ARTS 1311 Foundation Design I (2-D Design)
Professor: Tina Kotrla, email: tina.kotrla@hccs.edu
Meeting time: TTH 11:30am-2:30pm
Course description: This is a beginning studio course that explores the fundamentals of
two-dimensional design: line, shape, texture, value, color and composition. A variety of
media will be used. Class time will include lectures, demonstrations, studio time, and
critiques.
Class Requirements:
1. Regular attendance and being on time to class. As the projects in this class are based
in communal activity and understanding, your attendance is integral to your success. The
experience of being in the classroom cannot be duplicated. Students with more than
four absences will be dropped from the class. See the college’s drop policy below.
Arriving late to class will negatively affect your grade. Note: three tardies (arriving
more than ten minutes late to class) equals one absence. Leaving class early will be
counted the same way. The college’s policy is that students can only miss 12 hours of
class, therefore you will be dropped upon your 5th absence, no excuses accepted and
no exceptions. It is the student’s responsibility to consult with Professor Kotrla on
absences.
2. Prompt arrival time- The technical instructions for each class will happen in the first
half hour of class therefore this is very important to be on time. Three tardies (arriving
more than 10 minutes late to class) equates to one absence. Leaving early counts the same
way.
3. Class participation in critiques and discussions.
4. The projects and critiques that make up this class are the equivalent of exams. Each
project is made up of two parts, the projects which are half of your grade (50 points)
and the critique for each project which is the other half of your grade (50 points).Your
projects will be graded on technique, completion and the following of directions amongst
other things. Your critique grade will come from your presence at the entire critique, your
participation in speaking about others work and your own and active listening. You will
not pass a critique if you are not present, if you are not paying attention or if your
work is not completed when you arrive to class.
5. Cell phone or computer use in the classroom is not allowed. Cell phones and
computers should be turned off and silent during class time.
6. No sleeping or putting your head down during class. This will result in being
counted absent.
The State of Texas has begun to impose penalties on students who drop courses excessively. For example, if you
repeat the same course more than twice, you have to pay extra tuition. In 2007, the Texas Legislature passed a law
limiting students to no more than six total course withdrawals throughout their academic career in obtaining a
baccalaureate degree. There may be future penalties imposed.
To help students avoid having to drop/withdraw from any class, HCC has instituted an Early Alert process by which
your instructor will “alert” you and HCC Student Services of the chance you might fail a class because of excessive
absences and/or poor academic performance. You should visit with your Instructor, an HCC counselor, or HCC Online
Student Services to learn about what, if any, HCC interventions might be offered to assist you – tutoring, child care,
financial aid, job placement, etc. – to stay in class and improve your academic performance.
You MUST visit with a faculty advisor, a counselor or on-line student services prior to withdrawing (dropping)
the class and this must be done by Thursday, November 3, 2011 in order to receive a “W” on your transcript.
After that deadline, you will receive the grade you are making which will more than likely be an “F.”
Any student with a documented disability (e.g.physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) who needs to
arrange reasonable accommodations must contact the Disability Services Office at the respective college at the
beginning of each semester. Faculty are authorized to provide only the accommodations requested by the Disability
Support Services Office.
Excused absences are also granted for Holy Days provided the student follows the policy listed in the student
handbook.
HCC policy prohibits children in the classroom.
HCC policy prohibits smoking in all buildings.
The HCCS policy regarding scholastic dishonesty includes cheating, plagiarism, and collusion. Students engaging in
scholastic dishonesty will face severe penalties as described in the student handbook.
Objective and Requirements
By the end of the semester the student who passes with a final grade of “C” or above will
have demonstrate the ability to:
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Complete and comprehend the objectives of all graded assignments
Attend class regularly, missing no more than 12.5% of instruction (12 hours)
Arrive at class promptly and with the required supplies for that day’s session
Participate in the shared responsibilities for studio clean-up
Exhibit safe studio habits
Be prepared for and participate in class critiques
Demonstrate the ability to communicate orally in clear, coherent, and persuasive
language
Demonstrate the ability to use computer-based technology in communicating, solving
problems, and acquiring information
Complete a minimum of 1000 words in a combination of writing assignments and/or
projects
Demonstrate the ability to present works of exhibition quality
Create a non-representational 2-D image exploring line
Create a non-representational 2-D image exploring shape
Create a non-representational 2-D image exploring value
Create a non-representational 2-D image exploring texture
Create a non-representational 2-D image combing line, texture, value, shape, and
color
Create a project exploring color theory
Calendar
Students will receive the due dates for each project will in advance. These dates are
flexible and not set at this time so that consideration for the progress of the class can be
allowed.
See supply list next page.
Design I supply list:
drawing pencils-HB, 2B, 6B (one-two each), no use of #2 pencils or mechanical pencils
one 18”x24” drawing pad
one 9”x12” sketchbook
compressed charcoal sticks
erasers-two kneaded (grey) and one white, vinyl
one ink pen (gel pen, water-soluble-not a ball point pen!)
1 medium point Sharpie marker
The following paint supplies can be bought in a package all together:
1 plastic palette
one small to medium flat paintbrush
one small to medium round paintbrush
oil pastels (at least a package of 12, not chalk pastels)
package of colored pencils
scissors (large)
large gluestick
pencil sharpener
ruler
masking tape
rags for clean-up
one roll of paper towels
container for materials with handles (plastic tool box, tackle boxes, shoe boxes)
portfolio for transporting artwork (optional)
Texas Art Supply, Hobby Lobby and Michael’s are all stores where supplies could
be purchased.
** If you don’t bring your materials to each class you will be unable to work and
therefore lose all participation points.