Course Syllabus
2D Studio One
Course Name: 2D Studio One
Course Number: 6210
Level: CP
Department: Art
II Course Description
Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Art & Design
Open to: 10, 11, 12
Length: year
Credit: 1
Summary:
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2D Studio 1 presents figure, object and spatial drawing
problems that are designed to expand the student’s
knowledge of the application of the elements and
principals of design. Foundation drawing and painting
techniques are introduced and developed in each student.
Technical skills learned in Fundamentals of Art and
Design are reinforced and expanded upon by material and
theme development in a sequential method. Focus is on
creating a quality art object and mastering basic
drawing and painting skills in a variety of media. The
influence of basic art historic, critical and aesthetic
issues will be presented to the student. Out of class
work is required to complete assignments. Some
additional supplies are needed at the student’s expense |
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III Course Goals
IV Textbooks and Materials
Most materials provided in class, no text
V Course Outline
First Semester
Units of Instruction:
Elements and Principles Review
Applying Principles: Order out of Chaos
Foreshortening
Composition: Watercolor Animal
One and Two point perspective: Perspective House
Major Assessments:
Project evaluations
Semester exam
Second Semester Units of Instruction and Assessments:
Units of Instruction:
Observational drawing: White on black Still life
Texture: Reflective surface drawing
Metaphorical self-portrait
Portraiture: Classmate painting
Major Assessments:
Project evaluations
Final Exam
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(Parents and students: please
consult individual teachers for grading policies, extra credit info, class
procedures, etc.)
