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Cosplay

Research, design, and build a set of ears or horns for entertainment or cosplay use. You will develop creative and technical skills in prop fabrication, with an emphasis on creative problem-solving, craftsmanship, material exploration, and professional presentation.

Enhanced Studies

You will complete course assignments to develop the skills and knowledge as indicated on the graduate course syllabus and receive undergraduate credit for the course to be applied toward the undergraduate degree requirements. These credits cannot be applied toward any future graduate degree requirements. Director approval required. Fees and prerequisites… Read More

English for Art Purposes 1

Use your English language skills to navigate Academy of Art University and American culture. Through discussion, writing, presentation, and critique, you’ll learn to communicate successfully both in and out of the classroom.

Enhanced Studies

You will complete course assignments to develop the skills and knowledge as indicated on the graduate course syllabus and receive undergraduate credit for the course to be applied toward the undergraduate degree requirements. These credits cannot be applied toward any future graduate degree requirements. Director approval required. Fees and prerequisites… Read More

Art of Spain: From El Greco to Picasso

Examine the art of Spain from the 16th to 20th centuries through visual analysis and a close reading of primary and secondary source material.

Fine Art Portraiture

Apply your individual style to a portfolio of portraits. You’ll concentrate on past and current fine art portraiture, and use both natural and studio lighting. (This course is cross-listed with PH 338.)

Dynamics: Pyro & Destruction

Create visually compelling dynamic effects using Houdini, with a focus on pyro, destruction, and hybrid FX workflows used in visual effects production. You will explore pre-fracturing workflows, rigid body simulation, smoke, fire, explosions, debris, and supporting particle effects, while also developing skills in lighting, shading, rendering, and pipeline considerations for… Read More

Dynamics: Pyro & Destruction

Create visually compelling dynamic effects using Houdini, with a focus on pyro, destruction, and hybrid FX workflows used in visual effects production. You will explore pre-fracturing workflows, rigid body simulation, smoke, fire, explosions, debris, and supporting particle effects, while also developing skills in lighting, shading, rendering, and pipeline considerations for… Read More

Planting Design

Plants create space, drama and visual interest in the landscape throughout the seasons. Learn how to select the right plant to achieve the desired effect. You’ll apply your drafting and rendering skills to present planting plans and planting details. (This course is cross-listed with LAN 240.)

Alexander Technique for Camera 2

Apply what you learned in ACT 620 to plays, screenplays, and television. You’ll use physical and vocal expression to craft dynamic characters and tell stories without being held back by bad habits.