Course Syllabi Format
I.
Fayetteville State University
College of Arts and Sciences
Department of Performing and Fine Arts
LOCATOR INFORMATION
Semester: Fall 2008
ART 414 Advanced Painting
Credit Hours: 3
Course Days/times: T/Th 9 -11:50
Instructor: Dwight Smith
Office: Rosenthal Bldg. R103A
Office Hours: By appt.
E-mail address: dsmith46@uncfsu.edu
Location: RB 002 Lower Level Office phone: 910. 672.1795
FSU Policy on Electronic Mail: Fayetteville State University provides to each student, free of charge, an electronic mail account ( username@uncfsu.edu
) that is easily accessible via the Internet. The university has established
FSU email as the primary mode of correspondence between university officials and enrolled students. Inquiries and requests from students pertaining to academic records, grades, bills, financial aid, and other matters of a confidential nature must be submitted via FSU email. Inquiries or requests from personal email accounts are not assured a response.
The university maintains open-use computer laboratories throughout the campus that can be used to access electronic mail.
Rules and regulations governing the use of FSU email may be found at http://www.uncfsu.edu/PDFs/EmailPolicyFinal.pdf
II.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
An in-depth study of painting theories, methods and techniques with special emphasis on the elements and fundamental principles of painting, to broaden the students’ vocabulary, technical skills and applied thinking within and between the disciplines of painting. It encourages incorporating instruction in business or scholarly practices, and individual investigation into the nature of the creative process.
Prerequisite: ART 121 Intro to Painting, Art 210 Survey of Art, Art 331.01 Color
Theory
RECOMMENDED TEXTBOOK:
The Complete Guide to Drawing and Painting
. Reader’s Digest, Penguin/Putnam Inc.
III.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
This course is designed for advanced painting students to utilize the methods of painting learned in other prerequisite painting courses, to further their study of the visual arts, art history, methods of painting and other art making concepts. Students will continue to explore the field of painting as a means of communication, image making and creative expression. Throughout the semester students will independently under the direction of the instructor, explore, process, and examine techniques in studio painting. A fundamental knowledge of construction, presentation, brush techniques, color theory, and basic compositional principles as they pursue their individual interests in painting as established by a signed contractual agreement.

This course is designed to:
1.
To further understand the nature of traditional painting techniques, contemporary painting, and the development of painting throughout civilization.
2.
Continue to gain an understanding of the significant contributions by artists and the developments of painting movements. To research artists that provide influences and direction in their work.
3.
Research the nature of subjective and objective painting, historically as well as the modern world.
4.
Continue self-analysis, evaluation of your work while engaged in problem solving, research, exploration and image making.
5.
Articulate intelligently about personal and universal themes, art vocabulary, important subject matter related to the painting medium.
6.
To continue to master the skills necessary for proper canvas construction, tool usage, maintenance and paint application methods.
7.
Actively support, assist and participate in exhibition activities outside the classroom.
8.
Practice a regime of studio discipline related to time on task, regular attendance, responsibility and concentration for continuity in painting.
9.
Discover or rediscover the creative impetus of oneself and all individuals as valued and useful to society, community, family, and oneself.
10.
Students will need to apply all of the above ( 1 - 9 ) in defense their critical thinking position as it pertains to their work, in the group and final critiques.
The following National Standards and North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Curriculum for Arts Education Visual Arts and N. C. A. T. E . standards are integrated throughout the focus and subject matter of this course.
NCDPI – Goal 1: As a result of visual arts study, the student will develop critical and creative thinking skills and perceptual awareness necessary for understanding and producing art.
NS 1 & NCDPI – Goal 2: As a result of visual arts study, the student will develop skills necessary for understanding and applying media, techniques, and processes.
NS 2 & NCDPI – Goal 3: As a result of visual arts study, the student will organize the components of a work into a cohesive whole through knowledge of organizational principles of design and art elements.
NS 3 & NCDPI – Goal 4: As a result of visual arts study, the student will chose and evaluate a range of subject matter and ideas to communicate intended meaning in artworks.
NS 4 & NCDPI – Goal 5: As a result of visual arts study, the student will understand the visual arts in relation to history and cultures.
NS 5 & NCDPI – Goal 6: As a result of visual arts study, the student will reflect upon and assess the characteristics and merits of their work and the work of others.
NS 6 . & NCDPI – Goal 7: As a result of visual arts study, the student will perceive connections between visual arts and other disciplines.

NCSPI- Goal 8: As a result of visual arts study, the student will develop an awareness of art as an avocation and profession.
N.C.A.T.E.- 3l3 The ability to analyze a work of visual art and/or a performance for its qualitative attributes.
IV.
COURSE COMPETENCIES
Upon the successful completion of this course, students shall:
1.
Demonstrated individual creativity, inventive visualization and continuity in style and painting techniques vs. eclectic in totality or replication.
(Course Objectives: 1., 9.) (NCDPI: Goals/Objectives 1, 3, 4. 8)
2.
Mastered the transfer and application of design principles and drawing methods in the experimentation and manipulation to the visual plane.
(Course Objectives: 2., 6.) (NCDPI: Goals/Objectives: 1, 2, 3, 4, 7)
3.
Demonstrated a knowledge of surface treatment, brush techniques, color theory, as well as a direct and indirect approach to painting.
(Course Objectives: 3.,4.,6.) (NCDPI: Goals/Objectives: 1, 2, 3)
4.
Utilized and experimented with a variety of tools, pigments, media, and application techniques throughout the course.
(Course Objectives: 4., 6., 8.,9.) ( NCDPI: Goals/Objectives: 1, 4)
5.
Become familiar with compositional construction, and translation of life studies to the canvas.
(Course Objectives: 1., 2., 3., 4., 8.) (NCDPI: Goals/Objectives: 1, 2, 4, 7)
6.
Gained a fundamental knowledge of the painter’s tools, mediums, canvas construction, and the maintenance thereof.
(Course Objectives: 1., 4., 6., 8.) (NCDPI: Goals/Objectives: 1, 2, 7)
7.
Constructed, stretched, and primed a minimum a minimum of two canvases for completion in the class.
(Course Objectives: 1., 4., 6., 8.) (NCDPI: Goals/Objectives: 1, 2, 7)
8.
Actively engaged and participated in exhibition, classroom/faculty critique, and field trip activities.
(Course Objectives: 1., 4., 5., 7., 8., 9.) (NCDPI: Goals/Objectives: 1,5, 6, 7, 8)
9.
Successfully completed a minimum of five painted projects for evaluation in this course. Furthermore, three completed paintings must be framed and submitted ready to hang.
(Course Objectives: 6., 7., 8., 9.) (NCDPI: Goals/Objectives: 1, 2, 4, 8)
10.
Maintain a written journal/sketchbook of entries, sketches and ideas related to all video, slides, web sites, lists, or other resources presented during this class.
(Course Objectives: 1., 2., 3., 8., 9.) (NCDPI: Goals/Objectives: 1, 4, 7, 8)
11.
Assembled the minimum tools, materials, pigment, brushes, mediums, color wheel, etc. necessary to effectively practice the painting craft.
(Course Objectives: 3., 4., 5., 7., 8.) (NCDPI: Goals/Objectives: 1, 2, 7, 8)
V.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
A.
Grade Distribution
Assignments/ Research/projects:
CRITIQUE SESSIONS
40 %
25%

Attendance: ______35%
TOTAL 100 %
1.
Student works will be formally and individually critiqued during designated laboratory studio hours. Deadlines will be set and announced corresponding to each assignment, project and critique, or contractual agreement established by the student and instructor. All students are expected to comply with the course deadlines.
2.
The overall final grade is strongly based on the continuous improvement throughout the length of the course, the ability to meet deadlines, and studio performance
(attendance) . .
3.
The end product should demonstrate evidence of a strong composition, technical execution, good presentation and inventiveness. A high degree of quality in the final execution is a primary factor in attaining an ideal grade.
4.
If a student is absent from class for any reason, he or she is still responsible for all classroom activities and assignments during the time absent and must be made up as soon as possible.
5.
There is no make-up possible for any missed critique, 10 points will be automatically subtracted for any student not attending a scheduled critique, unless there is a vital emergency. A vital emergency suggests an emergency or similar serious situation.
B.
Grading Scale
92 - 100 = A
83 - 91= B
73 - 82 = C
64 - 72 = D
Below 63 = F
VI.
COURSE OUTLINE WITH ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE
(see attached)
VII.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Each student is required to produce a minimum of
1.
Completion of eight or more painted works on either, canvas, paper, board, etc.
2.
Completion of five preliminary paint studies on paper.
4. One journal/sketchbook, maintaining ideas, lists, and references.
5. Two completed works must be framed and submitted ready for exhibition.
MATERIALS
The student is required to provide the following in order to successfully complete the course:
1. Students will indicate their preferred medium of painting at the beginning of the term. They may change during the semester.
2. Tool box or utility container for carrying brushes, spatulas, palette, etc.
3.
Journals or sketchbooks should be maintained at all times for ideas and observations.
4.
Appropriate painting attire, shirt, or apron.
The student is required to participate in the following:
1.
Three class critiques and discussions.

2.
Exhibition activities outside the classroom
3.
Visitations to local museum, art events, and galleries.
5. CLEAN UP OF THE STUDIO AND SINK AREA.
6.
Do not waste time idly. Be productive and alert. BE PROMPT.
7.
Demonstrate self-respect for one’s own work and the work of others and student work areas.
8.
Appreciate freedom; use it constructively and shoulder responsibility.
9.
Work with enthusiasm, interest and develop self-confidence.
10.
This course is ONLY for registered students,
The assigned projects and research in this course are designed to continue a student’s conceptual as well as technical understanding as part of the creative process. Working outside the studio areas must have approval of the instructor. Critiques are a valuable part of the learning process.
Therefore, students must follow their submitted plan for their work, and critiques will take place during designated studio hours. Any assignment completed entirely outside the studio must have the approval of the instructor or it is not acceptable and will be rejected.
All assignments or projects generally follow a sequence of three basic stages or developments:
1.
Research and Exploration,
2.
Preliminary studies-prototypes-drafts
3.
Initial Execution- Revision-Final Execution
4.
Presentation of research
5.
Critique and Evaluation.
ATTENDANCE - Class attendance is required for all students enrolled in courses at the 100 and
200 levels. Class absences will be excused only when valid documentation is provided for participation in university sponsored activities, serious illness, and family emergencies. All absences will require documentation. Students must notify instructors, in advance when possible, of the reasons for class absences. When students fail to explain class absences, those absences are unexcused. Three unexcused absences and three excused absences is the permitted policy by the University governing participation.
PUNCTUALITY – Students enrolled in courses….are required to arrive at teach class meeting on time and remain in class until dismissed by the instructor or the end of class.
CONSEQUENCES- During the first eleven weeks of the semester, students enrolled in course will be assigned a WN (withdrawal due to nonattendance) grade or a warning when:
1.
3 days of class without giving prior notification to the instructor or unexcused absences.
2.
3 unexcused and 3 excused class absences exceed ten (10%) percent of the total contact hours scheduled for the class for the semester.
Students who exceed the permitted number of absences after the 11 th week of the semester will be assigned the appropriate letter grade in accordance with the evaluation criteria included in the course syllabus.
VIII.
TEACHING STRATEGIES

1.
Instruction is presented in a lecture-demonstration format, utilizing traditional and experimental problem solving assignments.
2.
The presentation of slide, audiovisuals, guides, and internet resource will be suggested throughout the course to supplement content.
3.
Students will be encouraged to actively participate and explore local visual art galleries, museums and events.
IX.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
1.
Bazzi, Maria, The Artists Methods and Materials. New York, Pitman Publishing.
2.
Chieffo, Clifford. The Contemporary Oil Painters Handbook. Englewood Cliffs, N.J.,
Prentice-Hall, Inc.
3.
Goldstein, Nathan. Painting: Visual and Technical Fundamentals. Englewood Cliffs, N.J.
Prentice-Hall, Inc.
4.
Itten, Johanes. The Art of Color. New York, N.Y., Van Nostrand Reinhold Company.
5.
Jensen, Lawrence N., Synthetic Painting Media. Englewood Cliffs, N.J., Prentice-Hall, Inc.
6.
Mayer, Ralph. The Artists Handbook of Materials and Techniques. New York, N.Y., The
Viking Press.
7.
Mendelowitz, Daniel. A Guide to Drawing, Fort Worth, Texas, Hold, Rinehart and Winston,
Inc.
8.
Pomerantz, Louis. Is Your Contemporary Painting More Temporary Than You Think ? Vital
Technical Information for the Present Day Artist, Chicago, Illinois, International Book
Company.
9.
Smith, Ray. The Artist’s Handbook. New York, N.Y., Alfred A. Knopf, Inc.
10.
Smith, Stan. How to Draw and Paint. Hong Kong: Chartwell Book, Inc.