Cazenovia College 2012-2013 Academic Catalog

Studio Art
SA 111 Drawing: Composition and
Perception
3 credits (CS)
Drawing: Composition and Perception is an
intensive studio course designed for
students to investigate and develop a
proficiency in drawing, composition
and design practices. This course
investigates observational drawing, with
an emphasis on rendering surfaces,
drawing the figure, spatial systems and
color. Through the repeated physical
activity of drawing, students build and
refine their critical thinking and
analytical powers through observation,
visualization and critical dialogue.
Students build their visual and cultural
literacy through ongoing discussion of
examples of art historical and
contemporary works, including art and
design from a diverse range of cultures.
Students are encouraged and guided to
develop, hone and challenge their own
creative process. Students write about
their creative process and develop artist
statements. Students have the
opportunity to explore mixed media,
digital technology, as well as nontraditional
materials, techniques and
contexts to explore drawing and design.
(Offered fall and spring terms)
SA 112 Drawing II
3 credits (CS)
Drawing II introduces more complex
conceptual and experimental
approaches to drawing. Students use a
wide range of media, with emphasis on
color and an introduction to the figure.
Prerequisite: SA 111 Drawing , FS 113
Fashion Drawing, or permission of the
instructor
SA 121 Painting
3 credits (CS)
This course investigates different
stylistic and conceptual approaches to
painting. Students work with a variety
of media and techniques, including
traditional methods and innovative
approaches. For advanced work in
painting, this course can be "stacked"
(taken multiple times by taking
Research Topics in the Visual Arts
FA371/372/471 or 472). (Offered fall
and spring terms)
SA 131 Design and Color Theory
3 credits (CS)
SA131 introduces the elements and
principles of design, the language of
visual communication. Students learn
to use these more consciously in their
work, as well as discern and discuss
them in other art and in all that
surrounds us. There is emphasis on
color theory and its application in
different media and disciplines. The
elements and principles of design are
taught through the use of color in a
variety of design situations. Through a
variety of projects, in class exercises
and homework assignments, students
engage in the rigorous creative process:
brainstorming, sketching, refining and
producing. Students are introduced to a
variety of media and techniques, with
an emphasis on good craftsmanship
and professional presentation. Above
all, students become more conscious of
the conceptual, expressive and
perceptual qualities of their aesthetic
decisions, so they can more effectively
communicate visually. (Offered fall and
spring terms)
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