Schedule of Classes

Fundamental concepts and techniques in drawing, using a variety of media and tools. Develop skills based on drawing from observation and invention.

Second part of a year-long course on developing fundamental concepts and techniques in drawing using a variety of media and tools. Developing objective and subjective use of imagery. Introduction to the human figure.

Visual art: its significance today and in history. Designed to enhance the student's understanding and enjoyment of painting, sculpture, and architecture.

Visual perception and analysis through drawing in development of direct observation with various subject areas of interest, i.e., still-life, landscape, human figure, non-objective, and abstraction. Traditional drawing media, methods of instrumentation, exploration of composition, and conceptual strategies are included.

Visual perception and analysis through drawing in variety of techniques involving line, area, and ground. Figure, still-life, and landscape drawing from direct observation and from imagination.

In-depth exploration of drawing processes, concepts, media and supports with projects designed to increase visual awareness and personal experience with subject matter and drawing content. Repeatable up to 6 semester hours.

Study of drawing processes, building and refining individual concepts with emphasis on contemporary approaches to pictorial design and composition. Repeatable up to 6 semester hours.

Advanced projects in drawing with emphasis on refinement of concepts and materials leading to an independent body of work. Repeatable up to 6 semester hours.

Emphasis on individual growth and development of a body of work reflecting clear understanding of drawing concepts, and mastery of skills and materials. Repeatable up to 6 semester hours.