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ARTS-1316-004 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.
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(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)
On Campus Course
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:
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
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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Students are required attend class, be on time and not leave early. Stundents must give attention, follow directions, meet deadlines, show professionalism, discipline, courtesy, respect, participation, and cooperation.
Grades will be posted as a percentage of 100 (100% is perfect), and as a letter grade
Grading Schema:
Grading Schema:
A = 89.5% - 100%; B = 79.5% - 89%; C =69.5% - 79%; D = 59.5% -69%; F = 0% -59%
There will be drawing assignments, critiques, tests, journal reviews, and a group assignment.
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.
Under special circumstances, students must contact instructor for opportunity to make-up attendance. Written documentation concerning reason for missing required deadline.
1. There will be graded specific assigned drawings created during class time. The instructor will demonstrate, lecture with examples — as well as help during class time. There may be some homework.
2. Grades will be given for participation in critiques.
3. Tests will be taken online, based on the customized required textbook Steven Cost’s Drawing 1 (by Brian Curtis). Note page numbering is at the top of the textbook pages.
4. Drawing 1 students will be graded on their required participation in the Core Curriculum
Social Responsibilty Group Assignment in the form of a PowerPoint. This grade has twice the weight as the other grades.
5.Two grades are given for journaling and drawing in the sketchbook-journal (two reviews).
6. After two “free” absences, the final class grade will be reduced 3 points for each unexcused absence
7. Completion deadline dates will be announced in class.
Graded
Week Activity Description
1 Getting Started, Materials, Mechanics
2 Test Getting Started, Materials, Mechanics and Gestural Drawing Pages 1-44
2 Drawing Intuitive Gesture in Graphite
3 Drawing Intuitive Gesture in Charcoal
4 Drawing Intuitive Gesture in Ink
5 Critique Intuitive Gesture Drawings
5 Test Composition, pages 45-73
5 Drawing Abstract Drawing
6 Critique Abstract Drawing
6 Journal First Review
6 Social Responsibilty Group PowerPoint preview
7 Test Perspective and Proportion, pages 75-152
7 Drawing Perspective – Imaginary Birdhouses, pages 126-134
8 Critique Perspective – Imaginary Birdhouses
8 Test Chiaroscuro
8 Drawing Chiaroscuro Elemental Forms
9 Drawing Cross Contour with drapery still life, pages 153-175
10-11 Drawing Chiaroscuro in Ink Crosshatch
12 Drawing Chiaroscuro Faces
13-14 Drawing Chiaroscuro Still Life and Scenery
15 Critique Chiaroscuro
15 Journal Second Review
15 Social Responsibilty Group PowerPoint Work Week
16 Core (x2) Social Responsibilty Group PowerPoint Presentation
No final
Important Note: Drawings or sketchbook-journals not picked up at end of the semester become the property of Amarillo College.
No additional information available
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