Drawing II Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Course

ARTS-1317-001 Drawing II

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: ARTS 1316

Course Description

A studio course exploring drawing with continued emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will further develop the ability to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will employ critical analysis to broaden their understanding of drawing as a discipline.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

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Textbooks

None

Supplies

Art supplies are vailable at AC Bookstore as a kit, Michael’s, Hobby Lobby, Amarillo Hobby House, Hobby Time, and ABC Blueprint or online at DickBlick.com, FlaxArt.com, Jerrys Artarama.com, Danielsmith.com, Artisan-santafe.com

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ARTS 1317 Drawing II
A studio course exploring drawing with continued emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual
approaches. Students will further develop the ability to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using
diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will employ critical
analysis to broaden their understanding of drawing as a discipline.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
1. Describe visual subjects through the use of accurate and sensitive observation.
2. Generate drawings which demonstrate descriptive, expressive, and conceptual approaches with an
3. increased focus on individual expression.
4. Utilize varied materials and techniques, including color media, with informed aesthetic and conceptual
strategies.
5. Demonstrate an appropriate level of professional practice, including safety, craft and presentation.
6. Analyze and critique drawings verbally and/or in writing.
7. Relate their drawings to historical and contemporary developments in the field.
Specific Course Outcomes:
1. Students will gain familiarity with drawing terminology.
2. Students will work with a variety of drawing tools.
3. Students will be able to apply the Principles of Design to their drawings.
4. Students will apply a variety of techniques in drawing.
5. Students will solve visual problems and create dynamic compositions.
6. Students will utilize techniques emphasizing accurate, expressive, and conceptual approaches.
7. Students will discuss their work in verbal and/or written form.
8. Students will present work for grading in a professional manner, as directed by the instructor.
9. Students will participate meaningfully in critique.
10. Students will maintain a professional and respectful attitude.
11. Students will maintain classroom facilities and shared supplies.

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Expected Student Behavior

Students are required to show professionalism, discipline, attention, respect, participation, and cooperation.

Grading Criteria

Drawing assignments are required. These are graded on timeliness, excellence of technique, strength of concept and creativity, professionalism, and craftsmanship. Also meeting deadlines and professionalism (ie: behavior) in completed classroom projects.

Grades will be posted as a percentage of 100 (100% is perfect), and as a letter grade

Grading Schema:

A = 90% - 100%
B = 80% - 89%
C =70% - 79%
D = 60% -69%
F = 0% -59%

Attendance

No more than 2 class periods may be missed without approval from the instructor. After two “free” absences, the  final class grade will be reduced by 3 grade points for each unexcused absence, and you will be advised by the instructor concerning continuing or withdrawing from the course.

Makeup Policy: Deadlines are usually final. Under special circumstances, students must contact instructor for opportunity to make-up attendance, assignments and tests. Written documentation concerning reason for missing deadline required.

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Instructor contact

Associate Professor James Stev