ART 116 - Introduction to Drawing

Institution:

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

Subject:

Art

Description:

Introduces basic vocabulary, concepts, and art practices through the study and creation of drawing. Drawing is fundamental to the visual arts. Students develop a variety of drawing projects by working from observation. Techniques employed focus on line, value, and form. These include outline, cross-contour drawing, shading, value, basic composition, sketching, precision measuring and proportion, and sight-size method. Media include paper, charcoal, chalk and/or ink.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Studio

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Institution Website:

www.mcla.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 662-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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