Tyler Alpern, Art Instructor | ||
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Drawing & Painting at FRONT RANGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE | ||
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Spring IMPORTANT DATES FOR 15-WEEK CLASSES (1/22/08 – 5/12/08) Jan. 15: Tuition payment deadline.. If payment is not received by this date, you may be dropped from your classes, and you may have to re-enroll. If you are not planning to attend FRCC, it is your responsibility to ensure your classes are dropped by the drop deadlines specified below. January 23 - 5PM: last day to register WITHOUT instructor permission (Only if there are openings and the student meets the requirements for the class.) For 15-week courses, January 24 - February 6, the instructor's permission shown by signature on an add/drop form is required. The signed add/drop form must be submitted to Admissions and Records within one business day of getting the instructor's signature. Jan. 24: must have instructor approval in order to register. Feb 6: last day to add or drop with refund, last day to use financial aid in bookstore, last day to change Audit to Credit or Credit to Audit March 24-30: Spring Break. No classes April 21: last day to withdraw “W Recorded” (no refund) May 12: Last day of classes
OPEN STUDIO Hours The art studios will be open for enrolled art students this Spring are Tuesday 11 - 9, Thur 11 - 6, Sat 12 - 6. Students must sign in and out with the monitor and follow all studio policies and procedures, especially those involving clean up. On Saturdays students must enter the building by Door 4.
Figure Drawing Groups: Diary Center Group has moved, now at Josh Fallik's Studio in Broadway North, Boulder. Address: 4949 N Broadway #132. Studio 132 in the LAST commercial building on the left on N Broadway and #132 is facing NORTH about midway along. This area is where 28th/36 meets N Broadway. FPG is where you can do your own thing and nobody minds! Beyourself, draw or paint or both. PS: Easels available & plenty of parking space. W 6:30 - 9:30, Th 9 - Noon, Sat 1-4, $9. The Figure Painting Group is changing the Thursday morning long pose to Saturday morning 9am to 12 noon beginning in Jan. We have 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. Note: Sat morning long pose effective Jan 2007. questions call Ted at 303 258-7273, or Roger at 303 449-0673.
Denver: Core Gallery Wed 7:30 - 9:30, UCD Sat 10 - 1, Temple Events Ct Mondays 7pm. 0001Xsxsxs1
FRCC Figure Drawing Policy: The policy on the nude model is that it is a part of the community college system curriculum - and has been agreed upon by Department Heads, and Chairs - and supported by the Dean of Instruction, and an attorney for the college. The policy is that this is part of the curriculum, and can not be waived by substituting other assignments for it. Students have the option of missing class that day as one of their allowed absences. Each instructor has a different policy on how absences will affect their grade.
DRAWING
Drawing 2, 3, 4 General Syllabus Highlights Front Range Community College For complete syllabi click here.
Place and Time: Drawing Studio: 1002 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11am -1:40pm.
Office Hours: by E-mail - received by Tuesday will be responded to by the following Tuesday or by appointment.
Tyler Alpern Contacts: Email: Tyler.alpern@Frontrange.edu www.tyleralpern.com/frcc.html FRCC ART DEPT Phone 3/678 3907 *4002.
Art & Humanities Department Chair: Michelle Auerbach 303.678.3881, michelle.auerbach@frontrange.edu Art Department Lead: Camille Rendal 303.678.3821, camille.rendal@frontrange.edu
Important Dates: DO NOT MISS THE FOLLOWING DATES! THEY CANNOT BE MADE UP: Bold Visual Statement, 3 Model Sessions, Final Critique (see class plan).
Performance and Grading Policy: You already are an A level student. I ask you to challenge yourself and try your best in class, if you do then you will a better drawer at the end of the semester than you were at the beginning, and you will have a lovely grade that reflects your effort and improvement. Your grade is based on effort, attitude and attendance, not ability. You must complete 81 hours of supervised drawing to keep your A. Three tardies equal one absence and a bad attitude on a day when we try something you do not like or not following assignment directions will count as an absence. For example: 10 hour final project that was given 3 hours of work or or a flat drawing when depth was assigned will adversely affect your grade as no credit will be given for the class or classes those drawings were produced in.
Grading scale: 30 class periods, 3 pts each = 90 points, Sketchbook and Homework = 2 points (volume, copies); Oral Report = 4 points (sources, length, content, presentation); Bold Visual Statement - 3 points (dazzling, visual, no art materials) COURSE TOTAL = 100 POINTS 100-90 = A, 89-80 = B, 79-70 =C, 69-60 = D, below 60 = F Those who are tardy will not receive fruit cup. I expect you to call in advance of each absence. 303 545 6955. There will be a written final, it must be completed with at least a 90%. Missed classes and inadequate work or exams must be made up before the final class and within one month of missed class. Students are responsible for arranging any possible make up with Tyler. Make-ups count 2/3 credit or equal a tardy.
Miscellaneous: You must wash and clean your working area after each class as others use the room. Follow all posted studio procedures.
To avoid ingesting hazardous materials, eating and drinking in the studio is not allowed.
FRCC art materials and supplies are for demo purposes only, not for regular student use.
No toxic chemicals or paints shall be disposed of in the sink. Fixative must be used outside, chemicals properly stored.
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.
Students with disabilities, language conflicts or encountering 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. Communication is the key to success in this class. If there is anything of concern, see me, call or e-mail
Use of headphones allowed only if completely inaudible to others. Use cell phones outside of classrooms.
Office Hours: by E-mail - received by Tuesday will be responded to by the following Tuesday and by appointment.
Bold Visual Statement: this is an opportunity for you to dazzle the class in some visual way, but you can not use traditional art making materials. This is an exercise in creativity. . The instructor reserves right to modify syllabus and calendar for the class.
LEVEL 2: NOTE CHANGES Schedule: Class 1 Intro & Elements of Design (B, C, D) Class 2 Measuring Review Class 3 Measuring Review - Graphite (A, E) Class 4 - 6 Perspective Review, Multiple Point (B, E, H) Class 7 - 8 Perspective Project - Must be finished work. Class 9 -11 (A-H) Line Quality and Cross Contour - Ink (A, D, E, F) Class 12 - 13 Formula Shading, Atmospheric Perspective (A, B, D-F) Class 14 -15 Color with Formula Shading, Atmo P. (A, C, H, F) Class 16 - 17 Cubist Shading {Duality}(A, C, D, F) Class 18 - 20 Figurative Work or Realism (A, B, C, E) Class 21 Non-Arts BVS - Line (D, F, G) Class 22 - 24 Own Project - COLOR (A, B, C, D, F) Classes 25 -29 Photo - COLOR, Distortion, or Pointillism. Must Finish. Class 30 Final Critique Photo & Final (A-G)
LEVEL 3: Schedule: Class 1 Intro, Placement Exam Class 2 Measuring Review Class 3 – 6 Ink - Positive/negative shape - Tessellation (A - F) Class 7 - 10 Perspective as Subject (A - F) Circles in Perspective (B) Class 10 -13 Large Scale, Non Representational, Surface & Mark {Off balance or sense of movement} (A - F) Class 12 –14 Projected Collage, Active Markmaking/Rhythmic (A - F) Class 15 –17 Own Project – COLOR & Large Format (A - F) Class 18 - 20 Figurative (B) Class 21 Non-Arts BVS – Ephemeral (D, G) Class 22 – 25 Abstraction Developed from Life or Content w/Text or Collaged Surface (A - F) Classes 26 - 29 Advanced Realism Challenge in COLOR {Self or still life} or New Technique {Emphasis or narrative} (A - G) Class 30 Final Critique (G)
LEVEL 4: Class 1 Intro, Placement Exam Classes 2 – 29 2 Distinct Series (A, B, C, D, F) Classes 18 - 20 Figurative or advanced realism (A, B, C, E) Class 21 Non-Arts BVS – Large Scale (D, F ,G) Classe 25 Final Artist Statement due (G, H) Class 30 Final Critique and Presentation (G, H)
Class Dates: 1: 1/22, 2: 1/24 3: 1/29, 4: 1/31, 5: 2/5, 6: 2/7, 7: 2/12, 8: 2/14, 9: 2/19, 10: 2/21, 11: 2/26, 12: 2/28, 13: 3/4, 14: 3/6, 15: 3/11, 16: 3/13, 17: 3/18, 18: 3/20, 19: 4/1, 20: 4/3, 21: 4/8, 22: 4/10, 23: 4/15, 24: 4/17, 25: 4/22, 26: 4/24, 27: 4/29, 28: 5/1, 29: 5/6, 30: 5/8 BREAK: 3/24 - 3/30.
For complete syllabi click here.
PAINTING
UPDATES:
OPEN STUDIO Hours The art studios will be open for enrolled art students this fall are not yet determined. Students must sign in and out with the monitor and follow all studio policies and procedures, especially those involving clean up. On Saturdays students must enter the building by Door 4.
Figure Drawing Groups: Diary Center Group has moved, now at Josh Fallik's Studio in Broadway North, Boulder. Address: Studio 132 in the LAST commercial building on the left on N Broadway and #132 is facing NORTH about midway along. This area is where 28th/36 meets N Broadway. FPG is where you can do your own thing and nobody minds! Beyourself, draw or paint or both. PS: Easels available & plenty of parking space. W 6:30 - 9:30, Th 9 - Noon, Sat 1-4, $9.
Denver: Core Gallery Wed 7:30 - 9:30, UCD Sat 10 - 1, Temple Events Ct Mondays 7pm.
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Painting 1, 2, 3, 4 General Syllabus Highlights: For complete syllabi click here.
Place and Time: Artroom: 1008 - Painting Studio on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8am -10:40am.
Office Hours: by E-mail - received by Tuesday will be responded to by the following Tuesday and by appointment.
Tyler Alpern Contacts: Email: Tyler.alpern@Frontrange.edu www.tyleralpern.com/frcc.html FRCC ART DEPT Phone 3/678 3907 *4002.
Art & Humanities Department Chair: Michelle Auerbach 303.678.3881, michelle.auerbach@frontrange.edu Art Department Lead: Camille Rendal 303.678.3821, camille.rendal@frontrange.edu
Performance and Grading Policy:
You already have an A. Your grade is based on effort, attitude and attendance, not ability. You must complete 81 hours of supervised painting to keep your A.
Grading scale: 30 class periods, 3.3 pts each = 99 points. COURSE TOTAL = 99 POINTS. 99-90 = A, 89-80 = B, 79-70 = C, 69-60 = D, below 60 = F
Three tardies, early departures, or excessive breaks equal one absence. Missing more than 15 minutes of a period also counts as a tardy. A bad attitude on a day when we try something you do not like, not following assignment directions, or not following studio polices will count as an absence. For example: 10 hour final project that was given 3 hours of work or a flat painting when depth was assigned will adversely affect your grade as no credit will be given for the class or classes in which those paintings were produced. I want you to take risks and not worry about beauty of finished work so individual work is not graded. Assignments must be completed to get attendance credit. Those who are tardy will not receive fruit cup. I expect you to call in advance of each absence. Make-ups count up to 2/3s credit. Students must complete 2/3 of course to request incomplete.
Miscellaneous:
You must wash and clean your working area after each class as others use the room. Follow all posted studio procedures. To avoid ingesting hazardous materials, eating and drinking in the studio is not allowed. No toxic chemicals or paints shall be disposed of in the sink. Fixative must be used outside, chemicals properly stored. 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.
Students with disabilities, language conflicts or encountering 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. Communication is the key to success in this class. If there is anything of concern, see me, call or e-mail
Use of headphones allowed only if completely inaudible to others. Use cell phones outside of classrooms.
Office Hours: by E-mail - received by Tuesday will be responded to by the following Tuesday and by appointment.
Bold Visual Statement: this is an opportunity for you to dazzle the class in some visual way, but you can not use traditional art making materials. This is an exercise in creativity.
The instructor reserves right to modify syllabus and calendar for the class.
Reccomended Text: For Level One:
Ann Kingslan’s Guide to Mixing and Using Colour. Kingslan Publications (no ISBN#). Assigned reading listed on class schedule. Read every section before beginning each project.
Required Materials:
Sturdy paper and support for first paintings at least 18" x 12", qt. gesso, soft vine charcoal, large homemade palette 15"x15" (find a piece of glass, tape the edges and tape paper on bottom), single edge razor blades to clean glass, minimum of five brushes that are not too soft (#1, #4 or #6 round and flat, #12 flat) - the more the better, tape. Supports such as heavy paper, canvas and stretcher bars will need to be bought as needed. Avoid canvas board.
PAINT: large tube of white (zinc or titanium), thalo (phthalocyanine) blue, ultramarine blue, thalo red rose (or another rose or magenta - not too pink or purple - acra, quinarcidone in acrylic), cadmium red (that looks red not orange), burnt umber, cadmium yellow medium, zinc or lemon yellow. Optional colors: alizarin crimson, thalo green, yellow ochre, orange, purple, burnt sienna, anything you like. Avoid colors described as light, as you can create light colors yourself by diluting dark colors yourself. Buy primarily saturated, deep, dark colors. Acrylic painters should open paint and judge color quality by the paint not the label. A bright orange described as red will only frustrate you when red is what you need. DO NOT BUY BLACK. Do have at least one cool and warm red and blue. Check Prices - DO NOT SPEND TOO MUCH- look for cheap brands.
OIL PAINTERS: qt. odorless turpentine substitute such as Turpenoid or Permtine (do not bring "odorless’ mineral spirits or "natural" turpeniod), at least 2 jars with lids and eyedropper but preferably 1 plastic squeeze bottle and 1 jar, stand oil, acrylic medium for collage (optional).
ACRYLIC PAINTERS: Gel Medium, texture medium (optional), water containers, spray bottle or palette with covers, retarder (optional).
Summer 2007 SEE GREEN TEXT BELOW
Fall 2007 Level One: Schedule - Subject to Change: Every assigned painting must have at least 10 compositional sketches completed before image is put on canvas (C).
Class 1: Intro Read: 6 - 8, 11 - 13, 16 - 17.
Class 2 - 3: Color Mixing - Value Charts (B) Read: 55 - 56, 26. 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.
Class 4: Simultaneous Contrast (B) Read: 52. Purpose: To learn how to change a color’s value and intensity with different surroundings.
Class 4 - 6: Value Matching / Complement Mixing (B) Read: 14-15, 20. To fully understand complementary colors and seeing value. To develop brush technique.
Class 7 - 8: Palettes / Optical Mixing (A -D ) Read: 57 - 63, 72 - 76. To test knowledge of color theory, develop color choices, understand optical mixing, gain confidence with the brush and finding imagery.
Class 9 -10: Layering and Transparency (A -F ) Read: 83. To learn how to craft a painting using an under painting, to begin to find an artistic voice.
Class 11-14: Beyond Local Color (A - E) Read: 54. To learn how value is more important than hue in crafting an image. To find expressive, personal color.
Class 15 - 21: Depth/ Atmospheric Perspective Read: 68 - 71. (A -F ) To learn how to craft a deep three dimensional sense of space on a flat surface.
Class 18 - 20: Figurative Study (A,D) To learn to paint quickly, to begin to address the challenges of painting people. Make ups.
Class 22 - 24: Working from selected artist’s techniques. 80 - 82. (A, B, C, D, F) To learn from other artists who create work the student admires. To find artwork as a source of inspiration and technical advice
Class 25 - 29: Final Project (A - D) Purpose: To build a canvas and use what you have learned to craft an image of your own design and style with instructor’s help. Final Exam in class 25.
Class 30: Final Critique (F, G)
Level Two: Schedule - Subject to Change:
Every assigned painting must have at least 10 compositional sketches completed before image is put on canvas (C). Option 1: See level one above. Option 2 - Must build a canvas during term!
Class 1: Intro, Placement Exam Class 2 - 5: Still life, Local Color / Value Seeing (A-D) Class 6 - 8: Surface & Mark: Subtractive (focal point - placement and movement) (A-F) Class 9: Brush Stroke/Cross Contour (A) Class 10 - 13: Surface & Mark: Additive (emphasis thru contrast) & Shadow as design element (A-F) Class 14 - 16: Flat Color & Text (A-F) Class 17 - 21: Non -Traditional Support (A-F) Class 18 - 20: Figurative (A-D) Class 22 - 24: Modern Master Copy (A-F) Class 25 - 29: Final Project (A-F) Class 30: Final Critique (G)
Level Three: Schedule - Subject to Change:
Every assigned painting must have at least 10 compositional sketches completed before image is put on canvas (C). Class 1: Intro, Placement Exam Class 2 - 5: Still life, Local Color /Value-expressive interpretation, Light temp. (A,D,F) Class 6 - 9: Surface: Collage & Multimedia. Rythmic composition. (A - G) Class 10 - 13: Surface: Projected Collage & Painterly Rendering. Shadow/Light tempertures reverse of Still Life Project. (A, C-G) Class 14 - 17: Cubist Space- Multiple views, passage of time or movement (A, C-G) Class 18 - 20: Figurative - Traditonal Approach/study (A, C-G) Class 21 - 24: Measured Self Portrait or Metaphor (A, C-G) Class 25 - 29: Final Project, with Artist’s Statement (A, C-H) Class 30: Final Critique (H)
Level Four: Schedule - Subject to Change:
Every assigned painting must have at least 10 compositional sketches completed before image is put on canvas (A-G). Class 1: Intro, Placement Exam Class 2 - 5: Still life, Local Color / Value - Content, Humor, Impossible (A, C-F) Class 6 - 29: 2 Distinct Series (A - I) Class 18 - 20: Figurative Study (A) Class 29: Final Artist’s Statement (A -I) Class 30: Final Critique and Presentation (H, I)
Class Dates: 1: 1/22, 2: 1/24 3: 1/29, 4: 1/31, 5: 2/5, 6: 2/7, 7: 2/12, 8: 2/14, 9: 2/19, 10: 2/21, 11: 2/26, 12: 2/28, 13: 3/4, 14: 3/6, 15: 3/11, 16: 3/13, 17: 3/18, 18: 3/20, 19: 4/1, 20: 4/3, 21: 4/8, 22: 4/10, 23: 4/15, 24: 4/17, 25: 4/22, 26: 4/24, 27: 4/29, 28: 5/1, 29: 5/6, 30: 5/8 BREAK: 3/24 - 3/30.
For complete syllabi click here.
Summer 2007 Schedule - Subject to Change:
Level 1 Starting Class 6 ALL LEVELS: in addition to the projects listed below, students will produce a separate small 15 minute painting each class period. Every assigned painting must have at least 10 compositional sketches completed before image is put on canvas.
Class 1: Intro, Art Store Read: 6 - 8, 11 - 13, 16 - 17.
Class 2 - 3: Color Mixing, Value Charts & Simultaneous Contrast (B) 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. To learn how to change a color’s value and intensity with different surroundings. Read: 52, 55 - 56, 26.
Class 4: Value Matching / Complement Mixing (B) Purpose: To fully understand complementary colors and seeing value. To develop technique with brush. Read: 14 - 15, 20, 21- 25.
Class 5: Palettes / Optical Mixing (A -D) Purpose: To test knowledge of color theory, develop color choices, understand optical mixing, gain confidence with the brush and finding imagery. Read: 57 - 63, 72 - 76.
Class 6 - 8: Layering and Transparency (A -F ) Purpose: To learn how to craft a painting using an underpainting, to begin to find an artistic voice. Read: 83.
Class 9 - 12: Beyond Local Color (A - E) Purpose: To learn how value is more important than hue in crafting an image. To find expressive, personal color. Read: 54.
Class 13 - 16: Depth/ Atmospheric Perspective - Build canvas (A -F ) Purpose: To learn how to craft a deep three dimensional sense of space on a flat surface. Read: 68 - 71.
Class 17 - 20: Final Project (A-D), Final Exam (#18), Final Critique (#20) (F, G) Purpose: To build a canvas and use what you have learned to craft an image of your own design and style with instructor’s help.
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Level 2 Class 1: Intro, Placement Exam Class 2 - 4: Color exercizes or Still life, Local Color / Value Seeing (A-D) Class 5 - 7: Surface & Mark: Subtractive (focal point) (A-F) Class 8 -10: Surface & Mark: Additive (emphasis) (A-F) Class 11 - 13: Flat Color & Text (A-F) Class 14 - 16: Non Traditional Support (A-F) Class 17 - 20: Final Project, Final Critique (#20) (G)
***** Level 3 Class 1: Intro, Placement Exam Class 2 - 4: Still life, Beyond Local Color / Value Seeing or Master Portrait (A, D, F) Class 5 - 7: Surface: Collage & Multimedia (A - G) Class 8 -10: Surface: Projected Collage & Painterly Rendering (A, C-G) Class 11 - 13: Own Project (A, C-G) Class 14 - 15: Measured Self Portrait or Figure work (A, C-G) Class 16 - 20: Final Project w/ Statement, Final Critique (#20) (A, C-H)
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Level 4 Class 1: Intro, Placement Exam Class 2 - 4: Still life illusion/ Value Seeing Content, Humor, Impossible (A, C-F) Class 5 -20: 2 Distinct Series, Artist’s Statement/web due: Class 18 Final Critique Class 20. (A -I)
For complete syllabi click here.
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