Advanced Painting
Faculty Name: |
Nathaniel Meyer |
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Room Number: |
G6 |
A. Disciplinary Literacy
1. Artist's Purpose
2.Elements of Art and Principles of Design
3.Media, Tools, Techniques, and Processes
B. Creation, Performance, and Expression
1.Media Skills
2.Composition Skills
3. Making Meaning
4. Exhibition
C. Creative Problem Solving
1. Application of Creative Process
D. Aesthetics and Criticism
E. Visual and Performing Arts Connections
1.The Arts and History and World Cultures
2. The Arts and Other Disciplines
3. Goal-Setting ~
4. Impact of the Arts on Lifestyle and Career
5. Interpersonal Skills
*Highlighted text refers to the MLRs that are covered with the most intensity.
Course Description
This course will further advance the students understanding of painting techniques introduced in Drawing and Painting I. This course is designed for students who have taken Drawing and Painting and have displayed a high level of skill and an interest in expanding upon the skills gained in Drawing and Painting I. Creative expression will be explored through the use of new and varied subject matter and techniques. This course will broaden students’ understanding of Art History, criticism, and aesthetics. This is an advanced course in which an ambitious and dedicated approach is expected. Attendance is important, as what is accomplished in this course will happen in the studio. Advanced students are absolutely expected to be motivated, self-disciplined workers. Although extra studio time is not
absolutely required outside of class, advanced students often discover the value in investing more time as their projects become greater, more ambitious endeavors. Serious commitment is expected from advanced students. Students are strongly encouraged to produce works of the highest quality and personal integrity possible. Use of a sketchbook or idea journal is strongly encouraged. Students are to discuss and explore meaning and/or intent. Advanced students are expected to encourage one another’s creative process and participate in a supportive studio environment where excellence can occur.
Learning Outcomes
Outcomes of this Course
Each student leaving Advanced Painting will:
1. Have a thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of 2 dimensional visual art.
2. Use arts knowledge and vocabulary to critique their work. ~
3. Produce quality work which demonstrates awareness of artmaking concepts and
techniques, and show improvement in the use of these tools over the course of the term. ~
4. Gain insight into the spiritual and practical sides of art. ~
5. Begin to view art as a context within which they can study relationships between the
past, themselves, and the universe.
Students Who Are Successful in This Course are Prepared for the Following Courses
High School Level:
Advanced Drawing, Printmaking
Textbooks & Reading Materials
Readings will be taken from “The Art Spirit” by Robert Henri.
Supplies are provided
Behavior Expectations & Classroom Conduct
1. Respect yourself; don't give up.
2.Respect others. Derisive comments will not be tolerated.
3.Appropriate studio protocol is to be followed at all times
Grading Policies
Students will be evaluated on the basis of:
A. Class Participation
1. Willingness to be challenged.
2. Effort.
B. Projects
1. Make use of concepts introduced or
reinforced at the beginning of lessons.
2. Show improvement. Course Schedule
Week #/ Dates: |
Major Topics |
Assessment(s) (Quizzes/Exams) |
First Day |
Semi-complex drawing to get students reintegrated into observational realm. |
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The first section of Advanced Painting will involve the rendering of simple, 3-dimensional solids. In drawing these forms, students will continue to develop their hand-eye coordination, observational skill, color sense, and regain confidence in their ability to reproduce the world around them. Composition and color theory will be explored at a much greater depth as students execute their own works. This work will set the stage for the more complicated subject matter and advanced concepts which are to follow. As always, emphasis will be placed on improvement and a personal commitment to excellence. |
Instructor observation group critique self assessment |
Week 1-3 |
Students will work on a still life in oil. Methods of measuring will be discussed/reinforced as students delve into the realm of painting from observation. Color theory will be reinforced/expanded upon. Underpainting technique will be discussed/demonstrated. Negative space, proportion, and the use of lights and darks to model form will be investigated and utilized in rendering these forms. |
Instructor observation group critique self assessment |
Week 4-7 |
Students will work on a still life consisting of various kinds of objects in oil. Proper composition and color will be paramount. The idea of reflected light will also be introduced. Concepts and techniques from the previous painting will, of course, be incorporated into this work as well. |
Instructor observation group critique self assessment |
Week 7-10 |
Students will begin to work with more naturally occurring, organic forms. They will begin by composing 3 small gourds in oil. The composition of said gourds will be a matter of great importance. The similarity of the gourds to the cylindrical forms previously worked on will be pointed out and connections made to prior knowledge. |
Instructor observation group critique self assessment |
Week 11-15 |
Students will begin a ¾ view self portrait in oil. Facial anatomy and proportions will be discussed and demonstrated. Once again, care will be taken to point out to students that, though the face may seem complicated, it may be broken down into its component three-dimensional solids. Measuring method will be expanded upon- posing & symbolic drawing will be reiterated. |
Instructor observation group critique self assessment |
Weeks 15-18 |
Students will work on a long-term, larger scale, fully rendered, ambitious painting. Multiple source materials will be utilized with an emphasis on observational work. Composition will surely be a factor in fashioning an illusionistic work of aesthetic significance. This really is the culmination of all the thinking and hard work that's been done over the course of the semester. ~ |
~Instructor observation group critique self assessment |
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Short breaks to view and discuss masterworks will occur sporadically. |
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