AT 230 - Life Drawing I

2. Demonstrate the practice of basic design principles, concepts, media, and formats in order to develop solutions to aesthetic and design problems utilizing the human form as subject matter.

3. Demonstrate skill with human skeletal anatomy, muscular anatomy, human proportions, and human movement applied to drawings.

4. Objectively critique verbally and in writing one’s own artwork as well as those of others.

5. Participate effectively in critiques and discussions.

6. Develop self-discipline to manage workload through the coordination of various steps of the drawing process and be able to move back-and-forth between drawings in various stages of completion.

7. Cultivate and demonstrate an appreciation for aesthetics and diversity.

8. Demonstrate an attitude of curiosity and habits of inquiry that foster lifelong learning.

9. Use creativity and alternative thinking to brainstorm new ideas and possible solutions to problems and issues. 

10. Complete work accurately, with attention to detail. 

II. Measurement and Proportion sighting techniques

     A. Angles

     B. Axis

     C. Symmetry

III. Contour Line line quality (6H - 6B pencils)

IV. The human skeleton

V. Muscular system

VI. Movement

VII. Value

VIII. Space

IX. Portraiture: Measurement and Proportions of the Human Head

Studio-Lab: 60-80%

Demonstration/Mediated instruction: 5-25%

Discussion/Critique: 5-15%

Essential Abilities – Life Drawing 1

The Grand Rapids Community College Visual Arts faculty has specified essential abilities critical to the success of students in the Drawing II course curriculum.  Students must demonstrate these essential abilities to succeed in their program of study. Qualified applicants are expected to meet all admission criteria and matriculating students are expected to meet all progression criteria, as well as these essential abilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

I. Essential judgment skills to include: ability to identify, assess, and comprehend visual and conceptual situations for the purpose of problem solving around themes, subjects and technical/process challenges to elicit appropriate conclusions and/or course of actions. Critical and creative thinking are expected cornerstones of all work assigned in this course.

II. Essential physical/neurological functions to include: ability to use the senses of seeing, hearing, and touch to make correct judgments regarding  visual and conceptual situations (which could include still-life and model arrangements) and meet  required physical expectations to perform interventions for the purpose of demonstrating competence to safely engage in the practice of Drawing. Behaviors that demonstrate essential neurological and physical functions include, but are not limited to observation, listening, understanding relationships, writing, and psychomotor abilities consistent with course and program expectations. In addition, students should possess the following abilities:

1. Ability to see life-model and other subjects from a minimum of 8 feet distance.
2. Ability to measure visually using a sighting stick.
3. Ability to stand for 30 minutes or more while drawing.

III. Essential communication skills to include: ability to communicate effectively with fellow students, faculty, and all members of the Visual Arts programs. Skills include verbal, written, and nonverbal abilities as well as information technology skills consistent with effective communication.

Written and verbal critiques are expected and essential to success in this course and program.

IV. Essential emotional coping skills: ability to demonstrate the mental health necessary to safely engage in the practice of Drawing as determined by professional standards of practice.

This course requires students to critically evaluate own drawings, and those of others, to enhance the learning process.  Students are expected to cope with critique and apply the learning from it to the completion of drawings.

V. Essential intellectual/conceptual skills to include: ability to measure, calculate, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate to engage competently in the practice of Drawing. Students should exhibit the following abilities:

1. Ability to measure with sighting stick
2. Ability to calculate proportions
3. Ability to work with perspective principles/calculations
4. Ability to synthesize multiple concepts and visuals within a drawing
5. Ability to visualize, imagine, and synthesize ideas into drawings
6. Ability to analyze connections, correlations, spatial considerations, etc… and their effects on conceptual aspects of drawings
7. Ability to analyze concepts, readings, and research relevant to visual arts

VI. Other essential behavioral attributes: ability to engage in activities consistent with safe drawing practice without demonstrated behaviors of addiction to, abuse of, or dependence on alcohol or other drugs that may impair behavior or judgment. The student must demonstrate responsibility and accountability for actions as a student in the Visual Arts Department and as a developing professional in the field of drawing consistent with accepted standards of practice.

Grand Rapids Community College strives to be more than ADA compliant. We strive to be accessible and welcoming to all students of all abilities. After reviewing the Essential Abilities/Technical Standards for this program; your responsibilities as a student entail determining if you can complete all associated coursework either:

1. With Accommodation. I am otherwise qualified to meet the same academic standards as any other student entering the program. However, based on a medically documented condition or diagnosis, I would qualify for reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990). I will meet with Disability Support Services on campus to arrange those accommodations in an interactive process with the department of Visual Arts.
    
2. Without Accommodation. I am able to complete the program without need for reasonable accommodation or modification. In the event my medical documentation reveals otherwise or a condition manifests that would necessitate an accommodation; it is my responsibility to inform a responsible authority figure within the department of Visual Arts and work with Disability Support Services to see if a reasonable accommodation or modification can be made.

If you have a medically documented condition or diagnosis, please contact the Visual Arts office, or contact Disability Support Services (DSS) at disability@grcc.edu or by phone at 616.234.4140 to arrange accommodations through our interactive process.