SA 313 - Portraits and the Figure

(3.00 cr.)

Using the technique of painting in a single sitting ("alla prima" or "wet into wet"), students learn to paint the human face and figure, working from life. The course covers the preparation of grounds and supports and understanding of the tools, techniques and concepts of life painting. Students are encouraged to experiment and to emphasize the tactile quality of paint, concentration, and keen observation.

Prerequisite: SA 224 or SA 225 or written permission of the instructor.
Sessions Typically Offered: Fall/Spring
Years Typically Offered: Annually