work with a faculty adviser culminates in the senior exhibition at Vernon Nester Gallery or an alternative venue at the student’s expense. Seniors are responsible for developing a concept, creating a body of work and preparing it for installation, installing the art show, publicity, artist’s statement and reception. Senior artists will present works ranging from performance to paintings, prints, photography and sculpture.

"The senior show is a time of celebration of what you have done and what you will do in the future!"

-Charity-Mika Woodard, Associate Professor of Visual Art

senior portfolio:

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Students May Participate in the Internship Program If:

They have completed their sophomore level studio.

They have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above.

A faculty member from the student’s department agrees to act as a faculty supervisor for an internship.

The internship has a strong mentorship component.

They are transfer students who have completed one se-mester at MVC.

They fill out the Internship contract.

Internship contracts and more information can be found on this link:

http://www.moval.edu/academics/internship/

materials.php

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Located in the Technology Center, across from Eckilson-Mabee Theatre.

Morris Gallery Hours:

Sunday 6-9 pm

Tuesday 12:30-4:30 pm Wednesday 12:30-4:30 pm Thursday 12:30-8:00 pm Friday 12:30-4:00 pm

Additional evening hours in correlation with theatre events at the Eckilson-Mabee theatre

2013-2014 exhibit schedule

Swathe August 13-October 20, 2013 Tales and Trails October 29-December 8, 2013 The Art of Collecting January 13-March 2, 2014 In Transit March 25– May 10, 2014

Check us out online:

Website: http://www.moval.edu/Morris_Gallery/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MorrisGalleryofart

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First Friday schedule– KC Crossroad District

First Friday of each month:

September 6, October 4, November 1, December 6, January 3,

February 7, March 7, April 4, May 2

Art Fairs:

Westport Art Fair September 6-8th Plaza Art Fair September 20-22nd

Vern Nester Student Showcase

Schedule 2013-2014

August 15th - October 4th Printmaking Showcase October 7th – December 6th

Computer Assisted Art Showcase

January 13th

– March 3rd

Painting Showcase

Guest Artist Ted Denton- Local Marshall artist

Annual Student Art Show Reception April 1st

from 3-5pm Senior Showcase- April 21st -April 25th Reception TBA Senior Showcase- April 28th -May 2nd Reception TBA Senior Showcase- May 5th -May 9th Reception TBA

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work study & volunteer opportunities:

work study

Work study hours are available in the art department. You can be assigned to facilities, teacher ad, archival, or gallery assistant. Contact: Professor Charity-Mika Woodard for more information. art club

The purpose of the Art Club is to involve both art students and non -art students in the exploration of art.

Some of our tentative activities for the upcoming year include: Holiday window painting on the square.

Face painting at Fall Homecoming. Film Festivals

Annual Masquerade Ball

Sponsoring Guest Artist lecture series. Independent and group art projects.

Fieldtrips to the Nelson-Akins Museum and First Fridays. Community service for other groups within the school.

Contact Art Club officers for meeting times and more formation. Brown Bag Lunch meetings are held on an in-formal basis. All are welcome to join – no matter what level of experience you have – as long as you have an in-terest in art!

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Hobby Lobby

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4300 Bass Pro Drive Independence, MO 64055 816-795-6609 2001 W. Worley #150 Columbia, MO 65203 573-445-4443

Michael’s

1050 NE Coronado Dr. Blue Springs, MO 64014 816-224-2806 2001 W. Ash St. Columbia, MO 65203-1161

Joann’s Fabrics

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Square Corner

26 N. Jefferson Marshall, MO 660-886-3716

Online Options

www.dickblick.com www.pearlpaint.com www.cheapjoes.com

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the code:

The faculty of the Department of Visual Art wishes to instill the highest level of discipline and professionalism in future artists.

In that spirit, we have adopted the following: AN ARTIST’S CODE OF CONDUCT:

 I will honor my personal creativity by expressing myself to the greatest ability.

 I am an integral part of the creative process and will function as an inventive

collaborator. There is a time to give creative input and a time to take notes. I will learn the difference.

 I will be emotionally ready and physically prepared to work when class begins.

 I will bring solutions, not problems to every class project.

 I will be an engaged artist

 I will honor my creativity and give it an expression.

 I will respect my reasonability as an artist in the larger community.

 I will give constructive criticism during critiques. I will not use mean, hateful, or

unwarranted comments to my fellow artists.

Love the art in yourself and not yourself in the art.

He who works with his hands is a laborer. He who works with his hands and his head is a craftsman. He who works with his hands and his head and his heart is an artist.

St Fancis of Assisi

The job of the artist is always to deepen the mystery.

Francis Bacon