Undergraduate Course Syllabus

COURSE: ART 1120 PRINCIPLES OF DRAWING Term: Spring semester 2014 Day(s): Wednesday Time: 15:00 17:30 hours

Location:

Leiden

The Instructor: Name: Email:

Ms. Machteld Aardse machteldaardse@gmail.com (machteldaardse76@webster.edu)

About the instructor Machteld (Maggie) Aardse is a Dutch visual artist based in Amsterdam. After getting a Masters Degree in Art History at the University of Amsterdam, she completed a BFA in Fine Arts at the Gerrit Rietveld Academie in Amsterdam and an MFA in Public Art at the Dutch Art Institute in Enschede. In her work she uses many different media including drawings, performances and projections. She has taught media communications and fine art at the Moving Academy for Performing Arts and the Masters Class for Light Projection Techniques. She has exhibited her work at the Nederlandsche Bank, the New York Islands Festival, the Scheltema in Leiden, The Stedelijk W139 in Amsterdam, the Women's Art Festival in Aleppo Syria, and the Amsterdam Light Festival. Together with Aida Grovestins she finished the documentary Quitte le Pouvoir (Step Down). At the moment they are working on the animation film Women of Waalo, about female leadership and resistance in Senegal, West Africa. www.machteldaardse.nl / www.quittelepouvoir.com Guest Speakers We will visit and meet several professional artists and curators in different fields of arts if possible in their studio, including: Aernout Hagen (Museum Het Rembrandthuis) www.rembrandthuis.nl, Anne Verhoijsen (multidisciplinary artist) www.verhoijsen.com, Laura Smeets and Daantje Stofefalk (curators), Femke Kempkes (visual artist / sculptor) www.femkekempkes.nl/ THE COURSE

Course Definition (source: Webster University Undergraduate Catalogue) Presents drawing problems that allow the student to explore line, form, and subject matter concepts in producing visual imagery. Stresses production of unusual compositions, involving the use of line, mass, and volume, and the application of a broad selection of drawing media. Students without portfolio admission to the department with permission of the chair. Prerequisite: ART 1110.

Course Content What is drawing? How has it changed in the course of time? What function does it have in the former days and current field of art? How do people use drawings? What are the techniques used? The use of light, line, color? What is the difference between western and non-western forms of drawing? The student will get to meet artists who use drawing as a medium in their work, which is either commercial or pure art. The student will learn to analyze drawings, describe them and get an understanding of drawing in a broad perspective from traditional to modern forms. By practicing drawing, the student will develop an eye and hand. By reading, writing and visiting galleries and exhibitions they will develop a theoretical and critical reference for their eye and perception. The students will get knowledge of a variety of materials such as pencil on paper, pen on paper, collage, pastel and watercolor. They will learn techniques to convey perspective, learn elements of correct figure drawing and composition. By keeping a personal (free) journal, the students will show their process in thinking and drawing. In the end a group exhibition will be organized in which the students can show their collection of inspiration, stories, journals and drawings. There will be a series of reading, writing and drawing assignments and one midterm test. All other work will be related to the final project presented at the final day of classes.

Incoming Competency Also people who think they cannot draw are most welcome!

Learning Outcomes 1. Identify types of drawing and artwork in the production of art 2. Have an appreciation of the language of the visual media 3. Explain the drawing and art process 4. Interpret past and present drawings and art works in term of materials and meanings 5. Implement drawing techniques 6. Develop a personal working methodology General Skills - where applicable all Webster courses will address: Writing skills Presentation skills Team working skills Multicultural skills Note: Webster has adopted the APA style for citations in all papers and in all departments. All students are encouraged to be consistent with this in their writing. Materials (Textbook) - Students should either source the textbook themselves, or place an order with the Webster Librarian at least two weeks before term begins. Everyone will receive a small note book in order to keep a personal journal; pencils, paper, any art material, glue, scissors. Notebook texts for reading will be handed out in the class. Required Material A Sketchbook (A4 minimum), and if possible, a digital camera. Recommended Reading Material Catalogue Het Rembrandthuis, Museum Het Rembrandthuis Amsterdam Betty Edwards, Drawing on the artist within, 1986; E.H. Gombrich, Art and Illusion; E.H. Gombrich, Story of Art; Side reading: Not compulsory, but highly recommended Merleau-Ponty. The World of Perception, 2002 (1948); Michel Foucault, This is not a pipe, University Press Group 2008 (1983); Martin Gayford, on

sitting for a portrait by Lucian freud, London 2010 Foucault, M, This is not a pipe, London 1983 Merleau-Ponty, M, the world of perception, London, New York 2004 Additional reading might be circulated as the course progresses.

GRADING
Letter Grades: A (4.0), A- (3.67) B+ (3.33), B (3.0), B- (2.67) C+ (2.33), C (2.0), C- (1.67) D+ (1.33), D (1.0) F (0.0) Instructors guidelines for percentage equivalent of the letter grade: A (96-100), A- (91-95) B+ (86-90), B (81-85), B- (76-80) C+ (71-75), C (66-70), C- (61-65) D+ (56-60), D (51-55) F (0-50) Letter grades mean that in the opinion of the instructor the work was: Superior work. Good work. Satisfactory work. Passing, but less than satisfactory. Unsatisfactory. No credit is granted.

Other Designations: I Incomplete work ZF An Incomplete which was not completed within one year of the end of the course. IP Course in progress. W The student withdrew from the course NR Not reported for the course. A temporary designation given by the registrar indicating that the final grade has not been submitted by the instructor. When the final grade is filed in the office of the Registrar, that Z grade will replace the Z.

ASSESSMENT: the Instructor will evaluate students work as follows:

Description: Active Participation Presentations Homework Mid-term paper Final paper, drawing(s), journal, collection Percentage: 20% 20% 20% 15% 25% Date due

26 March 7 May

Students and Instructors will be asked to evaluate the course in a form to be handed out during week 7 of the term. Assessment Tool (++ = key tool; + = secondary tool, x = not used)
Presentations 20% Homework/ 20% MidTerm Paper 15% Final paper 20%%

Active Participation 20%

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Activities
Project groups, Videos, Group activities, Internet searches, Excursions, Student & guest presentations, Final paper / work.

ACADEMIC POLICIES
University policies are provided in the current course catalog and course schedules. They are also available on the university website. This course is governed by the Universitys published policies. Please use the following link to see a complete overview of Webster Leidens Policies and Procedures: http://www.webster.nl/students/policies/academicpolicies Academic Honesty: The University is committed to high standards of academic honesty. Students will be held responsible for violations of these standards. Please refer to the universitys academic honesty policies for a definition of academic dishonesty and potential disciplinary actions associated with it. Drop / Withdraw: Please be aware that, should you choose to drop or withdraw from a course; the date on which you notify the University of your decision will determine the amount of tuition refund you receive. Please refer to the university policies on drops and withdrawals (published elsewhere) to find out what the deadlines are for dropping a course with a full refund and for withdrawing from a course with a partial refund. Special Services: If you have registered as a student with a documented disability and are entitled to classroom or testing accommodations, please inform the Instructor at the beginning of the course of the accommodations you will require in this class so that these can be provided. Disturbances: Since every student is entitled to full participation in class without interruption, disruption of class by inconsiderate behavior is not acceptable. Students are expected to treat the instructor and other students with dignity and respect, especially in cases where a diversity of opinion arises. Students who engage in disruptive behavior are subject to disciplinary action, including removal from the course. Student Papers Retained: Student assignments and/or projects will be retained by the University for the purpose of academic assessment. Contact Hours: It is essential that all classes meet for the full instructional time as scheduled and that is: 43 contact hours for undergraduate semester classes (includes 8 hours project work); 32 contact hours for undergraduate term classes; 36 contact hours for graduate level classes. A class cannot be shortened in length. If a class session is cancelled for any reason, it must be rescheduled. Study Load per course: 8-week classes - students are expected to spend approximately 17 hours per week (21 hours including class time). 16-week classes students are expected to spend approximately 7,5 hours per week (10 hours including class time). Attendance, Participation, Assignments: Students are required to attend all classes and participate actively. Grading will partly reflect this. Class participation accounts for roughly 20% of the total grade. All classes include assignments (such as presentations or papers). Students must report to the instructor all assistance they received and all sources they used in carrying out their assignments. Otherwise they will fail the course and may also face other penalties. Auditors: are expected to attend all classes and actively participate in all aspects of the course, including mid-term and final exams, and will be provided with a Certificate of Achievement. First Class: The first session of a course is very important and cannot be missed. Therefore, in accordance with student guidelines on attendance, the instructor can request that students missing the first class without valid reason, and without having obtained permission beforehand, be dropped from the course. For this course, the instructor has requested that this rule is enforced. Partial Absence: At the discretion of the Instructor, grading can be reduced for students who regularly arrive late for class and/or leave class early.

Pass/Fail Option (for undergraduate students only):

In limited situations it is possible to take elective courses on a pass/fail basis rather than being graded with an A, B, C, D, or F grade. Students who wish to be graded on a Pass/Fail basis, and whose instructor agrees to this, must submit their request in writing (e-mail is fine) to their advisor by the end of the second week of class.

Exam Office Policy (for undergraduate students): The University applies strict deadline regulations. Deadlines are set by
the instructor and are listed (date and time) in the course syllabus. All written assignments weighted 20% or more must be submitted not to the instructor but to examoffice@webster.nl. Assignments received after the deadline will be subject to a penalty: if received after the deadline but within 24 hours, the University recommends instructors to downgrade the assignment by one letter grade. The Exam Office does not accept assignments in undergraduate programs that are submitted more than 24 hours after the deadline, and consequently these will receive a failing grade. Faculty may, under documented circumstances and with the consent of the academic director, accept late work to be graded. If students cannot meet the deadline for valid reasons (beyond the students control, such as illness or other extenuating circumstances), the student must submit a Request for Extended Deadline form which can be downloaded from the student section on the website. Based on the reason and evidence given, the instructor is alerted and decides, in consultation with both the advisor and Head of Department, on a new deadline. Normally extensions are approved for a maximum of two weeks. Exams: Students must seek permission from the Academic Director in order to take either mid-term or final exams on a date other than that set by the Instructor. Incomplete Work Incompletes (grades of "I") will only be allowed if agreed with the instructor and officially documented with an Agreement to Complete form (available from your advisor). If no such agreement has been documented, incomplete grades will automatically revert to F two weeks after the end of term. Instructors are actively encouraged not to accept students' work after the end of term. If a student's work has been delayed by causes beyond his/her control, an agreement to complete will normally be for a period of two weeks. Further extensions require the approval of the academic director; graduate-level integrated studies (coded 6000) will be exempt from this rule. It is the student's responsibility to complete the course within the specified time.

Plagiarism is using another persons words or ideas without telling the reader. This applies not only to books and articles, but
also to sources from the internet, or copying work from your fellow students. Those who are discovered cheating or plagiarizing will normally receive a failing grade for the entire course and may even be subject to dismissal. Please dont fall into this trap. Use in-text citations and include a bibliography in all your papers. (For more information, use the link to Policies and Procedures above). Please respect your sources, your audience and yourself. Note: WIKIPEDIA is NOT a source for academic referencing and can only be used in conjunction with other source referencing.

WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Homework, subjects to be dealt with in the lesson, assignments, presentations, and examinations

Total study load for a semester course is 10 hours a week, with approx. 7,5 hours a week for self-study. Term courses (8 weeks) require 21 hours a week, with approx. 17 for self-study. Public holidays in Spring 2014: Good Friday Friday 18 april 2014 Easter Monday Monday 21 april 2014 Date: Lesson 1 15 January, 2014 Machteld Aardse Time 15:00 17:30

Introduction to Drawing with a focus on (self) portraits - Introduction to the course, a discussion of expectations, goals and ideas. - Discussion of midterm, final project, milestones and deadlines. - Sketchbooks for journals will be handed out, and examples of artist journals shown - Students will begin this course with a quick exercise on paper - Get to know each other: bring a touchstone object or image into class, through which you can tell a story about yourself - Examples of Self portraits done by artists - Every student will present an exhibition during the course, with the focus on portraits. We will plan the dates - Drawing session: draw each others touch stone. A first practice of techniques: the line, shadow & light, still life.
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Bring / Prepare - Look up a drawing in a book or online (e.g. in online inventories of a museum), pick one which appeals to you and bring it to class - Pencils and erasers - Bring a touchstone, object or image into class, to introduce your self.

Date: Lesson 2
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22 January, 2014 Time: Anne Verhoijsen: guest teacher Subject: self portrait work with paper

15:00 17:30

Bring / Prepare: draw every day a self-portrait at the same time of the day. Write a little story, note or poem with each portrait on a separate page Note: play with the light! 29 January, 2014 Time: 15:00 17:30

Date: Lesson 3
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Guest lecture by Anne Verhoijsen More info to be announced in class

Date: Lesson 4

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15:00 17:30 5 February 2014 Time: Fieldtrip Museum Het Rembrandthuis with Anne Verhoijsen and Machteld Aardse Guide: Aerrnout Hagen Choose 2 portraits by Rembrandt from the exhibition and 2 of the pupils, copy them, write about them and make one new drawing inspired by them for the next classes Prepare visit Museum Het Rembrandthuis see books in library Exhibition Rembrandt, old drawings, new names about Rembrandt and his pupils http://www.rembrandthuis.nl/ a blog: http://www.artsholland.com/blog/rembrandt-tour Make notes or record during the visit, as you will use them in a later stage

Date: Lesson 5
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12 February, 2014 Time: 15:00 17:30 Anne Verhoijsen creative work with basic materials Bring into class: 4 drawings, your hand made copies of Rembrandts portraits and his pupils; written text about the originals, that you used as an example for copying, will be added for the 26th of Feb, . Email: summary in which you write about your reflections combining the experience of the visit to the Rembrandthuis. Send this both to: machteldaardse@gmail.com & anneverhoijsen@gmail.com

Date: Project Week

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Week of February 17-21, 2014

Time:

TBA

Activities per major, organized by your Department Head. Details to follow from the Head of your Department

Date: Lesson 6
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Time: 15:00 17:30 26 February, 2014 Laura Smeets and Daantje Stofefalk (curators) Prepare interview / presentation about their collaboration and exhibition project vainglory Email: written text about the originals of Rembrandt and his pupils, that you used as an example for your copys, and bring your new drawing inspired by the 4 originals. Present all on a table each: your drawings, texts and touchstone

Date: Lesson 7

15:00 17:30 5 March, 2014 Time: - Feedback visit Rembrandthuis, classes with Anne Verhoijsen and presentation of Laura Smeets and Daantje Stofefalk - Present the writings and drawings done with Anne Verhoijsen. - & feedback Hand in / Email reflections on the drawing sessions with Anne Verhoijsen and the presentation of Laura and Daantje; include your own examples / references. You can make it as an artwork or pure text (min. 2 pages) 15:00 17:30 19 March, 2014 Time: Student presentation(s): art exhibtion Portraits presentations and videos - Porum van Mokum http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6V6vxOUvCw - Arie Schippers Making Mandela http://www.arieschippers.nl/extra/documentary_f.html

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Date: Lesson 8

- Workshop: Practice of techniques: form - Model drawing. Exercise 1 minute drawings and 10 minute drawings
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Bring your beloved text and photo to the class. Bring the original and several photocopies. This can be a part of a book; song; poem. We will work with this during the workshop

Midterm papers are required to be emailed directly to: examoffice@webster.nl by 26 March and by 17:00 hours. Hand in a.) review in which you write about your reflections combining the experience of the visit to the Rembrandthuis, the drawing sessions with Anne Verhoijsen and the presentation by Laura and Daante; include your own examples / references. Add your own drawings. (min.4 pages) b.) project proposal: what you wish to show in the exhibtion for the final

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Week of March 10-14, 2014

Spring break (no classes)

Date: Lesson 9
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15:00 17:30 26 March, 2014 Time: Student presentation(s): artist exhibition Workshop: drawing -> Human movement drawing Bring in your favorite and most despised song into the class Bring a song that you used to listen to as a child Bring a poem Bring a recipe of your mother or grandmother Reading to be announced

Date: Lesson 10
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15:00 17:30 2 April, 2014 Time: Femke Kempkes (visual artist / sculptor) Drawing 3-D Do research on Femke Kempkes, what does she do and what is her portfolio. How does she relate to drawing? Prepare and write down some questions for discussion, which can connect to your own fascination. Also see how drawing relates to space. 9 April, 2014 Time: Femke Kempkes Workshop Drawing 3-D making malls Reading to be announced 15:00 17:30

Date: Lesson 11
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Date: Lesson 12
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15:00 17:30 16 April, 2014 Time: Student presentation(s): artist exhibition Presentation of all the work How can you make a self-portrait of all the material? Hand in / email: summary on the presentation and workshop of Femke Kempkes. Include what you learned and what is says about you. Reading to be announced Week of April 21-25, 2014 Time:

Date: Project Week

Activities per major, organized by your Department Head. TBA Details to follow from the Head of your Department 15:00 17:30 30 April, 2014 Time: Webster LLC - Discussion & presentation of visits Organization of the final presentation Organize texts for the show, invitation and flyer Extra Presentation by Malia Bloedon (Head Webster Gallery)

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Date: Lesson 13

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- Bring all material for the expo. What are you showing and how are you going to show it. 15:00 17:30 7 May, 2014 Time: GUEST LECTURE: Sandra Boer Art Partner Conclusion / presentation of artist portraits Expo: drawings & texts / photos etc. Presentation of final works / papers Sandra Boer will be the jury for the final works and give her honest feedback

Date: Lesson 14

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Note: you have sent to the exam office: - a scan of your favorite self-portrait done in class - all the written homework done - a written statement and analysis of your own drawing, in which you account for your choices in the process of your artwork. This will include references to literature and artworks. You can make something beautiful out of this. - a scan or photo of your created drawing, art work or project for the show The expo will be officially opened - the small texts for the show

Final papers are required to be emailed directly to: examoffice@webster.nl by 7 May and by 17:00 hours.

Additional Information on the course:

Two lessons will be taken care of by artist teacher Anne Verhoijsen

The schedule may be adjusted to meet the needs of the students The syllabus may be revised at the discretion of the instructor CONNECTIONS: A Webster.edu account is set up for each student and all Webster email correspondence to students will be sent to students Webster.edu addresses.