4.3

Stanley Kaminski

Fine Arts - Houston Community College (all campuses)

4.3
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
59%
Would Retake
124
Reviews
4.3
Quality
2.3
Difficulty
4.3
Helpful
4.3
Clarity

59%

Would Retake

124

Reviews

Rating Distribution
Official

5

89

4

12

3

5

2

7

1

11

What Students Say

He needs to understand that not everybody is majoring in Arts

ART1304 - 1.0 rating

This literally tells you how easy this class is

ARTS1301 - 5.0 rating
Class Info

Online Classes

100%

Attendance Mandatory

78%

Textbook Required

20%

Grade Predictor

Your expected effort level

LowHigh

Predicted Grade

A-

95% confidence
Based on 47 grades
Most common grades:
A (21)
A+ (16)
B (6)
Grade Distribution
A(37)B(7)C(0)D(0)F(0)A-/B+(3)
Based on 54 reported grades
A: 21
A+: 16
B: 6
Not sure yet: 6
Common Tags
EXTRA CREDIT (14)
Gives good feedback (12)
Tough grader (12)
Lots of homework (9)
Caring (8)
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES (7)
Participation matters (7)
Clear grading criteria (6)
Rating Trend

Declining

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Ratings by Course

FINEARTS

5.0

(1)

ARTAPPRECIATIO

5.0

(1)

ARTHISTORYII

5.0

(2)

PRINTMAKING

5.0

(1)

ARTAPPREC

5.0

(3)
+22 more courses
Difficulty by Course

ART1234

5.0

ART1304

4.5

ART101

3.5

ARTS1316

3.3

ARTAPPRECIATIO

3.0

Reviews (124)
5.0
2.0
ARTS1301
Apr 14, 2003

Stan is the coolest professor I've ever had. He makes the work fun and you'll always want to come to class! Take him for your fine arts elective- he's really fun!

5.0
2.0
ARTA1301
Aug 12, 2003

A very good teacher, makes class lectures really interesting.

5.0
2.0
FINEARTS
Jul 27, 2004

he is really cool guy...excellent relationship with the students...he is like one of us...makes really fun all the boring subjects...makes it interesting...you do not need to study very hard...but a few hours...he can be a good friend of you...

5.0
1.0
ARTA1301
Grade: A+
Jan 1, 2005

The most interesting and fun course I have ever taken. Hands down the best instructor out there.

5.0
3.0
ARTAPPRECIATIO
Grade: B+
Jan 26, 2005

he is very funny and it is hard to fail his class if you do everything you are supposed to. i really like his teaching style.

5.0
2.0
ARTHISTORYII
Feb 18, 2005

Excellent.

5.0
2.0
1301
Mar 2, 2005

If you fail his class.... you're probably really dumb or either you want an A without doing anything!!! This guy is just tooo--- nice, funny, and cool. He gives all sorts of work, but it is a piece of CAKE!!!

5.0
3.0
PRINTMAKING
Apr 19, 2005

He's an excellent teacher I've ever met before!!

5.0
1.0
ARTS1301
Jul 6, 2005

he is a really excellent teacher I've never had,if you fail his class,you must be so dump.

5.0
3.0
ARTAPPREC
Jul 13, 2005

He made art fun! He taught us all to look at art differently. When I went to the Museum, I understood the terms and was so excited to see the actual paintings that were in our book. You can pass his class if you do the work required. I did not think it was a piece of cake. The student must put forth effort. He was supportive and encouraging.

5.0
2.0
ARTHISTORYII
Aug 24, 2005

i was not interested in art history but he made this class so fun, interesting, and simple. hes not super easy but i think its too hard to fail this class. he makes learning fun. and im not a nerd either. it's just the truth. i made an A in his class wihout extra credit work!

5.0
1.0
ARTAPP
Grade: B
Aug 30, 2005

HE IS SOOO FREAKIN AWSOME FIRST DAY OF CLASS HE GIVES OUT EXTRA POINTS FOR BEING 1. 15 MINUTES EARLY2.10 MIN EARLY3.5 MINUETS EARLY4.ON TIME THESE COUNT TOWARDS ANY PROJECT,TEST OR FINAL HES SO SWEET WHAT ELSE CAN I SAY FOR IT BEING THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS HES JUST AWSOME AWSOME BLOSSOM POSSUM! tAKE HIM FOR SURE! VERY SMART MAN! CARES ABOUT OTHERS!

5.0
3.0
ARTAPPREC
Sep 7, 2005

I look forward to this class. I never thought Art could be so fun. The teacher makes all the difference. Prof. Kaminski is so comfortable around us and it makes me feel comfortable. Why didn't I pick Art as my major????Thanks Kaminski

5.0
1.0
ARTHISTII
Sep 10, 2005

GREAT TEACHER! =)

5.0
3.0
ART1301
Sep 26, 2005

hot! best teacher ever! I love art now! Everyone should take this class. Alot of work but fun and interesting! I wish he would teach other classes :(

5.0
1.0
PRINTMAKING1301
Apr 25, 2006

Stanley is one of the best teachers i took classes from. besides that he's easy going and an easy grader you the style of teaching he uses makes you learn and enjoy it. highly recoment the dude.

5.0
3.0
ARTHISTORY
May 29, 2006

Great Teacher, Great Personality. Art History is pretty lame on it's own, but he makes it interesting.

5.0
3.0
ARTAPPREC
Aug 1, 2006

Awesome profesor!He's smart, funny, and gets everyone invloved in learning with "Kaminski" style. You'll love any of his classes. He treats you like a person and not just some student. Kaminski gives you tons of ways to make an A. Take his classes!

5.0
1.0
ART1301
Aug 25, 2006

He is a very good teacher! Is fun to learn with, makes art interesting, never boring! I loved this class!

5.0
1.0
ARTS1301
Oct 11, 2006

Stanley is a great teacher he is so nice and so funny and he will make the class fun and he will help you and it is a excellent teacher you should signup for his class . please do he is better . signup for Stanley .

5.0
1.0
ARTAPP
Nov 5, 2006

This guy is probably the best teacher I've ever had! He's so cool and down-to-earth and will do anything to make sure you're not bored. He's also one of the nicest people I've ever met and he treats you more like a friend than a student. His class is super easy and fun, I highly recommend Stanley!

5.0
1.0
ARTAPP
Dec 13, 2006

HE IS HILARIOUS! made me lol many times. Great personality and teaching syle. The class i skipped least. loved it. Recommended. You need to read the book, though, to past the tests. but dont worry.

3.0
1.0
ARTS2333
Dec 15, 2006

this teacher is easy but this was the one class i hated the most just because it was long... attandance is important in his class and in printmaking you have to work till the end of the class period. hes ok i guess its an easy if ur a half decent student.

5.0
2.0
ART1301
Dec 16, 2006

very caring, genuine individual- who trully loves to teach & acknowledges students with respect - there is just alot of work in his class- however if you study you will make an A

4.0
1.0
ART1301
Dec 20, 2006

Very good teacher! Keeps the class interested with his silly and at times kind of outrageous comments. He's a very quirky teacher. You have to read alot and write alot, but you'll get alot out of the class if you stick with it b/c you'll learn alot about Art and you'll get a good grade. He does sometimes ignore his less verbal students.

5.0
1.0
ART2333
Jan 2, 2007

Awesome teacher! I was NOT good at this class but with Stanleys help I got an A!

5.0
1.0
ARTS2333
Jan 5, 2007

He's the best man ever, mentioning his wife and children a lot. Nice smile, tasty hamburger around 2pm. It's extremely easy to get an A with his help! Printmaking has lots of funs! Take ARTS2333!!!

2.0
5.0
ARTAPP
May 6, 2007

hated this class and this teacher. he is so lame, and could not control the class. way too much work for an art appreciation class. i have always loved art, but kaminski killed it for me. do not take him if you dont have to!!

5.0
1.0
ART1301
May 8, 2007

if u want an easy A take art appreciation w/ Kaminski, u gotaa be retarded to fail his class! 4 real!

4.0
4.0
ARTS1304
May 12, 2007

I thought I would get a C in this class, but he gave me an A! OMG! Thanks Stanley. He's the nicest instructor ever!Take Hime!!!!!!!!!!!!A++++++++++++++++++++++++

5.0
4.0
ART1304
May 14, 2007

This professor is the best! He made what could be a tremendously boring subject pop. He made coming to class fun and he made learning easy. Not that the class was easy but he made it so that it was easy to learn. I highly respect Stanley Kaminski and will recommend anyone that needs an ART credit to take this class.

5.0
1.0
ARTS1304
Jun 25, 2007

Mr kaminski is the best professor his art history 11 class is fun he gives out coupons and extra credit and also give study guide not much teachers do that and he will work with you and this professor also teaches printmaking and his printmaking class is very fun so I encourage students to sign up for printmaking and if you need a art credit signup

4.0
1.0
ARTS1301
Jul 8, 2007

VERY nice teacher, cares enough to learn everyones name in class unlike others. He tends to get annoying because he repeats things and talks like its a kindergarden class. Easy grade, though there are so many journals. Great extra point opportunities for all. Good way to get "art history" credit.

5.0
2.0
HIST1304
Sep 3, 2007

He make the class to be interesting.

5.0
3.0
ART1301
May 8, 2008

Mr. Kaminski is an awesome professor! He is very helpful and gives MANY opportunities for extra credit. Makes the class fun and interesting. He gives out coupons for extra points when you answer questions during his lectures. He also plays Jeopardy to review for exams and whichever team comes in first and second gets extra points. Take Him!!

5.0
1.0
ART1301
Jun 29, 2008

best proffesor in HCC

5.0
2.0
ARTS1304
Jul 9, 2008

I really enjoyed this class. For people who don't have a natural appreciation for art, it can definitely be challenging, but he gives a study guide that the test is directly from. Really fun, highly recommend!

5.0
5.0
ART1234
Oct 5, 2008

His Art appreciation class is awesome. Very fun teacher. I'm glad I took him for my first semester, he made class fun and interesting. While though his class is fun, his activies demand a great a mount of your time.

5.0
3.0
ART101
Nov 24, 2008

Stanley is one of very few instructors who i've met who genuinely cares about his students and what you get out of his classes. he is also a great artist.

5.0
1.0
PRINT2501
Dec 16, 2008

Stanley is an excellent teacher. Very hands-on and helpful. I took his printmaking I class this past semester and thoroughly enjoyed the class and his teaching style.

5.0
1.0
ARTART
May 17, 2009

OMG,u will love this professor and class...easy A

5.0
1.0
ARTS1301
Jul 9, 2009

One of the best teachers at hccs if not only. Not a hard class, just read chapters,do projects and A is the grade to make

5.0
1.0
ART1301
Dec 8, 2009

HCCS SHOULD BE PROUD TO HAVE SUCH A PROFESSOR!HIS CLASS IS FUN! EVEN STUDENTS WHO ARE NOT ARTISTIC START LIKING HIS CLASS!HIS WAY OF TEACHING SHOULD BE USE BY EVERY TEACHER!EXTREMELLY AWESOME!!!!!

4.0
3.0
ARTS1301
Dec 14, 2009

he was an easy teacher overall. his exams are long and sometimes hard. took him for an easy A but it was a lot of work. many projects and extra crap to do in there that cost a lot of money on your part and time. would take him again.

5.0
1.0
ARTS1304
Aug 13, 2010

Best teacher ever! Makes art history fun! Teaches clearly and at a good pace. Very intelligent guy and teaches in a way that makes the info. stick in your head! Easy A.

5.0
2.0
ART1301
Sep 28, 2010

I am not much of an "art" person but i like the way that he teaches and he makes it fun. would take him again if i could!!!

4.0
4.0
ART1301
Dec 29, 2010

even though i got A this class is not eassy there are 12 grade points he drop the lowest one to get A you need to attend the class andstudy before class so you can get bonus point,he is funny but at the same time he is sensitive even he will tell you while you start the class, some times he has bad style of grading,take him, but don'texpect easy A

5.0
3.0
ARTS1301
May 17, 2011

Great professor. If you at least try you will pass his class. The only way to fail his class is to not give effort.

5.0
2.0
ARTS1301
Jul 13, 2011

TAKE HIM....!!! YOU WILL LOVE IT. HE IS GREAT

5.0
2.0
ARTS1301
Dec 14, 2011

ALOT OF ASSIGNMENT,BUT NOT TOO HARD. THERE R MANY WAYS COULD GET EXTRA CREDIT. ANYWAY, IT IS A EASY CLASS AT ALL...AND HE IS VERY NICE:)

3.0
2.0
ARTS1301
Dec 16, 2011

He is a great professor, but he do not accept late work,, that's what made me fail, but i will take him again, and i recommend you to take him...

5.0
1.0
ART1301
May 8, 2012

Great Prof. Lots of work, but easy. Many opportunities for extra credit. Very nice prof. Keep up with the projects,study his "study guides" and journals. You will get an A.

4.0
2.0
ART1301
May 24, 2012

GOOD TEACHER, HOWEVER I THINK ITS A LITTLE TOO MUCH WORK FOR JUST AN ART CLASS. DOES NOT ACCEPT LATE WORK. OVERALL GOOD TEACHER AND EASY CLASS

5.0
2.0
ART1301
Jul 5, 2012

Favorite Professor. He is nice, funny, clear, easy going and cares about his students grades. Took him for summer, a lot of material but as long as you come To class and pay attention to instructions, shouldn't be too bad. He's gives a lot of extrA credit opp. as well, so I def. Recommend taking him for art.

5.0
1.0
ART1301
Jul 11, 2012

EXCELLENY

5.0
1.0
ABCABC
Sep 1, 2012

Best teacher I've ever had at HCC! Helped send me to a four year university! I took 3 of his classes in my time there!

5.0
1.0
ART1301
Dec 10, 2012

i took his class for summer, and i passed it. i mean he his so easy, just do the journal and answer question in the class, he give point and it helped me a lot

5.0
1.0
ART1301
Dec 12, 2012

He is easy, doesn't require you to actually learn art, he's more of a hippy with the whole free love and art is your opinion bs. Didn't really learn anything from him. Didn't study for any of his tests and still passed the class. If you want an easy class where you only have to show up, this is the one. Didn't learn anything from him.

5.0
1.0
ART1301
Dec 19, 2012

excellent

5.0
1.0
ARTS1301
Jul 8, 2013

Took this in Summer 1 Easy A+ just go to class do the work and pay attention. Study guides for the test are very helpful. Lots of opportunities for extra credit. 3 Test, few pop quiz's, 3 projects and 1 group project. Not easy if you're lazy!

5.0
1.0
ART1301
Aug 25, 2013

THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST TEACHER AND CLASS HCC HAS TO OFFER STANLEY YOUR THE BEST!!!!

5.0
1.0
ART1301
Grade: Not_Sure_Yet
Nov 5, 2013

omg i love love this teacher, he is so good i feel like taking his class again, he gives extra point for answering questions in class and also for assignment too, wow really good teacher. i would so recommend him

5.0
1.0
ARTS1301
Nov 28, 2013

Professor Stanley Kaminski is the best teacher i have ever had, he gives extra points for answering questions in class, he gives extra points for attending class on time, he always gives extra points on basically anything helpful you do in class. The test is exactly the same as the review, i really do recommend, very easy A right there

5.0
1.0
PRINTMAKINGI
Grade: A+
Dec 1, 2014

Professor Kaminski is Awesome. I enjoyed printing in his class. Grading is clear. I am not an art major but my degree required a fine arts credit. There are no tests just a couple of projects that you get to work on for weeks. The final is turning in the last project and cleaning the classroom. Take his printmaking class if you want an "A"!!!!!!!!

5.0
1.0
ARTS1301
Dec 16, 2014

Easy A!!!!! Lotsssssssssss of extra credit. Just participate and you WILL pass. Take this professor. Best professor ever!!!!

5.0
2.0
ARTS1301
Grade: A+
Jan 9, 2015

All the reviews in here is true about him. He is the best professor ever. I did not have any interest in art but he made me like it and love his class. Participation matters, he is always there for you. If you don't like art then take it with him you will like it. I didn't expect A but i got an A!!!!

5.0
2.0
ART
Jan 20, 2015

There should be no hesitation to take him. Hands down the best prof. Really cares for you, motivates you. Lots if extra credit and funny guy. Love love him!!!

5.0
1.0
1301
Jan 21, 2015

Was never intrested in Art before this class.

5.0
1.0
ART1301
Grade: A
Jul 9, 2015

Love professor Stanley !!! He is awesome ! I didn't want to even take art before his class because I was like I couldn't draw i don't know why I picked art but after the first day I loved his class ! He's very easy and funny . Gives points for showing up early , answering questions , and for doing things early ! And also always do journals , bonus!

5.0
2.0
1301
Grade: A+
Jul 10, 2015

I just finished his 5 week summer course and received an A(: Professor Kaminski enourages his students and most importanly believes in them. What a great guy and class!

4.0
2.0
1301
Grade: A+
Jul 10, 2015

I just finished taking his 5-week summer course and received an A(: Stan encourages his students and most importantly believes in us. What a great guy and class!

5.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: A+
Jul 11, 2015

I just took him for Art appreciation 1301 5weeks class. All I can say is that he's an amazing teacher. Do the work and will pass with an A. I strongly recommend him.

5.0
3.0
CLASS
Grade: B
Jul 14, 2015

I took him this summer 2015 (Art Appreciation 1301) :) He was awesome!! It was a 5 week course and we had 3 test including the final. Also there were 9 quizzes, but he picked 3 of the highest quiz grades! Journals were optional, but I would highly recommend you doing them, or flash cards because it will help on your test. I would take him again!

5.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: A
Dec 10, 2015

If you want to recieve an A take him! Don't expect to not do anything and get an A. He gives tons of extra credit it's crazy. I got B's on most of the tests and did all my projects and walked out with an A. Take him , his protects are extremely easy. Will not regret it. Some students received a lower grade but the effort said why. I recommend him!

5.0
1.0
ART1301
Grade: A
Dec 11, 2015

This is as easy as college gets. If you don't get an A in this guy's class, just drop out of college. It is too easy. He gives out so much extra credit. All you have to do is all the projects and show up to class to receive extra credit, you have an easy A. The tests are easy (you still have to study of course). He is also a really cool guy!

5.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Jun 20, 2016
Would take again

He is awesome took him for summer classes :)

5.0
1.0
PRINTMAKING1301
Grade: A
Jul 12, 2016
Would take again

Professor Stanley is the best professor ever. He cares about the students and gives alot of extra credit.

5.0
1.0
ARTS1301
Grade: A
Dec 9, 2016
Would take again

Overall a wonderful professor to have, especially during my first semester of college. He puts everything you could possibly need for his assignments on his learningweb page. The tests and projects aren't hard at all, but at least make the effort to look over the material and you should be fine.

Inspirational
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Clear grading criteria
5.0
2.0
ARTS1301
Grade: A
Dec 20, 2016
Would take again

Professor Kaminski is awesome! He has a clear grading criteria. Easy projects. Lots of extra credits. Easy A. Just do the assignments and you'll be good! Highly Recommended.

Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
EXTRA CREDIT
4.0
3.0
ART1301
Grade: A
Jul 5, 2017
Would take again

Prof. Stanley is very straight forward in his exam reviews and also in what he wants in his projects. You need to attend and also there are a lot of extra credit if you are in class. This class is an automatic A if you participate and also if you do the homework no matter what. There are pop quizzes which help as extra credit.

Tough Grader
Gives good feedback
Skip class? You won't pass.
4.0
2.0
ARTS1301
Jul 6, 2017
Would take again

He's a nice guy that genuinely cares for his students, and how well they do in class. He makes the notes and test reviews available online. My only gripe is he assigns a group project over summer classes, which is awful if you work full time as well. He gives out a ton of bonus points as well if you participate in class.

Skip class? You won't pass.
EXTRA CREDIT
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: A
Aug 2, 2017
Would take again

I took this class this summer and it was easy, 3 major projects that were very easy and he also takes the time to explain them in detail. He is funny and caring, gives a lot of points and drops up to 3 low grades.

Participation matters
Hilarious
EXTRA CREDIT
5.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: A
Nov 22, 2017
Would take again

He is the nicest professor I have ever come across. He does not accept late work whatsoever, so just turn it in on time. He gets you to work in groups so you really get to know people in your class and drops your lowest grades in quizzes and one major grade. His lectures can get a bit long but just go over the powerpoint and it's an easy A!

Gives good feedback
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
1.0
ART1301
Grade: A+
Dec 16, 2017
Would take again

BEST PROFESSOR EVER. You will literally only fail this class if you just don't show up and do no work at all. He drops your lowest grade, and your lowest 6 quiz grades. You even get bonus points for showing up on time. Don't sleep on this class, I would take him again if any of the other classes he teaches were required. I wish he was my dad.

Gives good feedback
ACCESSIBLE OUTSIDE CLASS
Would take again
4.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: A
Feb 28, 2018
Would take again

He is a nice and caring professor. Just do your work on time, and participate in class and study for the tests! He is easy only if you focus in his class. I wish I could take other classes with him!

Gives good feedback
Respected
Caring
5.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: A
Apr 11, 2018
Would take again

He is so good professor and easy just do the homework and pass the quizzes . by the way his quizzes so easy 5 to 10 question so easy pleas just took his class .Jussssssssssst take his classssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss. Thank you for make the class easy and fast

BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Clear grading criteria
Amazing lectures
5.0
4.0
ART1301
Grade: A+
May 12, 2018
Would take again

Well, his class is a lot of things to do, if you just pay a little attention by little i mean not too crazy. there's a lot of opportunity for extra credit I ended up with over 50 extra credit I didnt even had to pass the final exam. just do the homework on time. follow instruction meticulously you ll get an easy A. his exams is like his study guid

Gives good feedback
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
Caring
1.0
5.0
ART1301
Grade: B
May 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

HE so hard do not teak with him hard and so hard teach do not take with him pleasssssss he is gonna make you mad and said. He will give you a lot of works to do like your major its art. I have a really bad experience with him. Also, he is really bad when he graded your paper if your handwriting is not good you have a bad luck.

LOTS OF HOMEWORK
TEST HEAVY
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
ART1304
May 13, 2018
Wouldn't take again

He is really hard. He needs to understand that not everybody is majoring in Arts.

Tough Grader
GROUP PROJECTS
LECTURE HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ART1301
Grade: Not sure yet
May 14, 2018
Wouldn't take again

do no teak him again pleassss he is mad and bad

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ART1301
May 22, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Hardest art professor ever. He made me hate art. Physics exams and tests are even easier than his Art exams.

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
TEST HEAVY
1.0
5.0
ART1301
Jun 4, 2018
Wouldn't take again

I would never take him again. He is very strict about everything. Likes to spend every single second of the class, assigns a lot of work and most importantly A VERY TOUGH GRADER!!! I just warned you. If you care about your grades, do not take him. He makes arts 10 times harder than you expect it.

Tough Grader
BEWARE OF POP QUIZZES
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
ARTS1301
Grade: A
Jul 3, 2018
Would take again

i really dont know why they are complaining. he was the most passionate professor i have ever seen. he gives a lot of bonus points even when you are in class on time. and tests are so easy if you study the review. wing it, never skip this professor.

5.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: A+
Jul 6, 2018
Would take again

MR. KAMINSKI IS REAL GEM TO THE ART DEPARTMENT AT HCC. HE CARES FOR HIS STUDENTS AND GIVES US MANY OPTIONS FOR EXTRA CREDIT. AS LONG AS YOU SHOW UP TO CLASS AND PAY ATTENTION, YOU WILL DO WELL. HE IS PASSIONATE ABOUT ART AND YOU CAN TELL FROM HIS LECTURES. I WOULD TAKE HIM AGAIN IF I COULD.

Skip class? You won't pass.
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
ARTS1301
Grade: A
Jul 18, 2018
Would take again

I got a D in the first project and didn't take the final exam(because you can drop one lowest grade), and I still got an A in this class. This literally tells you how easy this class is. If you get lower than a B in this class, I just recommend to drop out of college. Because its too easy to get an A.

EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
ART1301
Jul 22, 2018
Wouldn't take again

Tough grader, gives extra credit, but still makes it SOO hard.

Tough Grader
Skip class? You won't pass.
TEST HEAVY
5.0
4.0
ART1301
Grade: A+
Oct 16, 2018
Would take again

He is one of the most wonderful and caring teachers I've ever had in my life. He has such a great and fun style of teaching. You never be bored in his class and in fact you never know how time flies that fast in his class. He is really admirable. You really learn stuff about art in his class plus he gives many opportunities to boost your grade.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ART1301
Grade: A+
Dec 14, 2018
Would take again

I am not joking when I say failing his class is hard. If you show up and do your assignments, you can not fail. He gives plenty of extra points and even drops your lowest grade. His grading is not tough and he gives a clear understanding on what he wants. If you want an easy A, please take him. You can not fail unless you don't turn anything in.

Clear grading criteria
Caring
GROUP PROJECTS
5.0
2.0
ARTS1301
Apr 1, 2019
Would take again

Liked this guy a lot.

Gives good feedback
Hilarious
Caring
5.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: A+
May 2, 2019
Would take again

amazing teacher, super easy as long as you can follow directions! gives out extra credit points like theres no tomorrow, for being on time/early, answering correctly + other easy stuff. be able to follow directions and youll get an A guaranteed. Didnt take the final, still ended up w the 107% as my final grade. TAKE HIM TOO HARD TO FAIL CLASS!!

Accessible outside class
Beware of pop quizzes
Lecture heavy
5.0
2.0
ARTS1301
Grade: A+
May 27, 2020
Would take again

A caring & amazing professor!! I've taken this class on campus but due to COVID, it was transitioned smoothly to online classes. There's really no way to fail the class because he allows makeup assignments, allows you to drop the lowest assignments & gives points for about everything. Study and you'll end up with over a 100 in the class!

Gives good feedback
Accessible outside class
Caring
5.0
3.0
ART1301
Grade: A+
Jun 17, 2020
Would take again

He's actually a bit funny. He provides a lot of chances for extra credit. If you study you'll get an A. A few group projects that are easy. Would recommend you take him if you need the credit. You'll learn a lot about art and how you can see specific things around you.

Respected
Group projects
Amazing lectures
1.0
3.0
ART1301
Jul 4, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Comments are misleading.

EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
2.0
4.0
ART1301
Grade: B-
Jul 7, 2020
Wouldn't take again

I took this class over the summer and before choosing this teacher I checked him out. Dont be fouled with the good reviews. The teacher gave us all of the assignments we wouldve have for the entire semester and told us that nothing wouldve change, that wasnt true. On the last few week he kept adding more and more assignments and things to read

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Tough grader
3.0
4.0
ART1301
Grade: A
Jul 13, 2020
Wouldn't take again

Although I made an A it was not an easy A. He does give lot of extra credit opportunities but the grading rubric is strict. My friends who took him in person said he was great. Taking him online was not the same experience as my friends. He is a good teacher, but the class is hard for an art class. He is a knowledgeable professor of his field.

Accessible outside class
EXTRA CREDIT
Tough grader
4.0
4.0
ARTS1301
Grade: A
Dec 13, 2020
Would take again

You're almost certain to get an A in this class as long as you do the loads of extra credit he provides. DON'T MISS ANY ASSIGNMENT IF YOU WANT AN A. This class is still very difficult and requires a lot of work. Definitely not an easy class. Be serious about college, and you'll get an A.

Gives good feedback
Lots of homework
Caring
2.0
4.0
ART101
Grade: B+
Aug 13, 2021
Wouldn't take again

The professor is nice but if you voice your opinion your grades are affected so I lost a lot of respect for him. Its unethical for a teacher who dislikes you to take it personal when you speak your mind and your grades get affected. He didnt like me.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Test heavy
2.0
4.0
ART1301
Aug 28, 2021
Wouldn't take again

I was passing with a B+. Had to go out of town because of a serious family emergency and wasn't able to complete about 2 assignments. I let him know about my emergency and ended up trying to take the Department Final Exam on the plane because it was a big part of my grade and only could finish half. Long story short, he failed me with a 59.

Lots of homework
Participation matters
Lecture heavy
5.0
3.0
ARTS1301
Grade: A
Dec 12, 2021
Would take again

Wouldnt necessarily say its an easy A because he gives A LOT of work but hes not a hard grader as long as you do what he asks for so its very doable. Does not accept late work but gives a bunch of extra credit opportunities especially if you show up to class.

Lots of homework
Get ready to read
Group projects
4.0
3.0
ARTS1301
Grade: B
Aug 25, 2022
Would take again

I took his class fall of 2021. He is an amazing teacher and if you keep on top of all the work it isn't hard to get a good grade.

EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
Respected
5.0
4.0
ARTS1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Feb 4, 2023
Would take again

We did a Kahoot in almost every class, and it really helped drive in the knowledge we were learning. He gives out Extra credit like candy. There is a lot of work, but most only take 10-20 minutes. Make sure to read all the posts, as some will give extra credit

Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
Clear grading criteria
5.0
1.0
ARTS1316
Grade: A
May 15, 2023
Would take again

Prof. Kaminski is passionate and caring about his work. His assignments are set up clearly and he has video examples of many of the assignments. His notes on the assignments are key to improving your drawings. My only regret is taking him online! If you can, do take his class you'll love it.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Accessible outside class
2.0
4.0
ARTS1301
Grade: A-
Aug 14, 2023

If you're looking for a class to get an easy A, this class is not for you. The workload is hefty and time-consuming. Half of the assignments and discussions relate more to history than art. There's a lot of work for this being an art appreciation class. I do not recommend it. The professor is a nice guy though.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
3.0
4.0
ARTA1301
Grade: A
Aug 14, 2023

This class was not an easy A. I do not recommend taking it in the summer. We had 45 assignments during those 5 weeks. I counted, We had like 2/3 major assignments due on the same day. He graded okay but sometimes I did not understand his feedback. I really do not recommend this for summer class. I have lost any and allinterest in any type of art.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
4.0
ARTS1316
Grade: Not sure yet
Sep 14, 2023

If you love art, you won't after him. This man has killed any and all motivation for art. 14 pieces of art in one assignment a WEEK. you can not have a life outside of this class. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.

Tough grader
Participation matters
5.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: A+
Dec 21, 2023
Would take again

Hands down one of the best professors I've ever taken. He truly cares for students, and his lectures are very intriguing. He gives extra credit and engages the class in kahoots. I would recommend him!!

Get ready to read
EXTRA CREDIT
So many papers
2.0
4.0
ARTS2333
Grade: A+
Oct 16, 2024

He's a tough grader and inefficient with time. He's passionate yet anal-retentive. You want an easy grade? Don't take him in ANY class. He'll dox points wherever he can. Yes, there are many opportunities for extra credit but at the cost of class/making time. I can't ***UN-recommend*** him enough. I had to shorten this, curse you rate my professor.

Tough grader
Participation matters
EXTRA CREDIT
1.0
5.0
ARTS1316
Grade: A
Dec 1, 2024

my attention was equally divided between cal and this class because he was so grade heavy. He will try and take points off whenever he can its ridiculous. If you want to take a chill art class, just do it with someone else. The absolute worst.

Tough grader
Participation matters
Lots of homework
1.0
5.0
ART1301
Grade: B
Feb 4, 2025

He constantly talks himself up about how much he cares about his class and his students, just to nitpick and take points off for ANYTHING. Then he says he will never take late work, because that hurts his preparation for the next class, which doesn't matter because he grades everything a month late. He thinks his class is the center of the world.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Lots of homework
3.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Mar 10, 2025

he is just okay imo. if you care about the grades in between, i wouldn't take his class, but if you only care about overall he's the person for you. so much extra credit, its insane how much extra credit there is. its clear he cares, but sometimes it felt a bit pushy. his grading criteria is pretty strict, but its all extremely clear what he wants.

Tough grader
EXTRA CREDIT
Group projects
5.0
1.0
ARTHISTORY
Grade: A
Aug 3, 2025
Would take again

He is the sweetest professor ever, so encouraging and motivating, makes the class easy to digest. i took a summer hybrid class and i learned so much, i wish i took this class as a regular long semester. he uses games to learn but also constant practice quizzes and quizzes and homeworks where you have to answer around 12 open questions each.

Group projects
Gives good feedback
Beware of pop quizzes
1.0
5.0
ART1301
Grade: Not sure yet
Aug 9, 2025

Don't take this professor. He considered Art class as Calculus 1. Lot of Assignment only put Below 60 or 70 in every assignment. Run... Run

Tough grader
5.0
1.0
ART1301
Grade: A
Aug 12, 2025
Would take again

I personally wish all my professors were like him, especially for my coding classes; I would have definitely aced those. He is very encouraging, funny, and always tells us to try even if we don't know. The class was worthwhile, and I'm so happy I didn't take an online class. He teaches at Alief Hayes campus.

Gives good feedback
Inspirational
Caring
2.0
2.0
ART1301
Grade: B
Aug 15, 2025

I would suggest everyone to not take his class. He tells us to be expressive and ourselves with our art, but then heavily critique it and give us a poor grade. He had a "ruby" extra credit system that hardly does anything to your final grade. He will give you ZEROES on assignments that are turned in ON TIME.

Tough grader
Lots of homework
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