Tuesday, March 15, 2016
Thursday, March 10, 2016
Monday, January 5, 2016
DE ANZA COLLEGE
Instructor: Barbara Allie
Course: ARTS 4A Beginning Drawing
Classes Meet Tuesday and Thursday Starting at12:30
Room A52
Email: alliebarbara@fhda.edu My Phone Number: 408.864.3524
Blog Address: http://deanzaarts4a.blogspot.com
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is an introductory course in basic elements of drawing using traditional and experimental media.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOME:
1.The student will reproduce the use of freehand drawing skills using a variety of techniques with traditional drawing media such as charcoal, graphite and ink. 2 The student will draw from an objective point of view using still-lifes and photographs as well as from the imagination. 3 The student will create drawing compositions using the basic elements and principles of design.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOME:
1.The student will reproduce the use of freehand drawing skills using a variety of techniques with traditional drawing media such as charcoal, graphite and ink. 2 The student will draw from an objective point of view using still-lifes and photographs as well as from the imagination. 3 The student will create drawing compositions using the basic elements and principles of design.
CLASS PROJECTS:
Each class will begin with lecture, demonstration and discussion. There will be at least one project assigned each day. More time will be allocated for more advanced drawings.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW!
It is very simple. I expect all of you to be respectful of myself, of your peers and of the learning environment and to take responsibility for your own actions and behaviors. Any behavior that interferes with either (1) my ability to conduct the class or (2) the ability of other students (or yourself) to profit from the instructional program will not be tolerated.
This Includes:
Arriving late to class.
Disruptive entrances and exits during lecture, if you must leave early, or arrive late, do so quietly.
Sleeping during class. Stay at home if you want to nap, it’s more comfortable.
Carrying on personal conversations while I am lecturing.
Not turning off cell phones while in class.
Text messaging and reading newspapers during lecture.
Other important information:
I reserve the right to make changes to my syllabus at any time.
It is the responsibility of each student to participate in class and keep informed on any changes or new information given during lecture.
I will not give you lecture notes, if you miss class, ask a peer to fill you in on what you missed.
If you miss an exam, quiz or other assignment, and you have a valid excuse, you must take the time to come and speak with me IN PERSON. You must bring proof of your valid excuse or I will not even consider your request to make up the missed work. I will not respond to emails regarding missed due dates.
If you miss three unexcused classes I will drop you from the class.
It is the responsibility of the student to drop classes; I will not drop you after the first week of class. If you decide you do not want to take this class and fail to drop, you will receive a grade of F at the end of the quarter. This grade is the bad because it makes you appear irresponsible.
* Please take responsibility for your failures and mistakes as well as your successes by not making excuses.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Learn basic drawing principles as they relates to drawing.
Demonstrate an understanding of the terminology, tools, and techniques used in drawing process.
Apply drawing skills in the interpretation of subject matter.
Plan and produce effective drawings.
Draw from an objective point as well from imagination.
Demonstrate an understanding of the creative process (planning, intuition, technique, execution and evaluation).
REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS
“Keys to Drawing”, by Bert Dodson – ISBN 978-0-89134-337-0
Art Supply Kit is Available in at the De Anza Bookstore.
METHODS OF EVALUATION
Student’s ability to solve drawing problems
Projects that demonstrate an understanding of various elements and principles of drawing.
Portfolio of all course work.
Demonstration of growth! Are you improving and developing new ideas and skills?
Final project of accumulated skills.
How well you clean up after yourself and adhere to cleaning policies.
Failure to submit assignments or late submissions
Effort, neatness, professional appearance, working diligently and with focus
Punctuality and handing in all required work on time.
Class participation: sharing ideas in class discussions and critiques, alertness, following instructions, being respectful and cooperative in the classroom
Points will be deducted if you fail to bring required items to class.
Point system:
1,000 possible points
Knowledge of drawing materials and techniques = 150 points
Class Projects= 500 points
Final Project= 200 points
Test = 100 points (the tests may be written or painting assignments)
Class participation = 50 points
GRADING
Your earned grade will depend on the effort you put into class participation, assignments, quizzes, and your final project. Assignments are due at the beginning of class on the designated date. All written work must be typed, and proofread before it is submitted.
1000 points – 800 = A
800 points – 600 = B
600 points – 500 = C
500 points – 400 = D
400 points – 200 = F
MISSED ASSIGNMENTS:
If unable to attend class, it is your responsibility to get the missing assignments from one of your peers. I would advise you to get the name and email of another student in class within the first two or three days of class.
FINAL PROJECT (It is mandatory that you be in attendance during the final day – no exceptions)
Students are to present examples of their assignments created during the quarter in class. I will discuss this in more detail as the final draws near. If you are unable to make a final presentation you will have the option to turn in a six page term paper on a topic approved by instructor several weeks ahead of due date.
QUIZZES
The quizzes will cover material presented in lectures, readings, online materials, and class activities. Quiz dates will be announced one week in advance.
CLASS PARTICIPATION
Participation grades will be determined by 1) the quality and quantity of class exercises and course activities completed and 2) participation in class.
Additional descriptive material and course content will be presented as the courses proceeds. Please feel free to contact instructor about all concerns related to this class. Should you want to talk on a one on one basis please email me at the above address.
DRAWING SUPPLIES: Student Materials List
White (Strathmore) bond drawing paper, 18” x 24”
Newsprint pad, 18” x 24”
White (Strathmore) bond drawing paper, 18” x 24”
Charcoal pencils and sticks (darkest color)
Vine charcoal sticks
Conte’ Crayons Black, Brown, and White
Charcoal stumps (trillions)
Chamois
Graphite pencils 6h, 4h, 2h, 2b, 4b, and 6b
Ink Black and Sepia (brown) ink
Pen, Speedball w/2 different size nibs: medium & large
1 watercolor brush #7 (inexpensive)
Erases (art gum pink pearl, kneaded)
Drawing board, 24” x 30”
Xacto #1 knife and blades #11 (5 pkg)
1 knife with retractable blade, Xacto brand
18’ ruler (wooden with metal edge)
Sketchbook (average size)
Fixative (Krylon)
Portfolio container large enough to hold papers 18” x 24”
NOTE: You will be required to buy extra colored papers. I will explain in class exactly what you are to buy and when.
Wednesday, March 9, 2016
Final Assignment
For your final in this class, you are to select three drawings that you feel are particularly good. They should be selected from three different mediums, that we explored in the class over the quarter. Then, you are to show them to your fellow students, while explaining why you think they are good drawings.
You should limit the presentation time to no more than ten minutes. You may however present them in any way you choose. For example you could take photos of them, and put them into a PowerPoint presentation. However, you may want to just mount them a a presentation board; which would be perfectly acceptable.
This presentation will take place on the last day of class.
You will also be graded on your portfolio of all of the artwork that you did in class as well. This portfolio is due the last day that we hold class. I will take them all home and grade them, and then return the portfolio to you the day of the final. You may want to select the three drawings you are going to present in class, and take photos of them; so, that you have something to refer to as you are pulling together your presentation.
Please feel free to email me if you have any questions about this final assignment or what you should turn in in your portfolio. I will go over every thing about the final in class as well.
You should limit the presentation time to no more than ten minutes. You may however present them in any way you choose. For example you could take photos of them, and put them into a PowerPoint presentation. However, you may want to just mount them a a presentation board; which would be perfectly acceptable.
This presentation will take place on the last day of class.
You will also be graded on your portfolio of all of the artwork that you did in class as well. This portfolio is due the last day that we hold class. I will take them all home and grade them, and then return the portfolio to you the day of the final. You may want to select the three drawings you are going to present in class, and take photos of them; so, that you have something to refer to as you are pulling together your presentation.
Please feel free to email me if you have any questions about this final assignment or what you should turn in in your portfolio. I will go over every thing about the final in class as well.
Tuesday, March 8, 2016
Final date and times
The date and times for our Final for this class will be Thursday March
between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM. I will post on the blog the exact nature
of the Final by this coming Thursday. Not much time left for your class
to meet.
Monday, March 7, 2016
Working with Pen and Ink
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyBgRqbbijM
Please watch the above video about working with pen and ink before tomorrow's class. Also, remember to bring to class black ink only and a pen holder and nib that is in your kit. Then too, your good drawing paper pad.
Please watch the above video about working with pen and ink before tomorrow's class. Also, remember to bring to class black ink only and a pen holder and nib that is in your kit. Then too, your good drawing paper pad.
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
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