Art and Design
28 courses · Victor Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
ART 103 The Art of American Cinema
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This class traces the development of cinema in America from silent to contemporary films. The course will address the evolution of moving images as an expression of art and meaning.
ART 104 Film As an Art Form
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Film as a form of art and its construction as a communicative expression of global culture, politics, literature and gender will be studied. Important films will be viewed that address these topics.
ART 105 Introduction to Art
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTH 100
This course is a general introduction to the visual arts, its nature, vocabulary, media, and history. The course examines the historical and contemporary value of art to both the individual and society. Consideration will also be given to a study of the organization and component parts of visual art and the various media used in the making of art. C-ID ARTH 100.
ART 106 Art Concepts
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This lecture course will introduce students to the creation, theory and history of art. The course will also investigate the impact art has upon our contemporary society.
ART 107 Art & Life of Greece
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course covers ancient Greek art from c 1100 BCE to the 1st Century. Important Greek works of art will be studied that address the historical and cultural context.
ART 108 Art and Life of Italy
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This is an illustrated lecture course focusing on the arts of Ancient Rome and the influence Rome had upon the development of the Western culture. This course begins with the role of the Etruscans in the development of the early arts of the Roman Empire and the changes caused by the influence of Christianity.
ART 109 Survey of African American Art
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course will survey the arts of the African peoples in diaspora from traditional African arts to contemporary times. Focus will be on identification of artists, art styles within their historical, cultural, political framework, influences and exploration of aesthetic preferences.
ART 112 Design I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to the concepts, applications, and historical references related to two-dimensional art and composition, including the study of the basic principles and elements of line, shape, texture, value, color and spatial illusion.
ART 113 Design II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 125
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTS 101
A continuation of ART 112 utilizing the same principles of design expanded to three-dimensions. C-ID ARTS 101.
ART 114 Color Theory
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTS 270
Students will study color theory and its use in the creation of art. C-ID ARTS 270.
ART 115 Water-Based Media
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART-125
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This is an introductory course in water-based media with an emphasis in foundational painting techniques including color theory, visual perception, compostition and creative skills.
ART 120 Acrylic Painting I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 112, ART 113, or ART 125
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is an introduction to acrylic painting with an emphasis on color mixing, modeling, composition, likeness, and application of general design principles.
ART 121 Acrylic Painting II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 120
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This is an intermediate course which continues the study of acrylic painting in theory and practice. Recommended preparation: ART 120. , UC
ART 122 Beginning Figure Drawing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 125 or ART 126
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTS 200
An introductory figure drawing course that explores the study of the human figure from a model. Composition and structural aspects of gesture, line, and volume on a beginning level are investigated through study of the human figure. Study will utilize basic art media and foundational drawing concepts. Recommended Preparation: ART 125 or ART 126. C-ID ARTS 200.
ART 123 Intermediate Figure Drawing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 125, ART 126, or ART 122
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ARTS 205
An intermediate figure drawing course that builds upon the further exploration of life drawing skills. The course will emphasize an accurate analysis of anatomy, essential structure, and the continued use of drawing materials. Recommended preparation: ART 122 or ART 125 or ART 126. C-ID ARTS 205. .
ART 124 Advanced Figure Drawing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 122, ART 123, ART 125, or ART 126
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course provides advanced instruction in drawing the human figure, focusing on anatomical studies. Recommended preparation: ART 122 or ART 123 or ART 125 or ART 126. .
ART 125 Drawing I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 112
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course introduces the basic principles and techniques of drawing. Students will develop observational skills and creative thinking as it relates to beginning drawing. , UC
ART 126 Intermediate Drawing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 125
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is a review of essential concepts of drawing and the development of intermediate-level drawing skills. The focus of instruction will be on the development of an individual thematic approach to drawing and study of complex subject matter, advanced compositional concerns, and a variety of drawing media. ART 125. .
ART 128 Special Topics Art
- Units
- 1-5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
These courses are designed to permit investigation in depth of topics not covered by regular catalog offerings. Course content, hours, and unit credit to be determined by the instructor in relation to community/students interest and/or available staff. May be offered as a seminar, lecture, or laboratory class. Individual course descriptions approved by the Curriculum Committee are on file in Office of Instruction.
ART 129 Independent Study
- Units
- 1-5
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
These courses are designed to permit investigation in depth of topics not covered by regular catalog offerings. Course content, hours, and unit credit to be determined by the instructor in relation to community/students interest and/or available staff. May be offered as a seminar, lecture, or laboratory class. Individual course descriptions approved by the Curriculum Committee are on file in Office of Instruction. .
ART 140 Introduction to Video Art
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course covers the fundamental elements of creating and editing video using computer technology. Students will be taught how to use computer software to create dynamic visual content as it relates to artistic expression.
ART 141 Sculpture I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 101, ART 102, ART 105, or ART 106
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is an introduction to the principles, theories and techniques employed in the creation of sculpture. , UC
ART 143 Sculpture 2
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course will present skill sets which enable students to express themselves further in three dimensional forms. Materials may include paper, wire, water and oil based clay. The historical and contemporary contexts of three dimensional art will also be covered. .
ART 150 Oil Painting I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 125
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of oil painting. , UC
ART 151 Intermediate Oil Painting
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This is an intermediate course in oil painting. The student will be encouraged to expand on their existing technical vocabulary and further their knowledge of the historical and contemporary media and materials available to this discipline. Readings from contemporary and historical artists will be assigned as necessary.
ART 170 Fiber Arts 1
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to basic materials, methods and vocabulary used in fiber and textile media and the development of visual ideas that reflect aesthetic decision-making outcomes. Students will be exposed to the historical importance of how fibers reflect political, religious and cultural identities. .
ART 180 Ceramics I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 141
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This is an introductory study in the field of ceramics. Students learn various forming techniques, such as wheel throwing, and the production of functional pottery forms. Recommended Prep. ART 141. .
ART 181 Ceramics II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- ART 113
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This is an intermediate-level course that pursues the ceramic process ranging from sculpture to pottery. A continued study of techniques such as decorating, glazing procedures, intermediate hand building and wheel throwing will be included in the investigation of self-expression. Recommended Prep: Art 180 Ceramics I, Art 141 Sculpture I, Art 113 Design II. .