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READING AREA
COMMUNITY COLLEGE COURSE
SYLLABUS
Drawing Syllabus Spring 2012
INTRO TO DRAWING
Professor: Tullio DeSantis
I. BASIC COURSE INFORMATION (ART 111)
COURSE: Intro to Drawing, Credit Hours: Three
Term: Spring 2012
Professor: Tullio Francesco DeSantis
Prerequisites: COM-051 or COM-121 or appropriate placement score
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces the basic principles of drawing. Emphasis is on studying the elements of design, developing the skills to use these concepts objectively, and executing ideas on a two- dimensional surface. Students will be required to create independent works of art and to participate in field trips to museums and art galleries.
RATIONALE OF THE COURSE
The understanding of compositional principles is necessary to make a successful drawing. Elements of design such as line, shape, texture and value are formal properties that must be dealt with when making art. Ideas can be communicated visually when individuals understand how to use these elements and principles in their work
II. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Required Text: None
Basic Materials: (minimal requirements)
black magic markers—fine, medium, thick points
11X14 inch Drawing pad (white only). Do not buy Sketching Tablets
18”x24” Drawing pad (Strathmore or Bienfang brand)
one 3H pencil
2 4B pencils ( more as needed)
several sticks vine charcoal (more as needed)pressed charcoal
charcoal pencil (more as needed)
kneaded eraser/art gum eraser
ruler
(These items come completely packaged in the Bookstore in the SUB. Additional supplies may be purchased at area or online art stores)
III. PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
A student exiting Intro to Drawing will be able to:
1. Successfully complete a finished drawing
2. Analyze form and technique used in various media.
3. View works of art generally in relation to the specific artwork executed as assigned
4. Develop an understanding of the formal properties of art such as line, form, volume,
composition, value, texture, and utilize these elements in their own drawings.
5. Identify how improvements can be made through discussion
and critique
6. Develop a critical eye and vocabulary for talking about art.
7. Identify and apply specific styles of art.
8. Recognize various art styles as personal expressions.
9. Learn to create the illusion of space on a two-dimensional surface through
conventions such as linear and atmospheric perspective.
10. Interpret the influences of cultural and psychological contexts on works of art.
11. Execute architectural and landscape perspective by sighting and use of perspective system 12. Learn the proportions of the human head and how to render a portrait in profile
and full-face view.
13. Develop and create self-expressive drawing of choice
14. Write 1500 words (minimum) total on art-related subjects.
15. View the permanent collection of the Reading Public Museum and Art Gallery.
16. Write 500 word (minimum) response to Museum visit.
17. Write 750 word ArtText with Research Component
18. Online writing –professor’s online blog (250 words minimum)
19. Develop artistic opinions based on the formal properties of art and subjective experience.
20. Recognize subjective feelings as valid responses and acknowledge peer responses as
meaningful dialogue.
IV. ASSESSMENT POLICY
Grading Assessment Standards are presented prior to first graded assignments
Grades will be based on the assessment of drawings successfully completed
by the end of the semester.
These drawings will count for 60% of the grade.
Student writing will count for 30% of grade
Attitude, Participation, Effort, will count for 10% of the final grade.
Presentation is an assessed aspect of submitted work
V. ATTENDANCE POLICY
Attendance, arriving late to class, and coming to class without assignments or required materials impacts the final grade as stated below:
Students may have 3 unexcused absences. Acceptable Absences must be accompanied by corroborating paperwork or receive prior approval. Grades will drop one level for each unexcused absence. More than 4 unexcused absences constitute a failure for the term. 3 late arrivals constitute an unexcused absence.
Students who miss 4 or more classes within the first six weeks of the semester may be withdrawn by the instructor under “faculty initiated withdrawal” at the discretion of the instructor.
VI. OTHER INFORMATION Regarding Student Attitude and Behavior
Cell Phones and Music Players are to be turned off during class.
No electronic devices are permitted during class time.
This includes cell phones, music players, et. al.
Inappropriate and disrespectful behavior are not tolerated.
Students involved in these situations receive a zero grade for the day, earn an absence, and will be addressed and assessed by the professor on an individual basis.
Students are expected to participate in class discussions
The museum visit is mandatory.
A valid Museum receipt or other approved proof of attendance must accompany the paper.
Student work not picked up is kept for one month after semester ends.
VII. CONTACTING THE PROFESSOR:
E-mail: tdesantis@racc.edu / Voice Mail: 610-372-4721 X 4368
Office hours before and after class and by appointment.
VIII. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Writing Assignments
Writing assignments minimum requirements : (Keep a copy of all written assignments)
1. Professor’s Blog (250 words minimum)
2. Museum Report (500 words minimum)
3. Art Writing with Research Component (750 words minimum)
Description of writing projects:
1: Professor’s BLOG : Online Writing Assignment and Reporting
1. Go to www.readingeagle.com
2. Choose: “Arts/Entertainment”.
3. Choose: “Entertainment Blogs”.
4. Choose“ARTology with Tullio DeSantis.
Choose entries from two time frames: 2012 and also 2011 - 2005.
Read specific entries and select ”comments” at end of entry.
Type a comment in the “comments” field.
Save a copy of your comments for classroom submission.
The following URL is an alternative method of reaching ARTology blog:
http://readingeagle.com/blog.aspx?bid=33
2: Gallery/Museum Visit Report
- Choose any work or 2 works to write about
2. 500 Total words (minimum)
3. Give Title, name of artist, date, materials, as provided.
4. Brief description of the work - use words discussed in class when referring to art elements: line, value, color, contrast, composition, etc.
5. Personal Response –Why did you choose the works? Do you like or dislike the works? Why?
6. What do they mean to you?
7. Summation
8. Museum receipt must be submitted with paper.
3: Art Writing and Research Component
- Subject: Visual Artist
- 750 words minumim
- References required
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IX. CLASS RESOURCE WEBSITE
This site contains drawing lessons, assignments, student resources, and additional information:
http://www.desantisart.com/drawlesson/
Due dates are TBA
Follow professor online at:
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www.tulliodesantis.com
http://readingeagle.com/blog.aspx?bid=33
http://twitter.com/TullioDeSantis
http://www.facebook.com/tulliofrancescodesantis
https://plus.google.com/110292076036271913623
http://www.youtube.com/tulliodesantis
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tullio_DeSantis
X: EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
All emergencies should be reported as follows:
Dial 211 from red phones in each hall (will connect directly to extension 5077) or call 5077 from any regular phone and report emergency to attendant. If extension 5077 is not answered, call extension 5291. The attendant will relay information to appropriate Physical Plant/Security personnel for action.
Building Campus Evacuations
Emergencies such a fire, bomb threats, civil disturbances, etc. may warrant the evacuation of buildings and or the entire campus.
When a building evacuation alarm is activated, all persons are to leave by the nearest, marked exit and alert others to do the same. All persons are to take all personal property that is within easy reach with them when exiting the building. Doors to rooms should be closed but not locked: lights should be turned off.
Direct the disabled to the appropriate landings within each building. DO NOT use elevators.
Once outside the building, proceed to a clear area as directed by Campus Security and/or College officials that is at least 500 feet away from the affected building. Keep roadways, fire land, fire hydrant area, and walkways clear for emergency vehicles and personnel.
DO NOT return to an evacuated building until told to do so by an appropriate College official. |