Oxnard College Courses

This course is an intermediate level course to oil painting as an expressive medium. A thorough understanding will be developed by the individual centered on the following studio topics: materials and

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course explores the more advanced concepts in painting by examining abstract qualities in contemporary art; understanding philosophical trends and movements in painting and critical analysis of s

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This class is an introduction to principles, elements and practices of painting. Students will focus on the exploration of painting materials, perceptual skills and color theory, paint mixing and tech

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course provides intermediate level study in acrylic painting as an expressive medium. A thorough understanding will be developed by the student centered on the following studio topics: materials

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course explores the more advanced concepts in painting by examining abstract qualities in contemporary art, understanding philosophical trends and movements in painting and critical analysis of s

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course is a study of abstract conceptual trends in art. Students will learn about past and present source development in all art. Students will explore the areas of abstraction in real and non-ob

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course is an introduction to drawing the human figure from observation using a wide variety of drawing media and techniques. Topics include an introduction to human anatomy and the historical and

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course is a continuation of Life Drawing I, but includes minor structures that surround or may be included in set-up (pose). Emphasis is placed on compositional and technical improvement in artis

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course is a continuation of Life Drawing II, but includes more complex structures that surround or may be included in set-up. Emphasis is placed on more complex compositional poses, and further t

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course is an introduction to a range of foundational hands-on art experiences that reflect K-12 state standards and common core standards. This includes producing creative work in two-dimensional

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course is an introduction to three-dimensional sculptural principles, techniques, and concepts utilizing a wide range of materials and process. Various sculpture methods are practiced with attent

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This intermediate studio course will focus on experimentation with the ideas and media of sculpture and assembly with traditional, nontraditional, and alternative materials. Emphasis will be on the ex

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

The history, theory and aesthetics of digital photography will be explored in this course. Students will learn the fundamentals of digital photography with an emphasis on processes, principles and too

• California Community Colleges System
• 1 hour
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course provides a practical experience in portfolio and exhibit development culminating in a group exhibit. Emphasis is placed on continuing artistic practice and professional development. Throug

• California Community Colleges System
• 26 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course

This course examines the fundamentals of design, including design theory, the language and history of design, and contemporary design practices. This course emphasizes the basic principles and the hum

• California Community Colleges System
• 53 hours
• 10th Aug, 2026 · Fall 2026
• Paid Course