ART 110

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Painting for Non-Majors

Art College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

Paint media such as watercolor and acrylic will be presented; primary focus will be on oils. Course will explore both traditional and current modes of painting. Emphasis will be placed on developing a strong work ethic, development of a personal vocabulary in paint, and the exploration of a variety of painting processes.

When Taught

Fall; Winter.

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3

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3

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2

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4

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Painting Production

Learning Outcome

Students will increase their confidence as painters through the production of a significant body of paintings.

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History & Context

Learning Outcome

  Students will gain a basic understanding of the history of painting and trends in contemporary painting.

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Painting Materials

Learning Outcome

  Students will gain a basic understanding of the materials, techniques and terminology of oil painting.

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Color

Learning Outcome

  Students will gain an understanding of color theory and color mixing as they related to painting.