ART 190 Mural 1 Syllabus

 

Course Syllabus:

Santa Ana College Department of Art

ART 190 Introduction to Mural Painting & Design #49716

ART 291 Intermediate to Mural Painting & Design #49719

ART 292 Advanced Mural Painting & Design 001 #49722

Meeting Days: 1:30-4:35PM T, TH/TBA 02/06/18 - 06/03/18 Room #C106 & other sites

Instructor: Darren Hostetter hostetter_darren@sac.edu

Office Hours :By Appointment Only

Course Description

This course is an introduction to the concepts and techniques

of visual perception and invention on a large scale in the

field. A directed field studies course in designing and

painting a large scale public art mural for a site specific

wall. Students will work collaboratively with the community

to create the design. Mural processes include developing

a theme through drawing, transferring design to portable

panels, painting, and post production.

An understanding and analysis of the advanced composition

problem solving the acquisition of technical skills,

and the development of a personal creative vision will be

equally emphasized within the context of the class. This is

a three-unit course with extensive hands-on experience in

class supplemented by lectures and demonstrations covering

concepts, methods, and materials.

Mural painting will bridge a gap between the various

diverse residents, artists, business owners and student

muralists creating a community rich in cultural beauty and

unity. The collaborative process of bringing people together

for the purpose of the mural will enhance a collective voice

while appreciating each other’s contributions.

This course is for the beginning through advanced student

intended to teach the fundamentals faux (fake) finishes and

mural painting. Students will learn how to execute a variety

of finishes and create murals, how to bid jobs and how to

work with a variety of materials.

Introduction to acrylic painting as a creative art form with

exposure to historical, traditional and contemporary painting

styles. Course includes principles of composition and

color theory, materials selection, tools, terminology, and

techniques. Students develop basic skills painting a variety

of subjects

Student Learning Outcomes:

1.Upon successful completion of ART 190 Mural the student

will be able to demonstrate a basic understanding and ability

to transferring a drawing to a painting surface.

2. Students will be able to work collaboratively to formulate

original ideas and concepts as well as incorporate those

of others into a unique group mural project. Collaborative

student groups are evaluated through observation.

3.Students create original mural projects that apply an

understanding of design principles. Student work will be

assessed against a department standard

Course Objectives

•To develop a voice for the community with the empowerment of

a public art mural, and to enhance the aesthetics of the community

while creating pride.

•To introduce the historical significance of murals throughout

history.

•To explore the various processes involved in creating a mural in

regards to technical sketching and painting methods.

A.Identify the tools used for various mural and faux painting

techniques.

B.(fuax painting section).Learn a variety of faux finish techniques

on 2’ x 2’ panels

C.Apply the principles of color theory and paint mixing.

D.Employ the basic techniques used in planning and executing a

mural.

E.Learn how to bid/present designs for mural proposals and how to

best navigate the process

F.Learn to work better as a team on a mural.

•Upon completion of this course students will be able to conceptualize,

visualize, and actualize an original mural project.

•Create Unified large scale visual (2-d) design with a clear

understanding of/ and be able to:

A.Utilize the design elements (line, shape, texture, value, space,

and color)

B. Utilize the design principles (unity/variety, balance, emphasis/

focal point)

C. Utilize design devices (size, placement, and rhythm)

D.Students will have a Increased understanding of art/design

history and an appreciation of art/design of

the present.

E. Familiarity with and sensitivity to the advantages and limitations

of the basic methods,materials, and techniques of design and

composition, illustration, and lettering techniques

F. The confidence to utilize the tools acquired to create large scale

innovative solutions to challenging problems

G. The ability to bring a clear verbal analysis to work presented in

the class within the

context of a class critique and verbal presentations of student/

group work

Instructional Methodologies

•Demonstrations

•Lecture and critique

•Individual assistance and review of work in progress

•Developing problem solving techniques

•Providing and encouraging access to visual/media

resources

•Encouraging visits to outdoor mural art sites, art galleries

and museum large scale wall installations.

Methods of Evaluation

•Cooperation within a group and contributions to the class

•Consistency of effort

•Semester projects are evaluated according to specific

goals of each project

•Knowledge and verbal use of basic drawing terminology

•Technical development and growth

•Creative and imaginative growth as well as development

of creative problem solving skills.

•Use of the fundamentals and principles of observational

drawing within the discipline

•Sketchbook

Sketchbook (8x11" hardcover sketchbook)

•Each student will be expected to keep a class notebook

that records the following:

•Notes based on class lectures, presentations & demonstrations,

discussions, as well as group and

•Individual critiques

•Questions in response to essays, articles, critical

readings,etc

•Notes on your creative research

•Preliminary design project sketches

•Notes and sketches in response to class projects.

These sketchbooks will be checked by the instructor on a

regular basis and should be brought to each class.

Group Critiques

Students will be required to prepare for and participate

in-group critiques. The purpose of these critiques is to share

information and points of view. It is an act of generosity

when one responds professionally to the work of ones colleagues,

bringing ones understanding and appreciation of

form and content and craftsmanship to the work presented

to the class - and within the context of each individual's

personal development.

Grading Policy

In Class projects and homework…..60%

Midterm & Final Project...…………..10 % each

Sketchbooks.................……………..05%

In-Class participation…………………15%

A=100% –90%

B=89% –79%

C=79% –69% etc.

All of the assignments are expected to be completed to thebest

of the student's abilities before they are submitted for

evaluation. Late homework and in-class assignments will be

accepted the following session after the due date, however

the late assignment will automatically be lowered one letter

grade. * After that late work will not be accepted.

*So for example if the grade you would have earned, if it

were on time was a ‘B’ then the grade being late, would be

reduced to a ‘C’ this doesn’t presuppose that the grade you

start with is an ‘A’

Each project will be graded upon completion. After the work

is turned in on time, graded and returned by the instructor

students will have one week to make final changes should

she or he choose; at that point the work will be reconsidered

for evaluation. Late work cannot be reworked or reevaluated.

Class Participation

• Excellent attendance and promptness

•Always prepared for class

• Strong work ethic

•an eagerness to contribute to class critiques and discussions,

•A high level of professionalism and maturity in how you conduct

yourself in the class and working with groups

• Positive attitude

Not only are students expected to attend class, they are also

expected to actively participate. This means bringing required

materials to class and taking notes. This also means reading

the course textbook and handouts in order to participate in class

discussions and class activities. Finally, as part of your participation

grade we will have some time devoted to in-class writing.

A negative Class Participation grade could lower your overall class

grade

Basis for Assigning the Course Grade:

A - Excellent and Superior Work

Scholarship- strong, exceeding requirements of the instructor,

follows directions, solves problems creatively.

Initiative- contributions exceed the assignment, showing

resourcefulness

Attitude- positive and beneficial to the group

Cooperation- constant and spontaneous participation

Individual improvement- increased development

B - Above Average

Scholarship- accurate and competent, meeting all class

requirements, follows directions, solves problems creatively

Initiative- good when stimulated by an achievement

Attitude- proper and beneficial to the group

Cooperation- good in class work

Individual improvement- showing progress and responding

to stimulation

C - Average

Scholarship- meets assignments but needs

encouragement,follows most directions, solves some

problems

Initiative- variable, apparent only on occasion

Attitude- generally neutral

Cooperation- irregular

Individual improvement- no more than ordinary

D - Below Average

Scholarship- not meeting all assignments or requirements

of instructor

Grading(cont.)

initiative- deficient

Attitude- indefinite

Cooperation- fair at times, lacking in general

Individual improvement- unnoticeable

College policy on Academic Honesty:

Students at Santa Ana College are expected to be honest and

forthright in their academic endeavors. To falsify the results of

one’s research, to steal the words or ideas of another, or to cheat on

an examination, corrupts the essential process by which knowledge

is advanced. Academic dishonesty is seen as an intentional act

of fraud, in which a student seeks to claim credit for the work or

efforts of another without authorization, or uses unauthorized

materials or fabricated information in any academic exercise.

As institutions, we also consider academic dishonesty to include

forgery of academic documents, intentionally impeding or damaging

the academic work of others, assisting other students in acts of

dishonesty or coercing students into acts of dishonesty.

EXAMPLES OF VIOLATIONS OF

ACADEMIC HONESTY

Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Cheating

•Knowingly allowing another student to copy one’s work.

•Offering another person’s work as one’s own.

Plagiarism

Plagiarism is to present as one’s own the ideas, words, or creative

product of another. Credit must be given to the source for direct

quotations, paraphrases, ideas, and facts which are not common

knowledge.

Violations of academic honesty could result in one or more of the

following actions:

• A Grade of F for the project

• A failing grade for the entire semester long class

• Academic probation

• Suspension from the college

Copyright

Copyright laws and Fair Use policies protect the rights

of those who have produced the material. Whether it

be a book, a monograph, a photograph,

a sound recording or an Internet web page, the

owner/creator of that work has the right to be

protected under the laws of copyright and fair use.

Likewise, your work is protected under the law.

Just as you cannot use copyrighted material without

permission, somebody else cannot use your

copyrighted material without your permission.

Students are required to familiarize themselves and to

follow copyright and fair use requirements.

YOU ARE INDIVIDUALLY AND SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR

VIOLATIONS OF COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE LAWS.

THE COLLEGE WILL NEITHER PROTECT NOR DEFEND

YOU NOR ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR STUDEN

VIOLATIONS OF COPYRIGHT AND FAIR USE LAWS.

Violations of copyright laws could subject you to

federal and state civil penalties and criminal liability

To help you familiarize yourself with copyright

and fair use policies,

Attendance

It is essential that students attend all classes, arrive on time,

and come to class with the appropriate studio and research

materials. If the student chooses to do otherwise it will be

reflected in the student's final grade. Excessive unexplained

absences may result in the student being dropped from the

class.

If you have to drop the class, it is your responsibility to

inform the Office of Admissions and Records. It is far better

to withdraw officially and receive a grade of "W" than it is

to stop attending and receive a grade of "F."

Classroom Policies

• Be on time and ready to work (at the start of class, and

after each break)

• Headphones are to be used during independent work

time only (not when I am lecturing or the class is having a

discussion)

• Cell Phones are not to be used in class for voice calls,

texting, or e-mail (break is OK)

• Only visit sites appropriate to your studies when using

lab computers -check your facebook on your own time,

please

• Disruptive, disrespectful, hateful, or offensive behavior

will not be allowed or tolerated in this class (see Safe Space

below)

• Weaponry, tobacco products, and other dangerous

substances are not allowed in the class or on campus. (I put

this in because I have had students bring in giant military/

hunting style knives in the past - I require X-ACTOs, and

utility knives NOT heavy weaponry)

*You are not allowed to video/audio record anything in our

class without permission from me

Safe Space

As your professor, I recognize and accept the responsibility

to foster an atmosphere of RESPECT, understanding,

and goodwill among ALL individuals and groups in this

classroom. Especially to those individuals and groups most

likely to be subjected to disrespect, abuse, and misunderstanding

because or their ethnicity, nationality, immigration

status, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation,

age, or disability. Hate speech of any kind is not allowed in

my classes. My goal is to make this classroom a safe work/

learning space where creativity can flourish. Our classroom

needs to be an unbiased community where individuals feel

free to express themselves in ways that are appropriate to

the S.A.C.’s diverse community.

Academic Accommodation Statement:

Your success in this course is important to me. Santa

Ana College and I are committed to providing reasonable

accommodations for all individuals with disabilities. If you

have a disability that may have some impact on your ability

to do well in this course, I encourage you to speak with me

as soon as possible. Also, please contact Disabled Student

Programs & Services so that we can all collaborate on your

classroom accommodations in a timely manner. DSP&S is

located in U-103 and their phone number is 714/564-6264.

The DSP&S office requires documentation of your disability

in order to receive reasonable accommodations. If you do

not have documentation, they will work with you to acquire

it. I look forward to supporting you to meet your learning

goals.

Important Dates for

Spring Semester 2018

Feb.05 Fall instruction begin

Feb.16 Lincoln’s Birthday Holiday (no school)

Feb.18 Last day to add and drop classes w/o W

Feb.19 President’s Day Holiday (no school)

Mar.09 last day to file Pass/No Pass

Mar.09 last day to file for degree/cert.

Mar.30 Cesar Chavez Day Holiday (no school)

April 2-7 Spring Break- Campus Closed

May 06 Last day to withdraw from classes,with W grade

May 31 Commencement

June 03 Instruction Ends

Required Text:

Pittman, Rebecca F.,

How To Start A Faux Painting or Mural Business,

(2nd Edition), 2010

Recommended Text:

Skinner, Kerry. The Paint Effects Bible.

100 Recipes For Faux Finishes. 2003

Suggested periodicals: Art Forum, Art in America, and Modern Painters

RECOMMENDED MATERIALS

This is a suggested list only. DO NOT rush out and buy

everything on the list right now. I will notify the class of tool

and material requirements before we start each series of

projects.

TOOLS and MATERIALS

Bound or Spiral sketch book (8x11”)

White tracing or velum paper roll /pad (18” wide)

Drawing/Painting Instruments

Pencils (complete set from 9H to 6B)

colored pencils or markers

Mechanical pencils (W/ complete set of lead) optional

Erasers: art gum or hard plastic eraser, Staedler eraser with

holder

Paint Clothes

Large primed unstretched canvas for the large scale

exercises.

Purchase wood at Home Depot or Lowes, full 4 x 8 sheet,

have them cut down

Primer/white house paint, or gesso, to prime panels before

class

Acrylic paints: i/e (Primary yellow, Cadmium red medium,

cobalt blue, white, burnt umber)

Additional colors, metallics, tints if preferred

Rags

Variety of Purdy house paint brushes, different sizes

Large soft blending brush

Small artist brushes (liner brush, flats), large soft blending

brush

Feather (optional)

Paint tray for mixing paint

Various containers to store unused paint

Couple different size buckets

Water container

Sea sponges, toothbrush

Flexible trowel/paint scraper

Cupcake pan for separating colors works well

Water spray bottle

Newspaper every class to cover desk

Faux glazing medium

Blue painters tape

Color wheel

Anything else you want to use to execute your assignments

Water base brushes: flat 3/4”. #1, #6, #8 round, and small

liner brushes

Black ink (waterproof)

Plastic or metal paint palette

Small cups for mixing wet media

Acrylic Paint: (around mid term) large tube

Tools

18” metal ruler with cork back

Exacto knife with a pack of #11 blades

Razor blades

Selection of templates and French curves

Cutting mat (optional)

Electric eraser (optional)

Small metal eraser shield

* There is a great posibity that students will be required to

purchase special tools and materials that will be specific to

the scope of individual projects

Where to buy your stuff:

Art Supply Warehouse

Westminster, 6672 Westminster Ave. 714/891.3626

Lyons Art Supply

Long Beach, 420 East 4th St. 562/435.5383

Daiso Japan, Everywhere

Aaron Brothers, Michael’s, Home Depot, Lowes, Big Lots,

99¢ Only, Dollar Tree etc.

Course Outline:

First Meeting

Introduction, Review of Syllabus, Discussion of Class

Expectations

First drawings:

Week 1-2,

Project 1

Week 3-4

Project 2

Week 4-5

Project 3

Week 6-8

Project 4

Week 7-9

Midterm Projects (5)

Midterm Portfolio and sketchbook review

Week 10-12

Project 6

Week 12-13

Project 7

Week14-16

Final project

Critique

As the instructor I reserve the right to change this syllabus as I deem

necessary for educational purposes, in other words, a particular project is

not meeting the needs of the class then it my need to be changed to better

suit the students achievement objectives.

 

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