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20815205 Drawing 1
Course Information
Description
This is an introductory drawing class emphasizing sound craftsmanship and the study of basic freehand drawing from direct observation. Class topics include the study of perspective, proportion, composition, and properties of light and shade. Students will explore a variety of drawing media and techniques. Participation in class critiques is required.
Total Credits
3

Course Competencies
  1. Create a direct observational cross contour still life drawing
    Assessment Strategies
    Multi-session drawing
    Criteria
    Drawing shows a variety of line types
    Drawing uses diagrammatic lines that assist to find symmetry, balance, placement, size, shape, and alignment of subjects
    Drawing shows lines that describe edges of forms
    Drawing includes a minimum of five objects
    Drawing shows forms overlapping in space
    Drawing shows accurate proportions of symmetrical objects and pitch of ellipses
    Drawing displays subjects with varied forms
    Drawing reflects a thoughtful and creative solution to composition
    Drawing has a clean presentation (straight borders, no smudges, no spills, etc.)

  2. Create a direct observational still life drawing of subjects using accumulated rendering techniques in graphite
    Assessment Strategies
    Multi-session drawing
    Criteria
    Use accumulated rendering techniques in graphite
    Drawing depicts a minimum of five objects
    Drawing shows forms overlapping in space
    Drawing shows volume created through the organization of value, using the six properties of light and shadow
    Drawing displays subjects that are described by areas of value that define the edges of forms without the use of outlines
    Drawing shows accurate proportions of symmetrical objects and pitch of ellipses
    Drawing shows effective use of accumulated shading techniques in graphite
    Drawing reflects a thoughtful and creative solution to composition
    Drawing has a clean presentation (straight borders, no smudges, no spills, etc.)

  3. Create a direct observational still life drawing of subjects using charcoal rendering methods
    Assessment Strategies
    Multi-session drawing
    Criteria
    Use charcoal rendering methods
    Drawing depicts a minimum of five objects
    Drawing displays subjects that are described by areas of value that define the edges of forms without the use of outline
    Drawing shows accurate proportions of symmetrical objects and pitch of ellipses
    Drawing shows a clear understanding of volume created through the organization of value, using the six properties of light and shadow
    Drawing shows an organization of value to show a sense of depth
    Drawing reflects a thoughtful and creative solution to composition
    Drawing has a clean presentation (straight borders, no smudges, no spills, etc.)

  4. Create a linear perspective drawing
    Assessment Strategies
    Multi-session drawing
    Criteria
    Differentiate one-point and two-point linear perspective
    Drawing displays effective use of a single horizon line, vanishing points, and convergence of objects in two-point perspective
    Drawing displays a structure with planes that appear to recede perpendicular to the picture plane
    Drawing displays the illusion of space through diminution in scale from foreground to background
    Drawing includes construction lines to show process
    Drawing shows a use of varied lines weight to describe contours of objects
    Drawing displays the use of ellipses relative to eye level
    Drawing reflects a thoughtful and creative solution to composition
    Drawing has a clean presentation (straight borders, no smudges, no spills, etc.)

  5. Create a direct observational heightened drawing of still life objects
    Assessment Strategies
    Multi-session drawing
    Criteria
    Drawing uses a middle-value paper to represent the values of the lights side or the shadow side of the forms depending on their local value (no mixing black and white charcoal)
    Drawing depicts a minimum of five objects
    Drawing shows overlapping forms
    Drawing displays the use of black and white charcoal pencils to model the dark and light values according the six properties of light and shadow
    Drawing shows an organization of value to show a sense of depth
    Drawing displays the use of accumulated shading techniques (no smearing)
    Drawing reflects a thoughtful and creative solution to composition
    Drawing has a clean presentation (straight borders, no smudges, no spills, etc.)

  6. Create a direct observational drapery drawing using the reductive drawing technique
    Assessment Strategies
    Multi-session drawing
    Criteria
    Drawing shows a depiction of drapery with a sense of weight
    Drawing shows a depiction of drapery with accurate proportions and underlying volumes
    Drawing uses the reductive drawing technique to render the drapery
    Drawing displays a full range of value using the six properties of light and shadow
    Drawing reflects a thoughtful and creative solution to composition
    Drawing has a clean presentation (straight borders, no smudges, no spills, etc.)

  7. Draw an embellished self-portrait from photo references
    Assessment Strategies
    Multi-session drawing
    Criteria
    Drawing shows a sense of likeness through accurate proportions and placement of the anatomy of the head and shoulders
    Drawing shows a refined use of the medium chosen for the project
    Drawing uses objects or shapes-based design in negative space to explore and describe aspects of self, personal beliefs, or cultural traditions important to you
    Drawing shows a refined use of value to describe form using the six properties of light and shadow
    Drawing establishes a figure ground relationship based on the organization of value and detail
    Drawing reflects a thoughtful and creative solution to composition
    Drawing has a clean presentation (straight borders, no smudges, no spills, etc.)