Course Description
This is an introductory course in the use of water-base and/or oil-based paints. Following brief lectures and demonstrations, students will explore various painting techniques and begin to apply their technical knowledge to various expressive concerns. Painting subjects may include studio still-life, compositions derived from previous drawing courses, and free interpretation based on traditional theories. AAS: Humanities/fine arts elective.
Course Fee
$20
Topical Outline
- Canvas preparation
- Safety issues
- Color mixing principles
- Direct observational painting
- Glazing and layering techniques
- Chiaroscuro
- Pictorial space exploration
- Monochromatic palette
- Inventive color exploration
- Atmospheric perspective
- Abstraction within painting
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Acquire the skills needed in order to create a successful painting in acrylic or oil.
- Demonstrate the ability to produce a composition from the conceptual idea to final production.
- Develop skills in a variety of techniques.
- Discuss their artwork using proper terminology in a critique format.