Apr 24, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog 2021-2022 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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ART 211 - Drawing I


This course explores basic visual concepts and materials traditionally associated with the art of drawing. It is an introductory course which places particular emphasis on perception. Students will be exposed to a number of traditional skills and ideas that have occupied artists throughout history. The class involves drawing from direct observation with an emphasis on accuracy of representation, space, freehand perspective, value contrast, and other basic techniques and concepts. The student is also expected to develop an artistic discipline and an understanding of the artist’s language. In addition to creating original drawings from life, there will be regular class critiques, reading assignments, and writing assignments. 

Hours: 3



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