ART 150 - Drawing I

Institution:

Southern Maine Community College

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Description:

Open to students with little or no artistic background, this class will teach the fundamentals of creating and understanding art, with significant emphasis placed on achieving competence in observational drawing. Students will learn the basic elements of drawing: line, shape, gesture, value and composition, and will be introduced to color theory, use of non traditional materials and originating creative ideas through class projects, journal keeping, and looking at art. Field trips to local museums and galleries will enhance the students'' ability to put their own studio work in the context of the greater art world. The role of visual art as a tool for communication and expression will be explored. Out of class work essential.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smccME.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 741-5500

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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