Art 101: Drawing
Walla Walla Community College
Fall, 2009
INSTRUCTOR:
EMAIL:
OFFICE:
OFFICE PHONE:
SCHEDULE:
Ms. Harris
elizabeth.harris @wwcc.edu
#116 B, Art studio 116
(509) 527-4651(office)
Mon-Wed.-Fri, 10:30-12:20
"Do not fail, as you go on, to draw something every day,
for no matter how little it is, it will be well worthwhile,
and it will do you a world of good."
~ Cennino Cennini (1370-1440)
COURSE CATALOG DESCRIPTION:
This introductory course explores the basic techniques of drawing using a variety of media such
as charcoal, graphite, pen and ink, oil pastel and mixed media. Appreciation and study of
drawings by major artists are also included. Daily assignments and lab hours required. Materials
purchased by students.
ABILITIES THIS COURSE OFFERS YOU UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION:
 Familiarity with basic drawing tools and materials
 Understanding and use of the various elements and principles of design
 Acquisition of skills necessary for good drawing composition
 Increased confidence in orally evaluating drawings in critique
 Ability to receive, extract and infer meaning from various works of art
SUGGESTIONS FOR SUCCESS:
 Participate in studio/class discussions.
 Arrive on time. If you arrive late please consider the learning environment for others
around you.
 Attendance is mandatory. Although you will be given 3 absences this term to use at your
discretion, you are responsible for class material covered during your absence.
Exceptions are for serious illness. Consistent class attendance is the best way to be
successful. Research bears this out. Please make an appointment with me after class (not
at the beginning of class) if you need information about missing assignments.
 Please take phone calls outside of the classroom if the call is urgent, otherwise, cell
phones off.
 Please do not use your laptop during this class unless you have my permission.
 Late assignments will be given reduced points.
 Be a good communicator. My office phone: 527-4651 for messages. My office is located
in room 116 (Design studio). My email: elizabeth.harris@wwcc.edu
Art 101, Drawing
Fall, 2009
TYPE OF INSTRUCTION USED:
Lecture and demonstrations, critiques, peer discussion, digital visual images, art reference
readings, library resources, occasional DVD clips, gallery visit.
WAYS IN WHICH LEARNING IS EVALUATED:
Grades are determined by points earned from completed weekly assignments, attendance,
participation in critiques, instructor critiques and self evaluation.
Percentages/Grading Scale:
A 400-372
A- 371-360
B+ 359-352
B 351-332
B- 331-320
C+ 319-312
C 311-292
C- 291-280
D+ 279-272
D 271-252
D- 251-240
F 239 and below
A 100-93%
A- 92-90 %
B+ 89-88 %
B 87-83 %
B- 82-80 %
C+ 79-78 %
C 77-73 %
C- 72-70 %
D+ 69-68 %
D 67-63 %
D- 62-60 %
Attendance… 90 (3 points/2hr. class)
Critiques
60
F 59 % and below
GalleryPresentation
50
Portfolio
200 (finished, critiqued assignments presented at week 10)
____
400
NOTE:
If you have a disability and would like to request accommodations, please see instructor after
class or contact Claudia Angus, Coordinator of Disability Support Services in the Student
Development Center, 527-4262, Claudia.angus@wwcc.edu.
Art 101: Drawing
Fall, 2009