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foundations
​from the ground up

The 1st year foundations studio experience of an Art & Design major is one of introductions to new ways of seeing, new methods and techniques of visual exploration and research, and one of finding people, like you, who are in love with the act and art of making. Students quickly recognize that art is about process and passion. Foundation studio courses are a testing ground for skill building, a window into truly seeing and experiencing the visual world around us and a challenge to invest into greater levels of conceptual and abstract thinking no matter your stylistic preferences. 

THE VSU DEPARTMENT OF ART & DESIGN foundations courses promote an understanding and application of the basic elements of design, creative and analytical thinking, and problem solving, all of which are essential to pursuing a program in the visual arts. By learning to make meaningful connections between art and design, students are able to formulate informed decisions regarding their educational experience in the department of art & design.


We welcome you to browse below and enjoy a selection of works from each of the foundations classes offered within the Department of Art & Design at Valdosta State University.
ART 2030 COMPUTERS IN ART         
​An introductory course to develop basic skills in computer applications for the visual arts including: design, page layout, word processing, illustration, web access, web design, historical and critical methods, and information management. 
McKenzie Simpson, 4D Exploration: Stop Motion Animated GIF, Computers in Art, Professor Davis-Walker
McKenzie Simpon, Recreation, Computers in Art, Professor Davis-Walker
Taylor McCormick, Self Protrait, Computers in Art, Professor Davis-Walker
Desmond Clyde, Stop Motion Animated GIF, Computers in Art, Professor Davis-Walker
Taylor Werlere, Create, Computers in Art, Professor Davis-Walker
ART 1010 DRAWING I       
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A study of the concepts of composition, figure-ground, line, value, contour, gesture, linear perspective, and atmospheric perspective from direct observation using a variety of media, drawing techniques, and rendering methods.
Taylor Gray, Value-Graphite, Drawing I, Professor Selena Nawrocki
Sierra Mast, Value Charcoal, Drawing I, Professor Selena Nawrocki
Sophia Roland, Value Light and Dark on Toned Paper, Drawing I, Professor Selena Nawrocki
Saige Monteiro, Value Self Portrait, Drawing I, Professor Selena Nawrocki
Mayu Sato, Value Study Pencil Sphere, Drawing I, Professor Clyde Edwards
Mayu Sato, Value Study Charcoal Sphere, Drawing I, Professor Clyde Edwards
Desmond Clyde, Value Study Charcoal, Drawing I, Professor Clyde Edwards
Emely Montes de Oca, Value Charcoal, Drawing I, Professor Selena Nawrocki
Desmond Clyde, Still Life, Drawing I, Professor Clyde Edwards
Mayu Sato, Still Life, Drawing I, Professor Clyde Edwards
Mayu Sato, Freehand One Point Perspective, Drawing I, Professor Clyde Edwards
Mayu Sato, One Point Interior Perspective, Drawing I, Professor Clyde Edwards
Desmond Clyde, One Point Interior Perspective, Drawing I, Professor Clyde Edwards
ART 1020 TWO DIMENSIONAL DESIGN           
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A two-dimensional foundation design course in which the formal elements of art, principles of design, and color theory are introduced.
Lara Henry, Dynamic Line, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Joseph Persichetti, Dynamic Line, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Abby Brock, Notan, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Lara Henry, Notan, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Jaliya Brantley, Notan, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Madison Prichard, Notan, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Mackenzie Percy, Notan, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Madison Prichard, Creative color wheel, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Alyssa Davis, Creative color wheel, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Alyssa Davis, Collage symbolic self-portrait, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Lara Henry, Collage symbolic self-portrait, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Alyssa Davis, Symbolic self-portrait collage, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Desmond Clyde, Symbolic self-portrait collage, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
Madison Prichard, Symbolic self-portrait collage, 2-D Design, Professor Julie Bowland
ART 1011 DRAWING II       Prerequisite: ART 1010.
A continuation of Drawing I. This course will include further development of drawing techniques and rendering methods. The relationship between perception and conception in form will be explored as it pertains to representation and abstraction. 

Amber Grant, Essence Still Life, Drawing II, Professor Craig Hawkins
Amber Grant, Analog PS, Drawing II, Professor Craig Hawkins
Bailey Bullard, Ugly Drawing, Drawing II, Professor Lauren Peterson
Amber Grant, Valuejet, Drawing II, Professor Craig Hawkins
Jasmine Merritt, Essence Still Life, Drawing II, Professor Craig Hawkins
Mimi Beckton, Proportion Drawing, Drawing II, Professor Lauren Peterson
Margaret Bingham, Essence Still Life, Drawing II, Professor Craig Hawkins
Javian Williams, Cross Contour Drawing, Drawing II, Professor Lauren Peterson
ART 1030 THREE DIMENSIONAL DESIGN 
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A three-dimensional foundation design course in which the formal elements of design are introduced along with the methods and safety procedures associated with the use of power equipment. All students must pass examination on power tool usage and safety before access to power tools and shop. 
Abby Brock, Wood, 3-D Design, Professor Mark Errol
Thuy Le, Wood, 3-D Design, Professor Mark Errol
McKenzie Percy, Wood, 3-D Design, Professor Mark Errol
Sarah Simms, Wood, 3-D Design, Professor Mark Errol
Bailey Bullard, Folded Paper Installation, 3-D Design, Professor Abigail Heuss
Sierra Mast, Non-Objective Wood Sculpture, 3-D Design, Professor Abigail Heuss
Lara Henry, Non-Objective Wood Sculpture, 3-D Design, Professor Abigail Heuss
Sam Worley, Non-Objective Wood Sculpture, 3-D Design, Professor Abigail Heuss
Layah Duckworth, Non-Objective Wood Sculpture, 3-D Design, Professor Abigail Heuss

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The Valdosta State University Dedo Maranville Fine Arts Gallery is committed to providing a teaching and learning environment serving a diverse student body and local audience. The Gallery fills a unique niche in the region as a venue for exhibitions showcasing student artwork as well as art from outside the region. Diverse exhibitions serve both the state and regional community by providing cultural enrichment and expanded educational opportunities to everyone. 

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  • Home
  • Current Exhibition
    • Valdosta National 2021
  • Past Exhibitions
    • 20/20 Vision Exhibition
    • Foundations From The Ground
    • Faculty
    • BFA in Interior Design SP 20
    • BFA & BA in Studio Art, SP 20
  • Contact