Catalog 2015-2016 
    
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Catalog 2015-2016 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ART 256 Intermediate Painting for Art Majors

5 credits
Students continue to develop their skills in painting by focusing on advanced composition theories and abstract concepts. Explores value, pattern, tone, mood, and color theories to stretch and refine abilities.

Prerequisites: ART 255 .
Quarters Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Execute a series of paintings around a theme
  • Compose an image with atmospheric perspective
  • Transfer drawn images onto canvas with emphasis on preliminary drawing
  • Blend unique hues through the mixture of primary, secondary, and neutral colors/tones
  • Explore painted composition through rapid sketches
  • Layout compositions with an emphasis on drawing and design fundamentals
  • Assess a variety of painting styles and schools
  • Demonstrate an applied knowledge of painting and craftsmanship techniques
  • Paint on a variety of materials with mixed methods