Tyler Alpern, Art Instructor | ||
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University of Colorado, LIBBY RAP Drawing and Painting | ||
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Changes to Schedule POSTED IN RED. MURAL PROJECT 2012! http://vimeo.com/29806403 CLASS EXHIBIT: May 2, 5:45pm EXTRA CREDIT / LRAP EVENTS:
There will be some LRAP events scheduled that you can earn extra credit for. Sign up with Michael in the LRAP office.
Extra Credit Op: The Figure Painting Group has been in operation for 13 years offering drop in figure drawing from live nude models 3 times/week. Everyone is welcome. 1st time fee is only $5 for 3 hours. $9 thereafter. Times are as follows: Wed evening 6:30-9:30 short pose. Sat morning 9-noon one pose. Sat afternoon 1-4pm short pose. 4949 N Broadway #108 questions call Ted at 303 258-7273, or Roger at 303 449-0673 http://www.rogermordhorst.com/Figure_Painting_Group/fpg.html | ||
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ARTS 1202-750 Painting 1 3 Credit
For assignment instructions, information and demos click here.
Schedule - Subject to Change:
Every assigned painting must have at least 10 compositional sketches completed before image is put on canvas (C). Assignments not completed in class are homework. Visit http://www.tyleralpern.com/paint1.html for assignment details, demos and tips.
Class 1: Intro and Lecture
Class 2: Art Supplies at Guiry's 2404 Pearl (24th and Pearl) Downtown. 3:50pm! 3/444-3800
Class 3 - 9: Color Mixing - Value Charts (B) Due by Class 11. 15pts. Purpose: To learn how to see value, temperature and saturation in color, to understand color theory, to learn how colors mix, how to darken, lighten and neutralize them.
And for ARTS 2202-750 Painting 2 you must complete an exercize in Simultaneous Contrast due by Class 9.
Class 5 - Glenn Brill Oil Painting Materials Demo
Due in Sketchbook by Class 9 - 20+ unique ideas for a painting.
Class 10 - 13: Shading Theory (A - C) Due by Class 12. 5pts.
Purpose: To be able to paint what is real or imagined on a flat surface with the sharp illusion of mass and volume and use color effectively.
Class 13 - 15: 3-D Object Painting (A -F ) Due by Class 15. 10pts.
Purpose: To apply skills learned so far in a creative work. Painting must have a strong illusion of 3-D volume, and follow the rules of atmospheric perspective. Do not paint something shiny, reflective, trasnparent or to complex.
Due in Sketchbook by Class 15 - 20+ more unique ideas for a painting.
Class 15 - 22: Due by Class 23. 20pts.
Go Beyond Local Color To learn how value is more important than hue in crafting an image. To find expressive, personal color. and Layering and Transparency To learn how to craft a painting using an under painting, to begin to find an artistic voice.
And for ARTS 2202-750 Painting 2 the painting must follow the rules of atmospheric perspective and design to achieve a deep sense of space.
Due Class 16: 20 Inspirational Paintings collected for presentation and discussion.
Due in Sketchbook by Class 22 - 20+ more unique ideas for a painting.
Class 23 - 29: Final Project and Critique. Flat Color, Surface and Text. (A - F) 30pts. Level 1; 20pts. Level 2.
Purpose: To embrace flat rather than modeled color in an image whether 3-D or flat in appearance, use text as a design element and activate the surface of the painting with BOTH additive and subtractive painting techniques. This work must have a mininum dimension of 24”. Go Big!!!
And for ARTS 2202-750 Painting 2 You must produce an addtional painting at least 24” x 24” that explores some narrative content and must have a clear design strategy or motif emphasizing one or more Principles or Elements of Design. - 10 points.
Class 22: Final Sketchbooks due for all levels , 20 Inspirational Paintings Review Continue. Combined worth is 10 points.
Class 25: Written Test 10 points.
It is the nature of art that some painters are quicker than others, some artists take on more ambitious projects than others. Simply completing all assignments early does not excuse students from attending classes. Students must work on projects and be present every week. Should a student finish all assignments early, new projects will be negotiated with each student as needed.
Class Dates: 1: 1/18, 2: 1/23, 3: 1/25 4: 1/30, 5: 2/1, 6: 2/6, 7: 2/8, 8: 2/13, 9: 2/15, 10: 2/20, 11: 2/22, 12: 2/27, 13: 2/29, 14: 3/5, 15: 3/7, 16: 3/12, 17: 3/14, 18: 3/19, 19: 3/21, 20: 4/2, 21: 4/4, 22: 4/9, 23: 4/11, 24: 4/16, 25: 4/18, 26: 4/23, 27: 4/25, 28: 4/30. 29: 5/2. BREAK: 3/26 - 3/30.. Celebration of the Arts: 5/2 5:45 - 8pm Final Exam Period: None scheduled..
Performance and Grading Policy: Your grade is based on effort, attitude and attendance, not ability. 2 points deducted for late work each period past due. Make-up classes or assignments (IF POSSIBLE) must be completed within 2 weeks and count up to 2/3's part credit
COURSE TOTAL = 100 POINTS. Written Test 10pts, Sketchbook 10pts, Model sessions 20pts, Course work and Homework 60 pts. Grading scale: 99-90 = A, 89-80 = B, 79-70 = C, 69-60 = D, below 60 = F
Grading scale for art projects A full engagement in the process; use of the set parameters and suggestions B an interesting work that does not quite fulfill the requirements C adequate, reasonably competent; a mixture of strengths and weaknesses, partially fulfills assignment D poor in content, form, and mechanics, does not follow assignment F incoherent, disastrously flawed, or not turned in
Numeric grades: A = 90 - 100% points, B = 80 - 89%, C = 70 - 79%, D = 60 - 69%, F = 0 - 59%.
I want you to take risks and not worry about beauty, success, or artistic ability of finished work, grades are only based on fulfilling assignment instructions and requirements. Assignments must be completed and approved to get full credit. I expect you to call in advance of each absence: 303 545 6955. Religious holidays can be made up at full credit if procedure is followed - please let me know your plans for them in advance. Excused absences do not excuse responsibility for the work missed.
Three tardies, early departures, or excessive breaks equal one absence. Missing more than 15 minutes of a period also counts as a tardy. Your grade drops one letter every 3 unexcused absences, or 1/3 of a level with each absence. A bad attitude on a day when we try something you do not like or not following assignment directions, or safe studio practices will count as an absence.
You may be absent from one week of classes for personal or medical reasons during the semester without your grade being affected. If your class meets twice per week, this means you may miss 2 classes for personal or medical reasons; if your class meets 3 times per week, you may miss 3 classes for personal or medical reasons. Any more absences than this will affect your grade by one grade increment; for instance, an A- grade will automatically become a B+, a B grade will automatically become a B-, and so forth. In cases of hospitalization or a death in the family, contact your instructor immediately to discuss options.
Extra Credit: You can earn up to 3 points extra credit OR make up a missed class by attending an approved LRAP event. Details in schedule or TBA.
Miscellaneous:
You must wash and clean your desk after each class. Wear clothes that can get paint permanently on them. USE RESPECT: for yourself, your classmates, the room and materials in it. Realize that a portion of your grade is your conduct in the studio. That includes safety issues, respect for the work of others and cleaning up after yourself.
Please use only your cubby or slot to store paintings, use respect and care not to smear or damage other paintings.
To avoid ingesting hazardous materials, eating and drinking in the studio is discouraged.
No toxic chemicals or paints shall be disposed of in the sink. Pottery, painting and photography operations are of particular concern because these activities use materials that may contain toxic metals which are not removed by water treatment plant processes, and are retained in the environment.
If you are offended by the nude human form, please inform the instructor in advance of model sessions so an alternate assignment can be arranged.
Use of headphones allowed only if completely inaudible to others and may be disallowed.
Text messaging allowed only at discretion of instructor. Cell privileges may be revoked.
Communication is the key to success in this class. If there is anything of concern, see me, call or e-mail. Students with disabilities, language conflicts or having special circumstances during the semester should contact me early so that appropriate accommodations may be made. Requesting accommodation or allowances after the fact, or, at the end of the term, is NOT an appropriate solution.
The instructor reserves right to modify the calendar and assignments for the class.
Class is likely cancelled due to any active fires in the Lefthand Canyon Area. | ||
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Drawing 1 ARTS 1002 750 3 credit CU Libby RAP
Drawing Class Plans -----Subject to Change
Many assignment handouts and instructions can be found online at: http://www.tyleralpern.com/handouts.html
Class 1: Intro.
Class 2: Art Supplies at Guiry's 2404 Pearl (24th and Pearl) Downtown. 2:30pm!
Class 3: Measuring/Rendering - Pencil (Pe), Large White Drawing Pad (DP), Er. Purpose: change of approach from previous class, to begin to learn how to accurately render what is seen. 4pts. Sketchbook Activity: Do a measured drawing of an interior space.
Class 4: Measuring Continued - Pe, DP, Er. Purpose: to practice and better learn the techniques of measuring and to begin to incorporate the varieties of line quality. 3pts
Class 5: Line Quality - All drawing materials (All), Ink, NP or DP. Purpose: to make more interesting, expressive yet understandable drawings by expanding the range and variety of line; to be able to draw from the imagination; to train the hand. 3pts. SB: Do a drawing with 5 distinct and different types of line, using line to clarify form and space.
Class 6: Cross Contour - Pe, NP or DP. Purpose: to use line direction (and later mark making) to describe the three dimensionality of a form on a flat surface. 3pts. Homework: Finish all assigned forms, 3 different but successful: sphere, cube, pyramid, lumps, cylinders & cones - both hollow and solid. Place some forms in a variety of different spaces. EXAGGERATE curves, spacing and line quality.
Class 7: Formula Shading - Ch, Pe, Er, DP or NP. Purpose: to learn how to craft the look of 3-dimensional space on the flat 2-dimensional surface of paper using value and logic. 3pts. SB: Draw 3 3d forms of your choice and render each once with Formula Shading and once with Cross Contour Lines Homework: Finish all assigned forms: sphere, cube, pyramid, cylinders, cones, lumps.
Class 8: Formula Shading and Measuring - Ch, Pe, Er, DP. Purpose: To integrate the ideas of measuring and rendering with formula shading; combining what you see with conventions to communicate what you know. 1pt. Bring a form or object today for everyone to draw. HW: Come to class 9 prepared with an idea to draw a scene that expresses near and far in the light of day.
Class 9: Atmospheric Perspective - Ch, Pe, Er, DP. Purpose: to learn how to create a sense of deep space by examining the many kinds of changes that occur over a large area or space and integrating them into drawing, and to learn various charcoal techniques including use of the stump and turpenoid. 3pts. Arrive with an idea for content. Turn in Sketchbooks. SB: brainstorm 20 different ideas for drawing and document them with thumbnail sketches and text.
Class 10: 1 Point and 2 Point Perspective - Pe, Er, DP, Ruler. Purpose: to learn how to effectively make the size of objects recede into the distance, control point of view and review line quality. 3pts. Be prepared and bring a large ruler or straightedge.
Class 11: 3 Point Perspective - Pe, Er, DP, Ruler. Purpose: to learn how to and appropriately use of 3 point perspective and review atmospheric perspective. 3pts. Be prepared and bring a large ruler or straightedge. SB: Have 3 ideas worked out that you are excited about trying for a finished drawing that includes perspective.
Classes 12 - 13: Perspective, Shading, Imagination - Choice, DP, Ruler. Purpose: to create a finished work and to combine the elements we have studied individually so far; to do creative work and to get personal help on particular and individual drawing problems. 9 hrs. Personal grade reviews. 3pts. HW: 3-4 hours to finish drawing. Due by class 17 at the latest. SB: Sketch the same idea in 1, 2, and 3 point perspective and from a variety of different eye levels.
Class 14: Mark Making and Surface - Bring all supplies. Purpose: to look at the surface of the drawing, the marks we make and how the mark can be the actual subject of the drawing. How we draw can be even more important than what we draw! Ink - ink, soft brush, NP, DP. Purpose: to introduce the use and style of ink. 3pts. Homework: HW: Create a 2+ hour drawing that is rendered entirely out of the repetition of one or more kinds of marks. 3pts. Due Class 16.
Class 15: Composition - Pe, Er, Ch, NP. Purpose: to find creative content, draw from the imagination and examine compositional possibilities. 3pts.
Class 16: Own Project: Graphite - Graphite, Odorless Turpenoid, stiff brush, White Conte, Stump, Pe, Er. DUE TODAY: Mark Homework. Purpose: to develop creative work, to learn the varied techniques of graphite. HW: Bring item to draw for Class 17 and Finish Drawing Must use all the following, turpenoid washes, erasing, stomp blending, layering with white, dry brush. 3pts. Due by class 20.
Classes 17-19: Photo - A photo that has a likeness to a person or animal, a Xerox copy of that photo, ruler, Pe, Er, Stump, DP. Turn in Sketchbooks. Purpose: to learn how to use a photo to make a work of art, not to merely copy it but enhance it; to learn how to achieve a likeness, 3-dimensionality, artistic stamp, and how to sustain a longer drawing. Personal grade reviews. 5pts. Due by Class 22. Class 19: Duality exercise. 1pt. SB: Do each: Transformation, Substitution, Juxtaposition. 2pts. HW: Finish Photo to portfolio quality. Must have: likeness, an invented element, unique composition based on minimum 10 thumbnails, Formula Shading, Atmospheric Perspective, stylistic emphasis, background.
Classes 20-22: Shape and Pattern: Tessellations - Ink, DP Purpose: to explore duality as content and shape and pattern as compositional possibilities, render in ink. 6pts. Due by Class 25. HW: finish to portfolio quality.
Classes 23, 24, 26, 28: Figure Drawing - Lots of NP, all supplies. Purpose: to learn how to draw people, review rendering and measuring, gesture, foreshortening, study lighting and value, make lots of awful drawings to learn how to make some good ones. 4 pts each day. SB: one page written critique of another's student's finished drawing. See handout for details.
23: Gesture, Measuring, Light; 24: G,M, L, Lost Line - Black or Toned Paper, White Co, Ch, DP; Purpose: to simplify drawings and to engage the viewer by integrating his/her participation and imagination. 26: G, Ink; 28: Expressiveness. Purpose: to incorporate artist’s interpretation and style into the figure studies.
Classes 25, 27, 29: Final Project - DP, your choice of media. Class 25: Written Exam and turn in sketchbook. Personal grade reviews. Purpose: to develop a sustained drawing as a work of art, to encounter and solve problems individual to the artist and to gain independence, to use a visual narrative content, must be 10+ hours of work. 4pts.
Mural Assignment: 5 pts. 3 hours Sat or Sun, Sept 24/5.
LRAP Celebration of the Arts 5:45pm DEC 7. You must attend and show one piece.
CLASS DATES:
1: 8/22 2: 8/24, 3:8/29, 4:8/31, 5: 9/7, 6: 9/12, 7:9/14, 8: 9/19, 9: 9/21, 10:9/26, 11:9/28, 12:10/3, 13:10/5, 14:10/12, 15: 10/14, 16:10/17, 17: 10/19, 18:10/24, 19: 10/26, 20:10/31, 21:11/2, 22:11/7, 23: 11/9, 24:11/14, 25:11/16, 26:11/28, 27: 11/30, 28: 12/5, 29:12/7 NO CLASS: 9/5 11/21-23.
Extra Credit: select LRAP Events, 3pts or one absence forgiven.
Many assignment handouts and instructions can be found online at: http://www.tyleralpern.com/handouts.html
Performance and Grading Policy: Your grade is based on effort, attitude and attendance, not ability. 2 points deducted for late work each period past due. Make-up classes or assignments (IF POSSIBLE) must be completed within 2 weeks and count up to 2/3's part credit.
COURSE TOTAL = 100 POINTS. Written Test 10pts, Sketchbook 10pts, Model Sessions 20pts, Course Work and Homework 60 pts. Grading scale: 99-90 = A, 89-80 = B, 79-70 = C, 69-60 = D, below 60 = F
Grading scale for art projects A full engagement in the process; use of the set parameters and suggestions B an interesting work that does not quite fulfill the requirements C adequate, reasonably competent; a mixture of strengths and weaknesses, partially fulfills assignment D poor in content, form, and mechanics, does not follow assignment F incoherent, disastrously flawed, or not turned in
Numeric grades: A = 90 - 100% points, B = 80 - 89%, C = 70 - 79%, D = 60 - 69%, F = 0 - 59%.
I want you to take risks and not worry about beauty, success, or artistic ability of finished work, grades are only based on fulfilling assignment instructions and requirements. Assignments must be completed and approved to get full credit. I expect you to call in advance of each absence. 303 545 6955. Religious holidays can be made up at full credit if procedure is followed - please let me know your plans for them in advance. Excused absences do not excuse responsibility for the work missed.
Three tardies, early departures, or excessive breaks equal one absence. Missing more than 15 minutes of a period also counts as a tardy. Your grade drops one level every 3 unexcused absences, or 1/3 of a level with each absence. A bad attitude on a day when we try something you do not like or not following assignment directions, or safe studio practices will count as an absence.
Libby Policy: You may be absent from one week of classes for personal or medical reasons during the semester without your grade being affected. If your class meets twice per week, this means you may miss 2 classes for personal or medical reasons; if your class meets 3 times per week, you may miss 3 classes for personal or medical reasons. Any more absences than this will affect your grade by one grade increment; for instance, an A- grade will automatically become a B+, a B grade will automatically become a B-, and so forth. In cases of hospitalization or a death in the family, contact your instructor immediately to discuss options.
Extra Credit: You can earn up to 3 points extra credit OR make up a missed class by attending an approved LRAP event. Details in schedule or TBA.
Miscellaneous: See Above
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LIBB 2500-750 Mural Design/Production
Schedule - Subject to Change:
Week 1: Introduction, Visual Dynamics and Define Design Thinking. Black square exercise. Purpose: Apply steps of Design Thinking and the Creative Process and explore Dynamics of Two Dimensional Space.
Class 1: Introduction. *Activities: Describe process, location, materials: look at murals for inspiration; discuss Design Thinking and brainstorming techniques. *Homework 1: Complete Black Square Exercise. 5pts *Homework 2: Collecting reproductions of inspiring murals. Find 15 by different artists that you really like and be prepared to explain what makes them special: design, content, style, location, palette, scale, orginality, etc. Then choose 3 and find other murals by that same artist. Present the all to the group in Class 3. 5 pts
Class 2: Elements of Design *Purpose: By understanding the Elements of Design, students will have the vocabulary to decode visual language and use it to analyze and critique works of art. *Activities: Students present and critique Black Square. Elements of Design introduced and used to discuss iconic works of art from several cultures. *Inclass Project: Brainstorm 20 designs for Mural 1 and develop 3 into strong compositions present for following week. Themes: Abstract and Transformation. Finish for Homework. 10pts *Begin planning Bold Visual Statement outside of class.
Week 2: Principles of Design For notes and details CLICK HERE *Purpose: By understanding the Principles of Design, students will have the vocabulary to decode visual language and use it to analyze and critique works of art. *Activities: Introduce Principles of Design and use them to discuss landmark works of art from several cultures. Students present and discuss murals they have found (Homework 2) *Mural 1: Choose location, review brainstormed ideas. Choose a few to develop further. Abstraction and Transformation are the departure points. *Homework 3, Develop final ideas for Mural 1 to present Week 3. 10pts. *Homework 4: Choose an elment or principal of design and find 5 or more different works of art by different artists who really emphasize use of it for their visual statement. Present your choices in week 4. 10pts *Homework 5: Choose and analyze a painting using the Principles of Design then using Design Thinking conceptualize various ways to restage it in order to give it new meaning. Choose and develop the best idea. Submit in writing your ideas and variations. Present in class your final choice in week 5. Examples: Last Supper Variations 10pts
FOR MORE INFO ON ELEMENTS & PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN CLICK HERE and HERE
Week 3: *Visual Language: Transformation, Juxtapostion, Substitution *Mural 1: present and finalize plans, begin executing. *Homework 6: Brainstorm 6 different compostions using duality. Present in week 6. 10 pts.
Week 4: *Color Theory, Paint Layering *Mural 1: Continue painting *Activities: Present Homework 4
Week 5: *Shading and Depth *Mural 1: Continue Painting *Activities: Present Homework 5 *Homework 7: Brainstorm minimum 20 ideas and prepare 3 ideas to present for following week. All ideas should have both a subject and some kind of unique graphic element such as contrast, change, dynamic perspective or unusual point of view. The will have a foreground, middle ground, background, have an abstract element and emphasize some principle or element of design. There should be some kind of content or meaning if even formal or metaphorical. Text is a possible consideration. It should have an overall inclusive interpretation. Due Week 6. 10pts.
Week 6: *Mural 1: Continue Painting *Mural 2: Present Homework 7 ideas to class, revise and improve them. If possible select one idea and runner up. Develop composition into a dynamic graphic statement. Choose dimensions and format. *Grandma’s Bottle Village & Goldsworthy. *Present Homework 6. Homework 8 Write a 2 page paper outlining ideas for the Bold Visual Statement which will dazzle the class in visual way not using tradtional art supplies. Develop and test your ideas using Design Thinking.
Week 7: *Mural 1: Finish Painting *Mural 2: finalize idea and develop it into a complex cartoon. Choose compositional elements and produce a complex detailed cartoon. Divide it into sections and transfer to canvas with grid and projector. Assign captains for each section. *Homework 8 Turn in Ideas for the Bold Visual Statement. 5pts.
Week 8: *Mural 2: Continue Transfer and Cartoon, add detail, begin painting. *Written Test: Class 16 10pts.
Weeks 10 -15: Mural 2: Create Mural. Possibly design and paint outdoor box. Class 25 Present Bold Visual Statement 10 pts. Homework (TBA: Finish Murals) 20 pts.
Class Dates: 1: 1/12, 2: 1/14, 3: 1/21, 4: 1/26, 5: 1/28, 6: 2/2, 7: 2/4, 8: 2/9, 9: 2/11, 10: 2/16, 11: 2/18, 12: 2/23, 13: 2/25, 14: 3/2, 15: 3/4, 16: 3/9, 17: 3/11, 18: 3/16, 19: 3/18, 20: 3/30, 21: 4/1, 22: 4/6, 23: 4/8, 24: 4/13, 25: 4/15, 26: 4/20, 27: 4/22, 28: 4/27, 29: 4/29. BREAKS: 1/19, 3/23 & 25
Final Exam Period: None scheduled.
Performance and Grading Policy: Your grade is based on effort, attitude and attendance, not ability. A bad attitude on a day when we try something you do not like or not working while in class or not following assignment directions, not using safe studio practices or not respecting common artmaterials will count as an absence.
I expect you to call in advance of each absence. 303 545 6955. Make-up classes or assignments must be completed within one week and count 2/3 credit. Religious holidays can be made up at full credit - please let me know your plans for them in advance.
Three tardies, early departures, or excessive breaks equal one absence. Missing more than 15 minutes of a period also counts as a tardy. Your grade drops one letter every 3 unexcused absences, or 1/3 of a level with each absence.
Explanations are given at the start of each class so please BE ON TIME - even one minute late may be considered tardy.
Libby Policy: You may be absent from one week of classes for personal or medical reasons during the semester without your grade being affected. If your class meets twice per week, this means you may miss 2 classes for personal or medical reasons; if your class meets 3 times per week, you may miss 3 classes for personal or medical reasons. Any more absences than this will affect your grade by one grade increment; for instance, an A- grade will automatically become a B+, a B grade will automatically become a B-, and so forth. In cases of hospitalization or a death in the family, contact your instructor immediately to discuss options.
Excused absences do not excuse responsibility for the work missed.
Extra Credit: You can earn up to 4 points extra credit OR make up a missed class by attending an instructor approved LRAP sponsored art event. Details TBA.
COURSE TOTAL = 100 POINTS. 99-90 = A, 89-80 = B, 79-70 = C, 69-60 = D, below 60 = F
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