Web Site of the Department
Director: Mutlu Erbay
Professor: Fethiye Erbay*
Associate Professor: Mutlu Erbay
Assistant Professor: Nuri Ozer Erbay*
Instructors: Rıdvan Aydınlı, Asli Aydemir*, Nilgun Cakmak*, Sakine Cil, Dilek Demirci, Ayrin Ersoz*, Melike Gural*, Gonul Pacaci*, Dr. Emine Serdaroglu, Aydin Sofu*, Ayse Kutlu Sun*
*Part-time
The Department of Fine Arts tries to serve as a locus of course work for students who want to develop their interests in the plastic arts, whether in painting, basic and creative drawing or in ceramics, or in the various aspects of theater, from dramaturgy and studies of tragedy, to dance, ballet, and music. The Department was created with the belief that a good liberal arts education should provide the students with an opportunity to develop their intellectual capacities by pursuing interests of aesthetic quality outside of their regular academic disciplines, and to teach them skills to develop their theoretical interests in conjunction with the practice of artistic expression whether that be in the plastic arts or in drama, cinema, music or photography. The Department does not offer a degree on its own but offers regular courses in conjunction with the academic work of other departments.
The Department of Fine Arts offers two types of courses. The first type of courses, which exclusively consist of studio work in which students develop their expressive skills and interests, at the introductory, intermediate, and the advanced level, offer students course credit toward their degree but with a Pass/Non-Pass grade. The second type of courses, which include a substantial amount of theoretical work as well as practice either in studio, or in situ when it concerns art and architecture of historical content in the region, offer full course credit and a letter grade. The department anticipates to develop further strengths in drama and other performing arts, and in the visual arts inclusive of photography and film.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
PA 211-218 Painting (Resim) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
Basic art education, classical design, water-color, oil painting, collage and various techniques, perspective in painting, comparison of contemporary and classical art, the effect of visual arts on social life. Turkish art and artists from the Ottoman Empire onwards.
PA 221-222 Ceramics (Seramik) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
The aim of this course is to discover the creative ability of the students providing technical knowledge about the limits and possibilities of materials used. It also provides a comprehensive and different kinds of ceramics experience.
PA 225-226 Sculpture (Heykel) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
This introductory course is concerned with the combination of development of technical/materials, hands on knowledge, and conceptual growth. The course extends into the practice of making one's ideas visible within discipline of sculpture.
PA 232-233 Applied Ballet and Ballet in the World on Video (Bale) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
The relationship among plastic arts. The place of ballet in aesthetic arts. Techniques of classical and modern ballet. Various trends in the history of ballet. The introduction and practice of character and folk dances known throughout the world.
PA 235-236 Applied Ballet and Ballet in Turkey on Video (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
(Turkiye'de Bale)
The student, who has taken PA 211 and PA 212 and mastered the basic techniques of movement, shall have the opportunity to further develop those techniques and enlarge his/her choreographic repertory. In this lesson, particular emphasis shall be given to modern ballet and character dances, as well as improvisation techniques.
Those who have taken PA 211 and 212 and reviewed various ballet performances on video, shall have the chance of studying the history of Turkish ballet in depth. The course is video-based but aims at exposing the student to live performances as well. Well-known choreographers and dancers shall be invited to lecture, and a term-paper shall be expected from each student.
PA 241-244 Applied Arts (Uygulamali Güzel Sanatlar) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
This course is aimed to develop student's artistic creativity. Use of a variety of materials to explore fundamental design concept. Introduction to the use of hand tools and own hands easily. Various artistic techniques and experiences including marbled paper, textile, glass, wood design, metal design and press as well as attending art exhibits in studio.
PA 250 Perspective Application (Perspektif Uygulamalari) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
Fundamentals and practice of basic perspective techniques. Study of drawing instruments and their use, lettering, geometrical construction, orthographic (isometric, oblique) projections. Teaching how to read orthographic or vice versa; the principles the information with a pictorial view of the object or vice versa, the principles of perspective and study of applications. The comparison of perspective, composition and perspective building.
PA 270 Alternative Photography (Alternatif Fotografcilik) (1+1+2) 2 ECTS 4
Exploration of various alternative methods of making photographic images, both conventional as well as those using new technologies, including programs, Polaroid manipulations, pinhole cameras, mural printing, photo-based installations, hand-coloring, mixed media, digital extensions and others. Emphasis on theoretical implications pertaining to these techniques.
PA 311-318 Painting (Resim) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
This course is planned to develop student's artistic creativity (of high talented student). The aim is to understand the problems of plastic arts and settings in art as a concept. Also it aims to practice on large areas with different techniques such as oil paint or acrylic, quaj, water color, collage.
PA 321-322 Ceramics (Seramik) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
Both PA 211 and 212 are prerequisite courses for this course. Besides, the approval of the instructor is also required. The students who had some experience from PA 211 and PA 212, can prefer either functional point of view or plastic point of view due to their tendencies and produce original works.
PA 325-326 Sculpture (Heykel) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
This introductory course encourages students to mesh the generation of concept with necessary technical-materials knowledge. It grounds the craft of sculpture in to practice using tools, materials, devices, fastenings, adhesives and sculptural processes in introduced in sculpture.
PA 338 Applied Ballet (Uygulamali Bale) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
The aim is to discover the creative ability of students. Particular emphasis will be given to modern ballet and character dances , as well as improvisation techniques.
PA 341-344 Applied Arts (Uygulamali Guzel Sanatlar) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
This course is aimed to develop student's artistic creativity. Use of a variety of materials to explore fundamental design concept. Introduction to the use of hand tools and own hand easily. Various artistic techniques and experiences including marbled, textile, design plastic, metal design and press as well as attending art exhibits in studio.
PA 350 Perspective Analysis (Perspektif Analizi) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
Practice on large areas with different techniques of perspective analysis. Introduction to technical drawing materials, drawing plans sections and elevation on various scales. Detailed study of principles of perspective in three-dimensions.
PA 351 Western Musical Practicum I (Bati Müzigi Calismalari I) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
Theory and practice of one or several musical instruments: piano, violin, flute, etc.; vocal traning in Western Music.
PA 352 Western Musical Practicum II (Bati Müzigi Calismalari II) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
Advanced theory and practice of one or several musical instruments: piano, violin, flute, etc.; vocal traning in Western Music.
PA 355 Ottoman Musical Practicum I (1+0+3 2 ECTS 4
(Osmanli Muzigi Calismalari I)
Theory and practice of traditional and historical instruments in Ottoman Music and vocal training.
PA 356 Ottoman Musical Practicum II (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
(Osmanli Muzigi Calismalari II)
Advanced theory and practice of traditional and historical instruments in Ottoman Music and vocal training.
PA 370 Basic Photography (Temel Fotografcilik) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
Introduction to adjustable camera terminology, accessories and their functions. Looking consciously for a message. Adjusting the instrument to get the required result. Practice on large areas with different techniques such as dark room practice in black and white photography.
PA 380 Keyboard Literature (Klavyeli Calgilar Edebiyati) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
Survey of literature written for keyboard instruments from the 16th century to the present, involving listening and analysis.
PA 411-418 Painting (Resim) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
This course is planned to develop student's artistic creativity (of high talented student). The aim is to understand the problems of plastic arts and settings in art as a concept. Also it aims to practice on large areas with different techniques such as oil paint or acrylic.
PA 425-426 Sculpture (Heykel) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
This introductory course encourages students to mesh the generation of concept with necessary technical-materials knowledge. It grounds the craft of sculpture into practice using tools, materials, devices, fastenings, adhesives and sculptural processes in introduced in sculpture.
PA 441-444 Applied Arts (Uygulamali Güzel Sanatlar) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
This course aim to developing student's artistic creativity with the use of a variety of materials and techniques. Students may practice traditional Turkish Arts and Contemporary Arts in studio.
PA 451 Tonal Harmony I (Tonal Armoni I) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
Detailed study and analysis of the harmonic principles of Western Classical Music, study of intervals, major and minor scales, basic chord structures and functional harmony.
PA 452 Tonal Harmony II (Tonal Armoni II) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
Brief review of harmonic principles of Western Classical Music, and application to detailed score and form analysis from Baroque to modern era. Study of typical form structures.
PA 488 Modern Dance (Modern Dans) (1+0+3) 2 ECTS 4
Use of modern dance forms to create an awareness of body coordination and an understanding of time, space and energy elements in the movement. Warm-up movements, dance combinations and body conditioning exercises.
All above courses are for 2 credits and Pass/Fail
PA 363 Applied Arts: Director's Studio (1+0+4) 3 ECTS 6
(Uygulamali Guzel Sanatlar: Yonetmenin Studyosu)
The aim of the course is to provide students with an insight into methods of production on the stage. The course will comprise of theoretical and practical work on a piece of drama. A dramaturgical discussion and analysis of the text will be followed by the formulation of a directorial concept. The next phase of studio work will be concecrated to the preparation of a prompt book. Each student will then be asked to direct one scene of the already discussed full length play. The final stage of work will concentrate on putting together the scenes within a harmonious framework of tempo, rhythm and tone in order to ensure a production ready for performance.
PA 364 Applied Arts: Production Studio (1+0+4) 3 ECTS 6
(Uygulamali Sanatlar: Uretim Studyosu)
An advanced course to provide students with an insight into methods of production on the stage. Theoretical and practical work on a piece of drama. A dramaturgical discussion and analysis of the text followed by the formulation of a directorial concept. Direction of one or several scenes of a full length play putting together the scenes within a harmonious framework of tempo, rhythm and tone.
PA 367 Performing Arts Studio (Gosteri Sanatlari Studyosu) (1+0+4) 3 ECTS 6
Introduction to the theatrical and musical forms of the twentieth century.
PA 372 Media Praxis in the Performing Arts (1+0+4) 3 ECTS 6
(Gosteri Sanatlarinda Medya Uygulamalari)
Exploring the technical, historical and aesthetic uses of visual media (film, video, computer imaging and photography) in performance in the context or a studio.
PA 373 Photographic Studio and Multiple Imaging (1+0+4) 3 ECTS 6
(Fotograf Studyosu)
Photography and other forms of visual expression in theory and studio practice. The visual mode and technique in reflectif human experience. Interaction between alternative modes of visual representation.
PA 374 Theory and Techniques of Photography (1+0+4) 3 ECTS 6
(Fotografin Teknigi ve Teorisi)
Theory and techniques of photography in the context of studio proctise and theoretical discussion. Photography in its past and contemprorary visuality. Technical constraints, alternative departures. Technique and theory and their interactivity.
PA 465 Performance Lab I (Gosteri Laboratuari I) (1+0+4) 3 ECTS 6
A class governed by a holistic approach to performance intended to introduce the student to various aspects of performance employing movement, text and music. Covering design, rehearsal and performance within a cross-disciplinary context the course will ultimately produce a cabaret style performance developed out of the collaborative process.
PA 466 Performance Lab II (Gosteri Laboratuari II) (1+0+4) 3 ECTS 6
An advanced course on various aspects of performance employing movement, text and music. Covering design, rehearsal and performance within a cross-disciplinary context the course will ultimately produce a cabaret style performance developed out of the collaborative process.
All above courses are for 3 credits and Pass/Fail
PA 393 Art and Architecture of Historical Capitals (1+0+4) 3 ECTS 6
(Tarihi Baskentlerde Sanat ve Mimari)
The Byzantine Monuments of Istanbul: A study of the monuments of Istanbul dating from the Byzantine period, 1330-1453, beginning with the great cathedral of Haghia Sophia and culminating with the church of St.Saviour in Chora (Kariye Cami), particularly its incomparable frescoes and mosaics. The art and architecture of these monument will be studied in tours of the buildings themselves and also in classroom lectures at the university. A letter grade will be given.
PA 395 Art and Architecture of Historical Capitals (1+0+4) 3 ECTS 6
(Tarihi Baskentlerde Sanat ve Mimari)
The Ottoman Monuments: A study of the monuments of Istanbul dating from the Ottoman period, 1453-1923, beginning with the great Topkapi Palace and the mosque complex of the Süleymaniye, but also including the fountains of the city and its buildings, as well as edifices of the late Ottoman era. The art and architecture of these monuments will be studied in tours of the buildings themselves, including day trips to Bursa and Edirne, and also in classroom lectures at the university. A letter grade will be given.
PA 396 Art and Architecture of Ancient Anatolia (1+0+4) 3 ECTS 6
(Eski Anadolu Sanat ve Mimarisi)
This is an introductory course to the various aspects of the history of artistic an architectural forms in ancient civilizations of Anatolia, the emphases will be on their socio-historical context shaped by their cultural and topological unity. Artistic and architectural forms will be taken as guides to a history of creativity appreciated in terms of the geographical an cultural diversity within the unity of the ancient world of Anatolia that set the background to its future history.
The course will consist of class-room work of lectures, slides, discussion sessions, and when necessary on site research and lab. The course is recommended for third year students for credit. A letter grade will be given.
All above courses are for 3 credits, and for letter grade
