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Dec 04, 2025
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ART 172 - Painting I
Units: 3 ; Breadth Area: GE-3A
Introduction to painting through hands on activities, study of key aesthetic principles and contextual presentations. Students engage with the creative process through fundamental painting techniques, develop individual expression and an understanding of contemporary and historical art concepts.
Breadth Area(s) Satisfied: GE-3A - Arts
Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground.
Grading: A-F grading only.
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring
Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Understand the physical properties of paint media and employ different techniques using painting tools and media;
- Understand basic color theory through perceptual assignments, presentations of color theory as well as expressive use of color;
- Create dynamic compositions using the formal elements of line, marks, shapes, color, texture and scale;
- Make paintings with expressive, imaginative content using informed, personal choices for markmaking, surface treatment, color and value to convincingly convey intentions;
- Discuss and critically evaluate their own and others’ work using appropriate art terminology in verbal and written form;
- Understand traditional and contemporary painting concepts at an introductory level, including representational, abstract, conceptual and narrative artwork;
- Use, store and dispose of materials safely.
GE-3A. Arts Learning Outcomes
- Evaluate the impact of the arts on their life.
- Examine the cultural and/or historical context(s) of the arts.
- Describe the ways that diverse identities influence the creation and experience of art.
- Identify the role of art in diverse settings.
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