ART 130 syllabus

Art 130 Fundamentals of Design    Fall 2014    Ashland University

9:25-12:05 T/Th

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Priscilla Roggenkamp

Office:  346A, 419-289-5194   Home: 330 821-1787

Email:proggenk@ashland.edu     Office Hours: By appointment.

www.roggenkampdesign.blogspot.com

1. Catalog description:
This fundamental course is a study of two-dimensional application of visual elements and principles of design.  Students will explore composition through line, shape, value, texture, and color.  Students will be introduced to and use various materials and design techniques.  For non-art majors.

2. Course content:
There will be an emphasis on the following elements and principles of design with projects relating to each of these.  Students will be introduced to and use various materials and techniques. 

Studio experiences will include:

·       Line                          

·       Shape

·       Value

·       Texture

·       Color

·       Positive and negative areas

·       Balance

·       Repetition

·       Composition

3. Student learning outcomes for the course:

·       Students will gain an understanding of the foundation of two-dimensional design and develop technical skills of design in order to better solve visual problems. 

·       Students will acquire experience and skill in the use of materials and media. 

·       Students will also learn a visual vocabulary, which will aid them in the discussions and critiques of their work.

4. Student assessment criteria for the course:

·       Each project assigned explores a particular aspect of design with particular goals.  Students should do the best possible work they can for each assignment.  Presentation is also important.  Keep projects neat, clean and free from smudges and ragged edges.  Watch corners on illustration board.

·       Due dates on assignments are very important!

·       Through the critiques of the finished pieces and discussions during the process of their strengths and weaknesses are and how their work can be improved.

·       The grade given for each project is based on a careful evaluation.  Evaluation of each design project includes following the directions given for that particular assignment, quality of work, attention to detail and neatness in execution and presentation. 

·       The final grade is based on a mathematical average of the grades given for each of the design projects completed during the course of this term.  Attendance, a positive attitude in class, coming to class prepared, effort, and a willingness to learn are also taken into consideration.

·       Concerning academic misconduct: the student must do the projects for this class.  Students should not present any work completed by someone else as being their own work.

·       Students are expected to attend and assist all visiting artist lectures and demonstrations, or their grade may be affected.

·       It is the student’s responsibility to keep the studio facilities clean and manageable throughout the semester.  Your grade will be lowered if you do not clean up after yourself, and engage in proper shop etiquette.

5. Additional information:

Fees and charges:
There is a $30.00 fee, to cover consumable materials used in class projects.  Materials provided for the lab fee are markers, rubber cement, ruler, brushes, acrylic paint, paper, and illustration board.  Materials that students need to purchase:

            Portfolio 20” x 26”

            “Box” to hold markers and brushes

            Scissors

Instructional Approach:

·       Information on the elements and principles involved in each design project will be addressed, along with demonstrations and detailed instructions of guidelines and measurements.  Students should take notes accordingly.

·       Students will work on their design projects in class, during which the instructor will observe and give individual guidance to each student.

·       Each design project will be followed by group critiques, which are held in relation to due dates of assignments.

·       Prompt arrival and attendance are expected.  Also, students are expected to stay the entire length of class.  Each 3 instances of tardiness or unexcused early departure will be considered an absence.

·       Students are responsible for the clean up of their own work area at the end of each class and to do their part to maintain the cleanliness of the classroom as a whole.

·       Students are allowed 3 unexcused absences.  Unless a medical excuse is provided, each additional absence further lowers a student’s grade 1/3 a letter grade for the semester.

For students who have specific physical, psychiatric, or learning disabilities and require accommodations, please let me know early in the semester so that your learning needs can be appropriately met.  It is your responsibility to provide documentation for your disability to:  Classroom Support Services, 105 Amstutz Hall, ext. 5953.