Drawing I

This course is designed to empower students to draw in a new way that offers them both technical and perceptual skills and encourages them to develop confidence in themselves through their art.  Students will gain an understanding of edges, lights and shadows, spaces, relationships, color and the whole, or gestalt.  They will be introduced to a variety of drawing materials that will allow them to experience the process of search and investigation that leads to the development of unique and personal ideas.  Both cultural and historical significance in the arts will be discussed and experienced through museum and local artist studio visits. 

Each student will gain the ability to critique his or her art and other works of art with an emphasis on strengthening a personal direction and gaining insight into artistic goals.  Students will gain an understanding of the importance to presentation by exhibiting their art on campus and in the local museum.  The year will be completed with a solid portfolio that will allow them to pursue and develop more advanced interests in the arts.

Prerequisites: None

Instructor: Lauren Smith