ART100A

Identify and apply 2-d design principles and compositional devices.

Gain exposure to a wide variety of 2 and 3-dimensional media, identify and apply basic vocabulary and demonstrate good craftsmanship practices associated with these processes.

Discover and experiment with rationales for visualization, self-expression and how form relates to content and gain a rudimentary understanding of the role that concept plays in art making.

Acquire the ability to observe and identify physical and visual attributes of objects and replicate those attributes using various kinds of art media (drawing or painting from observation)

Develop through group activities and written assignments the ability to formulate, articulate, and defend your opinions regarding the analysis of artwork.

Gain exposure to some art historical movements and an awareness of some of the issues facing contemporary artists.

Gain an understanding of why art has been created through all of human existence as based on peoples religious, political, social, and artistic values and beliefs.