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Curt W Labitzke
ART 126
Seattle Campus
Studio-based class introducing students, through particular studio practice of individual instructors, to methods of visual awareness, principles of organization, and approaches to visual and conceptual observation. Relationship between art history and contemporary art practice. Artistic medium in each class varies with instructor expertise. Offered: AWSpS.
Class description
Expanded drawing techniques focusing on traditional and experimental methods to include: monoprinting by hand and using a printing press, drypoint in plexiglass using a printing press, collage, xerox transfer, drawing and painting. Students will use B/W and color in this course and will work from directed assignments focused to develope individual forms of visual expression along with personal content and meaning.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Individual and group projects and numerous in class demonstrations and discussions.
Recommended preparation
Any drawing, painting or printmaking experience is helpful but not necessary.
Any prior art history course work is helpful but not necessary.
Class assignments and grading
Assignments will be directed according to technique and will include a wide variety of subjectmatter and content driven issues.
Class participation, completeness of assignments and a willingness to try new methods and processes. A minimum of 9 hours of work outside of class per week will be necessary to successfully complete this course. Much of this time will need to be spent in the studio.
