DR 316 - Drawing III:Nature and Abstraction

Institution:

Montserrat College of Art

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Description:

3 credits This course introduces the historical and contemporary use of nature as a source for abstraction. Students develop drawing ideas based on observation and interpretation of natural phenomena. Through a series of specific subject units (the human body, macro/micro worlds, geological and botanical subjects, landscape forms and weather) students learn to integrate abstract forms and content in drawing. Issues of scale, form, space, surface tension and mark making will be stressed. Prerequisites: one 200-level drawing course Fulfills: Advanced Drawing Elective; 300-level Studio Elective; Studio Elective

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.montserrat.edu/

Phone Number:

(978) 921-4242

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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