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Course mnemonic |
PNTG 102 |
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Day/Time |
12:30:00-15:20:00 |
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Section number |
S002 |
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Start Date |
January 08,2007 |
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Credits |
3 |
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End Date |
April 16, 2007 |
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Hours per week |
3 |
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Location |
280 NB |
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Instructor |
Vjeko Sager |
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Recommended
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TBA |
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604 844 3801 |
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vsager@eciad.ca |
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Mondays |
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Website Catalogue Description | www.eciad.ca
This
course introduces fundamental principles and techniques of painting.
Instruction includes the preparation of painting surfaces, exploration of
materials and methods, and the development of imagery in relation to historical
precedents, contemporary issues and personal expression.
Course Content
This studio based Course will guide students through a number of exercises and assignments designed to establish the foundation for creative and technical requirements of the painting practice. Starting with hands-on instruction and examination of materials and techniques, the Course is divided into three sections:
1-handling of materials
2-creative concepts and
strategies
3-visual language of
painting
This program incorporates research, demonstrations, PPT presentations, studio and home assignments on both collaborative and individual basis. Designed to introduce students to vital approaches to painting, classes depend on full students dedication and presence.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students will learn:
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How to translate
perceptive and observation skills into painting vocabulary
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To develop
understanding of basic painting techniques and methods
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How to use visual
language of tone, color and composition in painting
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To develop
collaborative and individual creative strategies
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To use painting as
a form of personal articulation
· To expand and acquire critical thinking and aesthetic merits
Resource materials
Selection of recommended Oil
or Acrylics colours:
Cobalt
Blue
Ultramarine
Blue
Phthalocyanine
Blue
Phthalocyanine
Green
Cadmium
Yellow
Hansa
Yellow
Alizarin
Crimson
Cadmium
Red
Burnt
Sienna
Raw
Umber
Titanium
White
Zinc
White
Mars
Black
Ivory
Black
Brushes Synthetic (Opus) or
Bristle:
Flat ½ ³, 1² and 3² (regular paint brush for gesso
application)
Filbert
½²
Round
# 4 # 8
Bright
1²
Fan
1²
Mediums: Damar solution
Acrylic Matte
³ Modeling Paste
³ Glazing Gel
Linseed Oil
Turpenoid Natural
Supports:
Paper:
50 sheets of cartridge (18x24²); 10 sheets of Mayfair (20x26²); Drawing pad
80lb or more
Canvas:
Medium weight or Duck
Wood:
Stretcher materials 1x3² dried fir, ½ round; Masonite; Door Skin
Drawing
materials:
Drawing
pad 11x17²; charcoal, graphite, ink, conte crayons, oil crayons
Equipment:
Knife cutter, scissors, tape, pins, drawing board with clips, palette knife, palette, plastic containers, rags, various glass jars with lids
Evaluation Criteria
Attendance |
10% |
Participation |
20% |
Projects |
50% |
Exams, Tests |
NA |
Presentations |
20% |
Total |
100% |
Evaluation Criteria definitions
Each class and project
assignment is assessed numerically according to the breakdown noted above.
Students are required to meet deadlines of assigned projects. In addition to
class time students are required to work a minimum of 6 hours per week on their
own time. Students must have a sincere curiosity/interest in other people's
creative process. Students are expected to engage in research, maintaining a
journal or notebook in which they record working drawings, research notes,
summaries and observations relative to school and cultural activities. Required
readings relevant to the course and/or individual projects may be assigned.
Students are expected to be motivated participants by contributing to group
discussions and critiques, and presenting their work in a well organized,
committed effort. Attendance is mandatory. Absenteeism, chronic lateness and
non-participation in class work or in critiques will affect the final grade. No
more than 2 unexcused absences are acceptable. If students miss a class, it is
their responsibility to determine what was missed and to complete the work,
both in-class projects and homework.
Course Notes (policies and
procedures)
FOUNDATION GRADING POLICY
on attendance, punctuality, and late assignments
Attendance:
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Attendance is mandatory.
Absenteeism, chronic lateness and non-participation will affect the final
grade.
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No more than two
unexcused absences are acceptable. For every absence beyond that, there is a 5%
penalty from the final course grade.
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If students miss a class
it is their responsibility to determine what was missed and to complete the
work, both in-class projects and homework.
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To formally excuse an
absence due to illness or emergency, students must phone or send an e-mail to
the instructor by the end of the day.
Punctuality:
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There is a 5% penalty
from the final course grade for every two late arrivals or occasions when a
person leaves early.
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Students will be
considered late if they arrive after roll-call, when the session has formally
begun. Furthermore, students will
be penalized if they leave class before it has properly ended.
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Students will be
considered absent if they arrive more than one hour after the session has
started.
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If a student is late for
class, s/he must make sure to speak with the instructor, to explain the reason
for being late.
Late Assignments:
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Late projects will be
penalized by one grade level.
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It is absolutely imperative
that students manage their time wisely.
They should not let themselves fall behind schedule, otherwise they may
find it extremely difficult to catch up by the time a deadline arrives.
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If students find that
they cannot finish an assignment or keep up with the workload, they must speak
to the instructor immediately, to discuss practical ways to make the course
manageable.
· The instructor may modify the material or schedule
specified in this outline. Any required changes will be announced in class.
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Late assignments or
projects may be penalized as specified in the course outline.
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It is plagiarism to
present someone elseıs work or ideas as oneıs own. Plagiarism may result in
failure on an assignment, of the course, and, if repeated, expulsion from the
Institute. Assistance with the ethical practices of attribution and
documentation is available from the Writing Centre or online at www.eciad.ca/wc
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A student must provide a
doctorıs note to Student Services for any illness which causes the student to
miss assignments, tests, projects, exams, etc., or for absences of more than
two classes. At the discretion of the instructor the student may complete the
work for a prorated grade.
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Students will demonstrate
that they understand and practice the safe use of tools and other equipment,
materials, and processes used in their course projects. They will conduct
themselves in a responsible manner that does not endanger themselves or others,
and will adhere to the area procedures regarding authorized operation of
equipment, handling of materials, and use of space.
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Students with special
needs or disabilities that might affect their experience or performance in
class are advised to inform their instructor and/or contact the Disabilities
Services Coordinator, located in Student Services, for assistance.
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Professional counseling
or therapy is available at no charge to students who have concerns of a
personal nature. All information shared is held in strict confidence. Call
604.844.3850 or 604.844.3081 for an appointment with the support counselor.
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The Writing Centre is a
service that Emily Carr provides to all students, staff and faculty from every
program area who would like to improve their reading, writing, critical
thinking, and research skills. This is a free, voluntary and confidential
service. Writing Centre instructors can help you at every stage of your
writing, from developing ideas to final revision. This applies to any kind of
writing, from a three line artistıs statement to a twenty page academic paper. Please
sign up for a ½ hour appointment on the door (room 434 SB). Telephone:
604 629 4511, Coordinator: Karolle Wall.
Syllabus/Course schedule
Week
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Date
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Topic
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Resources
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Assignment
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1 |
Week starting Jan 01 |
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2 |
Week starting Jan 08 |
Introduction to the
Course History of Colour
materials and tools Review of drawing
skills Perception of colour |
TBA |
Intro to Project 01 Homework: Tonal study of still
life (grayscale) Find colorful and
B&W reproduction for the Project 02 |
3 |
Week starting Jan 15 |
Colour as tone: achromatic and
monochromatic painting Surface preparation:
paper Paint applications:
brush work |
Ink, acrylic and gesso
on paper and cardboard |
Project 01: 1st & 2nd presentation 15 min B & W and
monochrome studies Grayscale from B&W
and from pure colours Homework: work on
Project 02- colour translation |
4 |
Week starting Jan 22 |
Project 02 DUE In class critique |
Acrylic and gesso On various surfaces |
Duotone studies Homework: Painting made with
primary colours only |
5 |
Week starting Jan 29 |
DEMO: Surface
preparation - - canvas Colour Theories - PPT |
Acrylic or oil on canvas |
Project 01: 3rd
& 4th presentation 15 min Pigments: origin and
character Painting techniques: Optical
colour mixing Homework: paintings with optical
colour mixing |
6 |
Week starting Feb 05 |
Color theory: mixing
colour Tools and applications
Practice: skin tone Painting the figure
(MODEL) |
Acrylic or oil on canvas |
Project 01: 4th
& 6TH presentation 15 min Homework: Mixing of
colour (skin tone) |
7 |
Week starting Feb 12 |
Working with MODEL Paint mixing
principles (contrast based) |
Acrylic or oil on canvas |
Project 01 7th & 8th
presentation 15 min |
8 |
Week starting Feb 19 |
READING WEEK – NO
CLASSES |
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9 |
Week starting Feb 26 |
Project 03 DUE In class critique
Personal colour theories Dead colour palette |
Mixed
painting techniques |
Project 01: 9th & 10th
presentation 15 min Homework: Passive
& Active colour palette |
10 |
Week starting Mar 05 |
Painting techniques:
mixed techniques Working with model |
Mixed painting techniques |
Project 01: 11th & 12th
presentation 15 min Homework: Find &
test natural painting sources Create personal colour
theory (using graphic presentation) |
11 |
Week starting Mar 12 |
Project 04 DUE: Presentation & critique |
Mixed painting techniques |
Project 04
introduction & research strategies Homework: Writing the
Artistic statement (painting) Organize teamwork,
divide responsibilities and duties, brainstorming session |
12 |
Week starting Mar 19 |
Surface preparation:
boards & Textures Conceptual painting:
principles and strategies Demo: various textures |
Mixed painting techniques |
Project 01: 13th & 14th
presentation 15 min Homework: Extending
painting into other media |
13 |
Week starting Mar 26 |
Painting techniques: Demo: underpainting
process Multimedia aspects in
painting |
Mixed painting techniques |
Project 01: 15th & 16th
presentation 15 min |
14 |
Week starting Apr 02 |
Final Project
presentations |
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15 |
Week starting Apr 09 |
Easter Monday |
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16 |
Week starting Apr 16 |
Only Critical + Cultural Studies classes |
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No
classes on the following dates:
Monday,
January 1, 2007 New Years
Friday,
April 6, 2007 Good Friday
Monday,
April 9, 2007 Easter Monday