Approximately one-half of the term will be devoted to introductory figure drawing with some work from the model. Subject matter will include landscape and still life. Some imaginary or conceptual problems will extend the student's grasp of composition. Courses should be taken in sequence. A laboratory course in graphic media which may include lithography, intaglio, woodcut, serigraphy, collography, and monoprint.
Emphasis is on the development from drawing studies to the graphic media.
Maximum 9 credits. A three-term introduction to the principles and practice of painting. Topics include basic theory and use of color and composition. Assignments involve both conceptual approaches an direct observation using still life, figures and landscape. Maximum 9 credits.