ARTS 120 — Introduction to Painting
Designed for non-visual art majors, this course is an introduction to the theories, practices, and techniques of painting with an emphasis on foundational painting concepts. Painting materials, techniques and practices of direct painting approaches called alla prima are introduced in acrylic. Working from direct observation, students are introduced to the formal visual principles emphasizing composition and color as elements of a stable pictorial space. Demonstrations, lectures and critiques support studio assignments and instruction in traditional and contemporary formats.