| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-07-08 | - |
Program Overview
This course explores the boundaries between drawing and painting, representation and abstraction, using traditional and non-traditional materials. Students engage in risk-taking and experimentation, developing their artistic style and voice through weekly discussions, assignments, and a final project. The course provides a supportive environment for students to network, build a portfolio, and prepare for careers in the arts.
Program Outline
Outline:
Content:
This course explores the open spaces between drawing and painting, representation and abstraction, proper art materials and improper art materials. By using traditional materials (such as acrylic, ink, and a variety of dry media), in non-traditional ways, students will find pictorial concerns with colors and spatial relationships rubbing elbows with newer procedures like automatism, collage, and the use of alternate supports. Risk and experimentation are critical to the process.
Structure:
The course is structured as a series of weekly discussions.
Course Schedule:
- Week 1: Introduction to the course and materials.
- Week 2: Drawing and painting exercises.
- Week 3: Collage and mixed media techniques.
- Week 4: Automatism and improvisation.
- Week 5: Alternate supports and unconventional materials.
- Week 6: Critique and discussion of student work.
- Week 7: Final project presentations.
Assessment:
Methods:
- Class participation
- Weekly assignments
- Final project
Criteria:
- Class participation: Students will be assessed on their active participation in class discussions and critiques.
- Weekly assignments: Students will be assessed on the quality of their weekly assignments, which will include a variety of drawing, painting, and mixed media exercises.
- Final project: Students will be assessed on the quality of their final project, which will be a mixed media artwork that demonstrates their understanding of the course concepts.
Teaching:
Methods:
- Lecture
- Demonstration
- Discussion
- Critique
Faculty:
- The course is taught by a professional artist and educator with experience in mixed media painting and experimentation.
Unique Approaches:
- The course emphasizes risk-taking and experimentation.
- Students are encouraged to use a variety of traditional and non-traditional materials and techniques.
- The course provides a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Artist
- Art teacher
- Art therapist
- Museum curator
- Gallery director
Opportunities:
- The course can help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the arts.
- Students can network with other artists and professionals in the field.
- The course can help students build a portfolio of their work.
Outcomes:
- Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Use a variety of traditional and non-traditional materials and techniques to create mixed media artworks.
- Understand the concepts of drawing, painting, and mixed media.
- Develop their own artistic style and voice.
- Critique and discuss their own work and the work of others.
UCLA Extension
Overview:
UCLA Extension is a renowned continuing education institution affiliated with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). It offers a wide range of courses, certificates, and specializations designed for professional development, career advancement, and personal enrichment.
Services Offered:
UCLA Extension provides a comprehensive suite of services for its students, including:
Courses:
Hundreds of open-enrollment courses are available in various fields of study, delivered online, in-person, or in a hybrid format.Certificates:
Students can earn certificates in specialized areas, demonstrating their expertise and enhancing their career prospects.Specializations:
Short series of courses designed to quickly equip students with in-demand skills and knowledge in focused areas.Student Services:
UCLA Extension offers comprehensive support services, including enrollment assistance, financial aid, scholarships, transcripts, career services, and international student support.Corporate Education:
Custom programs and corporate training solutions are available to meet the professional development needs of organizations.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Key Reasons to Study There:
UCLA Affiliation:
Students benefit from the prestige and reputation of UCLA, a world-class research university.Industry Experts:
Courses are taught by experienced professionals and industry leaders, providing practical and relevant knowledge.Flexible Learning:
UCLA Extension offers a variety of learning formats, including online, in-person, and hybrid options, catering to diverse schedules and preferences.Career Advancement:
Certificates and specializations can enhance career prospects and open doors to new opportunities.Personal Enrichment:
Courses and programs cater to personal interests and provide opportunities for lifelong learning.Academic Programs:
UCLA Extension offers a wide range of academic programs across various fields, including:
Accounting & Finance
Architecture & Interior Design
Business & Management
Communications
Design & Arts
Digital Technology
Education
Engineering
Entertainment
Environmental Studies & Public Policy
Health Care & Counseling
Humanities & Social Sciences
Landscape Architecture & Horticulture
Legal Programs
Real Estate
Sciences & Math
Writing
Other:
UCLA Extension is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), ensuring the quality and rigor of its programs.
Outline:
Content:
This course explores the open spaces between drawing and painting, representation and abstraction, proper art materials and improper art materials. By using traditional materials (such as acrylic, ink, and a variety of dry media), in non-traditional ways, students will find pictorial concerns with colors and spatial relationships rubbing elbows with newer procedures like automatism, collage, and the use of alternate supports. Risk and experimentation are critical to the process.
Structure:
The course is structured as a series of weekly discussions.
Course Schedule:
- Week 1: Introduction to the course and materials.
- Week 2: Drawing and painting exercises.
- Week 3: Collage and mixed media techniques.
- Week 4: Automatism and improvisation.
- Week 5: Alternate supports and unconventional materials.
- Week 6: Critique and discussion of student work.
- Week 7: Final project presentations.
Assessment:
Methods:
- Class participation
- Weekly assignments
- Final project
Criteria:
- Class participation: Students will be assessed on their active participation in class discussions and critiques.
- Weekly assignments: Students will be assessed on the quality of their weekly assignments, which will include a variety of drawing, painting, and mixed media exercises.
- Final project: Students will be assessed on the quality of their final project, which will be a mixed media artwork that demonstrates their understanding of the course concepts.
Teaching:
Methods:
- Lecture
- Demonstration
- Discussion
- Critique
Faculty:
- The course is taught by a professional artist and educator with experience in mixed media painting and experimentation.
Unique Approaches:
- The course emphasizes risk-taking and experimentation.
- Students are encouraged to use a variety of traditional and non-traditional materials and techniques.
- The course provides a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Artist
- Art teacher
- Art therapist
- Museum curator
- Gallery director
Opportunities:
- The course can help students develop the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the arts.
- Students can network with other artists and professionals in the field.
- The course can help students build a portfolio of their work.
Outcomes:
- Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Use a variety of traditional and non-traditional materials and techniques to create mixed media artworks.
- Understand the concepts of drawing, painting, and mixed media.
- Develop their own artistic style and voice.
- Critique and discuss their own work and the work of others.
