Painting I Syllabus for 2015-2016
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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-2316-001 Painting I

Prerequisites

Prerequisites: ARTS 1311 and ARTS 1317

Course Description

Exploration of the potentials of painting media with emphasis on color and composition. Regular outside assignments.

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Department Expectations

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

None

Supplies

Be prepared — supplies for painting classes will be, in total, expensive. Supplies are available at: AC Bookstore, Michael’s, Hobby Lobby, or online at DickBlick.com, FlaxArt.com,
JerrysArtarama.com, Danielsmith.com, Artisan-san

Student Performance

Students will complete four paintings with specific criteria, demonstrate beginning painting techniques, knowledge of painting, knowledge of various painting media, history, composition, color mixing, making wooden stretchers, canvas stretching, framing and exhibiting.

ACGM pg 234

1.   To demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities.
2.   To understand those works as expressions of individual and human values within an
   historical and social context.
3.   To respond critically to works in the arts and humanities.
4.   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.
5.   To articulate an informed personal reaction to works in the arts and humanities.
6.   To develop an appreciation for the aesthetic principles that guide or govern the
   humanities and arts.
7.   To demonstrate knowledge of the influence of literature, philosophy, and/or the arts on
   intercultural experiences.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

Students are required to show professionalism, discipline, follow directions, show attention and cooperation, give respect, and fully participate.

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 by 3 grade points for each unexcused absence, and you will be advised by the instructor concerning continuing or withdrawing from the course.

Calendar

Important Requirement: This is a sophomore level course. Prerequisites are Design 1, Drawing 1, and Drawing 2 — so you are expected to have knowledge and skills in design and drawing in order to paint. Preparation must be made first in the sketchbook with thumbnail sketches approximately 2” x 3” and more developed full page color roughs. You may proceed to painting only after the instructor”s approval of a developed color rough.

Thur. Feb. 18 Synethesia-inspired Nonobjective painting, 48” x 36” or larger on stretched canvas, framed, prepared for exhibit and hung properly.

Thur. Mar. 10 Expressive painting, 36” x 24” or larger on stretched canvas, framed, prepared for exhibit and hung properly.

Thur. Apr. 7 Realistic still life painting, 18” x 24” or larger on stretched canvas, framed, prepared for exhibit and hung properly.

Thur. Apr. 28 Your choice painting, 36” x 24” or larger on stretched canvas, framed, prepared for exhibit and hung properly.

No final
Paintings not picked up by the end of the semester will become property of Amarillo College.

We will be busy, so don’t miss classes and don’t be tardy. There will be several hours of learning to paint, mix colors, prepare canvas, framing and hanging. You must work more hours than just in scheduled class time. You will need to come back to the class painting studio and paint. You may paint at home, but that does not excuse your from attending class. There are specific assignments and you must follow directions, do the research, preliminary work, and properly prepare the paintings for exhibit.

Additional Information

Instructor Contact: Associate Professor James Steven Cost: Office – Russell Hall 124C, office phone 345-5546, AC email: jscost@actx.edu. Instructor’s personal website – www.stevencost.com, email: steve@stevencost.com, personal c

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