Drawing I Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

ARTS-1316-001 Drawing I

Prerequisites

Course Description

Investigation of a variety of media, techniques and subjects. Exploration of perceptual and descriptive possibilities with consideration of drawing as a developmental process as well as an end in itself. Regular outside assignments.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

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\ Required text:

\ Bert Dodson, Keys to Drawing, (Cincinatti, Ohio: North Light Books) 1985

\ ISBN-10: 0-89134-337-7

\ ISBN-13: 978-0-8913

Supplies

\ SUPPLIES:
\ DRAWING I and II
\ •    Pad of good quality drawing paper, 18” x 24” or larger (look for heavyweight paper with a good tooth) Look for serrated top edges so the drawing can be easily removed

Student Performance

\ ARTS 1316 Drawing I

\ Investigation of drawing media and techniques including descriptive and expressive possibilities.

\  GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
\ Exemplary Educational Objectives (ACGM pg 234)
\ •    To demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities.
\ •    To understand those works as expressions of individual and human values within an historical and social context.
\ •    To respond critically to works in the arts and humanities.
\ •    To engage in the creative process or interpretive performance and comprehend the physical and intellectual demands required of the author or visual or performing artist.
\ •    To articulate an informed personal reaction to works in the arts and humanities.
\ •    To develop an appreciation for the aesthetic principles that guide or govern the humanities and arts.
\ •    To demonstrate knowledge of the influence of literature, philosophy, and/or the arts on intercultural experiences.
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\ Specific Course Outcomes:
\ •    Students will demonstrate effective communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.
\ •    Students will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of the Visual Arts and Social Responsibility.
\ •    Students will gain familiarity with drawing terminology.
\ •    Students will work with a variety of drawing tools.
\ •    Students will be able to apply the Principles of Design to their drawings.
\ •    Students will apply a variety of techniques in drawing.
\ •    Students will solve visual problems and create dynamic compositions.
\ •    Students will utilize techniques emphasizing accurate, expressive, and conceptual approaches.
\ •    Students will discuss their work in verbal and/or written form.
\ •    Students will present work for grading in a professional manner, as directed by the instructor.
\ •    Students will participate meaningfully in critique.
\ •    Students will maintain a professional and respectful attitude.
\ •    Students will maintain classroom facilities and shared supplies.

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Expected Student Behavior

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\ CRITIQUES:

\ Critique allows all class members to discuss design and conceptual issues and evaluate the effectiveness of each project. Respect for each other and each person's work is of the utmost importance. This part of our classroom activities is crucial to the creative and technical learning process, giving us an opportunity to learn from each other.

\ CIVILITY:Disruptions and/or any behavior that the instructor considers inappropriate will not be tolerated and will result in dismissal from the class. Every student deserves and will receive the respect of others. Every student is expected to be involved and engaged with other students and the instructor. For this reason, NO HEADPHONES OR PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES ALLOWED. 

Grading Criteria

\ CRITIQUES:
\ Critique allows all class members to discuss design and conceptual issues and evaluate the effectiveness of each project. This part of our classroom activities is crucial to the creative and technical learning process, giving us an opportunity to share insights.
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\ CRITIQUE ABSENCES: I will grade drawings directly after critique. Grades for work turned in after critique will lose 10 points for each day they are late)
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\ LATE and MAKE-UP WORK: Because in-class work is often a response to a specific prompt or set-up, it is difficult to “make up”. This is the reason for the attendance policy.
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\ GRADING POLICY:
\ 10 “Quick Draws”: 40%
\ 5 Sustained Drawings: 40%   
\ Sketchbook and Homework Assignments: 10%
\ Final Portfolio: 10%
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\ GRADING SCALE:
\ Because art is more subjective than many other fields, it is important to understand some of the broad areas of the assessment of artworks. The four major areas of assessment are:
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\ •    Technique and Use of materials
\ •    Elements and Principles of Design
\ •    Project Parameters, Concepts and Ideas, Exploration
\ •    Work ethic, Presentation and Craft
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\ A = EXCELLENT
\ B = GOOD
\ C = AVERAGE or ADEQUATE  
\ D = POOR
\ F = FAIL
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Attendance

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\ ATTENDANCE POLICY: Attendance is CRITICAL to your success in this course.Please note that Amarillo College allows only 2 absences for any reason, with the consequences of missing additional classes to be determined at the discretion of the instructor. Therefore:

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• \ You will sign in each class period and WILL BE HELD RESPONSIBLE for signing their own name on the attendance sheet in class.  (The instructor is not responsible for students’ failure to sign the class attendance sheet!)
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• \ FAILURE TO SIGN THE ATTENDANCE SHEET RESULTS IN AN ABSENCE. NO EXCEPTIONS.
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• \ I will allow 5 absences without penalty. The 6th absence will lower your final grade by one letter. Each subsequent absence will result in an additional letter grade deduction.
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• \ Students are responsible for keeping up with their own absence totals. Upon request, and outside of class time, students may inquire as to the number of absences they have.
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• \ Late arrivals and early departures may be counted as absences
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• \ If you have extenuating circumstances that impact your ability to attend class, please contact me ASAP.
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\ In addition to the requirement to be in class for demonstration, lecture and work time, your presence is a source of insight and learning for all class members. The impact of your full participation cannot be overestimated. 

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Additional Information

\  METHODOLOGY:

\ The instructor will provide individual instruction and critique of student work during class periods.

\ Drawings will be done both in class and out of class. Students will prepare portfolio pre