Credit:1/2 Fine Art Level: all grades
Prerequisite: None Course Length: Semester
Description of Major Units of Study: This course will be an overview of the skills and practices of learning how to see better through observational drawing. Students will learn to use and explore different drawing materials. First year students will explore composition and accomplish a few drawings on a beginner level. Students have the option to take drawing for a second accredited year. The second year concentration will be putting the learned skills of the first year into practice to develop more sophisticated drawings as well as developing his/her own style. This course is for the student who wants to learn how to draw and is ready to explore new and different techniques and approaches to drawing. No previous experience is necessary. All students are welcome.
Text and Materials: Textbook: Exploring Visual Design, handouts, visual examples
Expectations: Homework, drawings, group discussions / critiques, and reading will be assigned throughout the course. Students will be asked to think critically to solve specific visual problems and try new approaches to art. Daily participation and good attendance are expected.