Description:

This course is an introduction to the basic elements of drawing for students wanting a concentration in drawing the human figure. Students will acquire basic competence in developing drawings involving the human form. 6 hrs./wk.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Recognize and demonstrate safe studio procedures
2. Produce drawings of the human figure using a variety of mediums
3. Compose drawings of the human figure utilizing the basic art elements of line, shape, value, texture, and color
4. Create sketches and drawings of the human figure employing the elements of composition and design
5. Produce gesture drawings of the human figure
6. Generate drawings stressing the general planes and masses of the model
7. Construct a drawing of the human skeleton in proportion
8. Compose drawings of the muscles of the human figure
9. Compose drawings of the human figure in a variety of environments
10. Recognize the importance for autonomous decision-making
11. Demonstrate a basic ability to critique artwork objectively

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Studio Procedures
   A. Explain and demonstrate proper use of equipment, materials, and
supplies
   B. Practice safe studio procedures
   C. Identify and develop productive work habits, including completing
projects, maintaining the studio environment, and responding to
supervision

II. Drawing Mediums
   A. Use dry media in drawing the figure
      1. Draw with charcoal
      2. Sketch with graphite
      3. Use conte’ crayon
      4. Utilize pastels
      5. Explore other experimental dry mediums
   B. Use wet media in portraying the figure
      1. Draw with india ink
      2. Use acrylics and/or watercolors
      3. Explore and utilize other experimental wet mediums

III. The Basic Art Elements
   A. Generate figure drawings using line
   B. Create drawings of the model utilizing shape
   C. Draw the human form using value
   D. Sketch the figure using texture
   E. Produce drawings containing color to draw the model

IV. The Human Figure and the Elements of Composition and Design
   A. Produce compositions utilizing effective figure/ground
relationships
   B. Create drawings using harmony and variety involving the figure
   C. Construct compositions of the model or models employing balance,
economy, dominance, volume, movement, proportion, and space
   D. Devise compositions involving the figure to accomplish form Unity

V. Gesture Sketches
   A. Discuss the attributes of gesture sketches
   B. Explain the dynamics of gesture sketches
   C. Originate limited-time gesture sketches

VI. Drawings Using Planes and Masses
   A. Create drawings diagramming the general planes of the figure
   B. Construct drawings illustrating the simple masses of the human
figure

VII. Human Anatomy
   A. Construct drawings of the human skeleton
   B. Draw the human form illustrating knowledge of the major muscle
forms

VIII. Life Drawings in a Variety of Environments
   A. Create drawings of the figure in an interior environment
   B. Produce drawings of the model in an exterior environment
   C. Generate compositions of the figure in imaginary or abstract
Environments

IX. Autonomous Decision-Making
   A. Acquire and demonstrate confidence through practice and critique of
one’s own artwork
   B. Develop and demonstrate self-assurance through the discussion and
criticism of other student’s artwork
   C. Build and demonstrate comprehension of the decision-making process
through study of professional artists’ means of image development

X. Critiquing Artwork Objectively
   A. Define and discuss the importance of objective art criticism
   B. Explain the significance of individual critiques
   C. Judiciously accept criticism from fellow art students
   D. Clarify the meaning and purpose of group critiques
   E. Perform individual and group critiques without bias

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Final portfolio: Production of a group of drawings satisfying the
requirements of a series of assignments to develop specific skills and
competencies and to stimulate the student’s creative capacities for
personal expression and self-understanding

Out-of-class assignments: Production of a series of out-of-class projects
to supplement the in-class assignments which demonstrates the student’s
integration of the course content 

Research project: A written research project to supplement the course
objectives

Class participation and attendance: Active participation and attendance is
a mandatory requirement for this class

Grades: The final portfolio is, by far, the major means of evaluation in
the course, representing 60-80% of the grade. The other listed student
activities account for the remaining 20-40% of the grade.

Caveats:

1. JCCC is not liable for damaged or stolen work or personal property in classroom or hallway exhibition areas.
2. Students working in the studio are expected to acquaint themselves with the efficient and safe use of equipment and materials.
3. Students should realize nude models will be used extensively in this course and decide if they are comfortable with this aspect of the class.

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.