Beginning Drawing and Painting

1 Semesters / ½ Credit

Requirements: Visual Arts 2D Design and teacher recommendation.

The focus of this course is for students to explore a variety of drawing, painting, and mixed media. Through the “cardboard portrait project” students will combine traditional portrait drawing techniques with unconventional media to explore a mixed-media approach to rendering. Students will begin to hone the quality of their rendering and design skills utilizing theories of composition and dynamic contrast to visually communicate their ideas. An architectural landscape watercolor painting project will allow students to demonstrate their understanding and use of space. Students will gain confidence with color mixing and watercolor painting through a series of exercises focusing on mixing hues, values, intensities, temperatures, neutrals, and incorporating creative textural techniques. Lastly, students will strengthen their ideation skills through a “Street Art Pattern Project.” By combining design techniques, introduction of emphasis and symbolism, and a thorough acrylic paint demonstration, students will create their own logo and street art wall on canvas. Critical analysis and evaluation of one’s own work and the work of others will continue to be strengthened.