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Division of Arts & Humanities
Department of Visual Art
Course Syllabus
ART-127: Painting I
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Course Description
Official Catalog Course Description:
ART-127: Painting I is an introduction to the techniques and aesthetic considerations of
painting. The course covers traditional academic oil painting techniques, including structure,
spatial relationships, value, composition, color, and texture, while also encouraging
contemporary exploration with oil and other media. The subject matter includes portraiture,
still-life, interiors, landscapes, and non-objective painting.
Credits: 3 (2 lecture, 2 lab)
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Student Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate technical competencies in oil painting techniques.
2. Apply principles of design, composition, and color theory in their artwork.
3. Develop a unique personal style and artistic expression.
4. Analyze and critique works of art using appropriate terminology.
5. Experiment with various painting media, including texture and layering techniques.
Means of Assessment:
● Portfolio evaluations
● In-class critiques
● Written analysis of paintings
● Practical assignments
Course Content
● Introduction to painting materials and techniques
● Value, temperature, and color relationships
● Composition and spatial organization
● Exploration of traditional and contemporary painting styles
● Group and individual critiques
Course Texts and Study Materials
Required:
● Hawthorne on Painting, Dover Publications, Inc., NY, 1960
● The Oil Painting Book, by Bill Creevy, Watson-Guptill Publications, NY, 1994
Grading Policy
● 40% Portfolio #1: Academic Study
● 40% Portfolio #2: Personal Exploration
● 20% Attendance and participation
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to attend all classes. More than one absence may affect the final grade.
Being late or leaving early may also impact grading.
Other Policies
● Plagiarism & Academic Integrity: Copying from other artists without proper
acknowledgment is strictly prohibited.
● Use of Technology: Smart classroom tools may be used for lectures and critiques.
Course Outline & Calendar
Week 1: Introduction to materials and basic techniques
Week 2-3: Value and composition studies
Week 4-6: Color mixing and temperature studies
Week 7: Midterm critique
Week 8-12: Personal exploration projects
Week 13: Group critique
Week 14-15: Final portfolio review