Drawing I Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Instructor Information
Instructor
James Cost (Curriculum Vitae)Office Location
CUB office 05
Office Hours
As posted by office door. Changes may be made by semester scheduling. Latest office hours will be seen in another part of this syllabus.
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Course
ARTS-1316-001 Drawing I
Prerequisites
Course Description
A foundation studio course exploring drawing with emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will learn to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will engage in critical analysis and begin to develop their understanding of drawing as a discipline.
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Hours
(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)
Class Type
On Campus Course
Syllabus Information
Textbooks
Drawing 1 by Steven Cost, © 2015 McGraw-Hill Create, ISBN: 9781308670812, (Custom made from Drawing from Observation by Brian Curtis) Paperback
Art and Fear: Observations on the Perils and Reward
Supplies
Supplies:
Portable arts and crafts box to hold supplies
Portfolio for 18” X 24” paper size to hold paper tablets and drawings
Sketch book–journal, quality hard-cover both front and back, spiral bindi
Student Performance
ARTS 1316 Drawing I
A foundation studio course exploring drawing with emphasis on descriptive, expressive and conceptual approaches. Students will learn to see and interpret a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue in which students will engage in critical analysis and begin to develop their understanding of drawing as a discipline.
Learning Outcomes (ACGM)
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.
3. Utilize varied materials and techniques with informed aesthetic and conceptual strategies.
4. Demonstrate an appropriate level of professional practice, including safety, craft and presentation.
5. Analyze and critique drawings verbally and/or in writing.
6. Relate drawing to design, art history and contemporary artistic production.
Specific Course Outcomes:
1. Students will demonstrate effective communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.
2. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the relationship of the Visual Arts and Social Responsibility.
3. Students will gain familiarity with drawing terminology.
4. Students will work with a variety of drawing tools.
5. Students will be able to apply the Principles of Design to their drawings.
6. Students will apply a variety of techniques in drawing.
7. Students will solve visual problems and create dynamic compositions.
8. Students will utilize techniques emphasizing accurate, expressive, and conceptual approaches.
9. Students will discuss their work in verbal and/or written form.
10. Students will present work for grading in a professional manner, as directed by the instructor.
11. Students will participate meaningfully in critique.
12. Students will maintain a professional and respectful attitude.
13. 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
Grades will be posted as a percentage of 100 (100% is perfect), and as a letter grade
Grading Schema:
A = 89.5% - 100%
B = 79.5% - 89%
C =69.5% - 79%
D = 59.5% -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 for each unexcused absence, and you will be advised by the instructor concerning continuing or withdrawing from the course.
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Calendar
hur. February 4 Test – Drawing from Observation – Gestural Drawing
Thur. February 4 Intuitive Gesture Graphite Drawing Assignment
Thur. February 11 Test – Drawing from Observation – Composition
Thur. February 18 Intuitive Gesture Charcoal Drawing Assignment
Thur. February 25 Intuitive Gesture Ink Drawing
Thur. February 25 Test – Perspective
Thur. March 3 Abstract Drawing Assignment
Thur. March 3 Test – Chiaroscuro
Thur. March 10 Chiaroscuro Elemental Forms Drawing Assignment
Thur. March 10 Sketchbook–Journal review 1
Thur. March 10 Social Responsibilty Group PowerPoint preview
Spring Break March 14-18
Thur. March 24 Test – Art & Fear Part 1
Thur. March 24 Cross Contour (drapery still life) Drawing Assignment
Thur. April 7 Chiaroscuro Graphite & Charcoal Drawing Assignment
Thur. April 14 Test – Art & Fear Part 2
Thur. April 21 Chiaroscuro Ink Crosshatch Drawing Assignment
Tue. May 3 Chiaroscuro Faces Drawing Assignment
Tue. May 3 Sketchbook–Journal review 2
Thur. May 5 Social Responsibilty Group PowerPoint Presentation
Mon.–Thur. May 9-12 Return of sketchbooks and recent projects, no class
No final
Your name, title of the assignment, and date must be printed on the back of the drawing. All drawings must be cover-flapped at the TOP with newsprint and tape.
Important Note: Artwork not picked up at end of the semester become the propertyof Amarillo College.
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