Life Drawing I

Catalog description

One lecture. Five lab. Applications of the elements of drawing in the description of the human figure, drawing from the model. Topics include: light and shade, composition, and anatomy. Students will be able to: demonstrate drawing processes using the human figure as subject via gesture drawing; develop perceptual skills of positive and negative shapes through contour drawing of the figure; display skill sets of perception through varied time-length poses; analyze and address drawing problems of anatomical proportions and compositional issues; develop abilities to work with a variety of traditional and non-traditional materials; and contribute to individual and group critiques. Prerequisite(s): ART 110 Grading Option: May be taken for S/U credit.