John Pollock, Professor Summer Semester 2007
Office LA 102 M-TH or F 1:00-5:00
Telephone: 657-2985 LA 116
Office hours: M-TH 12:45-1:00
June 19 - July 21
COURSE NUMBER: ART 461
TITLE: ADVANCED DRAWING
CREDITS: 4 credits
PREREQUISITE(S): Art 361
DESCRIPTION: Development of the student's personal expression and style. Includes the principles of drawing exemplified in works of historic and contemporary masters.
OBJECTIVE: This course furthers the drawing knowledge begun in Art 161 and Art 261 and continued in Art 361. Emphasis is on increased skill, awareness of the varieties and potentials of drawing mediums and awareness of drawing's potential as a means to personal expression.
METHOD OF PRESENTATION: Information is presented to this class by lectures, demonstration, class and individual critiques and the creation of the student's individual works of art created with drawing mediums.
OUTCOMES: This course involves the usage and development of Visual Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Reflexive Awareness, Observing Skills, and Fine Arts Appreciation and Awareness.
ASSESSMENT: Assessment is achieved through evaluation of the art works created by the student with emphasis on craft, originality, visual and content power, and professionalism.
GRADING: The following criteria will be evaluated in the grading process:
1. The handling of the drawing materials,
2. The aesthetic approach to the making of the image,
3. Completion of specific assignments,
4. Presentation of the drawings,
5. Participation in discussions and activities, and
6. Attendance.
OUTLINE: (Basic fundamentals covered)
A. Increased drawing skills and techniques
B. Increased anatomical awareness
C. Increased critical (and self critical) awareness
D. Increased awareness and successful use of drawing materials
E. Increased professionalism in drawing, drawing presentation and self presentation
SUMMER COURSE OBJECTIVES: Because of the shorter summer session, not all of the objectives can be taught to the same degree. This course will concentrate on creating the illusion of three-dimensional forms by using line and value.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: Work done for credit in this class must be original. Copies of other artworks or photographs are not acceptable. An artwork that has been done for credit in another class may not be used for credit in this course. The following drawing assignments are the minimum requirements for this course.
1. In-class Drawings: Students will draw specific assignments during almost all class periods. At least two drawings from each class period shall be saved by the student and handed in for review and grading by the instructor.
PORTFOLIO DUE DATES
1st- June 28
2nd- July 18
2. Out-of-Class Drawing: This drawing is to be done outside of class and is meant to be a completed compositional drawing (not a study). The drawing will be due on the assigned day and will have assigned subject matter. Late drawings will be accepted but lowered in grade.
DUE DATE FOR OUT-OF-CLASS DRAWING
July 20
HEALTH CONCERNS: Certain materials and equipment used during this class can present health hazards. Caution and proper handling should be used at all times.
STUDENT PROPERTY: All student property must be removed by the student within one week of the end of the semester. Any student property left in the classroom or department and not removed will be disposed of by faculty or staff. The department does not assume responsibility for personal property left at any time.
NASAD STANDARDS: The National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) standards require that a 3 credit studio course to meet for six hours per week. Students are expected to put in an additional three hours per week on out of class course assignments.
Department of Art Attendance Policy
All official absences may be made-up by the student. Other reasonable non-official absences such as illnesses, accidents, court appearances, etc. may also be made up as determined by the instructor. Proof of the reason for the absence may be required.
When issued, an official absence is an excuse for time only and does not mean that a student is excused from the study assignments for that period. Each student is responsible for making up all work missed, as required by the instructor.
Summer Classes:
Only official absences and a reasonable amount (2) of non-official absences may be made up. Students, who have a total of (2) classes that have not been made up, will have one letter grade subtracted from their final grade. For each additional class missed by the student, an additional grade will be subtracted. Made-up class will not count towards the total hours missed.
MAKE-UP WORK: When absences are excused and necessary, the student may make-up the missed session by any of the two options listed below. Note: A student may make up a maximum of two non-official excused absences. Make-up work must be clearly labeled and turned in separate from other assignments.
Option A: For each class period missed do all of the following.
1. Four drawings of hands, drawn life-size and in different positions. Spend 20 minutes per hand.
2. Two drawings of the head, neck, shoulder area in different positions. Spend 30 minutes per drawing.
3. One drawing, composing a figure into a rectangular space to make a composition. Spend 2 hours on this drawing.
Option B: For each class period missed do a completed composition of a subject assigned by the instructor. Spend 4 to 8 hours on this drawing.
INCOMPLETE GRADE POLICY: Incomplete grades will be granted only with proof of extreme personal hardship as described in the General Bulletin.
AFTER HOURS STUDIO USE POLICY: After hours art studio use is established by the policy posted in each studio. All students who use these facilities are expected to follow posted policies.
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
If you have a disability and wish to discuss academic accommodations, please make an appointment with me during my office hours. Validation from Disability Support Services authorizing your accommodations will be needed.
TEXT: No text is required for this course, but students should take advantage of the many books published on drawing.
SUGGESTED BIBLIOGRAPHY:
Perspective Drawing and Application, by Charles A. O’Connor, Jr.
The Art of Perspective Drawing, by Walter Brooks
The Natural Way to Draw, by Kimon Nicolaides
The Art of Drawing, by Bernard Chaet
Mendelowitz’s Guide to Drawing, by Duane A. Wakeham
Drawing, A Contemporary Approach, by Claudis Betti and Ted Sale
The Art of Responsive Drawing, by Nathan Goldstein
Figure Drawing, by John Raynes
An Atlas of Anatomy for Artists, by Dr. M. Auerbach
LAB FEE: A Lab Fee of $40.00 is charged to students registered for the drawing courses. This fee covers the cost of the paper used by the students for in-class work and helps support the expenses of hiring models.
ESTIMATED ADDITIONAL COST OF COURSE: $25.00-50.00
REQUIRED MATERIALS NOT COVERED BY LAB FEE:
Two Office Clips
Masking Tape
Conte Crayons (Soft Black & Brown)
Plastic Eraser
Char-kole Sticks
Drawing Pencils (3 to 6)
Portfolio (24”x 36”)
Spray Fixative
Roller Ball Ink Pen
Other materials as necessary