Dear Jordan,

Thank you for expressing interest in our Creative Arts program at the Siena College. I'm here to provide detailed information as per your queries.

Our program is flexible regarding start dates, but we recommend aligning with our academic semesters for a smoother experience. Our semester start dates are:

• Fall Semester: 5 September 2024
• Winter Semester: 7 January 2025
• Spring Semester: 11 April 2025

Please indicate your preferred starting semester. Additional details about our academic calendar can be found on our website.

Our art program offers a diverse range of courses, focusing on both traditional and modern artistic techniques. Your enthusiasm for contemporary art techniques is particularly exciting. Here are the courses that might interest you:

• Modern Digital Art and Its Cultural Impact.
• Interactive Media Art and Virtual Reality.
• Sculpture Techniques: From Clay to Digital Models.

One of the courses that might interest you is "Chemical Reactions in Art", where we will explore molecules like Glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆) and their role in conservation techniques.

We'd appreciate more details on your specific interests within these areas, including any particular projects or research themes you're considering.

It's great to hear about your interest in the historical influences on modern art. Here are some of my favorite movements and their impact:

• Impressionism
  Characterized by small, thin brush strokes and emphasis on accurate depiction of light. It has profoundly influenced the approach to outdoor painting.
• Abstract Expressionism
  This movement has led to the exploration of non-representational forms and had a significant impact on contemporary art's freedom of expression.
• Pop Art
  A pivotal movement that blurred the boundaries between 'high' art and popular culture, leading to innovative use of imagery from mass culture.

For more on this topic, you might find my art history research page useful.