This course is for students who are beyond the beginning drawing/painting level, and are ready to intensively develop their imaginations. In a supportive classroom environment, students will design their own six-week project with an emphasis placed on imaginative imagery. Memory, dreams, fiction and literature can all be used as subject matter. Although models will be available, additional source materials such as photos, collages and sketches can be used as tools to develop imaginative finished works. Discussions of mixed media and experimental procedures, as well as archival concerns will be used to encourage innovative approaches to creating unique images. Working with a choice of wet or dry media, collage, photos, digital prints and paint, this course will give students the opportunity to experiment, and to explore their artistic vision.
Note: Please bring drawing or painting materials and examples of your work to the first session, and be prepared to present your project ideas. Figure drawing experience is strongly suggested.