On Finals Stress

If you begin to feel consumed by Finals stress, just remember that soon it will be over and life will be like this:

1033 - Drawing 1 - Final

Drawing I – 1033
Final Critique: Friday, December 11th, 8-10am

Final Folio (Due at beginning of Final Critique)
3.1 Final 4-Day In-Class Drawing (Nov. 30 – Dec. 7)
3.2 Final Homework Assignment

Homework Assignment:
For your final homework assignment, you will be constructing a complex value still life consisting of 10-15 objects. This still life should be a culmination of everything you have learned throughout the class. Use the skills you have developed in terms of form, value, composition, perspective, space, etc. to really show off what you can do. Choose a wide variety of objects, and try to choose some unfamiliar, challenging objects that might fall outside of your comfort zone. Think about using a variety of textures, shapes, local values, etc. Also, think about how you can approach the set-up in a way that will create an interesting space and composition: perhaps use multiple levels of objects, maybe pin objects up on the wall rather than using a table, etc. Materials: Strathmore and charcoal.
GOOD LUCK!

1043 - Drawing 2 - Final

Drawing II – 1043
Final Critique: Wednesday, December 9th, 12:30-2:30pm

Final Folio (Due at beginning of Final Critique)
3.1 Final 4-Day In-Class Drawing (Nov. 30 – Dec. 7)
3.2 Final Homework Assignment

Homework Assignment:
You will be doing a self-portrait from direct observation using a mirror. This should be a head and shoulders, portrait composition. If you like, you can explore the space around you with a setting, or you can simply work with negative space surrounding the figure. Think about light, the position of the head, what you are wearing. Little elements like these, when carefully considered, can really help a work become interesting and expressive. Use charcoal and Strathmore. If you’d like to work on a larger scale, you can pick up a piece of Arches Cover or BFK Rives at the bookstore.
GOOD LUCK!

1043 - Drawing 2 - Kathe Kollwitz

Inspiration for your upcoming self portrait assigments: Kathe Kollwitz

3033 - Drawing 3 Final

Drawing III – 3033 – Figure Drawing
Final Critique: Friday, December 11, 2:45-4:45pm

Final Folio (Due at beginning of Final Critique)
3.1 Final 4-Day In-Class Drawing (Nov. 30 – Dec. 7)
3.2 Final Homework Assignment

3 Options for Final Homework Assignment
1. Do a large scale master study of a master painting or drawing on Arches or BFK Rives in charcoal. I will provide a handful of potential works to choose from on the blog: norrisartclass.blogspot.com. You may also seek out a different masterwork to recreate. If you do so, you MUST GET IT APPROVED before classes end on December 7th.
2. Create your own work using some of the language and/or methods of a living, contemporary artist as a starting point. Example 1: Choose as a starting point Kara Walker’s use of silhouettes to create a multi-figure narrative. Example 2: Choose as a starting point Paula Rego’s method of adorning models with props and costumes to suggest a character/narrative from a particular work of literature or drama. If you choose this option you will be creating your own composition, but using your chosen artist as a jumping off point. You MUST GET YOUR CHOSEN ARTIST APPROVED before classes end on December 7th. Large Scale: Arches, BFK Rives, or Craft. Talk to me if you have other ideas about materials.
3. Do a two figure composition in a setting. Include the majority (if not all) of both figures and draw them in an actual environment that you set up with models. Think of what kind of narrative or tension you might create when using two models rather than one. Large Scale: Arches, BFK Rives, or Craft. Talk to me if you have other ideas about materials.
Whichever option you choose, narrow down your ideas early on and get started as soon as possible. This and your final class drawing will be the most important drawings of the semester in terms of your grade. With the homework, really try to take what you’ve learned about the figure and apply it to something creative that genuinely interests you as a young artist.
GOOD LUCK!

3033 - Drawing 3 - Master Study HW Options

In Order:
1. Thomas Eakins, Portrait of Susan MacDowell Eakins, 1899
2. Lucian Freud, Reflection Self-portrait, 1985
3. Frans Hals, Jester with a Lute, c. 1623-1624
4. Diego Velázquez, Portrait of Juan de Pareja, c. 1650

Folio #2: Final Folio Lists

ALL FOLIOS ARE DUE ON FRIDAY, NOV. 20 AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS:

1033 - DRAWING 1 - FOLIO 2
2.1 HW: 6 Object Value Still Life
2.2 Value Scale Studies (5 objects)
2.3 Value Scale Still Life
2.4 Complex Value Still Life
2.5 Drapery Study
2.6 Ribbon Study
2.7 Open Drawing

1043 - Drawing 2 - FOLIO 2
2.1 Plant Study
2.2 HW: Repitition
2.3 Texture Still Life
2.4 HW: Open
2.5 First Long Head Study
2.6 Open Drawing 1
2.7 Open Drawing 2
2.8 Open Drawing 3
2.9 Open Drawing 4
2.10 5 Best Gestures
2.11 2 Day Portrait (Mandy)

3033 - Drawing 3 - FOLIO 2
2.1 Large Value Drawing (3 Day)
2.2 HW: Figure in Setting
2.3 Large/Full Figure Drawing (3 Day)
2.4 Open Drawing 1
2.5 Open Drawing 2
2.6 Open Drawing 3
2.7 Open Drawing 4
2.8 Open Drawing 5

A Journey Round my Skull

A nice blog collecting all sorts of things, but mainly obscure twentieth century book illustrations:

visit ajourneyroundmyskull.blogspot.com

Quotable: John Cage

"When you are working, everybody is in your studio- the past, your friends, the art world, and above all your own ideas.... But as you continue painting, they start leaving, one by one, and you are left completely alone. Then, if you're lucky, even you leave."
-John Cage

1033: Drawing 1 Sketchbook-Master Study Assignment

Due Friday:

ACCOUNT OF THE SUN

Account of the Sun is a youtube channel full of artist interviews and short films. mostly painters. check it:

CLICK HERE FOR ACCOUNT OF THE SUN ON YOUTUBE

1033, 1043, 3033: FINAL FOLIO LISTS- DUE FRI OCT 9

1033 - Drawing 1 - Folio 1
1.1 Cube/Sphere Still Life
1.2 HW: 1 Pt. Perspective City
1.3 Full Geometric Still Life
1.4 HW: Line Variation Still Life
1.5 Chair
1.6 Complex Long Still Life
1.7 Open
1.8 Open

1043 - Drawing 2 - Folio 1
1.1 (Best) Large Object Linear Still Life
1.2 Large Object Value Still Life
1.3 In-Class Value Interior
1.4 HW: Value Interior
1.5 In-Class Exterior
1.6 HW: Exterior

3033 - Drawing 3 - Folio 1
1.1 Craft Skeleton Study
1.2 Torso Value Study - 2 Day
1.3 HW: Torso and Head Self Portrait
1.4 Long Value Figure Study
1.5 Open
1.6 Open
1.7 10 Best Gestures

These are the FINALIZED FOLIO LISTS. All Folios are due at the beginning of class on Friday, Oct. 9.

Good Luck!

ART1033 - Drawing 1 Syllabus - Fall 2009

ART 1033 : DRAWING 1
Fall 2009 – 3 Credit Hours
Section 2 : MWF 10am – 11:50am, Art Annex 209
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am,12-1pm W: 9-10am, F: 9-10am,12-1pm
E-mail: jnorris@astate.edu Phone: 972-3050 ext. 3755
Blog: norrisartclass.blogspot.com

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is the beginning drawing course. Students work on developing observation and the discovery of form from both real and imagined sources. Various materials and techniques are used to develop the technical means of expression. Drawings are in the form of exercises using clothed life models, still life, landscape, and imagined sources. Basic concepts of professional art ideals and practices. It is expected that students will spend a minimum of three additional clock hours per week on work outside the scheduled class time for each studio class. Additionally, the Art Major Core must be completed prior to the BFA Review. Students enrolled in the BFA programs must pass the BFA Review prior to enrollment in 4000 ART courses.

REQUIREMENTS: Drawing skills will be developed through technical exercises in class and homework assignments employing these techniques. The homework will allow students an opportunity to use their acquired skills creatively and to build off of the techniques they have learned in class. This is a STUDIO CLASS, which requires that students be actively involved in drawing exercises and contribute during critiques. Thus, students must be present and punctual in order to fully participate.

ATTENDANCE & CLASS PARTICIPATION: More than 6 absences will result in a grade of F for the course. All late work will be counted off 10 points for each class period late (Example: if your work merits a 93 but is 2 class periods late, then your grade will be a 73). Participation counts as 25% of your grade and is based on the following considerations: 1. Being present, punctual, and prepared for class 2. Focus on and completion of exercises during class 3. Participation during critiques, discussions, and dialogues. After 3 absences, 5 points will be subtracted from your participation grade for each class missed.

GRADING: Grading will be based on assignments (which will be submitted in portfolio form), your sketchbook, and class participation. The portfolios will make up 50% of your grade, and your sketchbook and class participation will each make up 25%.

A: 90 - 100% B: 80 - 89% C: 70 - 79% D: 60 - 69% F: 0 - 59%

Portfolio and sketchbook grades will be based on the following elements: 1) Indications that the student has understood the assignment and is employing its specific techniques. 2) a sense of quality showing that the students has invested a significant amount of time and focus into the assignment. 3) The overall success of the final image based on formal elements (composition, line quality, sense of light & volume, etc.) as well as creativity. AGAIN, TURNING IN ASSIGNMENTS LATE AUTOMATICALLY REDUCES YOUR GRADE. IF YOU ARE CONFUSED ABOUT GRADING, FEEL FREE TO ASK QUESTIONS.

COURSE OUTLINE: We will be investigating several concepts including line (contour/cross-contour), value, shape, space (1 & 2 point perspective), and composition (form, harmony, rhythm, etc.). In doing so, we will follow a pattern through which students will gain understanding of concepts, learn to put them to practice, and ultimately combine them to create successful drawings:

1. We will discuss a new concept and do several exercises based
on this idea. We may also do readings and/or have slide talks.
2. We will do a series of more extended drawings connected to the concept.
3. We will do a series of sketchbook drawings to further investigate.
4. We will work on an extended drawing inside/outside class that may take up
to 2/3 weeks to complete.
5. We will critique the work and its relation to the concept as a class.

CLASS STRUCTURE (subject to change):

Contour Line – Geometric Objects – Sketchbook
Blind Contour Line – Complex Objects – Sketchbook
Space – Scale – Geometric Objects
Space – 1 & 2 Pt. Perspective – Conceptual Exercises – Sketchbook
Space – Perspective – Observational Exercises – Still Life/Landscape
Line Quality – Light and Varied Line
Cross-Contour Line / Hatching – Observational Exercises – Sketchbook
Value – Chiaroscuro – Geometric Objects
Value Scale / Value Shape – Geometric Objects
Value – Intermediate Still Life
Value – Drapery Study
Value – Skull / Biomorphic Objects
Final – Complex Still Life

YOU WILL BE WORKING OUTSIDE OF CLASS VERY MUCH. BE PREPARED TO COME INTO THE CLASS ROOM OUTSIDE OF CLASS AND TO WORK ON DRAWINGS AT HOME.

BOOK / BLOG: We will NOT purchase a text for Drawing I. However, you will often be given information in the form of a class blog:

NORRISARTCLASS.BLOGSPOT.COM

You will be expected to check this regularly as part of your class participation. The blog will serve as a supplement; not as a substitute for being in class. It will provide images, examples, portfolio lists, etc.

MATERIALS: Students will be required to purchase the following materials. Most materials can be found at the ASU Bookstore and the Wolf Bookstore. Some will be available at Hobby Lobby and various hardware stores.

-9x12 Sketchbook (preferably Strathmore)
-18x24 pad of Strathmore Drawing Paper
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: a 25 x 28 piece of masonite will work
-vine (soft) charcoal
-sandpaper for charcoal sharpening
-compressed charcoal
-shammy cloth
-gray kneaded eraser and white Factis-type eraser
-graphite pencils: 2H, HB, 2B, 4B
-pencil sharpener
-small box to contain materials

WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.

ART1043 - Drawing 2 Syllabus - Fall 2009

ART 1043 : DRAWING 2
Fall 2009 – 3 Credit Hours
Section 1: MWF 1-2:50pm, Art Annex 209
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am,12-1pm W: 9-10am F: 9-10am,12-1pm
E-mail: jnorris@astate.edu Phone: 972-3050 ext. 3755
Blog: norrisartclass.blogspot.com

COURSE DESCRIPTION: ART 1043 - DRAWING II - STUDIO ART. Continuation of ART 1033. Students become more skilled with visual elements and drawing principles. A broader range of materials and techniques will be used. Subject matter will include still life, draped life models, landscape, and imagined subjects. It is expected that students will spend a minimum of three additional clock hours per week on work outside the scheduled class time for each studio class. Additionally, the Art Major Core must be completed prior to the BFA Review. Students enrolled in the BFA programs must pass the BFA Review prior to enrollment in 4000 ART courses. Prerequisite, ART 1033.

REQUIREMENTS: Like Drawing 1, skills will be developed through technical exercises in class and homework assignments employing these techniques. The homework will allow students an opportunity to use their acquired skills creatively and to build off of the techniques they have learned in class. This is a STUDIO CLASS; one which requires that students be actively involved in drawing exercises and contribute during critiques. Thus, students must be present and punctual in order to fully participate.

ATTENDANCE & CLASS PARTICIPATION: More than 6 absences will result in a grade of F for the course. All late work will be counted off 10 points for each class period late (Example: if your work merits a 93 but is 2 class periods late, then your grade will be a 73). Participation counts as 25% of your grade and is based on the following considerations: 1. Being present, punctual, and prepared for class 2. Focus on and completion of exercises during class 3. Participation during critiques, discussions, and dialogues. After 3 absences, 5 points will be subtracted from your participation grade for each class missed.

GRADING: Grading will be based on assignments (which will be submitted in portfolio form), your sketchbook, and class participation. The portfolios will make up 50% of your grade, and your sketchbook and class participation will each make up 25%.

A: 90 - 100% B: 80 - 89% C: 70 - 79% D: 60 - 69% F: 0 - 59%

Portfolio and sketchbook grades will be based on the following elements: 1) Indications that the student has understood the assignment and is employing its specific techniques. 2) a sense of quality showing that the students has invested a significant amount of time and focus into the assignment. 3) The overall success of the final image based on formal elements (composition, line quality, sense of light & volume, etc.) as well as creativity. AGAIN, TURNING IN ASSIGNMENTS LATE AUTOMATICALLY REDUCES YOUR GRADE. IF YOU ARE CONFUSED ABOUT GRADING, FEEL FREE TO ASK QUESTIONS.

COURSE OUTLINE: We will be investigating several concepts that were covered in Drawing 1 and building upon them, Furthermore we will be introducing new concepts such as the figure, new materials, new ways of understanding line, etc. In doing so, we will follow a pattern through which students will gain understanding of concepts, learn to put them to practice, and ultimately combine them to create successful drawings:

1. We will discuss a new concept and do several exercises based
on this idea. We may also do readings and/or have slide talks.
2. We will do a series of more extended drawings connected to the concept.
3. We will do a series of sketchbook drawings to further investigate.
4. We will work on an extended drawing inside/outside class that may take up
to 2/3 weeks to complete.
5. We will critique the work and its relation to the concept as a class.

CLASS STRUCTURE (subject to change):

Perspective Refresher – Conceptual & Observational Exercises – Still Life
Line – Spacial Still Life – Sketchbook – Blind Contour
Value Refresher – Value Scale / Value Shape Exercises – Still Life
Value – Reductive Drawing – Still Life
Value – Complex Still Life – Drapery Studies
Value – Biomorphic Forms – Sketchbook
Space – Interior – Sketchbook
Space – Interior – Large Scale: Craft
Space – Exterior – Landscape

Figure – Skeleton Studies – Bridgeman Anatomy / Proportion
Figure – Gesture – Blind Contour - Moveable Masses
Figure – Anatomy / Proportion – Bridgeman Sketchbook
Figure – Head Studies – Line/Hatching
Figure – Head Studies – Value
Figure – Head Studies – Conte
Figure – Figure in Interior
Final Project - TBD

YOU WILL BE WORKING OUTSIDE OF CLASS VERY MUCH. BE PREPARED TO COME INTO THE CLASS ROOM OUTSIDE OF CLASS AND TO WORK ON DRAWINGS AT HOME.

BOOK / BLOG: Students are required to purchase the following text:

Bridgman's Life Drawing by George B. Bridgman (Dover) Soft Cover - 7.95

We will do regular readings from the book, and students will be expected to have the text with them at all times during class. Handouts will also occasionally be made available. However, students will usually receive additional info, image examples, assignment specifications, and portfolio details via the following blog:

NORRISARTCLASS.BLOGSPOT.COM

You will be expected to check this regularly as part of your class participation.

The blog will serve as a supplement;
not as a substitute for being in class.

MATERIALS: Students will be required to purchase the following materials. Most materials can be found at the ASU Bookstore and the Wolf Bookstore. Some will be available at Hobby Lobby and various hardware stores.

-9x12 Sketchbook (preferably Strathmore)
-18x24 pad of Strathmore Drawing Paper
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: a 25 x 28 piece of masonite will work
-vine (soft) charcoal
-conte crayon: black, white, sanguine
-sandpaper for charcoal sharpening
-compressed charcoal
-shammy cloth
-gray kneaded eraser and white Factis-type eraser
-graphite pencils: 2H, HB, 2B, 4B
-pencil sharpener
-small box to contain materials

WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.

ART3033 - Drawing 3 Syllabus - Fall 2009

ART 3033: DRAWING 3 – FIGURE DRAWING
Fall 2009 – 3 Credit Hours
Section 1: MWF 3pm - 4:50pm, Art Annex 209
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am,12-1pm W: 9-10am F: 9-10am,12-1pm
E-mail: jnorris@astate.edu Phone: 972-3050 ext. 3755
Blog: norrisartclass.blogspot.com

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Continuation of development of drawing skills and concepts. Students at this level should have well developed drawing skills and good understanding of drawing principles. Undraped life models will be provided. It is expected that students will spend a minimum of three additional clock hours per week on work outside the scheduled class time for each studio class. Students enrolled in the BFA programs must pass the BFA Review prior to enrollment in 4000 ART courses. Prerequisites, ART 1013, ART 1023, ART 1033 and 1043, ARTH 2583, ARTH 2593. May be repeated for credit.

REQUIREMENTS: Like Drawing 1 & 2, skills will be developed through technical exercises in class and homework assignments employing these techniques. The homework will allow students an opportunity to use their acquired skills creatively and to build off of the techniques they have learned in class. This is a STUDIO CLASS; one which requires that students be actively involved in drawing exercises and contribute during critiques. Thus, students must be present and punctual in order to fully participate.

ATTENDANCE & CLASS PARTICIPATION: All late work will be counted off 10 points for each class period late (Example: if your work merits a 93 but is 2 class periods late, then your grade will be a 73). Participation counts as 25% of your grade and is based on the following considerations: 1. Being present, punctual, and prepared for class 2. Focus on and completion of exercises during class 3. Participation during critiques, discussions, and dialogues. After 3 absences, 5 points will be subtracted from your participation grade for each class missed.

GRADING: Grading will be based on assignments (which will be submitted in portfolio form), your sketchbook, and class participation. The portfolios will make up 50% of your grade, and your sketchbook and class participation will each make up 25%.

A: 90 - 100% B: 80 - 89% C: 70 - 79% D: 60 - 69% F: 0 - 59%

Portfolio and sketchbook grades will be based on the following elements: 1) Indications that the student has understood the assignment and is employing its specific techniques. 2) a sense of quality showing that the students has invested a significant amount of time and focus into the assignment. 3) The overall success of the final image based on formal elements (composition, line quality, sense of light & volume, etc.) as well as creativity. AGAIN, TURNING IN ASSIGNMENTS LATE AUTOMATICALLY REDUCES YOUR GRADE. IF YOU ARE CONFUSED ABOUT GRADING, FEEL FREE TO ASK QUESTIONS.

COURSE OUTLINE: We will be investigating several concepts that were covered in Drawing 1 & 2 and building upon them. Furthermore, we will fully investigate the figure in terms of anatomy, movement, process, and concept. In doing so, we will perform short-term formal exercises in class, create long-term multi-session drawings, and you will be given ambitious homework projects involving the figure.

1. We will discuss a new concept and do several exercises based
on this idea. We may also do readings and/or have slide talks.
2. We will do a series of more extended drawings connected to the concept.
3. We will do a series of sketchbook drawings to further investigate.
4. We will work on extended drawings inside/outside class that may take up
to 2/3 weeks to complete.
5. We will critique the work and its relation to the concept as a class.

CLASS STRUCTURE (subject to change):

Figure – Skeleton Studies – Bridgman Anatomy / Proportion
Figure – Master Studies – Sketchbook
Figure – Value – Self-Portrait
Figure – Gesture – Blind Contour - Moveable Masses
Figure – Anatomy / Proportion – Bridgman Sketchbook
Figure – Moveable Masses – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Self Portrait – Line / Value – Sketchbook
Figure – Contour / Cross-Contour – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies - Arms
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies - Legs
Figure – Value – Large Scale: Arches
Figure – Figure in Motion Studies – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Figure/Motion/Space Studies – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Self Portrait in Interior – Large Scale
Figure – Multi-Figure Narrative Drawing – Large Scale

YOU WILL BE WORKING OUTSIDE OF CLASS VERY MUCH. BE PREPARED TO COME INTO THE CLASS ROOM OUTSIDE OF CLASS AND TO WORK ON DRAWINGS AT HOME.

BOOK / BLOG: Students are required to purchase the following text:

Constructive Anatomy by George B. Bridgman (Dover) Soft Cover - 8.95
Bridgman's Life Drawing by George B. Bridgman (Dover) Soft Cover - 7.95

We will do regular readings from the book, and students will be expected to have the text with them at all times during class. Handouts will also occasionally be made available. However, students will usually receive additional info, image examples, assignment specifications, and portfolio details via the following blog:

NORRISARTCLASS.BLOGSPOT.COM

You will be expected to check this regularly as part of your class participation. THE BLOG SERVES AS A SUPPLEMENT;
IT IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR BEING IN CLASS.

MATERIALS: Students will be required to purchase the following materials. Most materials can be found at the ASU Bookstore and the Wolf Bookstore. Some will be available at Hobby Lobby and various hardware stores.

-9x12 Sketchbook (preferably Strathmore)
-18x24 pad of Strathmore Drawing Paper
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: approx. 30 x 40
-vine (soft) charcoal
-conte crayon: black, white, sanguine
-sandpaper for charcoal sharpening
-compressed charcoal
-shammy cloth
-gray kneaded eraser and white Factis-type eraser
-graphite pencils: 2H, HB, 2B, 4B
-pencil sharpener
-small box to contain materials

WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.

Video: Lucian Freud

A rare inverview with Lucian Freud. The full documentary is found in five parts on youtube.

Video: Peter Doig

Painter Peter Doig discusses his work:

Quotable: Chuck Close

"Inspiration is for amateurs. Artists just show up everyday and work." -Chuck Close

URBANSKETCHERS.COM

A very cool blog collecting artists sketches of urban life from around the world:
Link to URBANSKETCHERS.COM

Drawing 1,2,3 Final Portfolios and Final Critique Dates

1033 - Drawing 1: Folio 3
3.1 Umbrella
3.2 Complex Still Life w/Drapery
3.3 Final HW: 4 Full Value Hand Studies*
3.4 Final In Class: Striped Drapery or Gas Mask/Cow Skull*

Due at Final Critique: Monday, May 4, 10:15am

1043 - Drawing 2: Folio 3
3.1 2 Open Head Studies (15 minutes or more)
3.2 5 Best Head Gestures
3.3 Long Head Study (Mandy w/Drapery)
3.4 Final In-Class Drawing (Mandy in Setting)*
3.5 Final HW: Full Value Self Portrait*

Due at Final Critique: Monday, May 4, 2:45pm

3033 - Drawing 3: Folio 3
3.1 2 Open Drawings
3.2 5 Best Gestures
3.3 Mark w/hat (in setting)
3.4 Final In-Class (Mark in setting)*
3.5 Final HW: 2 Full Figures in setting*

Due at Final Critique: Friday, May 1, 2:45pm

*most heavily weighed drawings

Alice Neel

Link to Official Alice Neel Website

Links to Realist Artists

Xenia Hausner

Link to Marlborough Gallery
Link to Forum Gallery

Steve Mumford's Baghdad Journal

Link to Archive of Steve Mumford's Baghdad Journal

Picasso's Final Act Gets a Rewrite

NY Times article on Gagosian's new show of late Picasso

Artist List

The artists we discussed today: Neo Rauch, Jenny Saville, John Currin, Cecily Brown, Elizabeth Peyton, Eric Fischl.

Here are a few links that will lead you to their work:

Gagosian Gallery

Saatchi Gallery

Eric Fischl's Website

1033 - Drawing 1 - Sketchbook

Bridgman Constructive Anatomy:

Read 6-25
Master Studies of 10 & 20.
Seek to recreate Bridgman's line quality and hatching.
IN GRAPHITE!

Due Monday, April 13th.

Inka Essenhigh

Inka Essenhigh's website

1043 - Drawing 2 - Folio #2 - Due Wed, April 8

Drawing 2: Folio #2
Complete List

2.1 Drapery (striped, ribbons, paper)
2.2 Repetition HW
2.3 Skull Anatomy - Graphite
2.4 Value Skull
2.5 Fist Long Value Head Study (Mandy)
2.6 1 Session Value Head Study

Due Wednesday, April 8th

GOOD LUCK!

3033 - Drawing 3 - FOLIO 2 - Complete List

3033 Folio #2
DUE MONDAY, APRIL 6TH

2.1 Long Value Drawing - Back and Arms
2.2 HW - 4 Value Hand Studies
2.3 Long, Arches Drawing - Full Figure*
2.4 HW - 3/4 to Full Figure Portrait/Self-Portrait in space/setting*
2.5 Large craft - complex pose*
2.6 Open
2.7 Open
2.8 5 Best Gesture Drawings

*most heavily weighed

GOOD LUCK!

1033 - Drawing 1 - FOLIO #2 - Complete list

1033 Folio #2 due MONDAY, APRIL 6th:

2.1 Value scale/shape studies (6 objects)
2.2 Long, complex value still life*
2.3 HW: Value still life, 8-12 objects, using cropping on all 4 sides
2.4 Drapery study*
2.5 Ribbon study*
2.6 Paper bag study
2.7 OPEN drawing

*most heavily weighed drawings

GOOD LUCK!

William Kentridge

NY Times article about William Kentridge featuring some of his charcoal drawing animations:

CLICK FOR ARTICLE

Kentridge is currently having a retrospective at San Francisco MOMA.

ART1043 Drawing II - Folio 1 - Complete List

1043 Drawing II
Folio 1
Due Wednesday, March 4th:

1.1 Value scale still life
1.2 Conceptual/linear still life HW
1.3 Large object value still life
1.4 In class value interior*
1.5 Value interior HW*
1.6 Natural objects w/plant still life
1.7 Architectural/Natural forms exterior*
1.8 Open

* = most heavily weighed in terms of grading

Good Luck!

ART3033 - Drawing 3 - Folio 1 - Complete List

Folio 1
DUE FRIDAY, FEB 27TH

1.1 Skeletal Diagram - craft
1.2 Conte Figure in class
1.3 (Best) Movement Drawing - craft
1.4 Long/Full Class Value Torso (or head)
1.5 HW: Head & Torso - Self Portrait - Full Value*
1.6 Torso Diagram - craft
1.7 2-Day Value Head and Torso*
1.8 Open
1.9 Open
1.10 5 Best Gestures

*Most heavily weighted for portfolio

1033 - Drawing 1 - FOLIO #1 - Complete list

1033 Folio #1 is due Friday, Feb. 27th.

1.1 1 pt. perspective conceptual city: HW
1.2 Geometric Objects - line
1.3 10 Geometric object still life w/foreshortening & line variation: HW
1.4 In-class line variation still life
1.5 Chair
1.6 Bananas
1.7 In-class long complex still life (organic, geometric, foreshortening, line-variation)
1.8 HW long complex still life (organic, geometric, foreshortening, line-variation) - at least 12-15 objects
1.9 OPEN (Choose an in-class drawing OR make a new one)

Good luck!

Folios so far: 1033, 1043, 3033

1033 Folio 1:
1.1 1 pt. perspective city HW
1.2 Geometric objects: line
1.3 10 object still life w/foreshortening HW
1.4 Line variation still life: in class
1.5 Chair
1.6 Bananas

1043 Folio 1:
1.1 Value scale still life
1.2 Conceptual/linear still life HW
1.3 Large object value still life
1.4 In class value interior
1.5 value interior HW

3033 Folio 1:
1.1 Skeletal diagram on craft
1.2 Conte figure: in class
1.3 (best) movement drawing: craft
1.4 long 1 class value torso (or head)
1.5 Head and torso self portrait, full value: HW
1.6 Torso diagram on craft

Slide Show of Drawing show at Met

Professor Allen sent me this link to a nice NY Times slide show of “Raphael to Renoir: Drawings From the Collection of Jean Bonna” at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Check it:

Slide Show:



Article:

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/01/23/arts/design/23raph.html?_r=1

1043: Value Scale/Shape example

ART1033: 1 pt. Perspective City Examples

ART3033 Syllabus

ART 3033: DRAWING 3 – FIGURE DRAWING
Fall Spring 2009 – 3 Credit Hours
Section 1: MWF 1pm - 2:50pm, Art Annex 209
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am,12-1pm W: 9-10am F: 9-10am,12-1pm
E-mail: jnorris@astate.edu Phone: 972-3050 ext. 3755
Blog: norrisartclass.blogspot.com

COURSE DESCRIPTION: Continuation of development of drawing skills and concepts. Students at this level should have well developed drawing skills and good understanding of drawing principles. Undraped life models will be provided. It is expected that students will spend a minimum of three additional clock hours per week on work outside the scheduled class time for each studio class. Students enrolled in the BFA programs must pass the BFA Review prior to enrollment in 4000 ART courses. Prerequisites, ART 1013, ART 1023, ART 1033 and 1043, ARTH 2583, ARTH 2593. May be repeated for credit.

REQUIREMENTS: Like Drawing 1 & 2, skills will be developed through technical exercises in class and homework assignments employing these techniques. The homework will allow students an opportunity to use their acquired skills creatively and to build off of the techniques they have learned in class. This is a STUDIO CLASS; one which requires that students be actively involved in drawing exercises and contribute during critiques. Thus, students must be present and punctual in order to fully participate.

ATTENDANCE & CLASS PARTICIPATION: All late work will be counted off 10 points for each class period late (Example: if your work merits a 93 but is 2 class periods late, then your grade will be a 73). Participation counts as 25% of your grade and is based on the following considerations: 1. Being present, punctual, and prepared for class 2. Focus on and completion of exercises during class 3. Participation during critiques, discussions, and dialogues. After 3 absences, 5 points will be subtracted from your participation grade for each class missed.

GRADING: Grading will be based on assignments (which will be submitted in portfolio form), your sketchbook, and class participation. The portfolios will make up 50% of your grade, and your sketchbook and class participation will each make up 25%.

A: 90 - 100% B: 80 - 89% C: 70 - 79% D: 60 - 69% F: 0 - 59%

Portfolio and sketchbook grades will be based on the following elements: 1) Indications that the student has understood the assignment and is employing its specific techniques. 2) a sense of quality showing that the students has invested a significant amount of time and focus into the assignment. 3) The overall success of the final image based on formal elements (composition, line quality, sense of light & volume, etc.) as well as creativity. AGAIN, TURNING IN ASSIGNMENTS LATE AUTOMATICALLY REDUCES YOUR GRADE. IF YOU ARE CONFUSED ABOUT GRADING, FEEL FREE TO ASK QUESTIONS.

COURSE OUTLINE: We will be investigating several concepts that were covered in Drawing 1 & 2 and building upon them. Furthermore, we will fully investigate the figure in terms of anatomy, movement, process, and concept. In doing so, we will perform short-term formal exercises in class, create long-term multi-session drawings, and you will be given ambitious homework projects involving the figure.

1. We will discuss a new concept and do several exercises based
on this idea. We may also do readings and/or have slide talks.
2. We will do a series of more extended drawings connected to the concept.
3. We will do a series of sketchbook drawings to further investigate.
4. We will work on extended drawings inside/outside class that may take up
to 2/3 weeks to complete.
5. We will critique the work and its relation to the concept as a class.

CLASS STRUCTURE (subject to change):

Figure – Skeleton Studies – Bridgeman Anatomy / Proportion
Figure – Master Studies – Sketchbook
Figure – Value – Self-Portrait
Figure – Gesture – Blind Contour - Moveable Masses
Figure – Anatomy / Proportion – Bridgeman Sketchbook
Figure – Moveable Masses – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Self Portrait – Line / Value – Sketchbook
Figure – Contour / Cross-Contour – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies - Arms
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies - Legs
Figure – Value – Large Scale: Arches
Figure – Figure in Motion Studies – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Figure/Motion/Space Studies – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Self Portrait in Interior – Large Scale
Figure – Multi-Figure Narrative Drawing – Large Scale

YOU WILL BE WORKING OUTSIDE OF CLASS VERY MUCH. BE PREPARED TO COME INTO THE CLASS ROOM OUTSIDE OF CLASS AND TO WORK ON DRAWINGS AT HOME.

BOOK / BLOG: Students are required to purchase the following text:

Constructive Anatomy by George B. Bridgman (Dover) Soft Cover - 8.95
Bridgman's Life Drawing by George B. Bridgman (Dover) Soft Cover - 7.95

We will do regular readings from the book, and students will be expected to have the text with them at all times during class. Handouts will also occasionally be made available. However, students will usually receive additional info, image examples, assignment specifications, and portfolio details via the following blog:

NORRISARTCLASS.BLOGSPOT.COM

You will be expected to check this regularly as part of your class participation. The blog will serve as a supplement; not as a substitute for being in class.

MATERIALS: Students will be required to purchase the following materials. Most materials can be found at the ASU Bookstore and the Wolf Bookstore. Some will be available at Hobby Lobby and various hardware stores.

-9x12 Sketchbook (preferably Strathmore)
-18x24 pad of Strathmore Drawing Paper
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: approx. 30 x 40
-vine (soft) charcoal
-conte crayon: black, white, sanguine
-sandpaper for charcoal sharpening
-compressed charcoal
-shammy cloth
-gray kneaded eraser and white Factis-type eraser
-graphite pencils: 2H, HB, 2B, 4B
-pencil sharpener
-small box to contain materials

WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.

ART1043 Syllabus

ART 1043 : DRAWING 2
Spring 2009 – 3 Credit Hours
Section 1: MWF 3-4:50pm, Art Annex 209
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am,12-1pm W: 9-10am F: 9-10am,12-1pm
E-mail: jnorris@astate.edu Phone: 972-3050 ext. 3755
Blog: norrisartclass.blogspot.com

COURSE DESCRIPTION: ART 1043 - DRAWING II - STUDIO ART. Continuation of ART 1033. Students become more skilled with visual elements and drawing principles. A broader range of materials and techniques will be used. Subject matter will include still life, draped life models, landscape, and imagined subjects. It is expected that students will spend a minimum of three additional clock hours per week on work outside the scheduled class time for each studio class. Additionally, the Art Major Core must be completed prior to the BFA Review. Students enrolled in the BFA programs must pass the BFA Review prior to enrollment in 4000 ART courses. Prerequisite, ART 1033.

REQUIREMENTS: Like Drawing 1, skills will be developed through technical exercises in class and homework assignments employing these techniques. The homework will allow students an opportunity to use their acquired skills creatively and to build off of the techniques they have learned in class. This is a STUDIO CLASS; one which requires that students be actively involved in drawing exercises and contribute during critiques. Thus, students must be present and punctual in order to fully participate.

ATTENDANCE & CLASS PARTICIPATION: More than 6 absences will result in a grade of F for the course. All late work will be counted off 10 points for each class period late (Example: if your work merits a 93 but is 2 class periods late, then your grade will be a 73). Participation counts as 25% of your grade and is based on the following considerations: 1. Being present, punctual, and prepared for class 2. Focus on and completion of exercises during class 3. Participation during critiques, discussions, and dialogues. After 3 absences, 5 points will be subtracted from your participation grade for each class missed.

GRADING: Grading will be based on assignments (which will be submitted in portfolio form), your sketchbook, and class participation. The portfolios will make up 50% of your grade, and your sketchbook and class participation will each make up 25%.

A: 90 - 100% B: 80 - 89% C: 70 - 79% D: 60 - 69% F: 0 - 59%

Portfolio and sketchbook grades will be based on the following elements: 1) Indications that the student has understood the assignment and is employing its specific techniques. 2) a sense of quality showing that the students has invested a significant amount of time and focus into the assignment. 3) The overall success of the final image based on formal elements (composition, line quality, sense of light & volume, etc.) as well as creativity. AGAIN, TURNING IN ASSIGNMENTS LATE AUTOMATICALLY REDUCES YOUR GRADE. IF YOU ARE CONFUSED ABOUT GRADING, FEEL FREE TO ASK QUESTIONS.

COURSE OUTLINE: We will be investigating several concepts that were covered in Drawing 1 and building upon them, Furthermore we will be introducing new concepts such as the figure, new materials, new ways of understanding line, etc. In doing so, we will follow a pattern through which students will gain understanding of concepts, learn to put them to practice, and ultimately combine them to create successful drawings:

1. We will discuss a new concept and do several exercises based
on this idea. We may also do readings and/or have slide talks.
2. We will do a series of more extended drawings connected to the concept.
3. We will do a series of sketchbook drawings to further investigate.
4. We will work on an extended drawing inside/outside class that may take up
to 2/3 weeks to complete.
5. We will critique the work and its relation to the concept as a class.

CLASS STRUCTURE (subject to change):

Perspective Refresher – Conceptual & Observational Exercises – Still Life
Line – Spacial Still Life – Sketchbook – Blind Contour
Value Refresher – Value Scale / Value Shape Exercises – Still Life
Value – Reductive Drawing – Still Life
Value – Complex Still Life – Drapery Studies
Value – Biomorphic Forms – Sketchbook
Space – Interior – Sketchbook
Space – Interior – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Skeleton Studies – Bridgeman Anatomy / Proportion
Figure – Gesture – Blind Contour - Moveable Masses
Figure – Anatomy / Proportion – Bridgeman Sketchbook
Figure – Head Studies – Line/Hatching
Figure – Head Studies – Value
Figure – Head Studies – Conte
Figure – Figure in Interior
Final Project - TBD

YOU WILL BE WORKING OUTSIDE OF CLASS VERY MUCH. BE PREPARED TO COME INTO THE CLASS ROOM OUTSIDE OF CLASS AND TO WORK ON DRAWINGS AT HOME.

BOOK / BLOG: Students are required to purchase the following text:

Bridgman's Life Drawing by George B. Bridgman (Dover) Soft Cover - 7.95

We will do regular readings from the book, and students will be expected to have the text with them at all times during class. Handouts will also occasionally be made available. However, students will usually receive additional info, image examples, assignment specifications, and portfolio details via the following blog:

NORRISARTCLASS.BLOGSPOT.COM

You will be expected to check this regularly as part of your class participation. The blog will serve as a supplement; not as a substitute for being in class.

MATERIALS: Students will be required to purchase the following materials. Most materials can be found at the ASU Bookstore and the Wolf Bookstore. Some will be available at Hobby Lobby and various hardware stores.

-9x12 Sketchbook (preferably Strathmore)
-18x24 pad of Strathmore Drawing Paper
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: a 25 x 28 piece of masonite will work
-vine (soft) charcoal
-conte crayon: black, white, sanguine
-sandpaper for charcoal sharpening
-compressed charcoal
-shammy cloth
-gray kneaded eraser and white Factis-type eraser
-graphite pencils: 2H, HB, 2B, 4B
-pencil sharpener
-small box to contain materials

WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.

ART1033 Syllabus

ART 1033 : DRAWING 1
Spring 2009 – 3 Credit Hours
Section 001: MWF 10am – 11:50am, Art Annex 209
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am,12-1pm W: 9-10am F: 9-10am,12-1pm
E-mail: jnorris@astate.edu Phone: 972-3050 ext. 3755
Blog: norrisartclass.blogspot.com

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This is the beginning drawing course. Students work on developing observation and the discovery of form from both real and imagined sources. Various materials and techniques are used to develop the technical means of expression. Drawings are in the form of exercises using clothed life models, still life, landscape, and imagined sources. Basic concepts of professional art ideals and practices. It is expected that students will spend a minimum of three additional clock hours per week on work outside the scheduled class time for each studio class. Additionally, the Art Major Core must be completed prior to the BFA Review. Students enrolled in the BFA programs must pass the BFA Review prior to enrollment in 4000 ART courses.

REQUIREMENTS: Drawing skills will be developed through technical exercises in class and homework assignments employing these techniques. The homework will allow students an opportunity to use their acquired skills creatively and to build off of the techniques they have learned in class. This is a STUDIO CLASS, which requires that students be actively involved in drawing exercises and contribute during critiques. Thus, students must be present and punctual in order to fully participate.

ATTENDANCE & CLASS PARTICIPATION: More than 6 absences will result in a grade of F for the course. All late work will be counted off 10 points for each class period late (Example: if your work merits a 93 but is 2 class periods late, then your grade will be a 73). Participation counts as 25% of your grade and is based on the following considerations: 1. Being present, punctual, and prepared for class 2. Focus on and completion of exercises during class 3. Participation during critiques, discussions, and dialogues. After 3 absences, 5 points will be subtracted from your participation grade for each class missed.

GRADING: Grading will be based on assignments (which will be submitted in portfolio form), your sketchbook, and class participation. The portfolios will make up 50% of your grade, and your sketchbook and class participation will each make up 25%.

A: 90 - 100% B: 80 - 89% C: 70 - 79% D: 60 - 69% F: 0 - 59%

Portfolio and sketchbook grades will be based on the following elements: 1) Indications that the student has understood the assignment and is employing its specific techniques. 2) a sense of quality showing that the students has invested a significant amount of time and focus into the assignment. 3) The overall success of the final image based on formal elements (composition, line quality, sense of light & volume, etc.) as well as creativity. AGAIN, TURNING IN ASSIGNMENTS LATE AUTOMATICALLY REDUCES YOUR GRADE. IF YOU ARE CONFUSED ABOUT GRADING, FEEL FREE TO ASK QUESTIONS.

COURSE OUTLINE: We will be investigating several concepts including line (contour/cross-contour), value, shape, space (1 & 2 point perspective), and composition (form, harmony, rhythm, etc.). In doing so, we will follow a pattern through which students will gain understanding of concepts, learn to put them to practice, and ultimately combine them to create successful drawings:

1. We will discuss a new concept and do several exercises based
on this idea. We may also do readings and/or have slide talks.
2. We will do a series of more extended drawings connected to the concept.
3. We will do a series of sketchbook drawings to further investigate.
4. We will work on an extended drawing inside/outside class that may take up
to 2/3 weeks to complete.
5. We will critique the work and its relation to the concept as a class.

CLASS STRUCTURE (subject to change):

Contour Line – Geometric Objects – Sketchbook
Blind Contour Line – Complex Objects – Sketchbook
Space – Scale – Geometric Objects
Space – 1 & 2 Pt. Perspective – Conceptual Exercises – Sketchbook
Space – Perspective – Observational Exercises – Still Life/Landscape
Cross-Contour Line / Hatching – Observational Exercises – Sketchbook
Value – Chiaroscuro – Geometric Objects
Value Scale / Value Shape – Geometric Objects
Value – Intermediate Still Life
Value – Drapery Study
Value – Ribbon Studies
Value – Skull Studies
Value – Complex Still Life
Figure – Hand Studies – Bridgman Sketchbook Studies
Final – Complex Still Life

YOU WILL BE WORKING OUTSIDE OF CLASS VERY MUCH. BE PREPARED TO COME INTO THE CLASS ROOM OUTSIDE OF CLASS AND TO WORK ON DRAWINGS AT HOME.

BOOK / BLOG: Students are required to purchase the following text:

Constructive Anatomy by George B. Bridgman (Dover) Soft Cover - 8.95

We will do regular readings from the book, and students will be expected to have the text with them at all times during class. Handouts will also occasionally be made available. However, students will usually receive additional info, image examples, assignment specifications, and portfolio details via the following blog:

NORRISARTCLASS.BLOGSPOT.COM

You will be expected to check this regularly as part of your class participation. The blog will serve as a supplement; not as a substitute for being in class.

MATERIALS: Students will be required to purchase the following materials. Most materials can be found at the ASU Bookstore and the Wolf Bookstore. Some will be available at Hobby Lobby and various hardware stores.

-9x12 Sketchbook (preferably Strathmore)
-18x24 pad of Strathmore Drawing Paper
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: a 25 x 28 piece of masonite will work
-vine (soft) charcoal
-sandpaper for charcoal sharpening
-compressed charcoal
-shammy cloth
-gray kneaded eraser and white Factis-type eraser
-graphite pencils: 2H, HB, 2B, 4B
-pencil sharpener
-small box to contain materials

WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.