Course Syllabus
Winter 2010
Course Name: Advanced Life Drawing
Course Number: MMA213
MEETING TIMES: Thursday, 1pm-4:50pm
Prerequisites: ART105
CREDIT HOURS: 3 quarter credits
CONTACT HOURS: 22 Lecture Hours, 22 Lab Hours
COURSE LENGTH: 11 weeks
Description: Continuing to develop the various drawing skills from all preceding drawing courses, students will further develop their drawing skills as applied to animation or graphic design. Emphasis will be placed on simplifying drawings through contour lines, and color generating impressions of form under time constraints, and expressing emotion through the use of abstract line, form and color.
COURSE COMPETENCIES:
Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:
· Use contour lines and color to define form.
· Express emotion through the use of abstract line, form and color.
· Using drawing techniques that represent body language and gestures, producing drawings that illustrate emotion.
· Demonstrate mood through drawing.
· Generate an impression of form under time constraints.
· Differentiate and demonstrate several styles that can be used to show form in space.
· Generate drawings that express the concept of weight.
REQUIRED BOOKS & MATERIALS:
Textbook: None
Suggested
Reading: Vilppu Drawing
Manual by Glenn Vilppu ISBN-13: 978- 1892053039
Dynamic Figure Drawing by Burne Hogarth
(Watson-Guptill ISBN 082301777)
Figure Drawing for All It’s Worth by Andrew Loomis (Out of Print)
Figures in Action by Andrew Loomis,
Drawing the Head, by Andrew Loomis All Loomis books contain great information. They can be found in various forms. Do a search on Amazon.
Dean Cornwell, Dean of Illustrators,
The Art Spirit by Robert Henri,
Illustrator Annuals found in the Resource Center - look at often!
Breaking the Rules of Watercolor by Burt Silverman.
Materials:
charcoal: a black charcoal pencil, conte or compressed charcoal (if you already have soft vine charcoal that’s fine, if you don’t, don’t buy it)
a kneaded eraser
a ‘clicker’ knife with breakaway blades. (Hyde or Olfa), X-Acto is okay.
ballpoint pen, any brand, or ink pen, any brand (Pigmas are nice)
red pen(any brand);
newsprint pad 18 x 24 (smooth preferred, but rough is okay too) or loose sheets of 18 x 24 drawing paper,
toned paper, middle value, grey or tan, canson
pad of tracing paper or vellum 8.5 x 11(better) or 9 x 12 (okay)
drawing board 18 x 24
INSTRUCTOR: Sheffield Abella
PHONE: 702.369.9944
EMAIL: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
OFFICE HOURS: I will be available before class, from 12:00PM to 1:00PM.
GRADING: 93-100 A 77-79 C+
90-92 A- 74-76 C
87-89 B+ 70-73 C-
84-86 B 67-69 D+
80-83 B- 60-66 D
< 60 F
GRADING BREAKDOWN: In-Class work 25%
Homework Assignments 25%
Final Project 25%
Professionalism 25%
A grade of “A” represents superior work that goes above and beyond the requirements of the course. “A” work shows creativity and insight.
A grade of “B” represents good, solid work with clear improvement over the duration of the course. “B” work meets all course requirements.
A grade of “C” represents work that meets course requirements, but fails to demonstrate significant improvement. “C” work is considered average.
A grade of “D” represents work that in one or more ways fails to meet the requirements of the course, but meets the basic competencies required and is reasonable enough to pass.
A grade of “F” represents general failure to meet the requirements and competencies of the course.
Housekeeping Items: (NOTE: Please understand that every instructor has different and unique policies governing their classroom environment.)
1) NO EATING OR DRINKING IN THE CLASSROOMS AND LABS! Anyone caught in violation of this policy will be asked to leave the classroom.
2) Class time is designated to set direction, to allow for discussion and demonstration of new concepts and techniques and to give critiques and feedback on work done to date. It is not expected that students will complete assigned projects during class hours. For this class you should anticipate spending a minimum of 4 hours per week outside of class completing assignments. If you plan to work at school please check class and lab schedules for available space. Students are responsible for submitting all work on the syllabus regardless of whether they are reminded in class or not. Reading the syllabus is the student's responsibility
3) Absenteeism – According to school policy, you WILL be withdrawn from the school if you are absent 21 CONSECUTIVE calendar days. Make up work may be accepted with mitigating circumstances. By attending class you ensure a richer educational experience, hence it is strongly recommended that you attend all classes and keep me informed to the contrary.
4) Tardiness – Please be mindful that you are being prepared for real world industry, in which tardiness is rarely tolerated. Please take this into consideration and be on time to class. If possible, I would appreciate if you could let me know in advance when you are going to be tardy. Even if I don’t get your message in time, I will see it after class and acknowledge it.
5) Testing Policy – If you expect to be absent on exam days, you may arrange to take the exam up to a week early. Exams cannot be taken after the exam date.
6) Midterm and Final Exams – Whether an exam, project or paper, please note that make ups may be allowed with mitigating circumstances but, may be more difficult than the original midterm or final.
7) LATE WORK – late work is not accepted. Work is considered late at any time after it was due to be turned in, whether this would be 1 minute or 1 week. However, there will be opportunities to do extra credit for any work missed.
8) Cheating and Plagiarism – NOT ALLOWED and will result in an F. There is no flexibility here.
9) Breaks – Classes that meet on campus will meet for the first 100 minutes then receive a 20 minutes break. Afterward, there will be a 10-minute break for each 50 minutes of class time.
10) Etiquette – Please be mindful of your peers in class and be respectful of others at all times. This includes raising your hands in class and keeping your cell phones and beepers on vibrate or silent mode. Please return phone calls on break and outside the building to be respectful of others working.
11) www.myaicampus.com – All students are required to maintain an active school e-mail account. Student email, grade reports, unofficial schedules, unofficial transcripts and other necessary services can only be accessed through wwwmyaicampus.com, not through the registrar.
12) Students should check their class schedule on their www.myaicampus.com account the first day of class.
13) Contacting the Instructor – You can use email, voicemail or set up an appointment to contact your instructor. If the instructor doesn’t respond to your messages within 24 hours, please assume that they didn’t get the message and try again.
14) Required textbooks must be obtained by the second class meeting. Textbooks for your class are available from the bookstore. If a textbook is delayed, alternate instructions for obtaining your textbook will be provided.
15) Dress Code – Students must abide by the dress code as defined in the catalog and/or Culinary Lab Guidelines.
16) Children – No children or guests are allowed in class or unattended on campus at any time.
17) Student Survey – each quarter The Art Institute of Las Vegas conducts various surveys to ensure proper feedback from the student body. Some classes may be selected to participate in this very important survey and may take time from class to complete. These surveys include but are not limited to IDEA survey, midquarter survey and student satisfaction survey. Typically the IDEA survey occurs week 9 and the midquarter occurs anywhere from week 3 to week 6.
18) ID Badges - ID badges are required when in The Art Institute and must be visible upon your person at all times. You are provided with an ID card that is used for various purposes for the duration of your program: for using the facilities, for registering for classes, for use of the Learning Resource Center, for checking out training equipment, for participation in certain student activities and social events, for presentation to some retailers, theaters, and restaurants that offer special discounts to those who hold a student ID card.
19) eCompanion – This class uses eCompanion as a tool to help each student be more successful. You will be able to access class resources at any time via eCompanion platform. Moreover, I will be posting grades and other important information regarding the class which will be to your benefit.
20) You will need to utilize the Library for research and reference throughout the quarter. The library is a valuable source for finding design ideas that will be needed for this course, i.e.: inspiration and design fundamentals for mid-term and final projects; locating popular trends in design, illustration and photography, referencing past award winning designs which may be used as a guide; identifying benchmarks or referencing competent design works.
21) On-line tutoring is available for all students at:
SMARTHINKING http://ailvtech.aiiresources.com/tutoring/AILV.htm. Follow the instructions to create or use your SMARTHINKING account. Complete the registration form, choosing your own username and password. This site is useful for English and Math tutoring. If you are doing a paper of any kind, you are required to utilize this service as a preliminary check.
VTC http://vtc.com User ID: AiLVVTC Password: win2010lv This site provides online computer software training on a full range of products from all major publishers including Photoshop, Flash, Dreamweaver, Maya, Pro Tools & AutoCAD.
ADA Statement: It is the policy of The Art Institute of Las Vegas not to discriminate against qualified students with a documented disability in its educational programs, activities or services. If you have a disability-related need for accommodations in this class, contact the Disability Services Office at (702) 369-9944 ext. 8550, 2350 Corporate Circle Drive, Henderson, NV 89074.
Weekly Outline
Week 1: (Skipped) 5 Fives. Review Syllabus. Lecture, demonstration on quick sketch charcoal techniques. If necessary, lecture on the lay-in and/or proportions. 2, 5, 10 minute poses for the rest of the class. Homework: Copy master painting from reference, using black and white gouache or acrylic on illustration board (no bigger than 4 x 5). Due next week for critique.
Week 2: 5 Fives. Review Syllabus. Lecture, demonstration on quick sketch charcoal techniques. If necessary, lecture on the lay-in and/or proportions. 2, 5, 10 minute poses for the rest of the class. Homework: Copy master painting from reference, using black and white gouache or acrylic on illustration board (no bigger than 4 x 5). Due next week for critique.
Week 3: 5 Fives. Feedback on Master copy homework painting. Discussion of the concept of the first read. Continued focus on the quick sketch. Homework: Copy master painting from the same reference the week before, using colored gouache or acrylic only on illustration board (no bigger than 4 x 5). Due next week for critique.
Week 4: 5 Fives. Feedback on Master copy homework painting. Brief lecture on color. 10 and 20 minute poses, but still starting out with the same process as the quick sketch. Toned paper optional. Homework: An expressive self-portrait any medium (except digital), life-size, and from life (looking at yourself in a mirror) - no photos.
Week 5: 5 Fives. Feedback on homework. Head drawing lecture. Draw the model(s) but the focus on the head/portraiture. Invent your own lighting. Invent a story. Homework: Two small paintings (any medium, no bigger than 4 x 5), using a figure model, one painted with natural light, one painted with artificial light, to explore differences in color at various times of the day.
Week 6: 5 Fives. Feedback on homework. Demonstration of invention combined with a model. 20 minute poses. Draw the model and invent another person or thing interacting with the model. Invent a costume for the model. Invent props and environments for the model. Homework: Compose an environment, using reference AND objects from your head, in any lighting situation desired. (If you’re using photo reference you must bring it in along with your homework or lose points!)
Week 7: 5 Fives. Feedback on homework. Brief lecture on perspective and depth of field. 20 minute poses. Draw the model in extreme perspective as if looking through a wide angle lens. Draw the model and distort proportions. Draw the model morphing into an animal or draw the model with an animal. Homework: Create a scene from your head, using either 1, 2 or 3 point perspective and populate with at least 2 people. Bring in an example of your favorite visual artist.
Week 8: 5 Fives. Feedback on homework. Brief lecture on composition. Long poses. Your choice of mediums. Homework: Copy your favorite illustrator, or copy another master painting. Bring a copy of your source! Final Project will be assigned.
Week 9: 5 Fives. Feedback on homework. Long poses. Your choice of mediums. Homework: Bring in 5 value studies of your final project (no bigger than 4 x 5).
Week 10: 5 Fives. Feedback on homework. Long poses. Your choice of mediums. Graduating students, all homework and final projects are due. Homework: Execute final and be prepared to present it next week. It should be matted and or mounted. This matted piece is worth 25% of your final grade.
Week 11: 5 Fives. Final projects must be up on the crit rail by 1:00PM for group critique on final project. Bring your completed sketchbook and best drawings from class. Long poses. Your choice of mediums. I will be meeting with each student individually to discuss their sketchbooks, drawings and final grades for the class.
Schedule subject to change according to classroom needs
Learning-Centered Course Syllabus Components. Life Drawing is one of my favorite subjects. I take it very seriously and I expect you to do the same. To that end, I use my website, www.sheff.com, to supplement e-companion and my in-class lectures. This is intended to help students who may have missed classes get caught up to speed.
STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SYLLABUS
(Must be completed by student and collected.
Instructor keeps one copy and gives one to AD)
Class Number / Name: __________________________
Quarter: Fall 09
Section / Time: ________________________________
I, _________________________________ hereby acknowledge that I have read and fully understand the syllabus, its policies and regulations regarding what is expected of me in the class.
I further understand that the policies and regulations on the syllabus may be subject to
change by the instructor as needed.
The Art Institute of Las Vegas reserves the right to retain projects for the purpose of demonstrating compliance with accreditation body requirements for program courses.
__________________________________________ ______________________
Student Signature Date
CONTACT INFORMATION:
PRIMARY EMAIL: ______________________________________________________________________________
SCHOOL EMAIL: _______________________________________________________________________________
HOME PHONE:________________________________________________________________________________
CELL PHONE: _________________________________________________________________________________
WORK PHONE: ________________________________________________________________________________
EMERGENCY NAME/NUMBER: ___________________________________________________________________
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