ART 110
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 and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Painting Production
Learning Outcome
Students will increase their confidence as painters through the production of a significant body of paintings.
Title
History & Context
Learning Outcome
Students will gain a basic understanding of the history of painting and trends in contemporary painting.
Title
Painting Materials
Learning Outcome
Students will gain a basic understanding of the materials, techniques and terminology of oil painting.
Title
Color
Learning Outcome
Students will gain an understanding of color theory and color mixing as they related to painting.
