ART 181 : Beginning Painting

Transcript title

Beginning Painting

Credits

4

Grading mode

Standard letter grades

Total contact hours

50

Lecture hours

30

Other hours

20

Recommended preparation

ART 115 and ART 131.

Course Description

Introduces materials and techniques of painting, using oil and/or acrylic paints. Provides essential painting skills such as composition, color theory, proper layering techniques, brushwork and value. Students have the chance to explore their medium of choice through a variety of subjects. Repeatable for credit.

Course learning outcomes

1. Apply effective use of materials and tools in the creation of paintings.
2. Explore composition, color theory, and value using opaque media.
3. Create original paintings that incorporate the elements of art, principles of design, and compositional strategies.
4. Compare self-created paintings to paintings from historical and cultural traditions.
5. Use media-specific terminology receive and provide feedback.

Content outline

  1. Materials, tools and techniques using oil or acrylic paint
  2. Collecting and utilizing reference materials for paintings
  3. Historical and contemporary artwork
  4. Constructive critiques, receiving and giving feedback between the instructor and classmates

Required materials

Students will need to provide specific materials used in this course; please see the syllabus for a detailed list.

General education/Related instruction lists

  • Arts and Letters

Outside of
expected

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