Tues/Thurs, 4:00-6:50PM, K135
Instructor-Lauren Dees
Syllabus
Prerequisite: None
Course Description: This is an introductory studio experience in freehand drawing with an emphasis on creative expression through the use of drawing media. Focus is placed on drawing methods and skills (i.e. line, volume, tone, texture, perspective, composition), as well as the observation and exploration of media. This course is conducted with the assumption that the student has no formal training in freehand drawing.
Course Overview/Objectives: This class will introduce you to the fundamental skills of drawing and composition. The emphasis will be working from observation. You will acquire a working knowledge of basic drawing skills including value, gesture, contour, perspective, color and composition that will act as a good foundation as you continue in your artistic career. This course will involve observational in-class assignments and homework, as well as a midterm and final project. There will be class critiques, lectures, and demonstrations. Each project is designed to teach a specific skill in drawing while introducing a variety of drawing materials.
Text: You are not required to purchase a text book for this class. You will find all the information needed online, on our class blog. Please check http://lbcc-art15-ldees.blogspot.com prior to each class meeting, you may be instructed to print a hard copy to bring to class. I also encourage continuous use of the books and periodicals available in the library.
Grading: Homework = 40%. Portfolio (Midterm and Final) = 20%. Midterm Project = 15%. Final Project = 15%. Attendance = 10%.
Evaluation and Grading Procedure: Your final grade is based upon the entire body of work done throughout the semester. Projects will be evaluated on assignment objectives, completion and presentation, creativity and effort and growth.
Student Expectations: Attend class, arrive on time and do not leave early. Arrive with required materials at the start of class and be prepared to work. Give active and thoughtful participation in class discussions and critiques. Have a good attitude.
Attendance: Role will be taken each period. Arriving late to class and/or leaving early on two occasions equals one absence. If you accumulate more than 6 absences in the semester, your grade will lower one letter. It is essential to attend all classes, arrive on time and remain working for the entire period. If you choose to do otherwise, it will be reflected in your grade.
Studio Policies and Guidelines: Turn off all cell phones and pagers, no incoming or outgoing calls/texts. no friends visiting during class. Clean up your work area before you leave class, throw out food and drink trash and dirty paper towels, and wipe off your desk. Maintain a quiet, clean and productive working environment. Spray fix outside the classroom, away from open doors, in a well ventilated area. Learn your classmates' names - get to know one another.
Homework: In-class assignments not completed during the class period will have to be finished at home, unless otherwise instructed. There will be an assignment given at the end of class on Thursday of each week, to be completed at home and due at the beginning of class the following Tuesday. Be sure to keep everything you've done for portfolio reviews. If your work is late, your grade for that assignment will be lowered. Any completed drawing that is turned-in on time may be reworked and resubmitted for a new grade.
Portfolio: Portfolios will be turned in twice and will contain work done in class. Do not throw away any work nor fold or mutilate it. Please sign and date work, then arrange it chronologically, from earliest to most recent, when placing it in your portfolio. A small sketchbook for outside work (i.e. ideas, sketching, layout) is highly advised.
Exhibits/Books/Periodicals: While there are no formal assignments to look at art, it is useful to know what is going on outside the classroom. Art exhibits, exhibit catalogs and art books provide valuable access to techniques, imagery and ideas. If you have the time and inclination, I recommend them. Check ArtScene, Artweek and the Calendar section of the LA Times Sunday edition for a listing of exhibitions, The LA Times Arts section also contains exhibition reviews during the week. Some local art galleries and museums include: our own Art Department Gallery, the Long Beach Museum of Art, the Museum of Latin American Art, the CSULB Art Museum and Galleries and any of the galleries or open studios located in San Pedro or the East Village Arts District in Downtown Long Beach. Los Angeles is a wonderful place to look at art with institutions like the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and L.A.C.M.A. West, the Museum of Contemporary Art - Grand Avenue, Pacific Design Center, and The Geffen Contemporary; the UCLA Hammer Museum, the California African American Museum, The Museum for Jurassic Technology, the Norton Simon Museum, the Pacific Asia Museum, the Orange County Museum for Contemporary Art, the Bowers Museum of Cultural Art, and the Laguna Art Museum. There are also numerous galleries around the L.A. area with complexes like Bergamot Station, The Brewery, 6150, Chinatown, and Culver City.
Other very good sources for information on contemporary art are periodicals such as: Art in America, Art Forum, Art News, Print, Juxtapoz, and High Fructose. Magazine sections in Borders and Barnes & Noble bookstores are usually pretty good sources if you'd like to purchase your own.
Instructor Information: The best way to communicate with me is via email. My email address is ldees@lbcc.edu. Lecture, demonstration, discussion, field trips, and projects are the structure for this class.
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Important Dates:
-Jan. 18, King's Day - College Closed
-Jan. 30, Last day to drop without record
Last day for students to use a permission number
-Feb. 12, Lincoln's Day - College Closed
-Feb. 14, Last day for students to change their grading basis (pass-no pass)
-Feb. 15, Washington's Day - College Closed
-Feb. 25, Graduation applications due for May graduation
-April 4-10, Spring Recess - No Classes
-April 25, Last day for students to drop and receive a "W" mark
-May 17-25, Final Exams
-May 18, Final Critique for this class - Final Projects due
Course Description: This is an introductory studio experience in freehand drawing with an emphasis on creative expression through the use of drawing media. Focus is placed on drawing methods and skills (i.e. line, volume, tone, texture, perspective, composition), as well as the observation and exploration of media. This course is conducted with the assumption that the student has no formal training in freehand drawing.
Course Overview/Objectives: This class will introduce you to the fundamental skills of drawing and composition. The emphasis will be working from observation. You will acquire a working knowledge of basic drawing skills including value, gesture, contour, perspective, color and composition that will act as a good foundation as you continue in your artistic career. This course will involve observational in-class assignments and homework, as well as a midterm and final project. There will be class critiques, lectures, and demonstrations. Each project is designed to teach a specific skill in drawing while introducing a variety of drawing materials.
Text: You are not required to purchase a text book for this class. You will find all the information needed online, on our class blog. Please check http://lbcc-art15-ldees.blogspot.com prior to each class meeting, you may be instructed to print a hard copy to bring to class. I also encourage continuous use of the books and periodicals available in the library.
Grading: Homework = 40%. Portfolio (Midterm and Final) = 20%. Midterm Project = 15%. Final Project = 15%. Attendance = 10%.
Evaluation and Grading Procedure: Your final grade is based upon the entire body of work done throughout the semester. Projects will be evaluated on assignment objectives, completion and presentation, creativity and effort and growth.
Student Expectations: Attend class, arrive on time and do not leave early. Arrive with required materials at the start of class and be prepared to work. Give active and thoughtful participation in class discussions and critiques. Have a good attitude.
Attendance: Role will be taken each period. Arriving late to class and/or leaving early on two occasions equals one absence. If you accumulate more than 6 absences in the semester, your grade will lower one letter. It is essential to attend all classes, arrive on time and remain working for the entire period. If you choose to do otherwise, it will be reflected in your grade.
Studio Policies and Guidelines: Turn off all cell phones and pagers, no incoming or outgoing calls/texts. no friends visiting during class. Clean up your work area before you leave class, throw out food and drink trash and dirty paper towels, and wipe off your desk. Maintain a quiet, clean and productive working environment. Spray fix outside the classroom, away from open doors, in a well ventilated area. Learn your classmates' names - get to know one another.
Homework: In-class assignments not completed during the class period will have to be finished at home, unless otherwise instructed. There will be an assignment given at the end of class on Thursday of each week, to be completed at home and due at the beginning of class the following Tuesday. Be sure to keep everything you've done for portfolio reviews. If your work is late, your grade for that assignment will be lowered. Any completed drawing that is turned-in on time may be reworked and resubmitted for a new grade.
Portfolio: Portfolios will be turned in twice and will contain work done in class. Do not throw away any work nor fold or mutilate it. Please sign and date work, then arrange it chronologically, from earliest to most recent, when placing it in your portfolio. A small sketchbook for outside work (i.e. ideas, sketching, layout) is highly advised.
Exhibits/Books/Periodicals: While there are no formal assignments to look at art, it is useful to know what is going on outside the classroom. Art exhibits, exhibit catalogs and art books provide valuable access to techniques, imagery and ideas. If you have the time and inclination, I recommend them. Check ArtScene, Artweek and the Calendar section of the LA Times Sunday edition for a listing of exhibitions, The LA Times Arts section also contains exhibition reviews during the week. Some local art galleries and museums include: our own Art Department Gallery, the Long Beach Museum of Art, the Museum of Latin American Art, the CSULB Art Museum and Galleries and any of the galleries or open studios located in San Pedro or the East Village Arts District in Downtown Long Beach. Los Angeles is a wonderful place to look at art with institutions like the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and L.A.C.M.A. West, the Museum of Contemporary Art - Grand Avenue, Pacific Design Center, and The Geffen Contemporary; the UCLA Hammer Museum, the California African American Museum, The Museum for Jurassic Technology, the Norton Simon Museum, the Pacific Asia Museum, the Orange County Museum for Contemporary Art, the Bowers Museum of Cultural Art, and the Laguna Art Museum. There are also numerous galleries around the L.A. area with complexes like Bergamot Station, The Brewery, 6150, Chinatown, and Culver City.
Other very good sources for information on contemporary art are periodicals such as: Art in America, Art Forum, Art News, Print, Juxtapoz, and High Fructose. Magazine sections in Borders and Barnes & Noble bookstores are usually pretty good sources if you'd like to purchase your own.
Instructor Information: The best way to communicate with me is via email. My email address is ldees@lbcc.edu. Lecture, demonstration, discussion, field trips, and projects are the structure for this class.
____________________________________________________________________
Important Dates:
-Jan. 18, King's Day - College Closed
-Jan. 30, Last day to drop without record
Last day for students to use a permission number
-Feb. 12, Lincoln's Day - College Closed
-Feb. 14, Last day for students to change their grading basis (pass-no pass)
-Feb. 15, Washington's Day - College Closed
-Feb. 25, Graduation applications due for May graduation
-April 4-10, Spring Recess - No Classes
-April 25, Last day for students to drop and receive a "W" mark
-May 17-25, Final Exams
-May 18, Final Critique for this class - Final Projects due