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A course in the theory and practice of drawing using a variety of media and subject matter. The student will develop drawing skills through the use of line, plane, tone, shape, form, volume, chiaroscuro, and perspective. Group and individual instruction related to progressive assignments will encourage subjective and analytical development.

A course in the theory and practice of drawing using a variety of media and subject matter. The student will develop drawing skills through the use of line, plane, tone, shape, form, volume, chiaroscuro, and perspective. Group and individual instruction related to progressive assignments will encourage subjective and analytical development.

Introduction to visual perception, concepts, methods and applications of two-dimensional design across visual art disciplines and platforms. Self-expression and creative problem-solving through studio art projects. Lecture presentations, readings, verbal articulation, and critiques to develop visual literacy. Study of design theory with a focus on interdependence of content, form and context, combined with visual analysis of art from different eras and cultures.

Survey of visual culture within selected regions in Africa, Oceania, and indigenous North America. Art will be discussed from critical and historical perspectives with regard to formal visual elements of style and social context.

Survey of the history of comic art, from early sequential art to modern comics and graphic novels. Comics from a global perspective, including comic strips, graphic novels, bandes dessinées and manga, are discussed and analyzed from critical and historical perspectives, formal visual elements of style, and social/cultural contexts. Students learn to identify pivotal artists, authors, styles, and techniques and to critically analyze comics within their cultural frameworks.

This capstone course in the Chinese brush painting series supports students in achieving greater technical mastery and further developing conceptual, analytical, and cultural skills established in Art 146C. Emphasis is placed on creating self-directed work that connects technique, style, and philosophical content.

The focus is on the formulation of a self-directed creative process that builds upon the skills, methods, and concepts of Intermediate Chinese Brush Painting. Emphasis is placed on advanced techniques, materials, and the development of a personal visual language rooted in classical and contemporary brush painting traditions. Ideas are explored and refined through long-term and series projects, with a strong focus on expressive content and cultural context.

Continued development of brush painting skills learned in Art 146A. Focus on more advanced techniques in classical and contemporary Chinese calligraphy and painting, with an emphasis on composition, expressive personal content, and cultural appreciation. Students will work toward producing a cohesive portfolio suitable for transfer and professional opportunities.

Instruction to Chinese traditional calligraphy and brush painting through demonstrations, lectures, video and museum visits. Based on studying a series of Chinese masterpieces of flowers, landscape and animals, students will develop academic, technical and creative skills.

A course in the theory and practice of drawing using a variety of media and subject matter. The student will develop drawing skills through the use of line, plane, tone, shape, form, volume, chiaroscuro, and perspective. Group and individual instruction related to progressive assignments will encourage subjective and analytical development.