AT 216 - Digital Painting

Description
In this course, painting concepts are explored through digital processes utilizing standard industry software.

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 6
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: C or Higher in the following courses: AT 140, AT 132, and AT 214
English Prerequisite(s): None
Math Prerequisite(s): None
Course Corequisite(s): None
Academic Program Prerequisite: None
Consent to Enroll in Course: No Department Consent Required
Dual Enrollment Allowed?: Yes
Course Fees: $20.00
Number of Times Course can be taken for credit: 1
Programs Where This Course is a Requirement:
Fine Arts, A.F.A., Pre-Art, A.A. (General Transfer)

General Education Requirement:
None
General Education Learner Outcomes (GELO):
NA
Course Learning Outcomes:

Employ the digital drawing tablet with skill and sensitivity.
Employ tools within photoshop with skill and sensitivity.
Explore other software use in combination with photoshop for advance digital paiting techniques.
Employ skill and sensitivity in synthesizing digital painting techniques.
Develop solutions to aesthetic and design problems through understanding of basic design principles, color theory, and the digital painting processes.
Objectively critique verbally and in writing one’s own artwork as well as those of others.
Participate effectively in classroom critiques and discussions.
Develop and demonstrate self-discipline to manage work load through the coordination of various steps of the digital painting process.
Cultivate and demonstrate an appreciation for aesthetics and diversity.
Develop and demonstrate an attitude of curiosity and habits of inquiry that foster life-long learning.
Participate effectively in classroom critiques and discussions.
Use creativity and alternative thinking to brainstorm new ideas and possible solutions to problems or issues.
Complete work accurately, with attention to detail.

Course Outline:
I. The Photoshop Environment

A. Brushes

B. Pen Tool Basics

C. Painting and Blending Techniques

D. Vector Tools

E. Masking Techniques

F. Compatible Software and Advanced Techniques

II. Painting Project 1

A. Use of Custom Brushes

B. Use of Painting and Blending Techniques

III. Painting Project 2

A. Use of Custom Brushes

B. Use of Masking Techniques

C. Use of Painting and Blending Techniques

IV. Painting Project 3

A. Use of Light and Shadow to Create the Illusion of Volume

B. Use of Color to Create Illusion of Volume

V. Final Project: Digital Painting of a Complex Environment

A. Use of Perspective

B. Use of Light and Shadow to Create Volumes and Depth

C. Use of Color to Enhance Volume and Depth

Approved for Online and Hybrid Delivery?:
No
Instructional Strategies:
Lecture: 10-25%

Studio/Lab: 60-80%

Demonstration: 10-25%

Critique: 5-15%
Mandatory Course Components:
None
Name of Industry Recognize Credentials: None

Course-Specific Placement Test: None
Course Aligned with ARW/IRW Pairing: N/A

Mandatory Department Assessment Measures:
None

Course Type:
Program Requirement- Offering designed to meet the learning needs of students in a specific GRCC program.
Course Format:
Studio - 1:1-2
Total Studio Hours Per Week: 6
People Soft Course ID Number: 104934
Course CIP Code: 50.0799
Maximum Course Enrollment: 18
General Room Request: Mac Lab

School: School of Liberal Arts
Department: Visual Arts
Discipline: Program Requirement- Offering designed to meet the learning needs of students in a specific GRCC program.
First Term Valid: Fall 2018 (8/1/2018)
1st Catalog Year: 2018-2019
Faculty Credential Requirements:
Master’s Degree (GRCC general requirement)
Faculty Credential Requirement Details:
The instructor should possess a Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) degree in Painting.

Major Course Revisions: N/A
Last Revision Date Effective: 20230223T12:40:45
Course Review & Revision Year: 2027-2028