Art Fundamentals

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Semester Goals
Grey Scale Project Self-Evaluation
3D Ceramic Household Item
Under the Microscope Evaluation

RESOURCES

Complex Object Sketch
Elements & Principles of Design
Composition Sketches
Under the Microscope
Apple Drawing

Art fundamentals is an introductory course to the visual arts, as well as a prerequisite to several of the studio electives.  This semester offers hands-on experience with making art, familiarity with art vocabulary and concepts, and a broader understanding of the visual arts role in contemporary society.  Studio projects will explore two and three dimensional design, color theory, painting, and observational drawing using a variety of media.  Historically significant techniques and influences will be presented and discussed with each project.  

GRADING:

50% Major Projects

50% Process

    Daily Studio Participation

    Group/Self Critiques

    Journal Sketches

    Practice Assignments

    Daily Clean-Up

Final Exam (10% final grade)

    Blog

    Studio Clean-up

Extra Credit:

Extra credit may be earned by giving a short presentation of an item of interest pertaining to art.  This could include (but is not limited to) a specific artist that you have researched, a video that is related to an art concept, or an article.  Be prepared to share your item of interest to the class.  Extra credit will be awarded when a link to the item has been emailed to me.  A short description of the item and why you chose it must be included in the email.