THEA 361 - Scene Painting

Units: 2
Painting and rendering in small scale (studio) and full scale (scenery). Projects aimed at developing both drawing and painting skills for performing arts. Fundamentals of paint and color theory; typical application techniques; recipes for common 2D and 3D textures.

Credit Restrictions: Only 2 units may be applied to the B.A. Theatre Arts major.

Repeatability: May be repeated for a maximum of 4 units.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Course Typically Offered: Variable Intermittently

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Make use of painting and color theory in production.
Recognize physical compositions, properties and uses of paints and coatings.
Apply techniques including scumble, sponge, rag roll, spatter and spray to create common faux textures including wood, brick, stone, and aging and distressing.
Enlarge a small scale rendering to stage scale using grid method and projection.