ART 116 01 Painting
Professor David Zeggert
LOCATION:
Old Science Building 205
607
768 3868 call until 9pm
Monday
and Wednesday 12:30-3:20 pm, Old Science Building 205
Office
hours will be posted on my office door, Old Science 106B
Course description:
This
course is designed to investigate painting as an expressive medium rooted in
both traditional and contemporary views of fine art painting. It also serves to expand student’s knowledge
regarding the role of fine art painting within today’s art world. The emphasis is on the tradition of
observational painting (painting from life) achieved through regular painting
assignments, text and critiques. Personal approaches to specific problems are
encouraged and explored through classroom projects. Areas of study include
still life, figure and portrait.
Learning Outcomes:
Investigate
paint through the investigation of a subject.
Apply
the nature of painting to the creation of individual artwork. Use the creative
process to explore ideas and the development of an idea.
Implement
the principles of visual representation
(Composition,
drawing, value contrast, value transitions, tone, and color use)
Utilize
the elements and principles of design.
(line,
shape, value, texture, color / light, text, balance, unity, rhythm, repetition,
variation, pattern).
Mix
colors and tones that reflect the understanding of the following color
theories: monochromatic, primary, secondary, complimentary and temperature.
Explore
compositional problems (appropriately compose a picture so that it advances the
idea of the painting).
Implement
various painting techniques, including various methodologies of paint
application, and color usages.
Recognize
notable contemporary and historical artists that work with the medium paint.
Be
introduced to various professions relating to painting.
Apply
knowledge acquired in relation to painting to other art forms.
Course Objectives:
To
learn through exploration, application, analysis of text/online sources and
application of the concepts presented. Learning
to see, visualize and create with tools/skills acquired in class. In short, hone your skills and become a better
painter.
Assignments
could include reading text, discussion and a critique. We will use a creative process to solve each
assignment.
Most
classes will be divided into several parts; studio-time, assignments and
critique. Painting and creating will be at the core of the class. With a strong emphasis on mastering the tools
of the trade (listed on the supply list).
Introduce
and/or refine rendering skills, understanding and stating value, shape, form,
achieving this through the use of paint and painting devices.
I
expect you to venture from your safe zone, both in ideas and technique. We will critique in class and revisions will
be part of the process.
When you have completed the course you
will:
Understand
Painting as a medium that communicates, and can be expressive, have completed a
strong drawing and paint foundation, explored various approaches, be familiar
with past and present artists/painters/drawers, become a member of a very
prestigious painting and drawing tree.
Expectations:
You
are expected to positively participate
in the class, improve your skill level,
and apply yourself. You are expected to be creative thinkers, problem solvers and resourceful.
Grading:
The
bulk of your grade will be based on the major assignments (see projects). I
expect improvement this semester, no matter what your skill level is at the
beginning of the course. You will be evaluated on your skill, attitude and
effort as well. The process is as valuable as the idea and technique. Your
growth as an artist can be measured very broadly. I will be available for
continuous advice, either by email phone or office hours. Call no later than 9
pm. Email and office hours are preferred.
If
you need to discuss your grade, see me during office hours or send me an email.
I will not use classroom time to discuss your grade.
Evaluation of Paintings:
The
areas outlined above represent broad areas of evaluation.
Instructor
will convey specific criteria for individual projects and exercises when
appropriate.
Your
paintings must show evidence of GROWTH, including an understanding of the–
Elements
of Art and Principles of Design (line, shape, value, texture, color/light,
text, form, balance, unity, rhythm, repetition, variation, pattern)
Principles
of Visual Representation: (establishing form, depth, composition, drawing,
value contrast, value transitions, textural variation, tone, and color harmony)
Basic
Color Theory and Facility of Paint Mixing:
(color theory model will vary according to individual painting exercise)
Method
of Paint Application: (i.e., type of brushstroke used)
In
addition, credit will be given towards evidence of growth from one project to
the next
Classroom grade:
The
classroom grade equals four categories based on expectations. The categories
are 25 points each. It will be factored with your project grades at the midterm
and/or the end of the semester. You will complete four or five projects so this
grade does carry weight, (i.e., if your facilities are not as developed as
others the classroom grade may help boost your overall grade).
Midterm:
If needed, we
will review your progress, areas to improve and attendance.
Projects:
Each
assignment will have different expectations and aspects to it. Some assignments
will be written; some will be articulated, requiring you to take notes, some
will have conceptual demands. Others might have skill demands and others may
have a deadline demand. You’ll be graded on the aspects of each assignment as
it applies, similar to the point system mentioned above. The project grade and
classroom grades will equally
factor
in to make up your final grade.
Lateness:
This
is critical, simply put, if you miss a deadline, you could lose 50 points off
the final grade. Defined, the project needs to be complete at the start of the
class the day it’s due, no exceptions, unless noted.
Attendance:
I
will give you two unexcused absences. The third miss is an automatic failure.
The attendance policy is a no tolerance policy. Chronic lateness may add up to
an unexcused absence.
If
you have perfect attendance you will be curved up to the next letter grade.
If
you miss a class it becomes your responsibility to get the information from
that class. I suggest you make arrangements with another student. I’m not going
to use class time to bring you up to date.
If
life interrupts your school schedule, let me know and we can make arrangements.
You must complete all assignments to pass this course. Don’t abuse this
privilege. We will go over absences at the mid-term meeting but,
YOU
ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR KEEPING TRACK OF the classes you missed.
Remember
not to make appointments during class time.
You
are expected to remain in the classroom for the entire class period, unless
other instruction is given, leaving early is considered being absent.
Studio Rules / Cleaning Brushes and Oil
Paint:
Students
must clean their work areas before leaving the studio. That includes putting away easels, palettes,
and other equipment.
Students
should clean the mixing areas of their palettes and tables at the end of a
class or work session.
Brush Cleaning and Care:
Wash
your brushes thoroughly with soap and water at the end of each session. However, prior to washing your brushes with
soap and water, remove all excess oil paint from the bristles with paper towels
or a rag. When you proceed to actually
clean your bristle brushes with the soap and water there should be very little
oil paint remaining in the bristles.
Make
sure that you have cleaned your brushes in the mineral oil before you give them
a final wash at the sinks.
Repeat with mineral oil.
Paint Clothes:
Protective
clothing may be worn to avoid getting paint on your good clothes or designate
paint clothes.
Place
oil saturated rags and paper towels in the firebox, next to the sink.
Cleaning
tip: use toothpaste to help remove paint from clothing
DO
NOT TOUCH THE STILL LIFE SET UPS!
No
work or personal property may be left behind after the term is over with the
expectation that it will be stored or kept by the department. We do not have
the room
Online component: Links of interest
This
is required. Students are required to
e-mail me at:
Zeggertdp@sunybroome.edu
By sending me your email address, if needed, it allows me to develop an email
group of the class members to be used for updates and/or inform of a class
cancellation.
Email should include biographical
information.
Listed
below are several sites of interest, during the semester, I’ll email you more
links relative to what we are studying at the time.
Students
will be required to visit the following web sites below.
http://www.gamblincolors.com/
http://www.gamblincolors.com/newsletters/studionotes13.html
http://www.artchive.com/
http://artrenewal.org/
http://art116painting.blogspot.com/
Your
success is my goal!!!
Supplies:
Light source:
Natural
light bulb, 60 watt or above
(consider
a variety pack including various wattage bulbs)
Clean up:
Mineral
Oil: CVS
Folder:
Used
to organize handouts and notes
Other:
Other
Required No cost supplies
Paper
Towels, dish soap (provided)
DATE week 1 CONTENT
Class 1
Introduction,
cover syllabus, complete bios., course overview
HW:
Bring to the next class an example of your work.
Send
me your email address with bio. info. noting Spring Art 116 in the subject line
Order supplies immediately. (Due: 0206)
Select
a painting from
http://www.artchive.com/ print
the image
(in color) and be prepared
to discuss the work and painter. Include
what you discovered from the painting such as paint quality, aesthetic, composition
and light source, and/or describe your initial response to the work and why you
selected the work. Summarize your thoughts in a typed statement, at least 400
words, the image needs to be in color
READ THROUGHOUT THE SEMESTER:
Painting Definitions: (Cut and paste url)
DATE week 1 CONTENT
Class
2
Crit.,
hand in statement and color proof for a grade
Student
Intro. and show work, (if needed continue next week).
Week 2 CONTENT
Class 1
Student Intro. and show work, (if needed continue next week).
Week 2 CONTENT
Class
2
Begin Value, lighting & general concepts and definitions discussed
Value sphere exercise, painted in studio and/or value string, cool temp. as scale 0-11, painted in studio
Next class: Studio exercise: small still life, establish form
Continue to read research and investigate links
Week 3 CONTENT
Class 1
(Supplies due for a grade) and bring to class a 8 x 10 canvas, plus raw umber and white, and paint material/tools
Studio still life, establish form using fruit and items as the subject
Continued
or new 8 x 10 canvas, Studio still life, establish form using fruit and items
as the subject
Discuss
brush as a functional tool- deliver, move or remove paint
Read: Color
HW: 16 x 20, paint three objects.
Objective to represent your acquired skill set
Due
for critique and grade at the beginning of the next class (Raw Umber and white)
One
object should be vertical
