ART 1300C Drawing I Syllabus
GOALS:
Through learning basic skills and techniques of drawing, you will gain sufficient
background in drawing aesthetics and technology so that you can continue at
your level of commitment or transfer to another institution for further development,
commitment, and accomplishment. You will be provided with a wide range of drawing
situations as an introduction to the varied possibilities inherent with drawing
activity.
The main objectives of this course is to introduce you to the following:
the basic elements of art: line, shape (form), value, texture
space: positive and negative
composition and design
principles of perspective
exploring different drawing techniques
exploring different media
exploring your creativity
RESOURCES:
slides or videos on the creative process, art history and numerous processes
of
working with different drawing media
exhibits in The Art Gallery on campus, or local museums
handouts that will accompany assignments
students in your class
college library
your professor
FORMAT:
This course is one in which the student progresses at her or his own rate through
various assignments. The professor will be responsible for explaining or demonstrating
different techniques as the course progresses. At various times the professor
will conduct criticisms of work and students are expected to take an active
part in this process.
There will be home project assignments given by the professor.
Several grades for class or home assignments will be given during the term.
At the end of the semester, the student will turn in complete portfolio ( 50%
of the grade) for final grading.
The student is expected to attend classes; three absences are allowed for a
class that meets twice a week; more than four absences or habitual tardiness
will result in the grade reduction by one full grade, after four or more absences
the student may be withdrawn from this course.
PROFESSOR’S ROLE:
The student is given freedom to develop his or her abilities along determined
lines of growth. It is the responsibility of the professor to correctly manage
that direction based on her understanding of the creative process, and the aesthetics
of drawing. There will be careful planning in relating the assignments to support
class and individual student growth.
The criticism process is an important developmental tool and the instructor
will conduct regular critiques, during which the students will be called upon
to help in self-evaluation and evaluation process.
EVALUATION PROCESS:
Several partial grades will be given during the term (six or more) and the final
grade will be based on the following:
1. Improvement from entering skills
2. Record of attendance
3. Record of carrying out studio maintenance responsibilities
4. Completion of periodic home project assignments; completion dates
for each project will be announced; late work will not be accepted
5. Taking part in classroom activities and critiques
6. Complete portfolio grade at the end of the semester (50% of total
grade)
7. Cooperation. (The student that will repeatedly disturb the class or
become a nuisance to the professor and the class, will be withdrawn from the
class by the professor).
Dr. Belan's office hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 12:00
to 1:00; Tuesday
and Thursday 12:30 to 1:30, and by appointment.
SUPPLIES:
1. White drawing paper pad 18” x 24”
2. Newsprint paper pad 18” x 24”
3. Drawing board approx. 20” x 26”
4. Compressed charcoal (3 sticks)
5. Vine charcoal (3 sticks)
6. Black ink, permanent (India, Pelican, Higgins, etc.) 1 bottle
7. Japanese brush (1) medium size
8. Crow quill pen (1 handle, several pen tips)
9. Kneaded eraser
10. Pencils ( graphite or woodless graphite):
B, 2B, 4B, 6B, 8B, H, 2H, HB
11. Mat knife or utility knife
12. Pencil sharpener
13. Ruler (24” or 36”): metal, wood
14. Box (any kind, to keep supplies in)
15. Portfolio (brown envelope type with plastic handle is acceptable)
16. Mat boards and/or poster boards, as needed
17. Masking tape, gummed paper tape, small jar for water- tight lid (optional)
18. Spray fixative (optional)
19. Small palette
20. Sketchbook: 9” x 11” or somewhat larger
BOOK:
A Guide to Drawing (fifth edition) by Mendelowitz and Wakeham
Art supplies are usually available at the campus bookstore. Additional art materials
may be purchased at other art supply stores.
HOME ASSIGNMENTS: All assignments will be explained
1. Using charcoal or charcoal pencil, create a contour drawing of a still
life of your
choice.
2. Value study of a plant or plants; use charcoal.
3. Negative contour drawing with emphasis on composition; use charcoal.
4. Enlarge a small object or objects to a full page size. Media: pencil
or charcoal.
5. Realistic rendering of a garment or material draped over furniture,
such as a stool
or a chair.
6. Study of fruit and/or vegetables. Media: pencil or pen and ink.
7. Draw a still life that would include old, worn out objects; use pencil
or pen & ink.
Use open composition.
8. Outdoor assignment: Perspective with landscape and/or close-ups of
buildings;
use pencil, charcoal, or pen and ink. Use open composition.
9. Draw a landscape and include one or more imaginary elements into the
design.
Choice of color pencil, pastels, or mixed media. This is a perspective study.