Course Description

An introduction to the techniques and materials of watercolor painting. Includes use of creative effects, additive and subtractive approaches, and mixing of color to create effective paintings in a step-by-step manner. Group 2 course.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

4

Lab Hours

4

General Education Outcomes supported by this course

Critical Thinking - Direct

Course Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

• Use watercolor terminology.
• Describe watercolor painting techniques and creative effects.
• Explain how elements and principles of design are used in watercolor painting.

Application:

• Use color mixing techniques.
• Analyze the composition and structure of a painting.
• Demonstrate independent work ethic as a painter.
• Demonstrate creativity in paintings.
• Employ problem solving strategies that incorporate self-reflection and research.

Integration:

• Develop their own stylistic vocabulary through review of professional experimentation, and their own personal practice.

Human Dimension:

• Use the content in this course to inform and help others and themselves.
• Interact with others when critiquing and discussing paintings.

Caring - Civic Learning:

• Learn an appreciation for the variety of techniques available to execute a painting.
• Identify influences on artwork.

Learning How to Learn:

• Correlate research and imagination to develop unique paintings.