The course explores a variety of media and compositional concerns with emphasis on the finished drawing as an aesthetic statement. Art 111 and 112 strongly recommended. Application of the use of design elements and principles with basic color theory to achieve specific goals for visual communication. A basic experience in the expression of personal ideas in form, using a variety of techniques and methods for forming materials. Consent of Instructor Special topics of interest and concern to studio artists and students.
Emphasis is placed on the art of drawing as a completed aesthetic statement.
Art 111 and 112 strongly recommended. Color printing and non-traditional techniques are introduced in the second semester. Increasing emphasis in the ensuing semesters on the further enhancement of both traditional and non-traditional technical skills and on developing individual directions through the use of the several intaglio medias. Art 111 and 112 strongly recommended. Investigation of the painting media and the various techniques and processes.