LAR 510 - Drafting and Graphics

Institution:

Chatham University

Subject:

Description:

This studio develops graphic literacy as a language and philosophy for observation, analysis, expression, and presentation of landscape design. Students are introduced to a number of techniques and methods of drawing used by landscape architects, including freehand drawing, use of colored pencils, markers, and mechanical drafting through various exercises. An understanding is developed of architectural and engineering scales, plans, elevations and sections. Additional work is spent on values, colors, palettes, and shadowing techniques that culminate in a final studio project. Cross-listed as LNS 515.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Other

Notes:

LAR510

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.chatham.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 365-1100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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