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ARTS 202, Life Drawing, Fall 2008, 9:00 - 11:50 Tues. and Thurs., Room 222 Harris Hall, 3 credits.
Instructor: Ms. Dort, Room 216E Harris Hall, phone: 524-5856; e-mail: sdort@vsu.edu
Office Hours: 12-1 Monday and Wednesday, 12-2 Tuesday and Thursday Course Description:
A continuation of the drawing fundamentals and expression introduced during the freshman year using the human figure as the means of study. Pencil, charcoal, conte and wash media are explored. Course includes weekly critiques and discussions.
Prerequisites: ARTS101, 102 and 103
Text:
Drawing from Life by Clint Brown and Cheryl McLean. ISBN 0-534-61353-5
Requirements:
A. Attendance is mandatory.
· Each student may have up to two (2) unexcused absences during the semester.
· Each unexcused absence after that will result in a reduction of the final grade for course of five (5) points.
· 3 lates will add up to one absence.
· Leaving before being excused will be considered an unexcused absence.
· Sleeping and any disruptive behavior in the class will likewise be considered an unexcused absence.
· Any absence will lower the quality of your portfolio.
· To obtain an excused absence, the instructor must be notified in advance (or, in case of an emergency, as soon as possible) and written proof must be provided.
B. Students who are covered under the American Disability Act should privately inform the teacher of this fact so that appropriate instructional arrangements can be made.
C. Students are required to bring all necessary tools and related materials to class.
D. Drawing assignments are to be kept neatly in portfolio and if necessary matted and turned in for final grading.
E. On time class attendance and participation are essential. Assignments will be given at the beginning of each class. Instructions will not be repeated.
SUPPLIES (BRING TO EVERY CLASS)
ASSORTMENT OF GRAPHITE DRAWING PENCILS:
HB, 2B (several), 4B, 6B, etc.
Ebony pencils
ERASERS: kneaded, gum, ruby or pink pearl
OTHER SUPPLIES:
Several sticks of vine charcoal
Compressed charcoal
Conte crayons and conte pencils in black, white and grey
India ink and brushes and container for water such as a tin can
Black sharpie felt tip pen (and assortment of colors optional)
Set of oil or chalk pastels and set of watercolors and brushes
Paper glue or glue sticks or spray adhesive (sprays can only be used outside)
Hand-held pencil sharpener
Pen knife and supply of blades
Scissors
Drafting tape
Metal ruler (at least 18” long)
Portfolio for storing and presenting artwork
Tackle box for storing and carrying supplies
Lock for locker
PAPER:
pad of charcoal paper, at least 18 x 24
pad of watercolor paper or paper suitable for India ink
variety of good grade drawing paper at least 18 x 24
sketchbook in a comfortable size to always carry around with you
portfolio for carrying your drawings
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