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I.
COURSE TITLE: Advanced Water Media Painting
COURSE NUMBER: 2220
CATALOG PREFIX: FNAR
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PREREQUISITE(S): FNAR 1120 and 1121
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CREDIT HOURS: 3
LECTURE HOURS: 1
LABORATORY HOURS: 2 (2 Contact per credit)
OBSERVATION HOURS: 0
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COURSE DESCRIPTION:
An intensive and personalized course on painting problems. Use of accumulated
knowledge from previous painting experiences to develop and individual creative
painting style. A variety of subject matter will be considered. This course is a
continuation of Fine Arts 1121.
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ADOPTED TEXT(S):
None
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COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this course, the student will have:
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Exhibited a refined knowledge of conceptual skills and techniques learned in previous
painting courses.
Exhibited in-depth knowledge of the painting techniques related to water media
applications.
Studied the works of the Old Masters and contemporary artist to assist in the
development of sound painting skills.
Refined the basic transparent water media application techniques.
Lead peer discussion describing the sequential steps involved in the painting process.
Participated in discussion at critique sessions exhibiting an advanced use of
vocabulary relevant to this course.
Completed all required research projects using the learning resources center and the
World Wide Web.
Provided evidence of knowledge gathered from research.
Completed the required number of projects by the end of the term.
Participated in group discussions and critiques.
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VII.
COURSE METHODOLOGY:
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Pre and post evaluation of skills relative to water media techniques and color theory
Evaluation of skills building practice activities
Instructor demonstrations of painting techniques
Observation of audiovisual topics related to course content
Evaluation of sketchbook and journal
Written test relating to course content
Web site and periodical reviews of current topics relating to painting styles and
techniques
Instructor and peer reviews of completed works of art
VIII. GRADING:
Grading follows the policy stated in the SSCC catalog.
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A = 90 – 100
B = 80 – 89
C = 70 – 79
D = 60 – 69
F = 0 – 59
COURSE OUTLINE:
Week 1:
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Course introduction and overview
Project I “Painting Featuring the Wet Into Wet Technique”
 Demonstration and discussion of selected example of expected outcomes
 Research resource material
 Sketchbook
 Journal
Week 2:
o Lecture demonstration and project I lab
 Demonstration flat wash and glazing applications
o Project I lab
Week 3:
o Project II “Painting the Still Life in the Glazing Technique”
 Demonstration and discussion of selected examples of expected outcomes
 Research resource material
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Sketchbook
Journal
Week 4:
o Review, Presentation, Lecture Demonstration
 Lecture demonstration
 Painting styles
 Content
 Concepts and inventory
 Preparing painting for presentation
o Critique Project I & II
 Matted paintings
 Sketchbook
 Research
Week 5:
o Project III “Painting Employing the Dry Brush Technique”
 Lecture demonstration and discussion of selected examples
 Sketchbook
 Research
o Project III Lab
Week 6:
o Project III Lab
 Review
 Select mating for project III
o Lecture demonstration TBA based on student request for assistance related to
project III
o Lab Project III
 Research resource material
 Sketchbook
 Journal
Week 7:
o Lab Project III
o Lab Project III
 Presentation
Week 8:
o Review for Mid-term Critique
 Presentation
o Mid-term critique
 Project I, II, and III
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Research resource material
Sketchbook
Journal
Week 9:
o Project IV “Mixed Media with Subjective Content”
 Lecture demonstration and discussion of selected examples
 Analyses of works of the old masters and contemporary artists
o Lab Project IV
 Research resource material
 Sketchbook
 Journal
Week 10:
o Lab Project IV
o Review and Presentation
Week 11:
o Critique Project IV
o Project V “Student Choice”
 Lecture Demonstration and discussion of selected exsamples
 Content and Style
 Subjective Verses Objective
 Conceptual Painting
 Abstraction Verses Realism
 Research resource material
 Sketchbook
 Journal
Week 12:
o Project V Lab
o Project V Lab
Week 13:
o Review and Presentation
o Evaluation
 Research resource material
 Sketchbook
 Journal
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Week 14:
o Project VI “Independent Study “
 Demonstration based on student request
 Discussion of selected examples
o Critique Project V
 Final critique of all
 Research resource material
 Sketchbook
 Journal
Week 15:
o Lab Project V & VI
o Lab Project V & VI
 Presentation
 Review
Week 16:
o Final Critique
 Compressive evaluation and critique
All finished projects
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OTHER REQUIRED TEXTS, SOFTWARE, AND MATERIALS:
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The student will complete a research project from a list of topics attached to the
syllabus. The format of the research project at the discretion of the instructor.(See
instructor’s examples)
The student will keep a weekly sketchbook and journal containing thumbnail sketches
and research notes related to course requirements.
The student will review periodicals, and web resources relative to the media used in
this course. Written reviews will be included in the student’s journal or sketchbook.
Materials needed for the completion of this course. (See attached materials list.
Material requirements are at the discretion of the instructor. Most materials are
available in the college bookstore.)
The student should attend the first class session before purchasing supplies.
EVALUATION:
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40% of the grade will be based on participation in class and attendance.
30% of the grade will be based on completion of required projects.
15% of the grade will be based on written tests, journal and research project.
15% of the grade will be based on the sketchbook.
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XII.
SPECIFIC MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS:
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The student is expected to clean up their work area and work surface after each class
session.
CAUTION some of the materials used in this course are hazardous. Read and follow
all material warning labels and safety warnings.
The student should wash their hands before eating to avoid ingestion of hazardous
materials.
Lab cleanup takes place ten minutes before the end of each session.
The student is expected to follow all instructions for proper disposal of hazardous
materials.
Class size will be limited to 18 students.
Safety
XIII. OTHER INFORMATION:
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FERPA: Students need to understand that others may see their work. Others may
see their work when being distributed, during group project work, or if chosen for
demonstration purposes and in art project critiques. The student’s grade is not a part
of this process.
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Students also need to know that there is a strong possibility that the professor will
submit their work to internet entities for the purpose of plagiarism checks.
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DISABILITIES: Students with disabilities may contact the Disabilities Service
Office, Central Campus, at 800-628-7722 or 937-393-3431.
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Cell phone: Students should turn off cell phones in class. Paramedics, fire and
medical personnel, or other special personal need requires the permission of the
instructor.
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MATERIALS LIST
FOR STUDENTS WORKING IN
TRANSPARENT WATERCOLOR PAINTING 1120, 1121, & 2220
A. TUBE WATERCOLOR: Winsor and Newton 5Ml.
REQUIRED COLORS: WINSOR NEWTON
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Permanent Alizarin Crimson
Bright Red or Cadmium Red Lt.
New Gamboge Yellow
Winsor Blue (Green Shade)
Winsor Blue (Red Shade)
French Ultramarine Blue
SUPPLEMENTARY COLORS:
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1. Burnt Sienna
2. Burnt Umber
3. Raw Sienna
4. Raw Umber
5. Yellow Ochre
6. Cerulean Blue
7. Cobalt Blue
8. Cobalt Blue Deep
9. Winsor Green (Blue Shade)
10. Winsor Green (Yellow Shade)
11. Viridian Green
12. Permanent Sap Green
13. Payne's Gray
14. Neutral Tint
15. Sepia
16. Lemon Yellow Hue
17. Transparent Yellow
18. Naples Yellow
19. Permanent Magenta
20. Winsor Yellow Deep
21. Winsor Red
22. Lamp Black
23. Permanent Rose
24. Permanent Mauve
25. Winsor Violet Dioxazine
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B. BRUSHES:
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1. 11/2
2. 1"
3. 1/4"
4. 1/8”
5. #8
6. #4
7. #12
8. #8
9. #4
10. #0
11. #0
12. 1/2"
13. 3/4"
Series 680 One Stroke, White Nylon
Series 680 One Stroke, White Nylon
Series 680 One Stroke, White Nylon
Series 680 One Stroke, White Nylon
Flat Shader Princeton Art & Brush Co.
Flat Shader Princeton Art & Brush Co.
Round Silver Black Velvet
Round Silver Black Velvet
Round Silver Black Velvet
Scepter Gold II Short Liner
Scepter Gold II Long Liner
Series 210 White Nylon Oval Wash Brush
Series 210 White Nylon Oval Wash Brush
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Arches Watercolor Paper 140LB. 22"X30" Rough or Cold Press Surface
Artists’ Watercolor Paper 140LB. 22"X30" Rough
Artists’ Watercolor Paper 140LB. 22"X30" Cold Press
Artists’ Watercolor Paper 260LB. 22"X30" Cold Press
Artists’ Watercolor Paper 260LB. 22"X30" Rough
Arches Watercolor Block 9"X12" and/ or 12"X16 Rough or Cold Press
Lanaquraell Watercolor Paper 22"X30" 300LB. Hot Press
Ratain Drawing Book (Acid Free 70 lb. 11”X14”)
CL Tracing Paper Pad (Lightweight 14”X17")
Grafix Wet Media Acetate 9"X12"
Artists’ Watercolor Pad (12”X16” 140lb. Not/Cold Press)
Hard Back Sketch Book (12”X161/2” 65 Lb.
Artists’ Watercolor Blocks (12”X16” 140 Lb. Not/Cold Press)
Artists’ Watercolor Blocks (12”X16” 140 Lb. Rough)
Kilimanjaro Watercolor Blocks (12”X16” 140 Lb. or 300 Lb.)
Kilimanjaro Watercolor Blocks (9”X12” 140 Lb. or 300 Lb.)
D. STRETCHING MATERIALS:
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Plywood Board
Staple Gun or Duck Tape
E. OTHER MATERIALS:
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John Pike Palette
Water Container (One Gal. Plastic Container)
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Paper Towel or Roll of Tissue Paper (Used for Blotting)
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Artcraft White Artist's Tape
Kneaded Eraser (Designer)
Soft Vinyl Eraser (Koh-noor)
Ink Eraser
Drawing Pencils (2-H and HB)
E-Xacto Knife #11 (Extra Pkg. 5 Blades)
Clear Ruler
View Finder
Natural Sponge
Spray Bottle
Rubber Cement Pick-up
Table Salt and or Popcorn Salt
Old Toothbrush
Scraper
Acrylic Gesso Primer (Optional) 237Ml. Pot
Colorless Art Masking Fluid 75Ml. Bottle
Scratch Knife (Nibs # 112 and 113)
Nib Holder
Studio Portfolio (Red Fiber) 23"X31”
Brush Cleaner (Bar of Soap or Liquid Soap)
Ox Gall Liquid 75Ml.
Watercolor Medium 75 Ml.
Wax Resist Sticks
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ITEMS AVAILABLE IN THE SOUTH CAMPUS BOOKSTORE
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MATERIALS LIST
ACRYLIC PAINTING TRANSPARENT TECHNIQUES
FOR STUDENTS WORKING WITH ACRYLIC
FNAR-1120, 1121, & 2220 (Werline)
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Winsor & Newton Artist Acrylic Colors: (Six required colors for mixing)
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Lemon Yellow
Azo Yellow Medium
Ultramarine Blue
Phthalo Blue (Green Shade)
Permanent Rose
Titanium White (large tube)
Winsor & Newton Artist Acrylic Colors: (Recommended additional colors)
A. Burnt Umber
B. Burnt Sienna
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C. Yellow Ochre
D. Phthalo Green (Blue Shade)
E. Permanent Alizarin Crimson
III. Winsor & Newton Artist Acrylic Colors: (Additional colors color available)
A. Naples Yellow
B. Pyrrole Red
C. Cadmium Red Light
D. Permanent Sap Green
E. Phthalo Green (Yellow Shade)
F. Cobalt Blue
G. Cobalt Blue Deep
H. Cerulean Blue
I. Raw Sienna
J. Raw Umber
K. Yellow Ochre
L. Payne’s Gray
IV. Acrylic Painting Brushes & Palette Knives for Transparent Technique (See instructor for
brush selections, requirements vary for each course.)
A. Flat Wash Winsor & Newton 680
1. 1” Flat
2. ¼” Flat
B. University Series 210:
1. Oval Wash:
a. ½”
b. ¾”
c. 1”
C. Princeton Art & Brush Company:
1. Flat Shader:
a. 4 or 8
2. Round Detail:
a. 2, 4 and 8
D. Silver Black Velvet
1. Rounds
a. 4, 8, & 12
D. Scepter Gold II Script: (artificial sable)
1. Long Liner:
a. 0, 2, or 4
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2. Short Liner:
b. 0, 2, or 4
E. Palette and Painting Knives:
1. Straight Mixing Knife
2. Assorted Painting Knives (optional)
V. Acrylic Mediums & Brush Cleaner:
A. Painting Medium:
1. Acrylic Gel Medium
2. Distilled Water
B. Brush Cleaner:
1. Brush Cleaner and Restorer
3. Brush Washer and Water Container
4. Brush Soap
VI. Painting Grounds and Related Tools:
A. Watercolor Paper (9”X12”, 12”X16” and 22”X30)
1. Kilimanjaro Watercolor Paper Cold Press
a. block 300lb or 140lb
b. 22” X 30 Sheets 300lb. or 140lb.
2. Arches Watercolor Paper
a. block cold press 300lb or140lb.
b. block rough 300lb or 140lb.
c. 22”X30 sheets 300lb or 140lb
1. cold press
2. rough
3. hot press
3. Winsor & Newton Watercolor Paper Sheets 22”X30” 260lb.
a. cold press
b. rough
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Drawing & Sketching Tools:
A. Paper:
1. Raritan Drawing Book (Acid Free 70lb. 11” X14”)
2. CL Tracing Paper (Lightweight 14”X17”)
B. Drawing Tools:
1. Drawing Pencils (HB, 2B and 6B)
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2. Artists’ Charcoal X-Soft Soft Med
3. Kneaded Eraser
4. White Vinyl Eraser
VIII. Other Tools & Materials:
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ArtBin or Tool Box
Masterson Palette (Red Lid with stay-wet sponge and paper refills)
Easel (Eden table easel)
Painters Apron
Paper Towel
Viewfinder
Cheese Cloth
Brush Case