Beginning Drawing /
Art 120
Instructor:
Room C 256
2:30-5:20 PM Item 0737,
Section D
6:30-9:20 PM Item
0738, Section E
5:30 -6:25 PM Room
C250B
Off ice Phone:
425-564-2479
Email: vsandblo@bellevuecollege.edu
COURSE OBJECTIVES: To develop greater
visual acuity and learn basic rendering skills. This course will address:
v accuracy of shape
v scale and proportion
v composition
v line quality
v volume and depth
v use of value to
create highlight and shadow
v atmospheric
perspective
v linear perspective
v the use of various
drawing media; charcoal, graphite, tonal paper
v presentation
** YOUR WORK WILL BE EVALUATED CONSIDERING
YOUR PROFICIENCY IN USING THESE OBJECTIVES IN YOUR DRAWINGS.
MATERIALS: A materials list is given out the first day
of class. You are required to have these materials 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). If you do not come
prepared to class, you are being inconsiderate to your fellow students and your
grade will suffer.
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 class. If you
miss information regarding an assignment, it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to get this
information from another student.
TEXT: The text for this class is Perspective
and Other Illusions. There are,
however, many other books on drawing. If
you are interested in a reading list of other drawing books, please ask me.
GRADING: Grades are awarded based upon in-class and
homework drawing assignments as well as attendance and class participation. 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. A studio environment where your instructor can assist you and
answer your questions is critical for the achievement of these objectives; come to class. The homework
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
ZERO"0"
*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. 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 work 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. Drawings completed in the studio
are from still-lives and you must be in class to see them. After 3
absences it is advised that you withdraw from the class, four 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 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 and it is also when roll is taken. 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 Six hour
per week/Three hours per class session studio course. If you do not feel that you can commit to the
entire six hours per week required, please consider taking another 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 the 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 DRC
student you may call 564-2498 or go in person to the DRC (Disability Resource Center)
office B132 in the student union building.
SUMMARY OF STUDENT DRAWINGS:
IN-CLASS DRAWINGS
v Squared Off- Transfer
v Developed
Contour and Negative Space
v Perspective: The
Hallway
v 1pt, 2pt
and 3pt Perspective
v The Cross
Contour
v The Intuitive Gesture-Form- Detail
v Value Scale (+/-)
v Light and
Texture
v Chiaroscuro
v The Final
HOMEWORK
DRAWINGS
v
Squared/
Off-Transfer Drawing
v
The
Measured Contour
v
The
Hallway
v
Perspective drawing using one and two point perspective
v
Cross
Contours of a cylinder/ glass on a book
v
3D
Sentence
v
Developed
Contour and Negative Space
v
Complex Five Value Chiaroscuro Drawing
v
Chiaroscuro/ Shading-
Three Eggs
v
Textured/Biomorphic form – Paper bag Mid Tone Drawing
v Your Own
Drawing
Keep all of your homework assignments in a
neatly arranged portfolio to hand in at the end of the term. You will be graded on its completeness and
quality.
Drawing
room C256 is a multi-use facility. There are usually three to four sections of
drawing and sometimes painting per quarter. It is important that we keep this
room organized, so PLEASE return your benches and easels to their
assigned areas before leaving the room. Please clean up after yourself. As a common courtesy to fellow students
and the classroom environment, cell phones are to be turned off in class. Speak
with me before class if you must leave your phone on.
Loud talking, eating
and inconsiderate behavior are not encouraged and will adversely effect your
grade. 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.
Beginning Drawing /
Art 120
Instructor:
Room C 256
2:30-5:20 PM Item 0737,
Section D
6:30-9:20 PM Item
0738, Section E
5:30 -6:25 PM Room
C250B
Off ice Phone:
425-564-2479
Email: vsandblo@bellevuecollege.edu
Materials
List
1)
24x27 Canvas Portfolio w/ Sketch Board
2)
18x24 Charcoal Pad
3)
18x24 Rough Newsprint Pad
4)
24ct Soft Vine Charcoal
5)
3pk CHAR-KOLE (x2)
6)
2pk 2B White Conte Crayon
7)
5x7 Chamois
8)
18” Steel Cork-Back Ruler
9)
4B Pencil
10)
HB Pencil
11)
4H Pencil
12)
Pink Pearl Eraser
13)
Large Kneaded Eraser
14)
#3 Stump (x2)
15)
Picture Perfect Viewfinder
16)
Paper Portfolio
17)
Midnight Murano Sheet (x2)
18)
Mid-Tone Murano Sheets (Storm, Platinum, Slate, Stone)
19)
Sandpaper Lead Pointer
Be sure to put your
name on your art materials!
You might also consider purchasing a “post
its”, an X-acto knife and an apron or smock.
If you already own certain of these materials, please feel free to use
them instead of purchasing new ones.
Additional
materials as needed may be purchased at the bookstore or:
Artist &
Craftsman Supply 4350 8th Ave NE, Seattle
206-545-0162
Utrecht
Linens 1124 Pike Street (corner of Pike & Minor)
Seattle (206) 382-9696
Daniel
Smith, Inc. 4150 First Avenue S.,
Seattle (206) 223-9599 or
15112 NE 24th Street, Bellevue (425) 643-1781
Bellevue
Art & Frame 1024 116th St. NE Bellevue
(425) 453-8959