Chabot College/Las Positas College
October 1993
Course Outline for Art 7A
INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Catalog Description:
7A - Introduction to Watercolor Painting
3 units
Materials, methods, and techniques of transparent watercolor painting, including its effects and
possibilities. Strongly recommended: Art 2B. 2 hours lecture; 4 hours studio.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should:
1. be introduced to the materials, methods, and techniques unique to transparent watercolor;
2. be able to handle the medium and develop a sensitivity to the medium as both an experience and
an expression.
Course Content:
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Characteristics
Preparation of paper surface
Use and care of equipment
Experiments - wash dry brush, color, etc.
Monochrome landscape/still life
Style
Color compositions
Methods of Presentation:
1. Lectures/discussions
2. Demonstrations of techniques
Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Finished work, sketchbook
2. Care of equipment
3. Final review of projects
Textbook(s) (Typical):
None
Special Student Materials:
As required: various brushes, paints, inks, pens, drawing board, papers.
TF:kh Art 7A
Revised: 10/15/93
kk 7/16/01
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