COURSE DESCRIPTION

COURSE NUMBER: KCDR 131

CREDIT HOURS: 3

COURSE TITLE:

TYPE OF COURSE:
LECTURE
STUDIO XX

Drawing I

PREREQUISITES: None

REQUIREMENT: DR, MJ, PA,

AH (Studio)
ELECTIVE:

COURSE DESCRIPTION
The process of drawing as observation and conceptualization through eye-hand coordination. Emphasizes
linear construction with concern for accurate proportion and simple positive-negative/figure-ground
relationships. Includes an in-depth study of linear perspective. (Students who have earned FSU credit for
VISC 112 Drawing I, may not use credit earned in KCDR 131 to meet graduation requirements.)

COURSE OUTCOMES
The student will be able to:
Draw and sketch objects accurately in regard to structure, proportion, and perspective.
Develop awareness and understanding of sighting as a measuring system (with the use of a sighting
stick and a viewfinder).
Develop simple positive-negative/figure ground relationships using the concepts of linear perspective.
Develop understanding and the abilities in using compositional elements and principles in the
structuring of a drawing (aided by the use of the viewfinder).
Expand the knowledge of spatial understanding moving from tabletop to full interior.
Develop a solid understanding of light and the structure of value.

COURSE STUDY
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Introduces linear perspective in both tool and freehand as a drawing method to create a 2-D illusion
from 3-D subject. (50% tool, 50% freehand.)
Line and proportion: Sighting and measuring, transparent construction, thumbnail/concept sketches,
gesture, continual contour, implied line, and edge sensitivity.
Composition: To be observed with the use of the viewfinder.
a. Elements of composition: Point, line, plane, shape, mass, volume, size, texture, positive and
negative space, focal point.
b. Principles of composition: Rhythm, repetition, variation, balance, unity, harmony, movement,
energy, tension.
Value: Value range, relief modeling, continuous parallel hatching, contour hatching, reflective studies,
texture/mark making. (Application of value structure.)

MATERIALS
Graphite pencils, charcoal pencils, vine charcoal, erasers, 18 x 24 drawing pad paper, T-square and ruler

TEXT Perspective Workbook

Ralph Allured and Ruth Lantinga

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENT: No
SUPPLEMENTARY RESOURCES FOR STUDENT RESEARCH
Chaet, Bernard. The Art of Drawing.
Edwards, Betty. Drawing On the Right Side of the Brain.
Kaupelis, R. Drawing/A Studio Guide to Learning to Draw.
Rockman, Deborah. Drawing Essentials: A Guide to Drawing from Observation.
DATE PASSED CURRICULUM COMMITTEE: 10/31/89 (effective Fall 1990)
REVISED: 3/92, 1/17/96, 3/17/98, 11/25/03, 2/1/07, 2/3/09 effective Fall 09, previously KCFN 131), 9/29/10, 10/26/10