Drawing, painting and sculpture are investigated through studio art projects designed to develop an understanding of visual arts. No previous background in fine arts is required. Drawing is a broad term which encompasses many different media, modes of expression and execution. Students are introduced to a wide range of drawing activities so that they may be made aware of as many modes of expression as possible. Students work from models and still life situations, as well as specific projects designed to highlight formal abstract qualities inherent in drawing.
Emphasis is placed on the structural elements that constitute drawing.
The primary objective for this introductory class will be to develop an understanding of contemporary media as art forms. Students will work with two-dimensional computer graphics, photography and video. The class addresses the interdisciplinary and creative objectives of multi-media. The class continues to address the interdisciplinary and creative objectives of multi-media. Through those projects, students develop skills and understanding of the visual language of painting.