Carroll Community College

ART-120, Drawing 1

Credits: 3

Course Description

Drawing 1 includes the theories, practices, and appreciation of drawing.  Using a variety of drawing media, the student will investigate landscapes, interiors, still life, and the figure. Projects may include sketch books and assignments in addition to classwork.  Portfolio development and critique are emphasized.  Prerequisite: exemption/completion of READ-091. Although there is no textbook for this course, the cost of art supplies will equal or exceed the cost of an average text. Materials list will be distributed at the first class session. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory each week. Three credits. Three billable hours.

Course Objectives and Grading Information

Course Objectives: The student of Art 120, upon successful completion of the course (grade of C or better), will be able to:

1. Distinguish, identify and demonstrate a facility to use pencils, charcoal, conte and ink in both linear and tonal applications.

2. Demonstrate the ability to execute linear drawings of objects and the figure in accurate proportions.

3. Demonstrate the ability to execute gesture and sustained drawings.

4. Demonstrate ability to create illusion of space by modulation of line.

5. Demonstrate ability to use value as a means to create the illusion of volumetric forms by modulation of light and shadow.

6. Apply in drawings the principles of one and two point perspective, atmospheric perspective and the basic concepts of foreshortening.

7. Demonstrate the ability to apply concepts of basic composition to a picture plane, including format, scale and size, and placement.

8. Demonstrate ability to verbalize understanding of drawing technique through critique.

9. Demonstrate responsible maintenance of a portfolio.