ART 140 * BEGINNING 2-D DESIGN * SPRING 2015 Course Syllabus, 3 units; Dr. Lynette K. Henderson Lynette.henderson@csun.edu. For hard-copy Mailbox in Room 110; open 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.. My office ext: 818-677-2363 (Do not leave messages on office phone; Email messages are preferred.) My office location: Room AC210 or 211. Office Hours: MONDAYS, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm; TUESDAYS, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm., also by appointment. Catalog Description Introduction to the 2-dimensional elements of art and principles of design that are the language of the visual arts. Foundation course stressing visual perception and an effective knowledge of the graphic means of expression and communication. Course Description Detail Production, analysis and discussion of 2D images and compositions incorporate artistic perception, creative expression, historical and cultural context, aesthetic valuing and connections, relationships and applications. Course activities and objectives align with the goals for General Education in the area of Arts and Humanities. Art Department Program Goals Addressed in This Course

• Basic Skills: Developing a foundation of art knowledge, theories, skills, craftspersonship and technologies, where ideas and concepts are communicated in writing, speaking and art making.

• Art Knowledge: Broadening knowledge of ancient through contemporary art and to develop an understanding of art within theoretical, cultural, and historical contexts.

• Critical Thinking: Analyzing, interpreting, and questioning traditional methodologies and pre-conceived notions of art and art making through the process of generating and solving problems.

• Global Perspectives: Promoting an appreciation and tolerance of diverse perspectives dealing with art, culture, teaching and learning.

Course Student Learning Outcomes

• Explore and utilize various two-dimensional art media and techniques, using the Elements and Principles of design.

• Acquire conceptual knowledge of art, accurately define and utilize the formal vocabulary (elements of art and principles of design) of the visual arts to analyze works of art.

• Explore and utilize methods for visual problem-solving, acquire and demonstrate conceptual knowledge of a diversity of 2-D forms, purposes, media, and functions of art as they respond to, analyze, interpret and critique their own and others’ artworks.

• Acquire and demonstrate conceptual knowledge of 2-D art in cultural context, including the visual nature of contemporary culture, fine art and design, world arts, the history and diversity of art in societies past and present.

GE Student Learning Outcomes addressed in this course. Goal: Students will understand the rich history and diversity of human knowledge, discourse and achievements of their own and other cultures as they are expressed in the arts, literatures, religions and philosophy. 1. Explain and reflect critically upon the human search for meaning, values, discourse and expression in one or more eras/stylistic periods or cultures;

2 2. Analyze, interpret and reflect critically upon ideas of value, meaning, discourse and expression from a variety of perspectives from the arts and/or humanities; 3. Produce works/works of art that communicate to a diverse audience through a demonstrated understanding and fluency of forms; 4. Demonstrate ability to engage and reflect upon their intellectual and creative development within the arts and humanities; 5. Use appropriate critical vocabulary to describe and analyze works of artistic expression, literature, philosophy or religion and a comprehension of the historical context within which a body of work was created or a tradition emerged; General Course Activities The four primary activities in this course are:

Art production in a variety of media, inspired by research, themes, artists and artwork. Readings as assigned, including periodic evaluative exercises, such as quizzes, essay and discussion

questions. Research and Writing related to:

Content for artworks. Analysis of own and others’ artworks. Photo references and documentation. Gallery/museum visits.

NOTE: Changes in content or activities may occur at instructor’s discretion based on class and project needs, scheduling or other circumstances. SUCH CHANGES WILL NOT AFFECT COURSE POLICIES. Assessment and Evaluation

Grades are not based on effort but on results. If you are not clear on what the results should look like, you must ask questions.

NOTE THAT PRACTICE PRIOR TO ACHIEVING MASTERY IS TYPICAL AND TO BE EXPECTED; instructor will expect students to work/rework assignments and projects until criteria are achieved, before turning in for grading.

Assignment Grades: Grades will be in the form of points for each project or assignment. For example, a project or assignment may be worth 10 points, you will see a grade like this on your work: 9/10, which means you received 9 points out of 10, or you may see fractions such as 9.25/10. These are synonymous with letter grades, which are divided into the traditional percentages of 90%+ as A range, 80%+ as B range, 70%+ as C range, 60%+ as D range, 50% or below is the F range. A brief explanation of your grade points will be provided per project or assignment, based on project criteria.

Semester Grade: 30% Writing (15%) /Quizzes (15%), 70% Art Production; (see schedule of activities

for details). Semester grades are affected by “Other Considerations” as outlined below.

Objectives as stated by professor for each assignment and project will be criteria for evaluation, including four general achievement ranges:

Does not meet criteria (below average, F to D+); Meets criteria (average, C- to C+); Above average to good (above average, B- to B+); Very good to outstanding: (A- to A+). Ask instructor for examples of how to achieve any desired level for each assignment.

3 Other considerations for grading include: attendance, participation, professional attitude (see

below). Attendance From the CSUN 2014-2015 catalog: A-4. Attendance (Class Attendance): http://www.csun.edu/catalog/policies/attendance-class-attendance/.

Students are expected to attend all class meetings. Students who are absent from the first two meetings of a class that meets more than once a week or from the first meeting of a class that meets once a week lose the right to remain on the class roll and must formally withdraw from the class, following University procedures and deadlines. Failure to formally withdraw from a class will result in the instructor assigning to the student a grade of “WU” (Unauthorized Withdrawal), which, in computing a student’s GPA, counts as a grade of “F.”

In a compressed term or session of fewer than 15 weeks, the rule applies if the first class meeting is missed. An instructor may allow a student to continue in the class if the student notified the instructor that the absence would be temporary. If no instructor was assigned to the course in advance, students must notify the Department Chair that their absence from the class will be temporary.

Specific to this Art 140: Any absence after the first free absence causes lost grade points; after two unexcused absences grade may be dropped one letter grade (half letter grade for one). Being late to class (5 minutes or more) is not acceptable: three lates = 1 absence; the same policy applies for leaving class early unexcused. Reasons for absences must be in writing within one week of return to class (such as a doctor’s signed note or other official paperwork, such as jury duty notice, car tow or service receipt – must reflect date of absence). Students are responsible for contacting instructor regarding absences, expected late arrivals to class or need to leave class early; no contact with instructor is interpreted as unexcused. **No more than 3 tardies/early-outs, and two unexcused absences may be made up per semester; make-up time and method is ONLY per agreement with instructor.

THE FOLLOWING ARE EXAMPLES OF (BUT NOT LIMITED TO) NON-ACCEPTABLE EXCUSES: 1. Not finding a parking space. 2. Employment obligations. 3. Other classes. 4. Dog (or other pet) ate my homework. 5. Someone is getting married. 6. Planned a vacation to Hawaii (or elsewhere). 7. Weather: it’s too hot, too cold, or it rained. 8. Sorority, fraternity or club commitments. 8. Any social event excluding funeral, major illness, or critical caregiver obligations. ACCEPTABLE EXCUSE examples: receipt from clinic visit, note from doctor with signature and date, receipt for car service w/date and time, funeral announcements, any other type of signed documentation regarding time, date and unavoidable reason for absence.

*Email contact that you will not be in class, while helpful, does not necessarily constitute a viable excuse. Participation Participation in the form of artwork, reading, writing, individual, large and small-group activities is important to getting the most out of this course. Discussion and questions generated by students is important to learning for

4 everyone, provided the issues are relevant to the activities and topics of the course. The CSUN Code of Conduct is available to view here: http://catalog.csun.edu/policies_/student-conduct-code/. Classroom environment: Teaching and learning is an emotional experience as much as it is cognitive. The instructor and class members enter into relationship during the course of a semester, therefore it is important to be aware how your moods and behavior affects your learning and that of your classmates, as well as instruction to the group.

• Respect the individual rights, uniqueness, diversity and opinions of all class members as well as those of the instructor; if you don’t already have it, cultivate politeness when addressing others.

• Listen with an open mind to the ideas and opinions of others. Remember that listening to many different points of view, no matter how different or controversial, by contrast allows you to understand your own views better.

• Actively listen, join in, and participate in classroom activities and discussions, without dominating. • Take ownership of your thoughts, comments and actions. • Help maintain this classroom as a safe place to learn, explore and grow.

Note: Disruption of instruction to the group will not be tolerated; individuals may be asked to step out during class for conversation about behavior issues, or in extreme cases, asked to leave class for the day. Further action may result in consultation with the Art Dept. administration and/or the Dean of Student Affairs for assistance with disciplinary policies and procedures.

Professional Attitude and Practice You have made a conscious, informed choice to be a member of this class. This means that you have read the syllabus, and understand the workload required. Be aware that on average, you should spend between 2-3 hours on your own (reading, studying, making notes, working on assignments, etc.) for every hour that you are in class, dependent on the particular week. Some weeks will be heavier than others. Enrollment in this course constitutes an agreement with me that we will both be engaged in all criteria and requirements as stated in this syllabus and in class, including class environment and communications with each other. Developing a professional attitude and practices for future professional environments is important; part of that development is respect for yourself and your personal learning, as well as respect for the instruction and learning of other students in the classes in which you agree to be a member. Ideally, a classroom is a community where members meet and participate for their own and others’ benefit. The more you put into it, the more you will get out of it, and the more investment you will have in what happens in the classroom. The following is a detailed list of the standards for professional practice as a student, future or current self-employed professional, and/or employee for any company:

• Coming to class prepared. • Maintaining a cheerful, professional, constructive attitude. • Substantively and positively contributing to group and class dynamics. • Participating enthusiastically in whole class activities, small group activities, and collegial

presentations. • Offers relevant, insightful, and constructive comments during class, but does not dominate

discussions.

5 All Cell Phones Must Be Off or Silent During Class! No text messaging, no internet browsing, video-gaming, working on homework or projects for other classes. If you have an emergency and need to access your messages or place a call during class, please inform instructor in advance. Other electronic devices: a laptop or tablet is okay to use in class, for purposes of taking notes, referencing researched images, or other project-related work. A smartphone may be used for information and image searches with permission from instructor. Late Work Work is due on due date unless otherwise agreed upon in advance with instructor. If no agreement has been reached, for every day that assignment or project is late, grade may be dropped ½ the acquired points. Revised Work Only selected (by instructor) assignments and projects may be revised following the date graded work is returned to students; credit for revisions is for completed sections only. Incomplete work will not be accepted for post-grade revisions unless authorized by instructor. Revision allowances change per semester.

Launching the Imagination: A Comprehensive Guide to Basic Design, by Mary Stewart, 5th or 4th edition.

*Note: You MUST have access to a copy of the textbook within the first two weeks of school. New, used, and rental are available. A variety these textbooks are also on reserve all semester in the library under instructor’s name and course number.

The following are required supplies. Continental Art Supplies – supplies ordered for you here (items separate, not in a kit) on Reseda south of Sherman Way, west side of street. Note the Gray Scale paper is only available here (you can order online if preferred, but price is about the same). Some other locations in Northridge for supplies are: CSUN Bookstore – on campus; Michael’s – 18030 Chatsworth St. [Reseda north to Chatsworth, right on Chatsworth – 40% off coupon every Sunday in paper]; Aaron Brothers Art & Framing (higher $$ usually) – on Reseda south of Devonshire, west side of street. ALL SUPPLIES NEEDED WITHIN FIRST 2 WEEKS OF SCHOOL, EXCEPT PORTFOLIO ITEMS.

8.5 x 11 Notebook with lined paper for notetaking, and folder for handouts. Artist Pocket Color Wheel, small – must include primaries (red, yellow and blue), secondaries and

tertiaries for painting; (NO cyan and magenta). Example - http://www.dickblick.com/products/artists-color-wheel/.

Required Materials and Supplies

Required Texts

6 Pink Pearl Eraser. Pencil Sharpener. 1 - 2B graphite pencil (non-mechanical) 9”x12” Strathmore Gray Scale pad; ordered for you at Continental Art Supply see pic > Small Glue Stick (UHU or similar) Sharp scissors, 1 pair. X-acto knife, #1 knife, #11 blade, see pic > 1 roll ¾ or 1” masking tape. Ruler w/inches, 12”. 3-RING BINDER W/PLASTIC SLEEVES FOR FINAL PORTFOLIO, Clean! Box with handle or other portable container for paints, brushes, pencils, pens and other miscellaneous

materials. Highly recommended digital or other camera (high resolution), to document processes and projects. NOTE that Printing, Scanning and Photocopying from Web or other sources WILL BE utilized for many

projects.

• Students may need to purchase more of some materials if use is heavier than anticipated. Students may supplement with additional supplies dependent on particular projects, but must have at least the above list.

• NOTE THAT PRACTICE PRIOR TO ACHIEVING MASTERY IS TYPICAL AND TO BE EXPECTED; instructor will expect students to work/rework assignments and projects until criteria are achieved, prior to submission for grading.

• Must bring notebook, tools and project materials to class every period. Text is helpful to have daily but not required in every class period.

Midterm and Final Portfolios

Midterm evaluation: midterm portfolio not required but recommended to view graded & ungraded work up-to-that-date to determine overall level of achievement and plans for improvement, if needed.

Final portfolio: Final portfolio is required and will include a list of items to be announced, and a section of completed “master” works. FORMAT for content, titles and descriptions will be provided as template – USE THE FORMAT.

**Student art projects must be retrieved prior to the start of next semester. The Department will not be held accountable for storage of student work left from previous semesters.

Special Needs Student who need accommodations with testing, course content and activities may wish to review the Center on Disabilities website for detailed information on how to register and access resources for assistance. Please see instructor as early as possible in the semester regarding special needs and accommodations. Center on Disabilities website: http://www.csun.edu/cod/.

7 Plagiarism Plagiarized work will not be accepted nor will revisions be allowed, and the matter referred to the Office of Academic Affairs.

CSUN Policy on Plagiarism From CSUN Catalog 2014-2015 website on Policies: Academic Dishonesty, found online at

http://www.csun.edu/catalog/policies/academic-dishonesty/. Visit there for full student conduct policies and other information.

Academic Dishonesty

“The maintenance of academic integrity and quality education is the responsibility of each student within this University and the CSU system. Cheating or plagiarism in connection with an academic Program at a CSU campus is listed in Section 41301, Title 5, California Code of Regulations as an offense for which a student may be expelled, suspended or given a less severe disciplinary sanction. Academic dishonesty is an especially serious offense and diminishes the quality of scholarship and defrauds those who depend on the integrity of the University’s Programs. Such dishonesty includes: …..” “Plagiarism [definition]: Intentionally or knowingly representing the words, ideas or work of another as one’s own in any academic exercise.

Direct Quotation: Every direct quotation must be identified by quotation marks, by appropriate indentation or by other means of identification and must be promptly cited in a footnote. Proper footnote style for any academic department is outlined by the “MLA Style Sheet” or K. L. Turabian’s A Manual for Writers of Term Papers, Theses and Dissertations. These and similar publications are available in the Matador Bookstore and at the reference desk of the Oviatt Library.

Paraphrase: Prompt acknowledgment is required when material from another source is paraphrased or summarized in whole or in part in your own words. To acknowledge a paraphrase properly, one might state: “to paraphrase Locke’s comment . . .’’ and conclude with a footnote identifying the exact reference. A footnote acknowledging only a directly quoted statement does not suffice to notify the reader of any preceding or succeeding paraphrased material.

Borrowed Facts or Information: Information obtained in one’s reading or research that is not common knowledge among students in the course must be acknowledged. Examples of common knowledge might include the names of leaders of prominent nations, basic scientific laws, etc.or knowingly representing the words, ideas, or work of another as one's own in any academic exercise.”

Support Services for Students

• How to do Library and Internet Research:

http://library.csun.edu/Guides/ResearchStrategies/GettingStarted . How to use the library catalog for writing, research, and a variety of other topics including how to recognize valid internet sources.

• Citation Style Guides for Writing:

http://library.csun.edu/Guides/ResearchStrategies/CitationStyleGuides . Provides guidelines and samples for referencing and citing sources.

• Learning Resource Center: http://www.csun.edu/lrc/ , 818.677.2033. The mission of the LRC is to

enable students to improve their academic performance through a variety of learning programs including workshops, one-on-one and group tutoring, Supplemental Instruction classes and

8 interactive subject area computer programs and videos. Students who use LRC learning programs will develop and strengthen their critical thinking skills, study strategies, writing skills and performance in subject matter courses.

• Academic Advisement: http://www.csun.edu/eop/ . The college-based academic advisement centers

are available to assist students in selecting courses and programs of study and in choosing or declaring a major or minor. Visit the website to locate the advising center for your major, or for undeclared majors.

• University Counseling Services: http://www.csun.edu/counseling/ , 818.677.2366. UCS provides

resources and information to assist students in dealing with a variety of large and small psychological obstacles that may interfere with academic progress and/or relationship satisfaction. Services include individual, group and crisis counseling.

• Center on Disabilities: http://www.csun.edu/cod/index.php , 818.677.2578. The Center on Disabilities

serves students with a wide range of visible and hidden disabilities, in a confidential environment. Students are encouraged to meet with the professional staff and explore the services available to support their academic, career and personal goals. Discover accommodations and strategies for help with disabilities in an academic setting.

• The Career Center http://www.csun.edu/career/ , 818.677.2878. Need some help in deciding on a

career? Or do you know your career and need to meet employers? Perhaps your resume needs some sprucing up? The Career Center offers a variety of services for students, from those new to the University to those about to graduate into the world of work.

Bibliography: Additional optional reading. Armstrong, Elizabeth. (2007). Birth of the cool: California art, design, and culture at midcentury.

Civardi, Giovanni. (2005). Drawing Hands & Feet: Form, Proportions, Gestures and Actions (The Art of

Drawing).

Duey, Brian. (2004-2008). Drawing Tutorial – How to draw Realistic Eyes;

http://www.dueysdrawings.com/eye_tutorial.html.

Excell, L… [et.al] (2011). Composition: From Snapshots to Great Shots.

Franits, Wayne. (1997). Looking at seventeenth-century Dutch art: realism reconsidered.

Grody, Steve. (2006). Graffiti L.A.: street styles and art.

Hogarth, Burne. (1996). Dynamic Figure Drawing.

Hultgren, Ken. (1993.) The Art of Animal Drawing: Construction, Action Analysis, Caricature.

Leighton Gerber, Elizabeth. (2010). LA: observing the urban-rural.

Parent, Rick ... [et al.]. (2010). Computer animation complete [electronic resource].

Sandler, Irving. (2009). Abstract expressionism and the American experience : a reevaluation.

Wong, Wucius. (1972). Principles of Two-Dimensional Design.

9 ART 140, TOPIC & ACTIVITY SCHEDULE, SPRING 2015

*Note: All project materials must be obtained before project begins. Content may change but materials will not. Weeks 1-4.

• Syllabus Quiz, Ch. 1 Quiz; Ch. 8 Quiz. • Personals – Magazine Collage – Exaggeration, shape and scale • 50-50’s (Notan I) – Black and White Cut paper – Visual weight • Notan II – Black and White Cut paper – Positive and Negative shape/space • Prep for Content Topic – student research

Weeks 4-7

• Ch. 3 quiz, pt. I & II; Ch. 4 quiz. • Gallery Report • Content Topic • Student Research – information and photos • Cut Paper – black, white & grey Notan

o Shape, Scale and Value Weeks 8-10

• Ch. 2 Quiz; Writing assignment – color analysis. • Content Topic-Student Research. • Black, white & grey Content project - Value /Shape/Balance – Asymmetry.

Geometric & Organic Shapes o White, Grey & Black - Overlap, Cropping, Scale & Proportion, composition to create a

message. o Complementary & Analogous Color; color to create meaning.

Weeks 10-13

• Drawing (or Painting) w/Color. Art History, Pop Culture or Exhibition connection. o Selection of image. o Skill-building samples: Color mixing, Texture. o Final painted composition. o Complementary Color: Shape and Space, Cropping, Text/Images

Weeks 14-15

• Final Portfolios – collection of artworks w/project descriptions mounted in 3-ring binder. QUIZZES/WRITING/ART ASSIGNMENTS Quizzes: Syllabus Quiz, Chapter 8, Chapter 1, Chapter 3 Pt. I. & II, Chapter 4, Chapter 2. – 15% total. Writing: Gallery Report, Color Analysis paper, portfolio descriptions. – 15% total. Art Assigns: Collage; B&W Pos-Neg; BW&G Notan; BW&G Content proj; Color mixing, portfolio presentation of artworks. – 70% total.