ART-1590 Watercolor I

Credits: 3
In this studio course, students are introduced to the basic techniques and practices of watercolor painting. Emphasis is on learning the basic tools, materials, preparations, care, and application and disposal of watercolor related materials. Students explore the basic elements and principles of two-dimensional art through the watercolor paint medium to create interesting compositions, manipulate space, and represent observed or invented forms. Students investigate composition, color concepts and mixing, and the history of watercolor painting. Students work through different stages and development of a concept from watercolor studies to a final painting. Additionally, students articulate elements and principles of art and design through verbal and written critiques. Proficiency in drawing is beneficial but not critical to successful completion of this course.

Note: Proficiency in drawing is beneficial but not critical to successful completion of this course.
Course Outcomes

Implement the elements and principles of art and design in original watercolor compositions that manipulate space, and represent observed or invented forms
Apply basic color concepts and color mixing as related to watercolor painting
Execute the appropriate preparations, use, care, and disposal of watercolor painting surfaces and materials
Examine art historical watercolor painted works and their contribution to the practice of watercolor painting
Critique subject, form, construction, and content of works of art using formal and conceptual analysis through verbal and written methods
Demonstrate different stages and development of a concept from watercolor studies to a final painting