HSTA Drawing and Painting Certificate Courses for September 2007	

Art History I 
Art History II 
Landscape Drawing
Life Drawing 
Painting from the Model
Marketing / Portfolio Development

Drawing I
Aim: to enable the learner to develop perceptual and technical skills in order to successfully depict a wide range of subject matter using drawing processes

Introduced to the basic techniques and methods of drawing, and using a variety of media and surfaces, students will examine the elements of observational drawing. Studies will include types of contour line, value and tonality, proportion, and texture, for the purpose of representing two and three-dimensional forms. Address will be given to the basic use of the elements of design, engaging line, space, texture, and form in composition. Skills will be developed through the study of a range of subject matter, including still life, architecture, plant and natural forms, as well as manufactured objects. 
Learning Outcomes: 
Upon successful completion of this course the learner will be able to: 
1.	Use a variety of contour and gesture lines (e.g. contour, basic variegated, intermittent, blind, etc.) for sketching and rendering.
2.	Apply shading pattern, cross-hatching, stippling and other methods to illustrate form, texture, movement, etc.
3.	Compare the qualities and characteristics of a variety of traditional and found media and drawing supports. 
4.	Use proportionate lengths and angles in representing subject matter. 
5.	Use an assortment of drawing media to generate value scales. 
6.	Record the negative spaces in specific drawing processes.
7.	Apply techniques in a selection of drawings with a wide range of natural and manufactured subjects.
8.	Critique the work of self, peers, and other artists using accurate terms and an understanding of the design elements as applied to craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibility.
9.	Identify health risk of drawing media, and use all materials, equipment and tools safely.

Drawing II
Aim: to enable the learner to further develop perceptual and technical skills in order to successfully depict a wide range of subject matter using drawing processes

This course will provide the opportunity to further develop skills, explore, and control the depiction of forms through drawing. Basic techniques will be utilized in the assembly of perspective and depth in space in drawings, along with a deliberate consideration of subject and ground relationships within compositions. Students will exercise critical skills in creating arrangements of subject matter for composition in developing studies of lighting and focal point. Through ongoing discussion and analysis, students will strengthen skills in seeing and discussing the varied issues in drawing processes. 
Learning Outcomes: 
Upon successful completion of this course the learner will be able to: 
1.	Apply elements of three dimensional perception to create depth and realism in drawings.
2.	Use 1,2,and 3 point perspective drawing methods to depict both representational and imagined spaces.
3.	Draw the form and surface quality of a variety of 3d objects in various lighting conditions.
4.	Demonstrate the relationship of colour to tonal values.
5.	Apply the different stages of the drawing process to a variety of subjects using a variety of media.
6.	Use observational and aesthetic skills for selection of subject matter to generate good composition and bold visual statements with personal style.
7.	Critique a variety of drawings using accurate terms and an understanding of the design elements as applied to craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibility.
8.	Identify health risk of drawing media, and use all materials, equipment and tools safely.

Explorations in Abstraction
Students will explore the potential of developing their own abstracted imagery using a variety of painting processes. Major historical movements in abstraction will be referenced, as well as non-representational painting and drawing in studio exercises and assignments, in encouraging the students to determine clearer visual language and personal themes in their work. 

Aim: to enable the student to identify and explore an understanding of the various methods of generating abstracted subject matter from real sources
Learning Outcomes: 
Upon successful completion of this course the learner will be able to: 
1.	Use brushes, materials, and other tools to competently apply paint in a variety of traditional and non-traditional techniques. 
2.	Demonstrate various techniques in applying paint in the fashion of specific abstract artists/movements.
3.	Apply colour and composition theory to their works.
4.	Research, present, and discuss abstract art works from various movements and artists in relation to their own personal point of view. 
5.	Apply the artistic conceptual processes involved in an abstract painting. 
6.	Develop abstracted paintings of objects from observed subject matter.
7.	Develop perception skills using of all of their “senses”, in order to communicate realizations and personal expression in their work.
8.	Identify health risks of various paint media, and use all material’s equipment and tools safely, in order to protect self, peers, and the environment. 

Color - Drawing & Paint Media NEW	
Colour often carries the first impact of any drawing or painting. The properties of colour and how they behave within colour systems will be explored in both theory and studio practices. Through colour samplings, students will be introduced to basic techniques for handling a variety of paint and drawing media. Students will develop their ability to perceive and match colour samples using references from real life, fine arts and design sources. Emphasis will be given to assessment of choices of colour to establish mood and meaning in various applications. 
Aim:
To enable the learner to describe and develop visual acuity for colour perception, properties and systems, as applied to the techniques of mixing and applying an assortment of painting media. 
Learning Outcomes: 
Upon successful completion of this course the learner will be able to: 
1.	Describe the attributes and applications of the additive and subtractive colour wheels as related to the physiology of colour perception. 
2.	Summarize the physical properties and composition of various colour pigments, dyes, binders, mediums, etc. in drawing and painting materials, identifying health risks, and safe practices for using these materials. 
3.	Describe the properties of colour, addressing the aspects of hue, value, and intensity in colour samples.
4.	Generate samples of colour systems, to include monochromatic, complementary, analogous, triadic, and split complementary systems. 
5.	Demonstrate the ability to mix and apply paint in watercolour, acrylic and oil media in a competent fashion to generate secondary, tertiary, and neutral colours on appropriate support materials. 
6.	Compare manufactured paints for properties such as transparency, hue, and permanence through the development of sets of sample sheets. 
7.	Use paint and drawing media to create colour scales for each property of colour, including hue, value, and intensity, as well as tints, tones and shades of colours, with both hard-edged samples and gradations.
8.	Mix colours using paint and drawing materials to correctly match specific colour samples. 

Design – Drawing and Painting NEW

This studio based course will engage the student in an examination of how two dimensional works of art rely on the principles and elements of design to determine what the viewer will see, and when and how they will see it. Shape, line, colour and texture will be combined for the development and control of focal point, use of contrast, balance, and unity.  To develop a stronger sense of personal style, students will be encouraged to identify and experiment with aspects of design of particular appeal to them through research related to their studio assignments. 
Solid application of design principles enables the student to evoke three-dimensional space in the picture plane, generate light, and depict time, in a deliberate manipulation of their subject matter. These applications enable the student to use drawing and painting processes with greater control of the impact of their work upon the viewer.
Aim:
To enable learners to effectively communicate a visual message by applying the characteristics and qualities of basic design elements to the process of drawing and painting. 
Learning Outcomes: 
Upon successful completion of this course the learner will be able to: 
1.	Analyze the principles and elements of design as used in examples of drawing and painting through in class presentations and discussions. 
2.	Use the elements of line, shape, colour and texture in varied applications of the principles of design to samples of drawing and painting, 
3.	Generate a clear point of view/observer in drawings and paintings using the aspects of three-dimensional space. 
4.	Research and present historical and contemporary drawings and paintings with content of personal interest, addressing key images, styles, methods, and ideas associated with drawing and painting. 
5.	Apply principles of design in personal artwork to determine emotional, sensual, and narrative content. 
6.	Analyze the implications of various design solutions in examples of their own work through written summaries, individual and group critiques. 
7.	Demonstrate safe and healthy studio practices in using all drawing and painting tools and materials.

Painting I 
In this first of three courses, students will develop their perceptual skills by learning to “see” with all of their senses. This first course will focus on representational painting. Students will develop greater sensitivity to the properties and potential of tools, applications, and media while expanding their personal expression and employing competent composition and design.  In ongoing class discussions and critiques students will be encouraged to begin to identify a personal style and theme in both the form and content of their work. 

Aim: to enable the learner to develop basic practices of creative studio processes for drawing and painting using limited colour palettes and representational imagery.

Learning Outcomes: 
Upon successful completion of this course the learner will be able to: 
1.	Execute focused exercises which emphasize design using value and a limited colour palette. 
2.	Integrate the use of limited colour palette exercises into their own paintings.
3.	Create a determined focal point and/or a determined visual path in their compositions. 
4.	Establish a personal mark making or calligraphy in the application of materials
5.	Participate in critical discussion with peers and instructors regarding work in process
6.	Demonstrate the ability to work in a representational fashion by using controlled areas with observed shape, colour, and edge quality
7.	Develop a series abstracted paintings of objects from observed subject matter
8.	Describe a set of personal preferences towards subject matter and painting form, and discuss the specific reasons for these choices in journal format and inclass critiques.
9.	Summarize the physical properties and composition of various colour pigments, dyes, binders, mediums, etc. in drawing and painting materials, identifying health risks, and safe practices for using these materials. 
Painting II 
In this continuation of Painting I, students will explore both abstracted and non-representational subject matter. In both group and individual meetings, students will propose and execute considered series of works in consultation with the instructor.

Aim: to enable the learner to develop basic practices of creative studio processes for drawing and painting with emphasis choosing from open colour palettes and abstracted to non representational imagery.

Learning Outcomes: 
Upon successful completion of this course the learner will be able to: 
1.	Execute focused exercises which emphasize design using broad sets of colour palettes.
2.	Demonstrate creative use of focal point and visual transition in their compositions. 
3.	Establish a personal mark making or calligraphy in the application of materials
4.	Participate in critical discussion with peers and instructors regarding work in process
5.	Describe a set of personal preferences towards subject matter and painting form, and discuss the specific reasons for these choices in journal format and inclass critiques.
6.	Paint in a non representational fashion using principles and elements of design to explore emotional, sensual and narrative potential
7.	Describe a specific starting point for a progression of work in drawing and/or painting, execute the series, summarize the results in critiques and written reflections, and then identify the next series of work to be explored.
8.	Summarize the physical properties and composition of various colour pigments, dyes, binders, mediums, etc. in drawing and painting materials, identifying health risks, and safe practices for using these materials. 
Painting III 
This course is a continuation of Painting II. Students will determine and execute their personal choices of studies in studio painting and drawing using various combinations of both traditional and non-traditional materials.

Aim: to enable the learner to engage in the identification and pursuit of personal choices in creative strategies to develop progression in series of drawings/paintings. 

Learning Outcomes: 
Upon successful completion of this course the learner will be able to: 
1.	Describe personal responses to choices in colour throughout experimentation with a variety of colour systems.
2.	Demonstrate creative use of focal point and visual transition in their compositions. 
3.	Use a variety of methods of personal mark making / calligraphy in the application of materials.
4.	Participate in critical discussion with peers and instructors regarding specific attributes of works in process.
5.	Choose and explain choice of use of representational, abstracted or non representational subject matter.
6.	Determine a set of personal preferences in content, composition, and form.
7.	Summarize the physical properties and composition of various colour pigments, dyes, binders, mediums, etc. in drawing and painting materials, identifying health risks, and safe practices for using these materials. 
8.	Propose a specific starting point for a progression of work in drawing and/or painting, execute the series
9.	Using critiques and written reflections, summarize the changes in personal point of view regarding their artwork during the Painting I, II, and II courses, and propose areas of interest in future studio work.