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ART 222 / Section # 1012 / 1.5 Units
Mendocino College, Lake Center, Rm. 7050
Instructor: Lorraine Brady Arthur
e-mail: lbradyar@mendocino.edu
Phone Messages: 707-479-3889
Class Begins August 19
Class Ends December 16
Class Time: Wed. 2:00 - 5:00 pm
Office Hours: Wed. 5:00 - 5:30, 9:00 - 9:15
1 hr. lecture, demonstration/ 2 hr. lab
Class Description: Watercolor is an exciting transparent medium! It has unique challenges that students will be taught to manipulate through a variety of techniques, an understanding of various pigment groups and their reactions, and when to leave your painting alone. If you enjoy color or a challenge and want to learn to paint, watercolor is a great medium! Students will create a useful reference book (Pigment Palette Book), as well as explore watercolor techniques by painting still life, landscapes, or nonobjective painting. The class includes color theory and mixing, related materials, surfaces, and combined media through a series of demonstrated skills.
Course Objectives:
1. Develop watercolor techniques
2. Demonstrate use of tools and other aides
3. Develop an understanding of purpose and variations of three pigment groups
4. Identify, mix,and match pigments; describe pigment properties
5. Comprehend basic color theory and definitions
6. Demonstrate paper preparation and care of paper
7. Design compositions for paintings that develop personal expression and style that has been improved by instruction and practice
8. To participate and articulate acquired visual skills by means of watching demonstrations, practice and in class critiques
9. Storage and presentation
Student Outcome: Each student will complete a ‘portfolio’ of work during the semester that demonstrates their comprehension and skill:
A. Individual skills development:
1. Acquire through practice: techniques, use of medium and care / stretching of paper
2. Understand the use of the three w.c. pigment groups
3. Grasp practical application of color theory concepts and the value of colors
4. Ability to depict value and color in light and shadows; then utilize them as shapes to create a pleasing composition
5. Individual style and originality in designs when applicable
6. Attain all other course objectives as stated above
B. Apply critical thinking to assignments, including planning of a painting
C. Participation in class content, class objectives, and critiques
Instructional Method: Lectures, demonstrations, instructional handouts, books, internet, slides, DVD or video
Method of Evaluation: Evaluation in order of importance: technique; drawing and composition; creativity, originality and expression; presentation and class participation.
Grading & Assignments: A cumulative point system of 1- 100 will be used to determine a final grade. Points earned for each assignment are added up for a final letter grade: 90 - 100= ‘A’; 80 - 89 = ‘B’; 70 - 79 = ‘C’; 60 - 69 = ‘D’, 59 and below is an ‘F’. Students may apply for a credit/no credit grade option within the first month of the semester at the registration office.
1. 2.5 points each Assignments 1, 3 - 9
2. 5 points Assignments 10
3. 10 points each Assignment 11 - 12
4. 15 points each Assignment 13
5. 20 points each Assignment 2 &14 “Watercolor Pigment Palette Book & The Final”
Students learn in accordance to how much they apply themselves: follow the schedule, complete all work and on time, be on time for class, prepare in advance and be ready to learn. Repeated tardiness, absences and late assignments may lower a student’s grade. Students may do make-up work by following the class schedule. It is the responsibility of the student to get copies of notes or information from other students for classes they have missed due to absence (find a student to exchange phone numbers or e-mails with). Make-up work is due within two weeks following an absence. Contact the instructor of any personal issues that may affect your learning or grade.
Attendance Policy: Students are expected to regularly attend class. Make-up work needs to be completed and turned in after an absence. Students who miss three or more classes and have not contacted the instructor and have a legitimate excuse will be dropped from class. The only exceptions may be students registered for Credit/ Noncredit grade option.
Homework: Prepare by gathering materials for assignments, draw thumbnail sketches, prepare surfaces, and work on assignments. Refer to Class - Homework Schedule 1-3 weeks in advance for planning.
Reading Assignments: No textbook. Class handouts are required reading, and possible internet sites.
Supplies: See attached Supply List. Cost will vary from about $100. - $200. and up depending on where they are purchased and brands. However your supplies will last for years while only needing to purchase additional paper and maybe an occasional brush.
Student Responsibilities:
1. Regular attendance. Students have the first 10 minutes to set up supplies for painting. Lectures or demonstrations will follow.
2. Be prepared! Read the class calendar weekly to prepare for class assignments. Bring all necessary materials for each assignment, such as canvas vs. canvas paper, photos, or roughs, etc.
3. Active observation and note taking of all demonstrations or lectures
4. Active participation during class critiques and discussions
5. Keep a painting diary of all assignments
6. Complete assigned work
7. Clean up your own work area after each class! This includes sponging off tables.
Classroom Conduct Policy: As instructor, I aim to create a pleasant, non-threatening, and fun learning environment for students of all levels. In order to do so, I expect everyone to abide by the the following classroom policies:
1. Consideration, courtesy, and non-disruptive behavior towards everyone in class
2. Completion of assignments for homework in accordance to class schedule
3. Attempt to be on time, (though it’s better to be late than absent) and not miss class
4. If you’re having problems, speak with the instructor! Maintain open communication with instructor regarding personal issues that may arise and affect your abilities to complete class/ work, etc.
5. Fully focus on instructional lectures & demos- Please withhold questions to a Question & Answer Time after any lecture or demo.
6. Do not leave the room during instructor demos or lectures, unless it’s an emergency. Short breaks may be taken any time during lab time.
7. Talking in class is limited to lab time
8. No use of cell phones, MP3 players, or other devices during lecture / demo’s 9. No eating / drinking in the classroom, except for water
10. A no tolerance policy exists for any disruptive behavior that is:
A. Lewd, profane, indecent, hostile or threatening in nature. If such behavior occurs the student will be permanently removed from the class and reported to College Administration. No warnings will be issued before permanent removal. Students are encouraged to report personal incidents to the instructor.
11. Drug-free / alcohol free campus
12. Mendocino College “Academic Honesty Guidelines” are to be followed |
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