Course
| code | AR225 |
| credit_hours | 2 |
| title | Introduction to Painting |
| arbic title | - |
| prequisites | None |
| credit hours | 2 |
| Description/Outcomes | This course is based on the observation of colour and its effect on lighting, shadow, composition, and the relationship between the figure and its environment. Trial is encouraged through studio sessions, evaluations and group discussions. The workshop is held under the supervision of a professional academic assistant. |
| arabic Description/Outcomes | |
| objectives | • Develop the student’s sense of creation through painting. rn• Enhance the student`s practical skills in the field of painting.rn |
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| ref. books | • Group of writers, World Painting, Harlequin – Books LTD.-1980.rn• Group of writers, Great French Paintings, Lincoln University Press -1993.rn• CHEN, John S.M.- Architecture in Color Drawings.- N.Y.: Mcgraw – Hill- 1997.rn• DONG. Wei.- Color rendering: a Guide for Interior Designers and Architects Concept,rn• Exploration and process.- N.Y.: Mcgraw – Hill- 1997.rn• FRANKFORT, Henri.- The Art and Architecture of the Ancient Orient.- New Haven:rn• Yale University pr. - 1996.rn• GAIR. Angela.- The Beginner’s Guide Pastels: A complete Step – by – Step Guide to Techniques and Materials.- London: New Holland Pub.- 1997.rn• KARNOUK, Liliane.- Contemporary Egyptian Art.- Cairo: American Univ. Pr.- 1995.rn• KUNZ, Jan,- Painting Beautiful Watercolors From Photographs. – Cincinnati, Ohio:rn• North Light Book- 1998.rn• LANCASTER, Michael.- Colourscape.- London: Academic Pr. -1996.rn• OCVIRK, O. Art Fundamentals,Theory & Practices, Mcgraw Hill. U.S.A 1998.rn• TOY, Maggie., Color in Architecture.- London: Academy Group- 1996.rn• Henry Russell, The Pelican History of Art - Pinguin Books - 1971.rn• Howard,Deborah. VENICE & THE EAST - Yale University Press - New Haven & London.2000.rn• Michael, Schuyt. Joost, Elffers - Fantastic Architecture - Thames and Hudson - London-1980.rn• Edwardes,Michael - Great Buildings of the world - Poul Hamlyn - London - 1969. rn |
| arabic ref. books | • مجموعة كتاب Ù…Øيط الÙنون (1) الÙنون التشكيلية, دار المعار٠|
| textbook | N/A |
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| course file |
46_AR225_Introduction to Painting.pdf |
Course Content
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Description |
| 1 |
Introduction:A lecture explaining the outline of the course (course aims, understanding of materials & techniques, history of painting, plant elements, landscapes, still life, etc.)
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History of Painting:A lecture presenting the history of painting, and former & recent technical treatments.
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Plant Elements:A study of a collection of plant elements using colored pencils, and observation of light & shadow.rnTools required: a sketchbook (35x50 cm) and colored pencils.
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Plant Element: General Discussion:rnA discussion and analysis of the drawings presented by every student in a seminar.rnTools required: a sketchbook (35x50 cm) and colored pencils.
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Landscapes:A study taken from various landscapes from the natural environment (shore, desert, cultivated land, etc.)Tools required: a sketchbook (35x50 cm), charcoal, soft pastel colors, fixative and a charcoal eraser.
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Landscapes: General Discussion:A discussion between students of the drawings done during the previous week, and a display of several good examples.
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Natural Environment & Geometrical Elements.A study of mixing natural environment with geometrical abstract elements.
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Natural Environment & Geometrical Elements: General Discussion.A discussion and analysis of the drawings presented by students in a seminar.
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Architecture & Sculpture.The relationship between architecture & sculpture.Observation of space, light and shadow and the relationship of the figure to its environment.
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Architecture & Sculpture: General Discussion.A discussion and analysis of the drawings presented by students in a seminar.
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Random Elements & Ancient Arch. Forms. rnCombining random elements with ancient architectural forms in a single compsition.
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Random Elements & Ancient Arch. Forms: General Discussion.A discussion and analysis of the drawings presented by students in a seminar.
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Still Life. A still life study using various materials & techniques of the student`s choice, illustrating light & shadow, composition, and relationship of the figure to its environment.
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Still Life shapes & Architectural Surfaces.A study of abstraction of suitable still life shapes to apply on architectural surfaces.
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Revision.
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