California Community Colleges System Courses

History of Art: Europe from Prehistory through Early Christianity

Explore European art history from prehistory to 600 CE, analyzing images, objects, and architecture from Stone Age to Byzantine cultures.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

History of Art: Europe During the Middle Ages and the Renaissance

Explore European art from 600-1600 CE, analyzing Islamic and Medieval cultures, Renaissance masterpieces, and Mannerist works through images, objects, and architecture.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

History of Art: Europe from the Baroque Period Through Impressionism

Analyze European art from 1600-1880s, exploring Baroque through Impressionism periods and examining cultural influences on imagery, objects, and architecture.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

History of Art: Europe and the United States from Post-Impressionism to the Present

Analyze diverse artworks from Europe and the US, exploring post-1880s movements and their cultural significance in modern art history.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

History of Art (Multicultural Arts in the United States)

Explore diverse American art forms by artists of color, examining cultural expressions, social issues, and the role of art in empowerment and social change.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

History of Art: Arts of Africa, Oceania and Native North America

Explore diverse indigenous art traditions from the Americas, South Pacific, and Africa, examining their cultural contexts and global impact.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Women and Art

Explore women's roles in art history, examining challenges, contributions, and representations across cultures from prehistory to present.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Beginning Drawing

Explore observational drawing techniques using traditional and experimental media while learning basic elements and principles of visual art.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Intermediate Drawing

Explore creative interpretation through experimental and traditional drawing techniques, enhancing your artistic skills and expression.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Two-Dimensional Design

Explore fundamental design elements and principles for creating impactful two-dimensional art in this comprehensive 11-week program.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Design and Color

Explore fundamental color theory and its application in visual arts, enhancing your understanding of design principles.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Oil Painting I

Explore oil painting techniques, from preparation to concept development, while translating visual information into artwork and examining aesthetic concerns.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Oil Painting II

Explore advanced oil painting techniques, color theory, and aesthetics while experimenting with diverse surfaces beyond canvas.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Oil Painting III

Explore advanced oil painting processes, focusing on shaped canvases, glazing techniques, and artistic expression to enhance your creative vision and aesthetic understanding.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course

Introduction to Graphic Design: Vector Illustration

Master vector illustration fundamentals using Adobe Illustrator and InDesign. Explore digital art concepts, practices, and theories while integrating traditional design principles in creative projects.

• California Community Colleges System
• 11 weeks, 4 hours a week
• No Longer Offered
• Paid Course