I. Instructor: Linda Whitney
    e-mail:  linda_whitney@mail.vcsu.nodak.edu 
    Office:  MCCAR  355   845-7598   3-7598
    Hours:  MWF 8:00 - 9:00 AM, MW 1:00 - 2:00, and TR 2:00 - 3:00 PM 

  PAINTING is the act of manipulating paint upon a surface.  In Painting 241 we will explore the inherent traits of various paint mediums, the 
  preparation of the painting surface, and color theory as it applies to paint.  The main course objective is a broad over all experience with the 
  painting medium.  The course will include: use of paper as a surface, building a stretcher, sizing the canvas, use of image, mixing the paint 
  (pigment), color theory, application of the paint, presentation of the painting, and the critique.  Contemporary and historical references will be 
  explored through readings, research, and presentations.

II. COURSE DESCRIPTION: An exploration in painting techniques.  Emphasis is on understanding the personalities and parameters of each 
     painting and tool. 

III.  OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE:
  A.  to gain understanding of the basics of watercolor, acrylic, oil paint, and egg tempera;
  B.  to gain knowledge of a variety of techniques for applying paint (stain, glaze, impasto, etc.);
  C.  to gain knowledge of the proper techniques for preparing the paint surface (stretching water color paper, preparing paper and masonite, 
        building a stretcher, stretching and priming canvas); 
  D.  to have self-assessment tools in operation;
  E.  to gain understanding of the proper operation of the painting lab;
  F.  to develop an understanding of the process by which ideas are translated into visual language;
  G.  to practice the process of analyzing, discussing, and critiquing their own work and the work of other student painters; 
  H.  to be exposed to the historical and contemporary development of painting; and 
  I.  to develop proper painting presentation techniques. 
 

IV. COURSE PHILOSOPHY AND POLICIES:
  A.  ATTENDANCE:  Studio art classes are considered lab classes.  Attendance is expected.  Any absence disrupts the flow of the learning 
        process.

  B.  WORK OUTSIDE OF CLASS:  You should expect to spend four to six hours per week outside of class time working on drawing projects. 

  C.  FINAL PAINTING PROJECTS:  There will be deadlines for each class project and assignment.  Those deadlines will occur approximately
       every two weeks.

   D.  ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:  The Academic Integrity Policy of the Art Department is stated in the Student Handbook .  It is expected that all 
       students in the Art Department will concur with this policy.  Any student who violates this policy in ART 342 will be faced with sanction 1. 

V. LEARNING ACTIVITIES: 
  A. PAINTING PORTFOLIO 
     *Demonstrates the understanding of each painting process. 
     *Demonstrates the understanding the tools and materials of each painting process.
     *Demonstrates the understanding of the aesthetics of painting. 
     *Demonstrates the knowledge of appropriate presentation of work. 

  B. TECHNOLOGY - To select and apply technology appropriately 
       Level Two: 
            *Understands applications, workings, and capabilities of available technologies to accomplish specific tasks. 
            *Understand the requirements of the task. 

  C. PAINTING PROJECTS:
     Watercolor - 5 techniques
     Acrylic - 4 techniques
     Oil - 2 techniques or oil pastels
     Egg tempera
     Encaustic

  D. SKETCHBOOK:  You will be expected to keep a sketchbook / painting journal. This painting journal will include a documentation of time 
       spent working in class and outside of class.  It will also include assigned reading responses. READINGS:  Each week the class will discuss 
       a reading concerning a painting technique, exhibition, event, or artist.  The readings will be provided by class participants.

  E.  JOURNAL AND READINGS:  You will begin a semester long research project the first week of class by seeking out artists you think have
       influenced you and/or your artmaking.  You will present their findings to the class for discussion.  The intention of the project is broaden your
       knowledge of other artists while develop an understanding of your own artmaking.  Show us pictures and bring us books, magazines and/or web
       pages. 

  F. FINAL RESEARCH PROJECT:  Each painter will choose a pigment system (acrylic, pastel, oil pastel, oil, watercolor) and do an in-depth 
       techniques research project.

      Painting I students will explore and discuss a number of possible techniques within a chosen painting media. 

     Painting I Final Project: Discussing Various Techniques
     Final Project Objectives:
     * Demonstrates a logical approach to the chosen media
     * Discusses appropriate knowledge
     * Demonstrates good studio etiquette 
     * Presents the end results 
     * Documents the project

   VISUAL COMMUNICATION  -  Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively through elements of design.  (Level Three)
     * Chooses visual information
     * Interprets visual information
     * Illustrates visual information 

VI. EVALUATION: 
  A.  Your final evaluation (grade) will be determined on the following criteria: 
        1. Your grasp of the objectives as they are presented in each project. 
        2. Growth in your sensitivity to various media used in class. 
        3. The sensitivity with which you combine that understanding with your learned abilities. 
        4. Your approach to this class (which includes attendance). 
        5. Self-assessment. 

        Final projects  50%  (300 points)
        Class participation 25%  (150 points)
        Sketchbooks / Journals 25% (150 points)
        (Self-assessment will be considered in all areas.) 

     SELF-ASSESSMENT:  As artists we are our own best (and sometimes worst) critics.  As student artists we need to develop our 
     self-assessment skills in tandem with our creative skills.  Self-assessment will be used to develop the image of the “self”, critical thought, art 
     language, and verbal and written skills.

ART DEPARTMENT GRADE CRITERIA

  B. CRITIQUES:  The critique will be used not only as an avenue for constructive criticism by both the artist and the group but also as a forum 
       for problem solving, exploration, expansion of ideas, and the development of art language and critical theory.  The final critique will be held 
       on Thursday, May 15, 2003 at 10:00 AM. .

V.  SUPPLY LIST: 
     Winsor Newton - Cotman water colors / 12 tube set 
     Stretcher boards
     Viva paper towels
     Brushes
     Rags
     Sketchbook
     Pigments of choice
     Three ring binder
     Masonite