AR 120 - Introduction to Painting

Institution:

Bethany College - West Virginia

Subject:

Description:

3 hours This course introduces the basic skills and concepts of painting as a form of representation. Formal elements such as composition, color, mark, shape, form, space, and surface, etc. will be engaged and considered as descriptive and expressive forces. The genres of still life, self-portraiture, and working from the nude model will be used to explore the dynamic between subject and language. Contemporary and historical images will be analyzed and related to studio practice. Critiques will be a regular part of course work. Prerequisite: AR110.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.bethanywv.edu

Phone Number:

(304) 829-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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