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 students' work. Each topic will be approached by examining theoretical issues or historical and contemporary painters' lives and works in order to inform student development. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: ART R110B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This course is an introduction to basic theories of color. Investigations of color interaction are conducted in a two-dimensional context. Introductory studies of psychological aspects of color will be explored. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: ART R104A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This course is an introduction to basic theories of color. Investigations of color interaction are conducted in a two-dimensional context. Introductory studies of psychological aspects of color will be explored. Field trips may be required. Prerequisites: ART R104A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This course is an introduction to the concepts, applications, and social and historical contexts of two-dimensional art and composition, including the study of the basic principles and elements of line, shape, texture, value, color and spatial illusion. Emphasis is placed on the development of a visual vocabulary for creative expression. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

Through guided composition and analysis, Music Theory I incorporates and develops the concepts covered in Music Fundamentals, including review of rhythm and meter, scales, keys, intervals, and triads, then dives into more complex concepts such as seventh chords, figured bass, roman numeral analysis, cadences, phrases, and initial four-part chorale writing principles. Field trips may be required. Corequisites: MUS R125A. Recommended Prep: MUS R101. Transfer credit: CSU. Formerly: R102A.