PAINTING 1:
YOUR FINAL FOLIO MUST BE IN YOUR CUBBY HOLE BY 3PM ON WEDNESDAY, DEC. 7:
4.1 INDIRECT PORTRAIT (MARK)
4.2 HW: SELF PORTRAIT
4.3 DIRECT PORTRAIT (RACHEL)
DRAWING 2:
YOUR FINAL FOLIO WILL BE DUE DURING THE FINAL PERIOD AT 2:45PM ON WEDNESDAY, DEC. 7:
3.1 OBSERVATIONAL SELF PORTRAIT
3.2 HW: ABSTRACTED SELF PORTAIT
DRAWING 3:
YOUR FINAL DRAWING (MULTIPLE FIGURES IN INTERIOR SPACE) MUST BE IN YOUR DRAWING 3 DRAWER BY 3PM ON WEDNESDAY, DEC 7
*ALSO, IF YOU FAILED TO TURN IN 2.4 (FIGURE IN INTERIOR) AFTER AN EXTENSION WAS GRANTED, THEN YOU NEED TO DO SO IMMEDIATELY IN ORDER TO BE GIVEN CREDIT FOR THIS DRAWING IN FOLIO 2.
Monday, December 5, 2011
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Monday, November 14, 2011
3033 - Drawing 3 - Folio 2
Drawing 3 - Folio 2 - Due Wednesday, November 16:
2.1 Linear - Mark - Arches
2.2 Movement Drawing
2.3 Space - Haylee - Open Materials
2.4 HW: Figure in Interior - Open Materials
2.5 Group Narrative Drawing - Open Materials
Good Luck!
2.1 Linear - Mark - Arches
2.2 Movement Drawing
2.3 Space - Haylee - Open Materials
2.4 HW: Figure in Interior - Open Materials
2.5 Group Narrative Drawing - Open Materials
Good Luck!
1043 - Drawing 2 - Folio 2
Drawing 2 Folio 2 Due Wednesday, November 16:
2.1 In class Exterior
2.2 HW: Exterior
2.3 Skull Study
2.4 Portrait: Frontal
2.5 Portrait: Profile
2.6 Portrait: 3 Quarter View
2.7 Open Drawing
2.8 Three Best Gesture Drawings
Good Luck!
2.1 In class Exterior
2.2 HW: Exterior
2.3 Skull Study
2.4 Portrait: Frontal
2.5 Portrait: Profile
2.6 Portrait: 3 Quarter View
2.7 Open Drawing
2.8 Three Best Gesture Drawings
Good Luck!
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
3033 - Drawing 3 - Folio 1
1.1 Craft Skeleton (labeled)
1.2 Long Craft Full Figure
1.3 Grid Frontal Pose (craft)
1.4 Value Figure (Arches)
1.5 HW: Self-Portrait: Head/Torso OR Double Life-size (Arches)
1.6 5 Best Gestures
Due Friday, October 7
1.2 Long Craft Full Figure
1.3 Grid Frontal Pose (craft)
1.4 Value Figure (Arches)
1.5 HW: Self-Portrait: Head/Torso OR Double Life-size (Arches)
1.6 5 Best Gestures
Due Friday, October 7
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
1043 - Drawing 2 - Folio #1
1.1 HW: Large Object Value Still Life (10-12 objects)
1.2 In-Class Large Object Still Life
1.3 In-Class Interior
1.4 HW: Interior
Due Wed. Oct 5
1.2 In-Class Large Object Still Life
1.3 In-Class Interior
1.4 HW: Interior
Due Wed. Oct 5
Monday, September 26, 2011
ERIN HARMON
Erin Harmon Artist Talk!
Friday, Sept. 30, 3pm in Fine Arts Center Gallery.
Reception Afterwards.
Her show is up until Oct. 21.
erinharmon.com
Friday, Sept. 30, 3pm in Fine Arts Center Gallery.
Reception Afterwards.
Her show is up until Oct. 21.
erinharmon.com
Sunday, September 25, 2011
1043 - Drawing 2 - Interiors
Here are three artists that know their way around the interior: Norman Lundin, Vilhelm Hammershoi, Debra Bermingham
Saturday, September 17, 2011
3063 - Powers of Observation
Hey Painting 1 class -
Powers of Observation is a GREAT blog dedicated to observational painting. Check out this post of still life paintings. See if you can determine which are painted directly and which are painted indireclty:
Powers of Obeservation: Still Life
Dik Liu
Powers of Observation is a GREAT blog dedicated to observational painting. Check out this post of still life paintings. See if you can determine which are painted directly and which are painted indireclty:
Powers of Obeservation: Still Life
Dik Liu
3063 Syllabus - Fall 2011
ART 3063: PAINTING
Fall 2011 – 3 Credit Hours, CRN: 61827
Section 001: MWF 10am - 11:50am, Fine Arts Building – 104
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am W: 9-10am F: 9-10am
E-mail: jnorris@astate.edu Phone: 972-3050 ext. 3755
Blog: norrisartclass.blogspot.com
COURSE DESCRIPTION: STUDIO ART. Introduction to composition and techniques in painting media. 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 1033, ART 1043.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: 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 daily exercises and contribute during critiques. Thus, students must be present and punctual in order to fully participate. By the end of the course, students will be well versed in the fundamental techniques and applications of oil painting, and will gain experience with a variety of subject matter.
ATTENDANCE & CLASS PARTICIPATION: All late work will be counted off 10 points (aka one letter grade) for each class period late. For 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. 10 points will automatically be deducted from your final participation grade if you miss the Final Critique.
GRADING: Grading will be based on assignments (which will be submitted in portfolio form), and class participation. The portfolios will make up 75% of your grade, and class participation will make up 25%.
A: 90 - 100% B: 80 - 89% C: 70 - 79% D: 60 - 69% F: 0 - 59%
Portfolio 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 covering a wide range of introductory techniques and processes associated with the act of oil painting, from the very beginning stages of preparing a surface, through the various approaches of building a surface and developing an image, and finally to the end stages of presentation and documentation. In doing so, we will perform short-term formal exercises in class, create long-term multi-session paintings, and you will be given ambitious homework projects.
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 one or more extended paintings connected to the concept.
3. We will work on extended paintings outside of class that may take up
to 2/3 weeks to complete.
4. We will critique the work and its relation to the concept as a class.
CLASS STRUCTURE (subject to change):
Painting – Materials – Preparing a surface
Painting – Still Life – Short Term Monochromatic Paintings – Transparent
Painting – Still Life – Short Term Grisaille Paintings – Opaque
Painting – Stilll Life – Short Term Direct Paintings – Transparent/Opaque
Painting – Still Life – Long Term Still Life with Underpainting
Painting – Portrait – Long Term Portraits with Underpainting
Painting – Portrait – Shorth Term Direct Portraits
Painting – Portrait – Self Portrait
Painting – Landscape – Short Term Landscape Paintings
Painting – Landscape – Long Term Landscape Paintings
(Landscape will be optional based on time and weather constraints)
Painting – Final Project
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: There is no textbook required for this class. Handouts will occasionally be made available. 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, Hobby Lobby, and hardware stores. You might also do well to just go online and make an order to acquire your materials: dickblick.com, aswexpress.com, danielsmith.com, etc.
PAINT (Windsor & Newton Winton Oil Colors are recommended):
-Burnt Sienna, 200ml -Titanium White, 200ml
-Yellow Ochre, 200ml -French Ultramarine, 200ml
-Alizarin Crimson, 200ml -Viridian Hue, 200ml
-Burnt Umber, 200ml -Sap Green, 37 ml
-Cadmium Yellow Hue, 37ml -Cadmium Red Hue, 37ml
-Ivory Black, 37ml -Light Red, 37ml
Optional:
-Raw Umber, 37ml -Pthalo Blue, 37ml
-Chromium Oxide, 37ml -Naples Yellow Hue, 37ml
TOOLS
-Mixing Knife -Razor Blade and holder
-Paper Towels -Solvent and Medium Holders (2)
-Bar of Soap -Toolbox for Materials
-Turpenoid or ODORLESS Mineral Spirits (at least 1 liter)
BRUSHES:
Oil Bristle Brushes: #2, 4, 8, (12 is optional): filbert or flat style brushes
SURFACES:
You will be required to regularly provide surfaces on which to paint. They will generally be primed masonite and canvas. We will discuss acquiring and preparing these surfaces in class.
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE SEMESTER, CERTAIN MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED FOR YOU (GESSO, MEDIUM)). YOU WILL HAVE TO REPLACE THESE MATERIALS INDIVIDUALLY AS THEY RUN OUT. WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.
Fall 2011 – 3 Credit Hours, CRN: 61827
Section 001: MWF 10am - 11:50am, Fine Arts Building – 104
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am W: 9-10am F: 9-10am
E-mail: jnorris@astate.edu Phone: 972-3050 ext. 3755
Blog: norrisartclass.blogspot.com
COURSE DESCRIPTION: STUDIO ART. Introduction to composition and techniques in painting media. 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 1033, ART 1043.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: 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 daily exercises and contribute during critiques. Thus, students must be present and punctual in order to fully participate. By the end of the course, students will be well versed in the fundamental techniques and applications of oil painting, and will gain experience with a variety of subject matter.
ATTENDANCE & CLASS PARTICIPATION: All late work will be counted off 10 points (aka one letter grade) for each class period late. For 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. 10 points will automatically be deducted from your final participation grade if you miss the Final Critique.
GRADING: Grading will be based on assignments (which will be submitted in portfolio form), and class participation. The portfolios will make up 75% of your grade, and class participation will make up 25%.
A: 90 - 100% B: 80 - 89% C: 70 - 79% D: 60 - 69% F: 0 - 59%
Portfolio 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 covering a wide range of introductory techniques and processes associated with the act of oil painting, from the very beginning stages of preparing a surface, through the various approaches of building a surface and developing an image, and finally to the end stages of presentation and documentation. In doing so, we will perform short-term formal exercises in class, create long-term multi-session paintings, and you will be given ambitious homework projects.
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 one or more extended paintings connected to the concept.
3. We will work on extended paintings outside of class that may take up
to 2/3 weeks to complete.
4. We will critique the work and its relation to the concept as a class.
CLASS STRUCTURE (subject to change):
Painting – Materials – Preparing a surface
Painting – Still Life – Short Term Monochromatic Paintings – Transparent
Painting – Still Life – Short Term Grisaille Paintings – Opaque
Painting – Stilll Life – Short Term Direct Paintings – Transparent/Opaque
Painting – Still Life – Long Term Still Life with Underpainting
Painting – Portrait – Long Term Portraits with Underpainting
Painting – Portrait – Shorth Term Direct Portraits
Painting – Portrait – Self Portrait
Painting – Landscape – Short Term Landscape Paintings
Painting – Landscape – Long Term Landscape Paintings
(Landscape will be optional based on time and weather constraints)
Painting – Final Project
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: There is no textbook required for this class. Handouts will occasionally be made available. 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, Hobby Lobby, and hardware stores. You might also do well to just go online and make an order to acquire your materials: dickblick.com, aswexpress.com, danielsmith.com, etc.
PAINT (Windsor & Newton Winton Oil Colors are recommended):
-Burnt Sienna, 200ml -Titanium White, 200ml
-Yellow Ochre, 200ml -French Ultramarine, 200ml
-Alizarin Crimson, 200ml -Viridian Hue, 200ml
-Burnt Umber, 200ml -Sap Green, 37 ml
-Cadmium Yellow Hue, 37ml -Cadmium Red Hue, 37ml
-Ivory Black, 37ml -Light Red, 37ml
Optional:
-Raw Umber, 37ml -Pthalo Blue, 37ml
-Chromium Oxide, 37ml -Naples Yellow Hue, 37ml
TOOLS
-Mixing Knife -Razor Blade and holder
-Paper Towels -Solvent and Medium Holders (2)
-Bar of Soap -Toolbox for Materials
-Turpenoid or ODORLESS Mineral Spirits (at least 1 liter)
BRUSHES:
Oil Bristle Brushes: #2, 4, 8, (12 is optional): filbert or flat style brushes
SURFACES:
You will be required to regularly provide surfaces on which to paint. They will generally be primed masonite and canvas. We will discuss acquiring and preparing these surfaces in class.
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE SEMESTER, CERTAIN MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED FOR YOU (GESSO, MEDIUM)). YOU WILL HAVE TO REPLACE THESE MATERIALS INDIVIDUALLY AS THEY RUN OUT. WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.
1043 Syllabus - Fall 2011
ART 1043 : DRAWING 2
Fall 2011 – 3 Credit Hours CRN: 61843
Section 001: MWF 1pm - 2:50pm, Art Annex 209
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M:12-1pm T:10am-12pm W:12-1pm F: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, undraped 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.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: 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. By the end of the course, students will have built upon their core understanding of principles gained in Drawing 1 and expanded their range of subject matter and technical ability.
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 (aka one letter grade) 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. 10 points will automatically be deducted from your final participation grade if you miss the final critique.
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
Value Refresher – Value Scale / Value Shape Exercises – Still Life
Space – Interior – Sketchbook
Space – Interior – Homework
Space – Exterior – Sketchbook
Space – Exterior - Homework
Repetition - Homework
Head – Skeleton Studies – Bridgman Anatomy / Proportion
Head – Gesture – Geometric forms
Head – Anatomy / Proportion – Bridgeman Sketchbook
Head – Self Portrait – Line / Value – Sketchbook
Head – Portrait in Interior Space
Head – Double Portrait
Open Final Project
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 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 (preferably 400 series)
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: a 25 x 28 piece of masonite will work
-vine or willow (soft is best) 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.
Fall 2011 – 3 Credit Hours CRN: 61843
Section 001: MWF 1pm - 2:50pm, Art Annex 209
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M:12-1pm T:10am-12pm W:12-1pm F: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, undraped 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.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: 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. By the end of the course, students will have built upon their core understanding of principles gained in Drawing 1 and expanded their range of subject matter and technical ability.
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 (aka one letter grade) 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. 10 points will automatically be deducted from your final participation grade if you miss the final critique.
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
Value Refresher – Value Scale / Value Shape Exercises – Still Life
Space – Interior – Sketchbook
Space – Interior – Homework
Space – Exterior – Sketchbook
Space – Exterior - Homework
Repetition - Homework
Head – Skeleton Studies – Bridgman Anatomy / Proportion
Head – Gesture – Geometric forms
Head – Anatomy / Proportion – Bridgeman Sketchbook
Head – Self Portrait – Line / Value – Sketchbook
Head – Portrait in Interior Space
Head – Double Portrait
Open Final Project
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 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 (preferably 400 series)
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: a 25 x 28 piece of masonite will work
-vine or willow (soft is best) 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.
3033 Syllabus - Fall 2011
ART 3033: DRAWING 3 – FIGURE DRAWING
Fall 2011 – 3 Credit Hours, CRN: 61844
Section 001: MWF 3pm - 4:50pm, Fine Arts 104
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am W: 9-10am F: 9-10am
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.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: 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. By the end of the course, students will be well versed in various aspects of drawing the human form, including gesture, anatomy, and proportion.
ATTENDANCE & CLASS PARTICIPATION: All late work will be counted off 10 points (aka one letter grade) for each class period late. For 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. 10 points will automatically be deducted from your final participation grade if you miss the Final Critique.
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 – Anatomical Studies – Head, Trunk - Sketchbook
Figure – Self Portrait – Line / Value – Sketchbook
Figure – Contour / Cross-Contour – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies – Arms - Sketchbook
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies – Legs - Sketchbook
Figure – Portrait in Interior – Large Scale
Figure – Value – Large Scale: Arches
Figure – Figure in Motion Studies – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Figure/Motion/Space Studies – Large Scale: Craft
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:
How to Draw the Human Figure: An Anatomical Approach
by Louis Gordon
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 (preferably 400 series)
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: approx. 30 x 40
-vine or willow (soft is best) 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.
Fall 2011 – 3 Credit Hours, CRN: 61844
Section 001: MWF 3pm - 4:50pm, Fine Arts 104
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am W: 9-10am F: 9-10am
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.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: 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. By the end of the course, students will be well versed in various aspects of drawing the human form, including gesture, anatomy, and proportion.
ATTENDANCE & CLASS PARTICIPATION: All late work will be counted off 10 points (aka one letter grade) for each class period late. For 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. 10 points will automatically be deducted from your final participation grade if you miss the Final Critique.
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 – Anatomical Studies – Head, Trunk - Sketchbook
Figure – Self Portrait – Line / Value – Sketchbook
Figure – Contour / Cross-Contour – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies – Arms - Sketchbook
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies – Legs - Sketchbook
Figure – Portrait in Interior – Large Scale
Figure – Value – Large Scale: Arches
Figure – Figure in Motion Studies – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Figure/Motion/Space Studies – Large Scale: Craft
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:
How to Draw the Human Figure: An Anatomical Approach
by Louis Gordon
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 (preferably 400 series)
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: approx. 30 x 40
-vine or willow (soft is best) 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.
Friday, August 26, 2011
3063 Painting: Panels
I ran into some students on Friday after class who had gone to Home Depot in search of masonite panels and were told that they didn't carry them. I did some detective work later that day and found that they indeed do have these panels; they apparently just don't realize they do. The official Home Depot name for the panels is:
Tempered Hard Board (get 1/8" or 3/16" thickness)
You can get them in 4x8 ft or 2x4 ft sheets. Remember, cut them into roughly 9x12" panels. You only need 2 for Monday, but you might as well prepare a dozen or so. This should last the entire semester.
-P.I. Norris
Tempered Hard Board (get 1/8" or 3/16" thickness)
You can get them in 4x8 ft or 2x4 ft sheets. Remember, cut them into roughly 9x12" panels. You only need 2 for Monday, but you might as well prepare a dozen or so. This should last the entire semester.
-P.I. Norris
Friday, April 15, 2011
Drawing 1: Folio #2
Folio #2:
2.1 Value Scale Object Studies (6)
2.2 Simple Chiaroscuro Still Life
2.3 Single Object Study HW: (Complex, Geometric)*
2.4 Drapery Study*
2.5 Ribbon Study*
2.6 Skull Study
Due Monday, April 18
2.1 Value Scale Object Studies (6)
2.2 Simple Chiaroscuro Still Life
2.3 Single Object Study HW: (Complex, Geometric)*
2.4 Drapery Study*
2.5 Ribbon Study*
2.6 Skull Study
Due Monday, April 18
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Drawing 3: List of Contemporary Figure Artists We've Looked at Thus Far
John Currin
Jenny Saville
Inka Essenhigh
Steve Mumford
Neo Rauch
Xenia Hausner
More to come...
Jenny Saville
Inka Essenhigh
Steve Mumford
Neo Rauch
Xenia Hausner
More to come...
Friday, March 4, 2011
Drawing 3: Folio 1
1.1 Skeleton Study
1.2 Weeklong Gesture (Anastasia)
1.3 Large Scale / Head & Torso Self Portrait (HW)
1.4 Long Value Torso (Anastasia)
1.5 Open
1.3 Three Best Gestures
Due Monday, March 7
1.2 Weeklong Gesture (Anastasia)
1.3 Large Scale / Head & Torso Self Portrait (HW)
1.4 Long Value Torso (Anastasia)
1.5 Open
1.3 Three Best Gestures
Due Monday, March 7
Friday, February 25, 2011
1033 Drawing 1: Folio 1
Folio 1:
1.1 Cube & Sphere Still Life
1.2 HW: 1 pt. Perspective City
1.3 Complex Geometric Still Life w/Line Variation
1.4 HW: 12 Object Still Life w/Line Variation*
1.5 1-Day Banana Drawing
1.6 Final In-Class Linear Still Life*
1.7 Open
Due Wednesday, March 2nd. Must be labeled and in order.
*Most heavily weighed drawings
1.1 Cube & Sphere Still Life
1.2 HW: 1 pt. Perspective City
1.3 Complex Geometric Still Life w/Line Variation
1.4 HW: 12 Object Still Life w/Line Variation*
1.5 1-Day Banana Drawing
1.6 Final In-Class Linear Still Life*
1.7 Open
Due Wednesday, March 2nd. Must be labeled and in order.
*Most heavily weighed drawings
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
3033 Drawing 3: Sketchbook 3
I gave the sketchbook assignment as you were packing up and some of you may have missed it:
Gordon, pg. 77
Master Study
Label!
Due Friday, 25th.
Gordon, pg. 77
Master Study
Label!
Due Friday, 25th.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
1033 Drawing 1: Out of Town Assignments
Norris 1033
Drawing 1
Sketchbook Extravaganza
As you all know I will be out of town on Friday (18th) and Monday (21st). Therefore I am giving you some independent work to keep you in practice with our current investigations into line technique. You will have three separate sketchbook assignments that will be turned in for three separate grades.
SK2: a cluster of 4-5 objects, all touching, drawn with a single topographical grid in which a pattern of parallel vertical and horizontal cross-contour lines wrap around all the touching objects as if they were a single form. Use line variation to suggest light and shadow.
SK3: Using the same 4-5 objects, create a small still-life. Use hatching and cross-contour lines to suggest volume and light and shadow. Use line variation to suggest light and shadow in this one as well.
SK4: Albrecht Durer “Six Pillows” Master Study. Recreate this drawing as fully and precisely as you can. Try to recreate Durer’s line quality and informative use of hatching. If you need a guide to place the forms, you can create a light 1x1” grid on the hand-out and then recreate it on your page.
All in graphite, all the time. Sketchbook = graphite. Always. Use a variety of pencils and be thoughtful about your marks. Good luck!
Drawing 1
Sketchbook Extravaganza
As you all know I will be out of town on Friday (18th) and Monday (21st). Therefore I am giving you some independent work to keep you in practice with our current investigations into line technique. You will have three separate sketchbook assignments that will be turned in for three separate grades.
SK2: a cluster of 4-5 objects, all touching, drawn with a single topographical grid in which a pattern of parallel vertical and horizontal cross-contour lines wrap around all the touching objects as if they were a single form. Use line variation to suggest light and shadow.
SK3: Using the same 4-5 objects, create a small still-life. Use hatching and cross-contour lines to suggest volume and light and shadow. Use line variation to suggest light and shadow in this one as well.
SK4: Albrecht Durer “Six Pillows” Master Study. Recreate this drawing as fully and precisely as you can. Try to recreate Durer’s line quality and informative use of hatching. If you need a guide to place the forms, you can create a light 1x1” grid on the hand-out and then recreate it on your page.
All in graphite, all the time. Sketchbook = graphite. Always. Use a variety of pencils and be thoughtful about your marks. Good luck!
3063 Painting: Out of Town Assignments
Norris 3063
BEGINNING PAINTING
Alla Prima Extravaganza
2.2 = Another in-class alla prima study. We will again start out with an ultramarine blue line drawing. However, rather than try to finish in class, this time we will make a full palette underpainting wash. You will use opaque and transparent colors as you choose, but this time you will dilute all of your paints with liquin in order to keep this initial stage thin, washy, and preliminary. Then, you will come back for a second session and add an undiluted, thicker layer in a second session. This painting will span two sessions: Wednesday (16th) and Friday (18th).
2.3 = Four small single object studies. You will have the weekend and class on Monday to work on these four small paintings.
1. the thinnest successful painting you can possibly make (dilute in liquin)
2. the thickest successful painting you can possibly make (pure oil paint)
3. a successful palette knife painting
4. a painting of a very challenging object
I will be back in town next Wednesday (23rd) and we will have a look at 2.2 & 2.3. We will also talk about finalizing Folio 2.
Folio 2 so far:
2.1 Single session alla prima still-life
2.2 Another in-class alla prima study (described above)
2.3 Four small single object studies
BEGINNING PAINTING
Alla Prima Extravaganza
2.2 = Another in-class alla prima study. We will again start out with an ultramarine blue line drawing. However, rather than try to finish in class, this time we will make a full palette underpainting wash. You will use opaque and transparent colors as you choose, but this time you will dilute all of your paints with liquin in order to keep this initial stage thin, washy, and preliminary. Then, you will come back for a second session and add an undiluted, thicker layer in a second session. This painting will span two sessions: Wednesday (16th) and Friday (18th).
2.3 = Four small single object studies. You will have the weekend and class on Monday to work on these four small paintings.
1. the thinnest successful painting you can possibly make (dilute in liquin)
2. the thickest successful painting you can possibly make (pure oil paint)
3. a successful palette knife painting
4. a painting of a very challenging object
I will be back in town next Wednesday (23rd) and we will have a look at 2.2 & 2.3. We will also talk about finalizing Folio 2.
Folio 2 so far:
2.1 Single session alla prima still-life
2.2 Another in-class alla prima study (described above)
2.3 Four small single object studies
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Monday, January 24, 2011
3063 Painting: Grisaille
Here are some examples of contemporary painters using elements of grisaille and/or a limited palette in their work. 1) Michael Borremans 2) Zhang Xiaogang 3) Vija Celmins
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
3063 - Painting I - Syllabus - Spring 2011
ART 3063: PAINTING
Spring 2011 – 3 Credit Hours, CRN: 11870
Section 001: MWF 1pm - 2:50pm, Fine Arts Building – 104
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am W: 9-10am F: 9-10am
E-mail: jnorris@astate.edu Phone: 972-3050 ext. 3755
Blog: norrisartclass.blogspot.com
COURSE DESCRIPTION: STUDIO ART. Introduction to composition and techniques in painting media. 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 1033, ART 1043.
REQUIREMENTS: 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 daily 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 (aka one letter grade) for each class period late. For 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. 10 points will automatically be deducted from your final participation grade if you miss the Final Critique.
GRADING: Grading will be based on assignments (which will be submitted in portfolio form), and class participation. The portfolios will make up 75% of your grade, and class participation will make up 25%.
A: 90 - 100% B: 80 - 89% C: 70 - 79% D: 60 - 69% F: 0 - 59%
Portfolio 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 covering a wide range of introductory techniques and processes associated with the act of oil painting, from the very beginning stages of preparing a surface, through the various approaches of building a surface and developing an image, and finally to the end stages of presentation and documentation. In doing so, we will perform short-term formal exercises in class, create long-term multi-session paintings, and you will be given ambitious homework projects.
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 one or more extended paintings connected to the concept.
3. We will work on extended paintings outside of class that may take up
to 2/3 weeks to complete.
4. We will critique the work and its relation to the concept as a class.
CLASS STRUCTURE (subject to change):
Painting – Materials – Preparing a surface
Painting – Still Life – Short Term Monochromatic Paintings – Transparent
Painting – Still Life – Short Term Grisaille Paintings – Opaque
Painting – Stilll Life – Short Term Color Shape Paintings – Transparent/Opaque
Painting – Still Life – Long Term Still Life with Underpainting
Painting – Portrait – Short Term Monochromatic Paintings
Painting – Portrait – Long Term Portraits with Underpainting
Painting – Portrait – Self Portrait
Painting – Portrait – Abstraction and the Human Form
Painting – Landscape – Short Term Landscape Paintings
Painting – Landscape – Long Term Landscape Paintings
Painting – Final Project
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: There is no textbook required for this class. Handouts will occasionally be made available. 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, Hobby Lobby, and hardware stores. You might also do well to just go online and make an order to acquire your materials: dickblick.com, aswexpress.com, danielsmith.com, etc.
PAINT (Windsor & Newton Winton Oil Colors are recommended):
-Burnt Sienna, 200ml -Titanium White, 200ml
-Yellow Ochre, 200ml -French Ultramarine, 200ml
-Alizarin Crimson, 200ml -Viridian Hue, 200ml
-Burnt Umber, 200ml -Sap Green, 37 ml
-Cadmium Yellow Hue, 37ml -Cadmium Red Hue, 37ml
-Ivory Black, 37ml -Light Red, 37ml
Optional:
-Raw Umber, 37ml -Pthalo Blue, 37ml
-Chromium Oxide, 37ml -Naples Yellow Hue, 37ml
TOOLS
-Mixing Knife -Razor Blade and holder
-Paper Towels -Solvent and Medium Holders (2)
-Bar of Soap -Toolbox for Materials
SURFACES:
You will be required to regularly provide surfaces on which to paint. They will generally be primed masonite/board or canvas. We will discuss acquiring and preparing these surfaces in class.
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE SEMESTER, CERTAIN MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED FOR YOU (BRUSHES, GESSO, MEDIUM)). YOU WILL HAVE TO REPLACE THESE MATERIALS INDIVIDUALLY AS THEY RUN OUT. WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.
Spring 2011 – 3 Credit Hours, CRN: 11870
Section 001: MWF 1pm - 2:50pm, Fine Arts Building – 104
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am W: 9-10am F: 9-10am
E-mail: jnorris@astate.edu Phone: 972-3050 ext. 3755
Blog: norrisartclass.blogspot.com
COURSE DESCRIPTION: STUDIO ART. Introduction to composition and techniques in painting media. 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 1033, ART 1043.
REQUIREMENTS: 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 daily 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 (aka one letter grade) for each class period late. For 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. 10 points will automatically be deducted from your final participation grade if you miss the Final Critique.
GRADING: Grading will be based on assignments (which will be submitted in portfolio form), and class participation. The portfolios will make up 75% of your grade, and class participation will make up 25%.
A: 90 - 100% B: 80 - 89% C: 70 - 79% D: 60 - 69% F: 0 - 59%
Portfolio 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 covering a wide range of introductory techniques and processes associated with the act of oil painting, from the very beginning stages of preparing a surface, through the various approaches of building a surface and developing an image, and finally to the end stages of presentation and documentation. In doing so, we will perform short-term formal exercises in class, create long-term multi-session paintings, and you will be given ambitious homework projects.
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 one or more extended paintings connected to the concept.
3. We will work on extended paintings outside of class that may take up
to 2/3 weeks to complete.
4. We will critique the work and its relation to the concept as a class.
CLASS STRUCTURE (subject to change):
Painting – Materials – Preparing a surface
Painting – Still Life – Short Term Monochromatic Paintings – Transparent
Painting – Still Life – Short Term Grisaille Paintings – Opaque
Painting – Stilll Life – Short Term Color Shape Paintings – Transparent/Opaque
Painting – Still Life – Long Term Still Life with Underpainting
Painting – Portrait – Short Term Monochromatic Paintings
Painting – Portrait – Long Term Portraits with Underpainting
Painting – Portrait – Self Portrait
Painting – Portrait – Abstraction and the Human Form
Painting – Landscape – Short Term Landscape Paintings
Painting – Landscape – Long Term Landscape Paintings
Painting – Final Project
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: There is no textbook required for this class. Handouts will occasionally be made available. 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, Hobby Lobby, and hardware stores. You might also do well to just go online and make an order to acquire your materials: dickblick.com, aswexpress.com, danielsmith.com, etc.
PAINT (Windsor & Newton Winton Oil Colors are recommended):
-Burnt Sienna, 200ml -Titanium White, 200ml
-Yellow Ochre, 200ml -French Ultramarine, 200ml
-Alizarin Crimson, 200ml -Viridian Hue, 200ml
-Burnt Umber, 200ml -Sap Green, 37 ml
-Cadmium Yellow Hue, 37ml -Cadmium Red Hue, 37ml
-Ivory Black, 37ml -Light Red, 37ml
Optional:
-Raw Umber, 37ml -Pthalo Blue, 37ml
-Chromium Oxide, 37ml -Naples Yellow Hue, 37ml
TOOLS
-Mixing Knife -Razor Blade and holder
-Paper Towels -Solvent and Medium Holders (2)
-Bar of Soap -Toolbox for Materials
SURFACES:
You will be required to regularly provide surfaces on which to paint. They will generally be primed masonite/board or canvas. We will discuss acquiring and preparing these surfaces in class.
AT THE BEGINNING OF THE SEMESTER, CERTAIN MATERIALS WILL BE PROVIDED FOR YOU (BRUSHES, GESSO, MEDIUM)). YOU WILL HAVE TO REPLACE THESE MATERIALS INDIVIDUALLY AS THEY RUN OUT. WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.
3033 - Drawing 3 - Syllabus - Spring 2011
ART 3033: DRAWING 3 – FIGURE DRAWING
Spring 2011 – 3 Credit Hours, CRN: 11885
Section 001: MWF 3pm - 4:50pm, Fine Arts 104
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am W: 9-10am F: 9-10am
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 (aka one letter grade) for each class period late. For 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. 10 points will automatically be deducted from your final participation grade if you miss the Final Critique.
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 – Anatomical Studies – Head, Trunk - Sketchbook
Figure – Self Portrait – Line / Value – Sketchbook
Figure – Contour / Cross-Contour – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies – Arms - Sketchbook
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies – Legs - Sketchbook
Figure – Portrait in Interior – Large Scale
Figure – Value – Large Scale: Arches
Figure – Figure in Motion Studies – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Figure/Motion/Space Studies – Large Scale: Craft
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:
How to Draw the Human Figure: An Anatomical Approach
by Louis Gordon
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 (preferably 400 series)
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: approx. 30 x 40
-vine or willow (soft is best) 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.
Spring 2011 – 3 Credit Hours, CRN: 11885
Section 001: MWF 3pm - 4:50pm, Fine Arts 104
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am W: 9-10am F: 9-10am
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 (aka one letter grade) for each class period late. For 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. 10 points will automatically be deducted from your final participation grade if you miss the Final Critique.
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 – Anatomical Studies – Head, Trunk - Sketchbook
Figure – Self Portrait – Line / Value – Sketchbook
Figure – Contour / Cross-Contour – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies – Arms - Sketchbook
Figure – Anatomical Limb Studies – Legs - Sketchbook
Figure – Portrait in Interior – Large Scale
Figure – Value – Large Scale: Arches
Figure – Figure in Motion Studies – Large Scale: Craft
Figure – Figure/Motion/Space Studies – Large Scale: Craft
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:
How to Draw the Human Figure: An Anatomical Approach
by Louis Gordon
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 (preferably 400 series)
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: approx. 30 x 40
-vine or willow (soft is best) 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.
1033 Drawing 1 - Syllabus - Spring 2011
ART 1033 : DRAWING 1
Spring 2011 – 3 Credit Hours, CRN: 11884
Section 001 : MWF 10am – 11:50am, Art Annex 209
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am, W: 9-10am, F: 9-10am
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. If you miss the final critique, 10 points will automatically be deducted from your participation grade.
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 (preferably 400 series)
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: a 25 x 28 piece of masonite will work
-vine or willow (soft is best) 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
-spray fixative
WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.
Spring 2011 – 3 Credit Hours, CRN: 11884
Section 001 : MWF 10am – 11:50am, Art Annex 209
Instructor: John Norris, Assistant Professor of Art
Office Hours: M: 9-10am, W: 9-10am, F: 9-10am
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. If you miss the final critique, 10 points will automatically be deducted from your participation grade.
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 (preferably 400 series)
-18x24 pad of Newsprint
-drawing board with clips: a 25 x 28 piece of masonite will work
-vine or willow (soft is best) 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
-spray fixative
WE WILL DISCUSS THE PURCHASE OF OTHER MATERIALS FOR INDIVIDUAL PROJECTS AS WE PROCEED.
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