Beginning Drawing / Art 120
Instructor: Victor Sandblom
Tuesday/Thursday
Room C 256
Item 0738, Section E
Spring 2004
Office Hours: Before or after class
upon request:
Off ice Phone: 425-564-2479
Email: vsandblo@bcc.ctc.edu
COURSE OBJECTIVES: To develop a sharper visual acuity and learn basic
rendering skills. This course will address:
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accuracy of
shape
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scale and
proportion
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composition
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line quality
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volume and depth
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use of value to
create highlight and shadow
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atmospheric
perspective
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linear
perspective
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the use of
various drawing media; charcoal, graphite, tonal paper
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presentation
** YOUR WORK WILL BE EVALUATED WITH REGARDS TO
YOUR PROFICIENCY IN THE USE OF THESE OBJECTIVES IN YOUR DRAWINGS.
MATERIALS: A materials list is given out
the first day of class. You are required to have these materials available to
you during class. Lockers are provided for this purpose. (Do not count on
purchasing the necessary materials during class at the Bookstore. Get them in
ADVANCE).
ASSIGNMENTS: No handouts will be given regarding your homework assignments. Information
on these assignments will be discussed by the instructor in class. Homework and
in-class assignments are part of the studio work. Directions and demonstrations
regarding the expectations of these assignments will be discussed during the
studio. If you miss information regarding an assignment, it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
to get that information from another student.
TEXT:
The text for this class is Drawing from Observation by Brian
Curtis. It is a good text representative
of a good college drawing class. There
are, however, many other books on drawing.
If you are interested in a reading list of some other good drawing
books, just ask me.
GRADING: Grading is
based on in-class and homework drawing assignments. These assignments are turned in on a regular basis
and graded throughout the quarter. Refer to the attached SYLLABUS of dates for
the specific schedule for this quarter. The in-class work is designed for the
achievement of the above stated drawing objectives in a studio environment
where your instructor can assist you and answer your questions. Note that there
are two "intro" in-class assignments that will be reviewed but not
graded. The home assignments will address more in-depth explorations of the
techniques discussed in class. Generally, persons who extend a reasonable
effort and MEET ALL THE REQUIREMENTS (assignments, attendance, etc.) will
attain at least a "C" level, although there are, of course, no
guarantees. A "C" level grade from this course on your transcripts or
resumes signifies that you are COMPETENT in your drawing abilities regarding
the above stated drawing objectives. "B" level will require an above
average, reasonably complete mastery of the drawing objectives. An
"A" level will additionally require outstanding skill development,
illustrated by exceptional drawings completed in both the homework and in-class
assignments. Grading on your work is done on a numerical scale as follows:
A = 9.5 A- = 9.0 B = 8.5 B- = 8.0 C =7.5
C- = 7 D = 6.5 D- = 6
*WORK TURNED IN LATE WILL BE LOWERED A
GRADE
*WORK NOT TURNED IN WILL BE ASSIGNED A
"0" ZERO
*STUDENTS MUST
COMPLETE AND TURN IN AT LEAST 75% OF DRAWINGS TO BE AWARDED CREDIT FOR THE
COURSE.
The assignments that
you turn in will be graded with the above number scale (with the exception of the
+/- intro assignments). For your final grade, these scores are simply added up
and averaged. You can gauge your grade at any time during the quarter by
keeping track of your scores and figuring your average.
An additional element
to your grade (approximately 10%) is your studio final evaluation. This is
based on attendance and working in class. If you have regular attendance (see
more on attendance below), bring the required drawing materials, participate in
critiques, and follow studio instructions, you will have no problems with the
studio evaluation.
ATTENDANCE:
100% attendance is very important to get the benefit of introductory lectures,
slide presentations, assignments and directions, critiques, and the
instructor's help with your work. You are responsible for obtaining information
which you may have missed in not attending class. The drawings which are to be
completed in studio, from in-class still-lives, are dependent on you being in
class. After 3 absences it is advised that you withdraw from the class, five
or more absences will equal an F. If
there is an extended illness or specific emergency which would warrant an
incomplete grade, you will need to notify your instructor. At least 70% of
class work must be successfully completed in order for an
"incomplete" grade to be assigned. For a full outline of the Art
& Humanities Procedures and Expectations, you are asked to review them on
the web at http://www.bcc.ctc.edu/artshum/studentinfo.html. It is important to
be IN the classroom when class is scheduled to begin. During the first portion
of class is when many instructions and pertinent information is introduced also
when roll is taken. It is to your advantage to be on time. If you miss roll, it
is your responsibility to let the instructor know you have arrived late;
otherwise you will be counted absent Students leaving half way through class
will also be counted absent for 1/2 day. This a 6 hour per week/3 hours per
class session studio course which you have signed up for if you do not feel that
you can commit to the entire 6 hours per week required please reconsider taking
the course.
CRITIQUES
AND REVIEWS: In-class drawings will be reviewed on the board
periodically and the homework drawings will be reviewed on the board at the
BEGINNING of class when due. Any drawing NOT on the bulletin board when it is due
will be considered late. Students will be expected to participate in the
critique/review process. This is an opportunity to ask questions about problems
you may have encountered, to see how other students approached the assignment,
and learn more about how to improve your work.
STUDENTS
WITH DISABILITIES: If you require accommodation based on a documented
disability, emergency medical information to share, or need special
arrangements in case of emergency evacuation, please make an appointment with
me as soon as possible. If you would like to inquire about becoming a DSS
student you may call 564-2498 or go in person to DSS(Disability
Support Services) program office C210 in the student union building.
INTERIOR DESIGN STUDENTS: Work may be retained for F I D E R accreditation.
All graded work will be collected for the scheduled FIDER visitation.
SUMMARY OF STUDENT DRAWINGS:
IN-CLASS DRAWINGS
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Value Scale
(+/-)
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The Gesture
drawing
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The Gesture-Form-
Detail drawing
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Perspective: The
Hallway drawing
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1pt,
2pt and 3pt Perspective
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The Cross
Contour
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The
Sphere
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Chiaroscuro
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The
Final
HOMEWORK DRAWINGS
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3-D Sentence (+/-)
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The
measured intuitive gesture
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Line drawing from observation/ the extended contour
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The Hallway
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One,
Two and Three point perspective
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Cross
contour / the striped cloth
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Cross
contour/biomorphic form/The Four Eggs
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Chiaroscuro
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Final
Drawing room C256 is
a multi-use facility. There are usually three to four sections of drawing here
per quarter and sometimes painting. The Continuing Education courses also use
this room on occasion. It is important that we keep this room organized, so
PLEASE return your benches and easels to their assigned areas before leaving
the room. At times you may want to continue working on a drawing from an
in-class still life. If you do want to do some additional work here, please
check the room schedule posted outside. Other instructors are not to be
expected to accommodate you during their classes.