Drawing/Painting 3

Course Descriptions

Drawing 3:

Are you looking to build your portfolio?  Colleges look for portfolios that have a diverse collection of work, such as portraits, still-life, figure drawings as well as an understanding of a variety of techniques and media.  We will continue to explore the meaning of art and explore art mediums to develop your own personal style.  You will refine your drawing skills through the use of various media.  Projects will be linked to global events that are happening in today’s society.  You will also create from observation and explore your own imagination to help develop your personal style.  A sketch journal is required for this class and you will create a digital portfolio using Google Slideshow to keep a record of your works and to write self-reflections about your piece.

In this class we will continue to explore and experiment with oil, acrylic, and watercolor and paint on a variety of surfaces.  You will stretch your own canvases and begin to paint on a large scale.  You will be encouraged to explore different mark making techniques to help you develop and build your own individual style as well as incorporating the styles and techniques of famous painters.  A sketch journal is required for this class and you will create a digital portfolio using Google Slideshow to keep a record of your works and to write self-reflections about your piece.

Important

This year you will be required to keep an online e-portfolio of your works using by creating a Google Slideshow.

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