Lectures, on-site experience and assignments. May be repeated for credit once if content is different. Beginning Drawing is designed to develop the connection between the senses, mind, and hand through exercises in line, value, gesture and composition. Emphasis is placed on development of perceptual ability and a basic vocabulary in the language of drawing. Beginning Painting fosters the connection of the eyes, mind and hand in various painting mediums.
Attention is paid to perceptual ability, composition and the nature of the painting medium.
Traditional subject matter and techniques will be used. Survey of printmaking processes, techniques and materials. Work in black and white and limited color. Hand building and the potter's wheel. Clay making and glazes.