ARTA 108 - Basic Drawing

Credits: 3
This course introduces students to the basic foundations of drawing methods, including a broadbased survey of art history and appreciation. Students experiment with a variety of materials: pencil, charcoal, and contecrayon practicing 1, 2 and 3 point perspective, and elemental architectural drawing techniques within an historical context. Students explore various elements of personal expression while comparing their efforts to major works of art. The course also introduces the art of still life, landscape, portrait, life drawing, gesture and contour drawing and classical drawing techniques. Studio fee required. Studio fee required.