ARTZ 494 Professional Practices / Syllabi
Fall 2024
PROFESSOR: James Bailey
CONTACT: [email protected]
OFFICE HOURS: 12:00-1:00 pm on Mondays or by appointment. FA 402 (enter through the print studio).
CLASS TIMES: T/TH 11:00-12:20 pm
MOODLE: A Link to Printana Remote will be provided to you on Canvas. Put this link on your home screen. The class schedule, handouts,
deadlines and project information for the course will be available on that site.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Introduction to professional practices and standards in the visual arts, including portfolio development, presentation, exhibition opportunities and resources, approaching galleries, developing a web presence, grant writing and artist residencies. Additional topics will cover transition and progression from graduate study into the workforce.
RECOMMENEDED COURSE TEXT BOOK:
Art/Work- Everything You Need to Know (and Do) As You Pursue Your Art Career. by Heather Darcy Bhandari & Jonathan Melber. Link to Amazon page.
COURSE GOALS
PROFESSIONALISM & DEADLINES
Part of this course is to instill in all of you the realization of the role and importance that deadlines and following directions will have on your future careers as artists. Therefore, writing assignments and projects not meeting stated formats and guidelines will simply not be accepted. Late work will be docked and in some cases not accepted. Emailed assignments will not be accepted, hardcopy only unless otherwise stated. All assignments and their deadlines will be posted on Printing Remote.
PowerPoints & lectures presented in class and will NOT be posted online. You are expected to take notes in class and if you miss a class confer with one of your peers to get the information you missed.
GUIDELINES FOR WRITING ASSIGNMENTS:
All writing assignments handed in MUST be TYPED and submitted as HARDCOPY (unless otherwise requested). You may use the laser printer in the Print studio (FA 403) to print out your assignments. They must include your full name and document title TYPED at the top: for example Kiki Smith / Artist Statement and be handed in ON TIME.
Assignments handed in on time correctly will be reviewed and given feedback. I will NOT accept work that doesn't conform to the requirements of each assignment and will not accept any documents that don't include your name, title of the document or documents that contain hand written information on them. Assignments that don't follow the guidelines or are handed in after the deadline will be considered late. All late work will receive an automatic C; and will not be provided feedback/corrections.
SVMA LEARNING GOALS
COURSE STRUCTURE & REQUIREMENTS
Class time will be used for lectures, discussions and individual work time on projects, individual mentoring and consultations, critiques of work, and discussions of readings.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance at all classes is mandatory and will be taken daily, to also help with contact tracing. Attendance is worth 140 points total (5 points per day) After three absences, you will lose 5 points per absence. Come to class ready to work, presentations and demonstrations missed will not be repeated for the absent student. If you are absent from class, it is YOUR responsibility to get any missed information from another student, and you will be required to meet any deadlines set. Showing up late or leaving early from class will also affect your grade in a negative manner.
GRADING POLICY & DEADLINES
Grades will be determined through artist presentations, attendance, art event attendance/write-ups, participation in discussions and readings. It is always appropriate to approach me with questions or concerns about your grade or progress in class.
• Adherence to project guidelines
• Skill acquisition and application, note taking
• Use of class time and personal initiative
• Participation in discussion
* Assignments that don't follow the guidelines or are handed in after the deadline will be considered late. All late work will be lowered one full grade per class period it is late; and will not be provided feedback/corrections.
The course grade awarded at the end of the term will reflect the student’s overall attendance and performance both in and out of class. It is your responsibility to consult with the instructor throughout the term to ensure that your progress is satisfactory. It is the student's responsibility to complete the course work within the semester the class is offered. Not finishing the required work within the allotted time frame does not entitle a student to an incomplete. Incompletes will only be given in cases of extreme emergency.
FINE ARTS BUILDING GUIDELINES (see: Printana Remote site for more specifics on access & swipe card)
• Fine Arts Building Hours are for currently enrolled students only; art studio use requires being
currently registered in a specific studio course as course fees facilitate specific supplies. If not
currently enrolled, students will be asked to leave.
• Hours: 7 A.M. – 11 P.M., Monday – Sunday
• Please do not work alone after hours – you are encouraged to work with a friend or classmate.
• No creatures or children not enrolled in courses allowed in studios during class time nor open studio times – they will be asked to leave.
• Pick up all artwork by the scheduled exam day or the last class period or artwork will be discarded.
ACCESS/SPECIAL NEEDS
Students with disabilities may request reasonable modifications by contacting me. The University of Montana assures equal access to instruction through collaboration between students with disabilities, instructors, and Disability Services for Students (DSS). “Reasonable” means the University permits no fundamental alterations of academic standards or retroactive modifications. For more information, please consult http://www.umt.edu/disability. Students must be officially registered with UM Disability Services and notify me at the beginning of the semester if you are seeking some type of accommodation.
ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT AND THE STUDENT CONDUCT CODE
All students must practice academic honesty. Academic misconduct is subject to an academic penalty by the course instructor and/or disciplinary sanction by the University. All students need to be familiar with the Student Conduct Code. The Code is available for review online at www.umt.edu/SA/VPSA/Index.cfm/page/1321.Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) must be read prior to using hazardous materials.
SCHOOL OF ART RESPONSIBILITIES
The School of Art is not responsible for lost or stolen materials or artworks. Unlocked drawers in the print shop, are used at the sole discretion of the student, and no guarantee of safety of materials is made by the print faculty or the School, metal lockers used by the student can be locked with lock provided by student.
INCLUSION POLICIES
The University of Montana values leadership, engagement, diversity, and sustainability, because our institution is committed to respect, welcome, encourage, and celebrate the differences among us. As members of the University of Montana community, we aspire to:
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
Es mistéʔes qe es lʔ, ci łu l ,T,atʔ̓ ayaqn u Qlispélixʷ sqlixʷúʔulexʷs t Nłʔaycčstm Kʷtis Snacx̓ ̣łqe̓ ym̓ ín. Qe es putʔem łu Sqélixʷ m̓ im̓ éʔeye̓ ms x̣ʷl ,olqʷštulexʷ łu x̣ʷl ,qł sqlqelixʷ.
(The University of Montana acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We honor the path they have always shown us in caring for this place for the generations to come.)
CONTACT: [email protected]
OFFICE HOURS: 12:00-1:00 pm on Mondays or by appointment. FA 402 (enter through the print studio).
CLASS TIMES: T/TH 11:00-12:20 pm
MOODLE: A Link to Printana Remote will be provided to you on Canvas. Put this link on your home screen. The class schedule, handouts,
deadlines and project information for the course will be available on that site.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Introduction to professional practices and standards in the visual arts, including portfolio development, presentation, exhibition opportunities and resources, approaching galleries, developing a web presence, grant writing and artist residencies. Additional topics will cover transition and progression from graduate study into the workforce.
RECOMMENEDED COURSE TEXT BOOK:
Art/Work- Everything You Need to Know (and Do) As You Pursue Your Art Career. by Heather Darcy Bhandari & Jonathan Melber. Link to Amazon page.
COURSE GOALS
- Professional development for visual artists.
- Writing artist statements, biographical statements, resumes, cover letters etc.
- Learn how to develop a professional packet for applying for exhibitions, galleries, museums, grants, graduate school etc.
- Professional Portfolio development.
- Photographing artwork, presentation, shipping.
- Develop public speaking skills.
PROFESSIONALISM & DEADLINES
Part of this course is to instill in all of you the realization of the role and importance that deadlines and following directions will have on your future careers as artists. Therefore, writing assignments and projects not meeting stated formats and guidelines will simply not be accepted. Late work will be docked and in some cases not accepted. Emailed assignments will not be accepted, hardcopy only unless otherwise stated. All assignments and their deadlines will be posted on Printing Remote.
PowerPoints & lectures presented in class and will NOT be posted online. You are expected to take notes in class and if you miss a class confer with one of your peers to get the information you missed.
GUIDELINES FOR WRITING ASSIGNMENTS:
All writing assignments handed in MUST be TYPED and submitted as HARDCOPY (unless otherwise requested). You may use the laser printer in the Print studio (FA 403) to print out your assignments. They must include your full name and document title TYPED at the top: for example Kiki Smith / Artist Statement and be handed in ON TIME.
Assignments handed in on time correctly will be reviewed and given feedback. I will NOT accept work that doesn't conform to the requirements of each assignment and will not accept any documents that don't include your name, title of the document or documents that contain hand written information on them. Assignments that don't follow the guidelines or are handed in after the deadline will be considered late. All late work will receive an automatic C; and will not be provided feedback/corrections.
SVMA LEARNING GOALS
- Creative Thinking / Knowledge and competence in creative problem-solving as it relates to meaningful visual, audio and narrative communication.
- Critical Thinking / Knowledge and competence in the ability to analyze creative content from the past and present, and articulate the cultural and social impacts.
- Advanced Writing Skills / Synthesize material from multiple sources and disciplines, and organize into discursive and/or narrative formats.
- Technical Skills / Knowledge and competence in technical skills and basic processes in a variety of media, appropriate for chosen field of study.
- Creative Literacy/Language/Informed Aesthetic / Demonstrate knowledge of audio, visual and/or narrative language in both creation and analysis of creative work, which include stylistic, comparative, historical and formal analysis.
- Professional Application / Demonstrate the ability to apply artistic and technical skill sets in a professional environment. Demonstrate skills necessary to organize, manage and promote a professional identity.
- Research and Methodology Skills / Make connections and comparisons among creative works within their cultural and historical contexts. Engage in original research and employ current theoretical approaches. Demonstrate research skills by utilizing printed and electronic resources found in libraries, museums, and galleries.
COURSE STRUCTURE & REQUIREMENTS
Class time will be used for lectures, discussions and individual work time on projects, individual mentoring and consultations, critiques of work, and discussions of readings.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance at all classes is mandatory and will be taken daily, to also help with contact tracing. Attendance is worth 140 points total (5 points per day) After three absences, you will lose 5 points per absence. Come to class ready to work, presentations and demonstrations missed will not be repeated for the absent student. If you are absent from class, it is YOUR responsibility to get any missed information from another student, and you will be required to meet any deadlines set. Showing up late or leaving early from class will also affect your grade in a negative manner.
GRADING POLICY & DEADLINES
Grades will be determined through artist presentations, attendance, art event attendance/write-ups, participation in discussions and readings. It is always appropriate to approach me with questions or concerns about your grade or progress in class.
• Adherence to project guidelines
• Skill acquisition and application, note taking
• Use of class time and personal initiative
• Participation in discussion
* Assignments that don't follow the guidelines or are handed in after the deadline will be considered late. All late work will be lowered one full grade per class period it is late; and will not be provided feedback/corrections.
The course grade awarded at the end of the term will reflect the student’s overall attendance and performance both in and out of class. It is your responsibility to consult with the instructor throughout the term to ensure that your progress is satisfactory. It is the student's responsibility to complete the course work within the semester the class is offered. Not finishing the required work within the allotted time frame does not entitle a student to an incomplete. Incompletes will only be given in cases of extreme emergency.
FINE ARTS BUILDING GUIDELINES (see: Printana Remote site for more specifics on access & swipe card)
• Fine Arts Building Hours are for currently enrolled students only; art studio use requires being
currently registered in a specific studio course as course fees facilitate specific supplies. If not
currently enrolled, students will be asked to leave.
• Hours: 7 A.M. – 11 P.M., Monday – Sunday
• Please do not work alone after hours – you are encouraged to work with a friend or classmate.
• No creatures or children not enrolled in courses allowed in studios during class time nor open studio times – they will be asked to leave.
• Pick up all artwork by the scheduled exam day or the last class period or artwork will be discarded.
ACCESS/SPECIAL NEEDS
Students with disabilities may request reasonable modifications by contacting me. The University of Montana assures equal access to instruction through collaboration between students with disabilities, instructors, and Disability Services for Students (DSS). “Reasonable” means the University permits no fundamental alterations of academic standards or retroactive modifications. For more information, please consult http://www.umt.edu/disability. Students must be officially registered with UM Disability Services and notify me at the beginning of the semester if you are seeking some type of accommodation.
ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT AND THE STUDENT CONDUCT CODE
All students must practice academic honesty. Academic misconduct is subject to an academic penalty by the course instructor and/or disciplinary sanction by the University. All students need to be familiar with the Student Conduct Code. The Code is available for review online at www.umt.edu/SA/VPSA/Index.cfm/page/1321.Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) must be read prior to using hazardous materials.
SCHOOL OF ART RESPONSIBILITIES
The School of Art is not responsible for lost or stolen materials or artworks. Unlocked drawers in the print shop, are used at the sole discretion of the student, and no guarantee of safety of materials is made by the print faculty or the School, metal lockers used by the student can be locked with lock provided by student.
INCLUSION POLICIES
The University of Montana values leadership, engagement, diversity, and sustainability, because our institution is committed to respect, welcome, encourage, and celebrate the differences among us. As members of the University of Montana community, we aspire to:
- Respect the dignity and rights of all persons.
- Practice honesty, trustworthiness, and academic integrity.
- Promote justice, learning, individual success, and service.
- Act as good stewards of institutional resources.
- Respect the natural environment.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
Es mistéʔes qe es lʔ, ci łu l ,T,atʔ̓ ayaqn u Qlispélixʷ sqlixʷúʔulexʷs t Nłʔaycčstm Kʷtis Snacx̓ ̣łqe̓ ym̓ ín. Qe es putʔem łu Sqélixʷ m̓ im̓ éʔeye̓ ms x̣ʷl ,olqʷštulexʷ łu x̣ʷl ,qł sqlqelixʷ.
(The University of Montana acknowledges that we are in the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. We honor the path they have always shown us in caring for this place for the generations to come.)