COURSE CURRICULUM

The Fine Arts curriculum at Auburn University at Montgomery in Montgomery offers a diverse selection of courses that support the study of art history, music, and visual arts. These courses are designed to provide students with both theoretical knowledge and practical artistic skills, helping them develop a broad understanding of artistic traditions, creative techniques, and cultural expression. The art history courses introduce students to major artistic periods and movements from ancient to modern times. Students explore subjects such as Art History I and II, Medieval Art, Egyptian Art, Classical Art, and the Italian Renaissance, which provide insight into the development of artistic styles and cultural influences throughout history. Additional courses examine later artistic periods and themes, including Baroque and Rococo Art, Nineteenth-Century Art, American Art, Modern Art to 1945, and Art Since 1945. Specialized topics such as Women and the Arts, Southern Art, and The Artist in Film and Fiction allow students to analyze art from social, cultural, and interdisciplinary perspectives.Music courses complement the visual arts curriculum by introducing students to musical theory, appreciation, and performance. Courses such as Fundamentals of Music and Music Appreciation help students understand musical structure, history, and listening techniques. Other offerings, including Music in World Cultures and Music Today, explore global musical traditions and contemporary developments in music. Performance-based opportunities such as University Chorus, Band, and University Singers enable students to participate in musical ensembles and gain practical performance experience. Additional courses, including special topics, honors readings, and a senior thesis option, allow advanced students to conduct deeper academic research and creative exploration.The visual arts studio courses focus on developing practical artistic skills and creative expression. Students begin with foundational courses such as Introduction to Visual Arts, Two-Dimensional Design, Beginning Drawing, and Three-Dimensional Design, which build essential skills in composition, form, and visual communication. As students progress, they can explore more specialized studio practices, including Intermediate Drawing, Watercolor, Beginning Painting, and Beginning Sculpture. Courses such as Digital Foundations and Introduction to World Architecture introduce students to digital media and architectural concepts, expanding their understanding of modern artistic practices. Together, these courses provide a comprehensive fine arts education that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and an appreciation of artistic expression across multiple disciplines.