Landscape of the Model

Course Number: ARTS0550

Please note: This course is not suitable for beginners. It is an intermediate/advanced level art class for which previous drawing and painting experience is required.
This course was influenced by the American artist/teacher Jim Dine, and offers a unique, in-depth exploration of one model and one work surface. The discipline of examining one subject over a sustained period, enhances an understanding of the exterior and prods the imagination to reveal interior possibilities. In response to the observations, you are guided in the methods of mixing media - combining and juxtaposing in sequence: dry, water based, acrylic and/or oil materials. Each day you will work to build up your graphic and/or paint surface, then work at reduction and simplification. Weather permiting 1st day we'll be working outdoors with a model. Emphasis is placed upon work process and the evaluation of the image. Special attention is directed toward finding and losing definition, developing sensitivity to marks, varying edges, building up surface, challenging your visual memory, and developing a personal touch. At the end of each day the image can be toned down by scraping or applying a semi-transparent wash, muting the day's accumulated detail. The course is accompanied by slide presentations with commentaries as well as individual and group constructive critical discussions. To help the instructor intuit individual technical needs and help you advance your personal work process, examples of successful and unsuccessful works (unframed, photo or slides) should be brought to the first class.

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