Instructor: Frank Falotico
Improve figure drawing skills by studying the underlying structure of the human form (bone, muscle, tendon and cartilage), while sharpening observational skills through careful study of the surface form. Work from casts, photos, skeleton, live models and overlays of the muscular system as anatomical information in applied to artistic use. The fall semester will cover drawing heads and portraits.
Instructor: Bonnie Kubiak
The study of color, its characteristics and interaction through the medium of paint. The first semester is designed to acquaint students with basic properties of color identification, allowing the student to create and modify the range of hue, value and color strength, while mastering paint mixing and paint application. The second semester places emphasis on the study and application of color theory and systems to achieve designed effects in visual communication.
Instructor: Michael Ruple
Introduction to the basic principles of drawing and composition including observation of forms in their three dimensions and recording or translating such form accurately to the two dimensional limitations of the flat drawing surface, composing both the positive and negative spaces.
Instructor: Monica Baumann
A study of the basic principles and techniques of oil painting, and the use and care of materials and equipment. Realistic representation of textures, tones, color and surface qualities of a variety of objects will be covered.
