ARTS 120 - Introduction to Painting

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 2

Prerequisite(s): None

Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course is an introduction to the materials, techniques and practices of acrylic painting. The student will acquire experience with a broad range of techniques, subject matter and approaches. Different styles of art will be explored to provide a context for students to develop their own personal language and style. Lectures with visual materials provided by the instructor and reading assignments wil be the basis for hands-on painting assignments. The emphasis is on studio work.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

SUNY GE 8: Students will demonstrate understanding of at least one principal form of artistic expression and the creative process inherent therein.

Students will be able to:

Identify the elements of art, and principles of design using descriptive language; and articulate supported interpretations of select works.
Create original artwork in which students effectively utilize the elements of art.
Demonstrate basic acrylic painting techniques and the fundamentals of color theory.