Beginning Drawing /
Art 120
Instructor:
Room C 256
9:30 -12:20 AM Item 0767, Section B
5:30-8:20 PM Item 0770, Section E
Office Hours: Monday/Wednesday
8:30 -9:25 AM
Room C250B
Off ice Phone: 425-564-2479
Email: vsandblo@bcc.ctc.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 Drawing from
Observation by Brian Curtis. It is
fairly representative of a good college drawing class. 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, 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 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 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
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
9:30 -12:20 AM Item 0767, Section B
5:30-8:20 PM Item 0770, Section E
Office Hours: Monday/Wednesday
8:30 -9:25 AM
Room C250B
Off ice Phone: 425-564-2479
Email: vsandblo@bcc.ctc.edu
Materials
List
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Pad of
newsprint paper, 18”x24”, 100 sheets, rough
·
Pad of Strathmore
charcoal paper, 18”x24”
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2
Sheets black Mid- toned charcoal paper (Mi-teintes)
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Mid-
toned charcoal paper, 18”x 24”, buy four sheets of your choice (Mi-teintes)
·
Graphite
pencils, 4B, HB, 4H
·
Pencil
sharpener
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Pink
pearl eraser
·
Kneaded
eraser
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2 Packages of vine charcoal, soft
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Weber
Costell Charkole, box of 12, compressed charcoal
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White
Conte’ sticks, pack of two
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Stompe
or tortillon, mid sized
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Chamois
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Masking
tape.
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Drawing
Board and clamps, 25 1/2” x 22 1/2 ”
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Ruler
(Clear, wide and 12” long or longer)
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A
container for your materials (Artbin, tackle box, etc.)
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,
Utrecht
Linens 1124 Pike Street (corner of Pike &
Minor)
Daniel Smith,
Inc. 4150 First Avenue S., Seattle (206) 223-9599
or 15112 NE 24th
Street, Bellevue (425) 643-1781