ART 234 - Figure Drawing I

3 Credit(s)

Course Description: Introduces techniques and process in drawing the figure from life. This course provides a framework for the development of self-expression for beginning students, and presents advanced students with problem-solving experiences appropriate to issues in contemporary art. Students draw almost exclusively from live models, both nude and draped, using a range of materials and formats. Through direct observation, anatomical study, historical information and media experimentation, students develop their drawing skills and increase their ability to utilize the figurative form in creative works in an historical and contemporary context.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Accurately describe the proportions of the human figure.
CLO#2: Utilize a variety of drawing methods successfully, (gestural, structural, and volumetric) in a variety of mediums, to describe the figure in a variety of pose type and duration. (ILO: Communication)
CLO#3: Recognize, discuss, and analyze the use of the human form in contemporary and historical visual art.
CLO#4: Render the figurative image as a design component, exploring compositional and conceptual possibilities beyond simple transcription and realistic presentation.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Graphite pencils 4B to 9B; Vine Charcoal, Compressed charcoal 2B to 6B; Chalk Pastels; Erasers; Collage materials and White drawing paper (24” x 36” in approx.).

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (60) and a standard RCC delivery of (66) lecture/lab hours per term, not to exceed (72) hours per term.