Drawing and Painting 1

Drawing 1 is designed to instill a strong basic vocabulary of techniques, terms, and materials. Line, value, perspective, and form are explored through observational drawings and in the first half of the course a wide variety of dry art media are explored. The emphasis of this course is to build skill competency while promoting individual growth and creativity.

Painting 1 gives students an introduction to painting materials and techniques. From mixing paints to applying brush strokes and brush care students will learn the essential skills necessary to paint while exploring art styles, cultures, and historical movements. 

Supplies

• Sketchbook (video here)
  • ​nothing smaller than 8"x5" no larger than 9"x12".
  • Sketchbook should NOT say "SKETCH/60 LB. Paper". That paper is too light. Look for "DRAWING/70 LB. Paper" or "MIXED MEDIA/90 LB.+ Paper". 
    • Spiral Bound is good
    • Perfect Bind is good
    • NO NO NO TAPE BOUND (the pages fall out)
• drawing pencils (at least 4 different hardnesses)
  • ​For example: 2H, HB, 2B, 4B or 3H, HB, 4B, 6B
  • Sets are not required, but could be split between 2 students. 
  • this is a GREAT SET! 
  • Individual Pencils are an option. These are sold at Michael's or Rochester Art Supply. 
• kneaded eraser
  • ​Faber Castell
  • Prismacolor
  • General's