Spring, 2024

ART 130A 

Meets at the Ocean campus once per week each Monday 9:10 - 12:00 p.m. The remainder of the content will be experienced asynchronously through the Canvas Learning System. 

Schedule: 

• Mondays 9:10 am - 12:00 pm  Ocean Campus Room  (Required)

• Weekly Canvas Module content & Assignments (Weekly log-on required)

Important Info:

• Log on to Canvas before the start of the semester for the course preview and get started info.

• Both the on-campus meetings and weekly Canvas Module log-in and deadlines are required.  

• Only registered students may enter the classroom.  Contact the instructor and see instructions if you wish to add the course.

You must be logged into the Canvas course to access some links.

Basic Drawing

ART 130A  Spring 2024

Section: 861 CRN: 33378

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Apply drawing techniques effectively.

2. Use visual principles of design to create an effective figure-ground composition.

3. Distinguish between drawings from diverse cultures with regard to working approaches and the connections between art and cultural and social awareness.

4. Evaluate works based on artistic principles and revise one's own work in response to critique.

Class Meeting Information and Dates

Start and End Dates

January 12, 2024 - May 22, 2024

Important Dates

Last day to add: February 2, 2024

Last day to drop with a refund: January 29, 2024

Last day to drop without 'W': February 2, 2024

Last day to drop with 'W': April 18, 2024

Last day to elect pass/no pass: NA

01/12-05/22

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09:10 am - 12:00 pm

Judson Village 812

Dates

Days

Times

Location

Hybrid Class Requirements:

• Weekly In-person meeting - Mondays 9:10 am - 12:00 pm (required)

• Weekly Canvas Module- asynchronous with deadlines (required)

Course Information

Course Description/Overview

A course in the theory and practice of drawing using a variety of media and subject matter. The student will develop drawing skills through the use of line, plane, tone, shape, form, volume, chiaroscuro and perspective. Group and individual instruction related to progressive assignments will encourage subjective and analytical development.

Transferability

UC/CSU

Requisites/Advisories

 RECOMMENDED PREP: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: ART 125A

Grading Options

Letter

Instructor Information

Name: Ginny Miller-Bowen (she/her)

Email: vmiller@ccsf.edu

Office Number: Classroom JV812

Website

Ginny Miller-Bowen Faculty Website

Office Hours: Mondays 12:00 - 12:30 pm or by arrangement via Zoom

Communication Plan

Prefered Contact Method:

• Canvas Conversations (prefered method) or email:  vmiller@cccsf.edu 

Communication Notes:

• I check messages most weekdays and will respond within two working days. 

• I will send out Canvas Announcements with vital info at least once a week.

• We will participate in topical weekly Canvas Discussions which count as part of your attendance. 

• Turn on Canvas notifications for messages, announcements, and grade submission notes and check these at least weekly.

Covid-19 Guidelines

Please read the Covid-19 Guidelines & Resources For our Course:

• Covid-19 Guidelines & Info: Procedures, Safety, Reporting, Testing

Expectations of Students and Instructors

Hybrid Course Expectations:

Required Weekly In-Person Class Expectations:

• Monday class meetings are required and count as part of your attendance.

• We will review the week’s tasks, view demos, and draw together.

Required Weekly Canvas Module & Independent Work Expectations:

• Weekly Canvas Log-on and participation in the weekly Canvas Discussion are required and count as part of your attendance.

• Students will use Canvas to access learning material, view videos and assignment instructions, participate in discussions, submit assignments, and view announcements, messages, grades, and submission feedback. 

• Expect to spend at least 5 hours a week working independently in addition to the once-a-week in-person meeting.

Classroom Community: 

The classroom is a community that we build together. The class dynamic depends on your energy, initiative, attitude, productivity, and willingness to get involved. You each bring something unique and valuable to the classroom -- whether your background, your questions, and your experiences with the material. You will have many opportunities this semester to learn from each other, and that will be improved through thoughtful collaborative interactions.

Netiquette - Keep these guidelines in mind when interacting online. 

• Take time to understand the context of a discussion before you post your thoughts.

• Be careful how you phrase things. Online communications are easier to misinterpret.

• Don't be confrontational, don’t swear, don't use disrespectful language.

• Make yourself look good online. Know what you are talking about and make sense.

• Use proper grammar and spelling at all times.

• Be specific and helpful rather than hurtful or vague when giving advice about or analysis of someone’s work or opinion.

• Don’t ever share student or instructor drawings, postings, or recordings with anyone who is not in this course. This would violate the code of conduct agreement.

Photography of Artworks by Instructor: 

• I occasionally select student work for documentation and inclusion in my student portfolio and for use as student examples. Enrollment in this course constitutes agreement to this documentation and use of images for this purpose.

Equity Statement

Anti-Discrimination Policy

The San Francisco Community College District is committed to creating and maintaining a community free of all forms of unlawful discrimination, including sex-based discrimination (which includes sexual harassment and sexual violence.) The District has adopted detailed Title IX and Sex-Based Discrimination policies and regulations addressing unlawful discrimination, including sex-based discrimination (which includes sexual harassment and sexual violence.) 

Respect for Diversity:

It is my intent that students from all diverse backgrounds and perspectives be well served by this course, that students' learning needs be addressed both in and out of class, and that the diversity that students bring to this class be viewed as a resource, strength, and benefit. It is my intent to present materials and activities that are respectful of diversity: gender, sexuality, disability, age, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, race, and culture. Your suggestions are encouraged and appreciated. In addition, if any of our class meetings conflict with your religious events, please let me know so that we can make arrangements for you.

Attendance Policies

Attendance Policy: 

• In-person attendance and completing the weekly Canvas module and discussion each week are required and are considered your attendance for this course.

• Do not come to class with Covid-19 symptoms or if you have tested positive. Contact the instructor and self-report as soon as possible and you will be excused. Follow CCSF Covid-19 protocol 

• Communicate with the instructor about any extenuating circumstances. 

Drop Policy:

• Students may be dropped from the course in the first two weeks if they miss class, or fail to log onto Canvas each week and complete the weekly Canvas discussion by the deadline.

• Students may be withdrawn (W) from the course at any time before the last drop deadline if they 

  • Miss 3 or more in-person classes in a row, or 

  • Miss 3 or more Canvas discussions in a row, or 

  • Have 6 or more total unexcused absences including any combination of in-person classes, and/or Canvas discussions, or

  • Are missing 6 or more assignments.

Withdrawal “W”

• If a student withdraws from a class or if an instructor withdraws a student from a class between the last day to drop and the last day for withdrawal, a “W” symbol will appear on the student’s permanent record. 

Field Trip Information

A field trip to a museum may be required.  

Grading Policies and Evaluation Methods

Final Semester Grades Based On:

• 75% Drawings & Projects - Completion and quality of projects measured by rubric. 

• 25% Participation including attendance & Canvas discussions.

Late Assignment Policy:

• All assignments are expected to be submitted to Canvas by the due dates.

• Late submissions are often accepted but  will usually lower the grade of that assignment. (See rubrics.)

• Communicate with the instructor if you have an extenuating circumstance to get an extension.

• An absence does not constitute an extension on the due date, you must communicate with the instructor.

• Students who are registered with the DSP office may receive extra time accommodations - please communicate with instructor regarding this.

• Late submissions will not be accepted past the “Last day to submit late work” date.

• Final Projects may not be submitted or presented late.

Standards of Conduct

Students who register in CCSF classes must abide by the CCSF Student Code of Conduct. Violation of the code is basis for referral to the Student Conduct Coordinator or dismissal from class or the College. See the Office of Student Affairs.

Collaborating on or copying of tests or homework in whole or in part will be considered an act of academic dishonesty. See these links on Plagiarism:

Encourage Academic Integrity and Prevent Plagiarism

Citing Information Sources

Plagiarism and Use of AI is Prohibited

• Academic or intellectual dishonesty, such as cheating or plagiarism are considered violations of CCSF Standards of Conduct.

• Copying or submitting artwork or text in whole or in part that is not your own is considered plagiarism.

• The use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools for written or drawing assignments is considered plagiarism. 

Student Services

Financial Aid

Unlock Your Financial Aid Potential: FAFSA/CADAA Adventure Awaits! Learn more about FAFSA and CADAA. Come visit us in the Financial Aid Office located in MUB 270 or email: finaid@ccsf.edu

Counseling

Counselors are here to help you find your way through City College and support you in completing your educational goals. Please make an appointment to see a counselor by visiting Counseling. To view your education plan, please visit Degree Works.

Admissions and Records

The Office of Admissions and Records/Registration is the beginning and the end, along with everything in between in your journey at CCSF. From getting started to registering each term to completing your degree and accessing your academic records, we provide the services to help ensure a smooth transition in achieving your educational goals. We want to be your partners on this journey. Visit us in MUB 130 (Registration) or MUB 188 (Admissions & Records).

Student Resources:

• Support for Students Learning Online (Canvas, Tutoring, Student Services)

• Academic, financial, health, and support services at CCSF to help you succeed.

• Student Resources & Support, Basic Need Resources, Food, Shelter, Health & Wellness

• CCSF Library Guides - Art & Art History

Technical Support:

• Links to Support: Canvas, Computer, Email; Laptop & Hotspot Loans, Student ID

• Technical Support 

• Search the Canvas Guides - Find answers to common questions

• Chat with Canvas Support (Student) (24/7)

• CCSFmail instructions 

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

Students seeking disability-related accommodations are encouraged to register with Disabled Students Programs and Services located in Room 323 of the Rosenberg Library. DSPS can be contacted in person (Rosenberg 323), via phone (415) 452-5481, or via email at dspsacom@ccsf.edu. Please see the DSPS website for more information about office hours, and alternate locations.

If you already have approved accommodations for classroom or testing because of a disability, be sure to submit your DSPS accommodation document to the instructor as soon as possible. If you have emergency medical information to share or need special arrangements if the building needs to be evacuated, please make an appointment with the instructor as soon as possible.

Academic Tutoring

As a City College student, you can access many free services to help you succeed in your classes and navigate college. Please come to the STAR (student tutoring and resource) Center for free Peer and Professional tutoring and mentoring, individual or group study spaces, workshops that center your learning needs, an open-access computer lab with printing, and a welcoming community. Our centers and labs are free and available online and in person. Please join us: we care about your success! 

Visit the STAR Center within the Learning Assistance Department.

Library

City College of San Francisco's Library offers many services to help you with your classes. 

Take online library workshops, learn how to get started on a research project, borrow textbooks and other instructional materials, and much more.

Borrow Technology from the Library - Chromebooks, laptops, and hotspots can be borrowed from all CCSF Libraries.

Visit City College libraries in person at Rosenberg (at Ocean Campus), the Chinatown/North Beach Center, the Downtown Center, the Evans Center, the John Adams Center, and the Mission Center. 

A librarian is on-site and available to help during open hours.

Course Technology

Canvas Learning System

• The course uses the online Canvas Learning system.

Required Equipment:

• Laptop or desktop computer & reliable internet service.

  • Students may borrow a laptop and/or hotspot from CCSF for the semester.

• Access to a digital camera with the ability to upload images.

Texts/Reading

No Required Textbook - Don't purchase a textbook

• Readings will be from free online texts & articles linked in Canvas modules.

• Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, Bette Edwards 

  • I will be linking to this and other sites for your weekly readings. 

  • The website has other classic art texts that you may also wish to explore.

Other Materials

Required Art Materials Purchasing Instructions

Some of the required materials will be provided to students by the instructor but most supplies must be purchased.

You may choose one of the following methods to purchase materials:

Blick Kit: (See Resource Module Flyer) See the updated link in Canvas soon.....

Recommended method.  Available through Market Street Store only - pick up or ship to home 

• See the purchase instructions found in the Blick Flier in the Resources Module in Canvas.

• Discounted & most reliable option

• Includes all required items except those that will be provided by the instructor. Does not include optional items. 

• Available at the Market St. Blick Store only. Can’t be found online.

Alternative Ways to Purchase Supplies

• BlickU Wishlist (external link) Online Order: (Alternate option if you only need some of the items or if you want to purchase optional items). Click on the list and select only the items you wish to purchase to put in your cart. Items marked “Required” are the required items and those marked “Recommended” are the optional items. 

• CCSF Bookstore: You may be able to use your financial aid or student support program grant directly at the store. They will have some but not all of the required items. 

• Or purchase Supplies individually at any art store. Bring your student ID and ask for a student discount.

SF Art Supply Stores:

• Blick Art Materials 979 Market St, (415) 441-6075 (The only store with our Blick kit)

• Blick Art Materials 1930 Van Ness Avenue (415) 409-1359

• Flax Art Supplies Fort Mason Center, 2 Marina Blvd, Bldg D Phone: (415) 530-3510

• Arch Art & Drafting Supply a wide range of tools & supplies for artists, architects & designers. 1490 17th St. 

• SCRAP, 801 Toland St, (Cool & cheap place to find donated stuff - for artists, students, and teachers) Random used art supplies, portfolios, toolboxes, paper, rulers, frames, buttons, fabric, etc. Won’t have everything, but fun to check out anyway. Enter Newcomb Ave, (415) 647-1746 

Some Online Art Supply Stores:

Daniel Smith 

Cheap Joe’s 

Jerry’s Artarama 

List of Required Materials

Provided by the instructor (you don’t need to buy) - Not in Blick Kit:

• Micron pen .05

• Charcoal pencil, soft

• White charcoal Pencil

• White charcoal (2sitcks)

• Vine Charcoal (3 sticks)

• 1 Sheet of Black Charcoal Paper 18 X 24 or 19 X 25”

• 1 Medium Gray charcoal paper 18 X 24 or 19 X 25”

• 1 Sheet of White Charcoal Paper 18 X 24 or 19 X 25”

Required items to purchase (included in Blick Kit):

• Drawing pad – 80 lb. White, 30 sheets minimum (11 X 14 or 18 X 24”) 

• Large Dipping Ink Pen Holer & medium #512 drawing/sketching nib 

• Black Drawing Ink (1 0z.) Higgens or Sanford

• HB Graphite pencil or any soft Graphite pencil

• Pencil Sharpener

• Vinyl erasure

• Compressed charcoal – soft – at least 3 sticks

• Newsprint pad (18 X 24")

• Kneaded erasure

• Straight edge/ruler – Plastic C-Thru or metal 18” or 24”

• 30 /60/90 or 45/45/90 drafting triangle - 6 or 8” or larger

• More Drawing Pencils: 6B, 2H, (or set)

Optional Items That are Not in the Kit:

You may wish to purchase these optional items from the SF Blick store, the BlickU online wishlist, or any art supply store.

Highly recommended but optional Items -not in the kit:

• Sturdy fabric Portfolio, 24" x 30 will hold a Drawing board and 18 X 24” paper pads, or get a 20 X 26” one for just the paper pads.

• Zipper pocket or toolbox to hold materials - 6 X 12” or larger (Or tool bin). BlickU list portfolio has one included.

Optional Items - not in the kit:

• Drawing board – 23” X 26” - You may use the ones in class during class and most homework will be on 11 X 14 paper but there are a couple of it is helpful to have a drawing board for home too. 

• Extra Large Bulldog clip or binder clip for drawing board

• Additional graphite pencils: 2B, 4B, (or set)

• Extra Micron pen sizes such as .005 and .01

• Exacto or Utility knife

• Sandpaper sharpener or a piece of sandpaper

• Small size Sumi Brush (Bamboo ink Brush) (1/4”)

• Refillable mechanical erasure - small tip 

• Chamois or Piece of 100% Cotton rag - cut-up T-shirt

• Paper blending stump

• Workable Fixative

• Masking Tape

• Scissors

Bibliography

For supplemental reading if interested:

• A Guide to Drawing, 8th Edition, by Daniel M. Mendelowitz

• Berry, Drawing the Human Form

• Brooke, Sandy, Drawing as Expression, Techniques, and Concepts

• Edwards, Betty, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain

• Goldstein, Nathan, The Art of Responsive Drawing

• Hale, Robert Beverly, Drawing Lessons from the Great Masters

• Henri, Robert, The Art Spirit

• Nicolaides, The Natural Way to Draw

• Zelanski, Paul & Fisher, Mary Pat, The Art of Seeing

Course Calendar

Canvas Calendar

The assignments listed in the calendar do not include all course content. To view all course content, go to Modules. The modules contain all of the weekly online content including weekly communication from me, vocabulary, lectures, notes, image galleries, video tutorials, discussion postings, agendas, and what to bring to the next week's class. Please view all of the pages of each module and do the assignments in the context of the weekly modules. Only published assignments will have working links. Deadlines in the calendar are subject to change.

• Virtual Campus Resource Page contains info on Chromebook loans, financial aid, resources for students, and also has links to student services and other vital information.  Links to support services including DSPS, EOPS, Financial Aid, Admissions & Records, Library, Bookstore, and Covid-Related Services, etc.

• CCSF Chromebook Loan Program  If you don’t have a computer,  you normally share a computer, your computer is out of date, or it does not have a working mic or video camera, I highly suggest that you get a Chromebook loan.  Working just from your smartphone is not the optimal way to participate in this course.

• Resources for Online Students are available for online students during this time, including free or low-cost internet access, Basic Needs Resources, financial assistance, and technical help, and tutorials.  

• CCSF Covid-19 Updates & FAQ

• CCSF  Academic Calendar

• Technical Assistance Click here to find links to help with Canvas Learning System and email technical help.

• Art Department - Follow the scoop on the Art Department : Like us on Facebook: 

• Adding & Waitlist info

• DSPS Services  Students with disabilities who need academic accommodations should request them from the Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) located in the Rosenberg Library, Room 323 on the Ocean Campus. Telephone: 415-452-5481 (V) 415-452-5451 (TDD). 

Succeeding in Online Courses  

Are you ready for online learning self-quiz, tips, mini-courses, and other resources for online learning.

Canvas Log-in Instructions:

Go to https://ccsf.instructure.com

Username: CCSF ID, examples: W12345678 or @12345678

Your Canvas password is your RAM ID password.

Instructions for new students

Canvas Support Hotline (844) 592-2198 available 24/7.

Canvas Student Guide