Art 141 3D Design Ariel Mazariegos Monday/Wednesday 2:00 - 4:45 AC511
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Office Hours: Monday/Wednesday 5-6pm - or by appointment
Final Exam: December 12, 2016 3-5pm
Course Catalogue Description:
“Study of the elements and principles of 3-dimensional design and their applications, with emphasis on form in space, design systems, and contemporary art concepts. Experimentation in both natural and synthetic material.”
Course Description:
Art 141 is designed to allow students to explore the realm of three-dimensional art with an emphasis on form and composition. The projects will require you to think critically while employing the philosophies and vocabulary of the formal issues in art, such as line, plane, mass, space, texture, balance, rhythm, economy, and emphasis. This course will be a hands-on studio experience; much of the class will be work time. In art you learn through making, experimenting, brainstorming, and analyzing. In this class you will also be required to do reading, written work, and group group critiques.
Art Department Goals:
1. Acquire basic knowledge, theories, and concepts about art; develop a foundation of art skills and a high level of craftsmanship; communicate ideas and concepts through writing, speaking, and art making; acquire a competency with the tools and technologies associated with visual arts.
2. Broaden knowledge of ancient through contemporary art; develop an understanding of the theoretical, cultural, and historical contexts of art.
3. Apply processes of generating and solving problems in art; analyze, interpret, and question traditional methodologies and preconceived notions of art and art making
4. Explore and engage in interdisciplinary forms of art making.
5. Develop an appreciation and tolerance of diverse perspectives dealing with art, culture teaching and learning.
6. Engage in individual and collaborative art experiences with other students, faculty, and community.
Course Requirements:
You must complete each assignment and exercise on time, complete assignments, engage in critiques, make good use of in-class work time by planning ahead, and respect your fellow students, faculty, and the school facilities. You are expected to work outside of class time. Experimentation is encouraged and hard work will be rewarded.
Attendance/Participation:
Attendance is mandatory. More than 3 absences will result in your final grade being lowered by one letter grade. Three times late (15 minutes after class starts) or 3 early departures equals an absence. Do not miss critiques. This is a studio class where activities and course work are done during class time. It is essential that you be in class with all the required materials and prepared to work. If you come to class without supplies it will be reflected in your participation score. Attendance will be taken everyday. If you arrive late it is your responsibility to let me know you are present. Students are responsible for being informed about information missed during their absence.
Students are encouraged to interact with each other. Please exchange phone numbers/email addresses with at least two of your classmate, please contact your classmates to receive missed assignments and notes.
Absences are only excused by a doctor’s note, a medical or family emergency and should be discussed with me prior to missing a class. Contact me by email, in the event of illness or other unforeseen problems affecting your attendance to arrange make-up assignments. Additional Note: If, for any reason I need to cancel a class I will do my best to email you and let you know in advance. It’s always a good idea to check email prior coming to school.
Withdrawal:
If this isn't the course for you, please decide quickly, and let someone else take your place. The last day to change academic program without a formal request is Friday, September 16, 2016. After this date, withdrawing from this class requires “extraordinary circumstances.” You must obtain the appropriate drop forms, and get approval from both the instructor and the department chair. You will receive a W on your record.
Grading:
Your final grade will be calculated as follows:
60% Projects
10% Sketchbooks
10% Exercises
10% Research Assignment
10% Class participation
A = 90-100%
B = 80-89%
C = 70-79%
D = 65-69%
F = Below 65%
Within each grade letter, - and + will be awarded as consistent with CSUN standards.
Late Work:
Late work will be accepted up to 1 week late and the grade will automatically be lowered one letter grade. Beyond this grace period, you will receive an F on the assignment
At any given time a student is welcome to schedule an appointment with the instructor to discuss their grade standing in the course.
Supplemental Text:
There is no required text for this course. However, if you wish to learn more and further develop your vocabulary and skills the suggested reading is Launching the Imagination: A Comprehensive Guide to Basic Design by Mary Stewart
Projects:
Each major assignment will be given a mark. Topics for projects include: Transformed plane, point and line, scale and volume, repetition and found object, and sustainable structure. I maintain flexibility in that I give credit to overall progress. Criteria for grade assignment will include:
1. Fulfilling project goals (did you fulfill all of the project objectives in an interesting, complex, and imaginative manner?)
2. Rigor of exploration (did you consider many approaches, or just one - did you experiment with materials, techniques or ideas you weren't sure could work before you started?)
3. Craftsmanship (craftsmanship is always related to the project intentions - the level of craft is a reflection of intent.)
4. Creativity (points for creativity indicate that the project successfully fulfills the project objectives by exploring a quality that the rest of the class did not consider.)
Sketchbook:
This class requires a sketchbook to plan ideas, sketch out and resolve plans, and take notes. These sketchbooks should only be used for this class. Personalize the book for yourself so it is your own. Make entries in your book daily or weekly, as it is appropriate. Use the book as a tool as it should be a documentation throughout the semester. Sketchbooks will be collected twice during the semester to be graded. Include the handouts for assignments and exercises, documentation of all work and supporting materials.
Exercises:
Prompts for exercises will be given in class and be due a week from assignment date. These assignments are designed to develop critique and critical thinking skills and are worth 10% of your grade.
Studio Policies:
1. Cell phones should be put away during class. Never text during a class lecture or discussion.
If you listen to music during work days use one earphone. It should not interfere with instruction.
2. Safety - Students should observe all rules of the lab. If you find tools that are broken or not working properly please report it to your instructor. If you check out tools to use, return them. When using materials that produce dust go outside in open areas; be sure to wear appropriate safety gear such as a dust mask. Only use the classroom that we meet in; no use of the sculpture facilities or power tools is allowed. Closed toe shoes only.
3. Storage - Locker space, outside the restrooms, is available on a first come basis for the storage of your personal tools and smaller materials. After each semester all lockers will be emptied. The classroom shelves can accommodate small works in progress. Under no circumstance can projects or materials be stored on or around communal work surfaces.
4. Sanitation - It is the responsibility of all students to clean up after themselves. The classroom is a communal laboratory used by many people at varied times. Each student must police his or her self to the extent that their work areas are actually cleaner and better organized than before they got there. Disregard of this essential mandate will result in failure. In short, please be respectful of the classroom and others. The last 5 minutes of class will be reserved for cleaning up.
Materials:
The materials for this class are not as specific as other classes. Some projects will center around a type of material, but it will often be left up to you to figure out which materials best fit your design. The type of tools needed will be determined by the choices of materials. Drawings and experimentation will be necessary before starting a project.
Supplies:
Most supplies will be listed at the beginning of an assignment. Additional supplies may be needed throughout the semester. Here is a list of supplies you can start with:
Sketchbook (at least 8.5 x 11)
Utility knife/exacto knife with extra blades
Hot glue gun and glue sticks
Needlenose pliers
Slip-joint pliers
Wire cutters if not already on pliers
Writing/ Sketching utensil
18’ metal ruler
Safety glasses