The four-hour classes meet five times each week. Upon successful completion of a course, the student receives three college-level credits. Those whose fine-art training has emphasized expression should take Developing Skills to develop the solid observation drawing portfolio needed for successful admission to a fine arts program. This course is for the student preparing to apply to a fine arts degree program. The instructor works with the student to develop basic methods and skills in drawing, with the goal of producing portfolio-quality work.
Emphasis is placed on drawing from real objects in natural settings.
Students learn the importance of careful observation and articulation of volume, space, tonal value, light and compositional clarity. In the concluding section of the course, painting is also introduced. Georgia Penno, Teapot with red and white dishtowel, oil.