Central Methodist University
AR130-A – Studio Painting
Spring 2019
Prof. Ann Shockley Schafer
aschafer@centralmethodist.edu
Course will offer instruction in watercolor painting. The course includes components of art history and theory. Fulfills the Fine Arts requirement. No prerequisites.
Meeting time/place: T/R 8:30-9:45/ TBerry 302
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- Seeking knowledge, truth, and wisdom;
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- Living lives of service and leadership; and
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Students are responsible for purchasing supplies. These individual supplies are preordered and will be bundled and available for purchase at the campus bookstore. Some bulk supplies will be on hand in the classroom.
The successful art student will:
1. Be introduced to the fundamental processes of visual perception and aesthetic expression.
2. Understand and incorporate the elements and principles of art and design into watercolor paintings.
3. Master basic watercolor techniques.
4. Develop confidence in using watercolor as a primary medium of artistic expression.
5. Develop an understanding of the historical, cultural, and social contexts of the arts.
6. Articulate aesthetic responses to works of art.
Grading % Breakdown
90-100A
80-89 B
70 –79 C
60–69 D
59 and below-F
During every class session, you will have the opportunity to learn new information and develop important skills. You are developing professional habits by being prompt and prepared for each class period. It should be your goal to gain knowledge each time we meet for class. Each of you has unique contributions to make to the class and should endeavor to add to the discussion whenever appropriate.
Because your participation in class is vital to your success, you are expected to attend every class session. The fourth absence will result in the reduction of your course grade by 15%. The fifth absence garners a 30% deduction. The sixth absence will result in lowering the grade by 45%, which means failing the class.
The only excused absences are for official university activities for which the instructor is notified in advance by the student and the faculty sponsor. All other absences will count toward your total number. Two tardies constitute an absence.
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- Grade of zero on the individual assignment.
- Grade of F in the class.
- Dismissal from the class.
- A notation of academic misconduct on your transcript.
The Dean of the University may take additional action, including probation, suspension, or expulsion from the college.