Drawing 1 (ARTS 132)

CCBC Catonsville

School of Applied and Information Technology

The Institute of Art, Design, and Interactive Media

Drawing I, Sections: CL1 and CN1

ARTS 132 — 3  Credits —Drawing I explores the basics of drawing using a variety of traditional materials and digital media.  A series of drawing exercises and projects investigate subjects including still life, architectural perspective, and the human figure. This course prepares students for intermediate-level visual arts courses in both transfer and career programs in art, design, and interactive media. It may also be taken for personal enrichment.

• 3 Credits; 2 lecture hours per week; 2 laboratory hours per week
• Prerequisites: ENGL 051 or ESOL 042, RDNG 051 or ESOL 044, or written permission from program coordinator required.

BASIC COURSE INFORMATION

• Instructor: Sarada Conaway (sounds like Shar a da)
• Spring 2012
• Instructor’s office: Q225, CCBC Catonsville
• Instructor’s contact information: sconaway@ccbcmd.edu (443) 840-4699
• Administrative contact: Ann Aldrich AAldrich@ccbcmd.edu
• Class times: CL1 9:00 -10:50 Tuesdays and Thursdays, CN1 1:25-5:10 Tuesdays
• Instructor’s office hours: 1:00-3:30 Mondays and Wednesdays
• Additional office hours are available by appointment.
• The instructor is also available via email, but allow approximately one business day for a reply. Please use email for clarification, to ask for assistance, or for similar tasks. Please begin all email communication with a standard greeting, followed by the purpose of your email. For example, clarify weather you are writing simply to inform me of something, or if you would like to make a request.

COURSE GOALS

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:

• use traditional and computer drawing media to produce finished drawings;
• describe the contours of objects using the element of line;
• represent the spatial interaction of shapes through figure ground relationships;
• identify basic shapes within complex forms;
• define value through a range of light and dark tones to illustrate the volume of objects;
• recognize the tactile qualities of objects through the representation of texture;
• create the illusion of three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional surface by using the rules of perspective;
• organize a composition using the elements and principals of visual organization;
• measure the proportions of subjects and align them correctly in their drawings; and
• experiment with the expressive qualities of drawing through the exploration of various themes.

Major Topics

• Media
  • graphite
  • charcoal
  • conte crayon
  • ink
  • computer media
• Line
  • contour line
  • cross contour line
  • hatching
  • stippling
  • gesture
• Figure Ground Relationships
  • stable figure/ground
  • reversible figure/ground
  • ambiguous figure/ground
• Shapes
  • geometric
  • organic
  • invented
• Value
  • shading
  • hatching
  • ink wash
  • stippling
  • computer value
• Texture
  • actual
  • invented
  • simulated
• Perspective
  • one-point
  • two-point
  • multi-point
• Composition
  • foreground, subject, background
  • picture plane
  • balance
• Proportion
  • foreshortening
  • measuring
  • scale relationship
• Themes
  • object rendering
  • still-life
  • human figure
  • landscape
  • architecture

Rationale/Instructor’s Statement

As this course is designed to prepare students for future art classes, we will focus on a variety of skills that are needed for, but not limited to, painting, drawing, interior design, graphic design, sculpture, and photography. Drawing I is also designed to increase skills that one could apply to any aspect of life, such as perceptual and visual awareness, communication skills, time management ability, creative problem solving, and work ethic. Finally, Drawing I is designed to provide greater enjoyment of our visual world and life enrichment.

EVALUATION

Requirements

• Complete a drawing sketchbook of at least 60 drawings. This requires regularly spending approximately 4-6 hours on drawing homework each week. Each week, you will create approximately 5 drawings for your sketchbook. Weekly sketchbook assignments are given in class and described on the course blog.
• Complete an artist research notebook of at least 35 different artists. This requires regularly spending 1-2 hours on research homework each week. Each week, you will research approximately 3 artists. Weekly research assignments are given in class and described on the course blog.
• Complete a minimum of 10 large format drawings in class. Weekly classroom assignments are given in class and described on the course blog.
• Create one final independent large format drawing project.
• Participate in all class discussions and critiques.
• Save any and all drawings created for this course in like new condition for the full duration of the semester so that you may hand in a complete portfolio upon completion.

Instructor’s grading policy

Grades follow the standard system: A, B, C, D, and F. Five equal components will be used to evaluate your grade in this course:

• Sketchbook I -20 points possible
• Sketchbook II -20 points possible
• Classroom Drawing Portfolio I -20 points possible
• Classroom Drawing Portfolio II -20 points possible
• Final Independent Drawing Project -20 points possible
• Course Contribution -5 extra credit points possible

*For detailed information on grading criteria, see the course rubrics.

Course Contribution

All students are expected to participate in all class critiques and work sessions. For students that go above and beyond in their participation, extra credit is awarded. To earn extra credit for your course contribution, add materials to the course blog, conduct research in response to in-class discussions, and always set a good example during work sessions by remaining fully engaged in your drawing practice.

Attendance Policy

• Attendance is mandatory at all class sessions.
• If a student should miss the equivalent of two weeks of class their final grade will be lowered one full letter grade and they must schedule a conference with the instructor.
• If a student should miss the equivalent of three (3) weeks of class they will receive written notification by the instructor that they will not successfully complete the course.
• Three late arrivals or early exits (more than 15 minutes) will be counted as 1 absence.
• The instructor will not repeat material missed by students.
• If you have missed three (3) weeks of class due to very legitimate reasons, such as hospitalization, it is advised that you save any and all documentation, such as a doctor’s note, or court papers. You may need to turn in documentation to the office of records and registration or the financial aid office should your grade of F or W affect your academic standing or financial aid status.
• If you know that you will be absent or late, make a reasonable attempt to let me know via email simply to keep me informed.

Snow / Cancellation Policy
College closings and cancellations are posted on the college website as well as through campus alert. It is also recommended that you check the instructor’s website for any additional information on your class should a cancellation affect your course. The official CCBC snow policy states if the college has an early closing, then classes resume until the college closes (e.g. If a class is scheduled from 5-8pm, and the college closes at 6pm, you will be expected at your class at 5-6pm). Weather is not considered an excused absence if a class is not completely cancelled. It is your responsibility to check on the status of delays/cancellations and attend class accordingly.

Materials

A Drawing I kit is available in the bookstore. The kits are uniform to all Drawing I courses. Ask for a Drawing I kit by course, not by instructor. If you have financial aid, the bookstore kit is a great option. However, if possible, it is recommended that students visit an art supply store for greater selection. Double check to see that you have all the required supplies listed below. You may also add extra supplies to your kit.

• 1 18″ x 24″ drawing pad, heavyweight paper (70 pound or more)
• 1 18″ x 24″ newsprint pad
• 1 11″ x 14″ sketchbook (no smaller!)
• one carrying case for drawing supplies
• 2 pencils of each hardness: HB, 2B & Ebony
• SOFT compressed charcoal, large pack 6-12 sticks
• black sharpie marker (standard fine point)
• 1 white plastic eraser or pink pearl
• 1 kneaded eraser
• 1 18″ ruler (optional, we have these in the studio)
• one roll of blue painters tape or low stick paper art tape
• scissors
• bull dog clips, 4
• India ink (small bottle)
• #10-12 watercolor brushes
• non-slip Sandpaper Pencil sharpener
• black and white conte crayon
• 1 carrying case for large supplies
• additional materials for the independent drawing project final to be determined

Course-Related Policies and Procedures

Policies will follow those outlined by The Community College of Baltimore County. The following additional policies are unique to this class:

• Bring all supplies to each and every class. Students that arrive unprepared for class will be considered absent.
• Save any and all work created for this course for the full duration of the semester in a flat carrying case. All work must be presentation ready at the end of the course. Do not fold, roll, or otherwise damage your work.
• Phones, laptops, or similar devices must be turned off in class. Students violating this policy will be asked to leave class. Please speak to the instructor if you have an emergency and wish to request an exception to this rule.
• Work you create for this course may be posted on the course blog or used as an example in future classes.
• Only students enrolled in ARTS 132 may attend class.
• Late work will be accepted, but reduced one letter grade each week the assignment is late.
• Assignments are not accepted via email.
• Plagiarism is violation of academic integrity. It is defined in the CCBC code of conduct, section 13 n, as “the use of words or ideas of another source without giving credit to that source”. In this course, your instructor will impose all standard sanctions for plagiarism. If the evidence of an act of plagiarism is convincing, you will receive an F in this course. In addition to failure of this course, your instructor will report the incident. Once reported, the college may impose additional sanctions such as suspension or expulsion. For further information, see the CCBC Code of Conduct. Submit only works of art and writing assignments created exclusively by you, specifically for this course. You may draw another artist’s work only if you have gained permission from your instructor, ensured that you are not violating copyright, and clearly credited the artist’s work in you label. If you would like to collaborate with another artist, gain permission from your instructor before beginning the project. If you are not sure that your process is in accordance with the code of conduct, please speak with your instructor.

Calendar

Tuesday/Thursday (section CL1) Class Calendar

Tuesday Class (section CN1) Calendar

College-Wide Policies

For college wide syllabus policies such as the Code of Conduct related to Academic Integrity and Classroom Behavior or the Audit/Withdrawal policy, please go to the Syllabus Tab on the MyCCBC Student Portal page.

Change Notice

This syllabus may be changed at any time with notification.