ART 0040B. Printmaking II

Units: 3
Prerequisite: Completion of ART 40A with grade of "C" or better
Hours: 90 (36 lecture, 54 laboratory)
Further in-depth study of printmaking processes. Direct practice in relief, intaglio, collagraph, monotype, and digital prints and transfers. Exploration of traditional and contemporary printmaking practices. Techniques of creating and labeling print editions. Students practice skills required to work in a shared studio environment using an etching press, and practice hand-pressing using various implements. Most inks used are soy-based and non-toxic. (CSU, UC)

ART 0040B - Printmaking II

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Catalog Description Prerequisite: Completion of ART 40A with grade of "C" or better Hours: 90 (36 lecture, 54 laboratory) Description: Further in-depth study of printmaking processes. Direct practice in relief, intaglio, collagraph, monotype, and digital prints and transfers. Exploration of traditional and contemporary printmaking practices. Techniques of creating and labeling print editions. Students practice skills required to work in a shared studio environment using an etching press, and practice hand-pressing using various implements. Most inks used are soy-based and non-toxic. (CSU, UC) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Critique prints using relevant studio terminology. CSLO #2: Create unique prints in multiple colors. CSLO #3: Use proper health and safety procedures in the use of tools, inks, and equipment. CSLO #4: Create multiple prints as part of an edition and varied edition. Effective Term Fall 2024 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 90 Outside of Class Hours 72 Total Student Learning Hours 162 Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Analyze historical and contemporary prints in relation to traditional and new (including digital) printmaking processes. 2. Analyze a variety of printmaking papers in relation to various printmaking techniques. 3. Evaluate a wider range of materials and techniques including, serigraph and lithography. 4. Explain safety techniques as it relates to studio practices using the tools, inks and solvents, as well as print processes such as of aquatint, serigraph, lithography and digital media. 5. Diagram and analyze compositional structures of traditional and modern prints using reproductions and original prints. 6. Evaluate and analyze the works of traditional and contemporary masters of printmaking to incorporate their techniques into the students' own creations. Laboratory Objectives: 1. Create multiple-plate monochromatic prints combining at least two printmaking techniques, such as monotype and aquatint. 2. Create and maintain a sketchbook/journal emphasizing personal expression and self-directed, rather than instructor-directed, goals. 3. Create original multiple-color prints in larger formats demonstrating an advanced understanding of the techniques of relief, intaglio, collagraph and monotype. 4. Evaluate the relationship of the students' self-directed art works with the objective principles of aesthetics in traditional and contemporary printmaking techniques. 6. Create a portfolio of self-directed original prints. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information CSU Transferable UC Transferable Methods of Evaluation Objective Examinations Example: Students will take a safety quiz. Student must pass quiz to continue on to processes with class. Sample question: Write the correct order of placement for the following items on the press bed starting with what is put down first: Plexiglas, paper, cover newsprint, registration, blankets. Projects Example: Students will create and present their prints. Students will be evaluated on: a. the esthetic and technical abilities of their prints; b. participation in class critiques; c. presentation of their artwork in a portfolio; d. their participation in group discussions; e. choices of techniques and materials to create their prints. Skill Demonstrations Example: During critiques students will demonstrate that they have acquired skill sets for each assignment by submitting a project using the assigned technique. For example, students will complete an assignment using the relief process. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lab: A. instructor will demonstrate how to combine several traditional with non-traditional printmaking processes. B. Based upon instructor examples and using an assignment developed and explained by the instructor, students will build their portfolio using and combining traditional (Relief, Intaglio, Collagraph, Planographic, Stencil) with non-traditional processes (ink jet, laser print and digital), developing a multi-layered print. Instructor will lead class in a critique of each portfolio. Lecture: A. Using PowerPoint slides and physical examples, instructor will describe, provide examples of, and demonstrate how to combine traditional with non-traditional printmaking processes. B. As a part of the presentation, students will ask and be asked clarifying questions in a discussion of the material. Distance Learning Visually oriented lecture describing and showing examples of historical and contemporary prints in relation to traditional and new (including digital) printmaking processes. Student create a portfolio of self-directed original prints and post these prints to the discussion board to be critiqued through written format using relevant terminology. Active and relevant participation includes students responding to each others’ comments in the discussion board. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read reviews of various gallery/museum shows. Evaluate and be prepared to discuss in class. 2. Read about a documented artist and give an oral presentation about their work in class. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Write a critique on a museum or gallery show that you have visited. 2. Prepare and submit for evaluation a portfolio of art work completed during the semester. Include a written critique of the work. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1. Prepare an artwork done independently from class utilizing skills learned during the semester. Required Materials Printmaking: A Complete Guide to Materials & Processes Author: Bill Fick, Beth Grabowski Publisher: Laurence King Publishing Publication Date: 2015 Text Edition: Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: The Complete Printmaker Author: Ross/Romano/Ross Publisher: The Free Press Publication Date: 1990 Text Edition: Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: The Printmaking Bible: The Complete Guide to Materials and Techniques Author: Ann D'Arcy Hughes & Hebe Vernon- Morris Publisher: Chronicle Books, Inc. Publication Date: 2008 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Printmaking + Mixed Media Author: Dorit Elisha Publisher: Interweave Press Publication Date: 2009 Text Edition: Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Non-toxic Printmaking (Printmaking Handbooks) Author: Mark Graver Publisher: Herbert Press Publication Date: January 28, 2020 Text Edition: Reissue edition Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.

MUS 0040B - Beginning Piano II

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Catalog Description Prerequisite: Completion of MUS 40A with grade of "C" or better or equivalent piano skill with permission of instructor Hours: 54 (36 lecture, 18 laboratory) Description: Continuation of MUS 40A using more advanced materials. Developing skills in harmonizing a melody, playing scales, sight-reading, chord inversions and repertoire. (CSU, UC) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Select appropriate primary chords to harmonize a diatonic melody. CSLO #2: Perform C, G, D, A, E, B, F, Bb, Eb, Ab scales with appropriate fingerings, spanning two octaves with both hands. CSLO #3: nalyze the inversions of primary triads in a given piece. Effective Term Spring 2021 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 54 Outside of Class Hours 54 Total Student Learning Hours 108 Course Objectives LECTURE OBJECTIVES: 1. Select appropriate primary chords to harmonize a diatonic melody. 2. Create an accompaniment for a blues progression. 3. Analyze the inversions of primary triads in a given piece of music. 4. Identify and play three forms of a minor scale. 5. Demonstrate critical thinking skills through reflection on progress in practicing scales and analyzing repertoire. 6. Trace the origins and historical development of the piano and piano notation. 7. Critique a piano performance and the interpretive choices of both performer and composer using standard musical terminology. LABORATORY OBJECTIVES: 1. Review and play the 5-finger patterns and Primary Triads in any given major key. 2. Perform C, G, D, A, E, B, F, Bb, Eb, Ab, scales with appropriate fingerings, two octaves with both hands. 3. Create an accompaniment for a blues progression in a given key. 4. Perform major and relative minor scales in C, G, D, A, E, B, F and Bb, Eb, Ab. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability AA/AS - Fine Arts CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information CSU Transferable UC Transferable Methods of Evaluation Objective Examinations Example: 1. Notate major scales in various keys for two octaves with correct fingering. 2. Define various expression terms for tempo and dynamics. Problem Solving Examinations Example: 1. Create specified major key signatures and their relative minors. 2. Identify and/or create various chords in inversions with correct figured bass symbols. Skill Demonstrations Example: 1. Demonstrate the harmonization of each tone in a major scale using only primary triads. 2. Perform two minor scales in a specified key. Show which notes are altered in the melodic minor and harmonic minor forms of those scales. Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Laboratory Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Lab: Instructor will demonstrate correct fingering for B major scale, isolating correct fingering and thumb crossings. Students will practice in class for 5 minutes, then perform. Instructor will demonstrate arpeggios for right hand and left hand in two octaves in various sharp keys with correct fingering. Students will practice in class for 10 minutes to perform arpeggios in sharp keys on demand hands separately. Lecture: The instructor will discuss primary chords, and will demonstrate how to use them when transposing a piece of music from one key to another. Examples and uses of transposition for piano, voice and other instruments will be discussed. Students will practice examples of transposition from various pieces, both individually and as a group. The instructor will interact with individuals as requested and lead the group as a whole. Students will prepare for a test on transposition by writing out pieces in different keys for homework. Through using an understanding of keys and intervals students will be able to play simple transpositions at the keyboard and develop sight-reading and critical thinking skills simultaneously. Instructor will present a piano piece with students watching the score as it is played. Instructor will ask questions to reveal patterns perceived melodically and rhythmically. Instructor will then assign specific short musical pieces for students to analyze and discuss in class. Distance Learning The above lecture/discussion activities will be presented via video lectures posted on Canvas and/or Collabra. The above laboratory activities will take place via Collabra and/or Canvas. Instead of performing live for class, students will record themselves playing scales and arpeggios assigned by the instructor. Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1) Read about triads and analyze chord types in a piece currently being studied. 2) Read a selected article about a piano technique for playing scales and report observations. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1) Perform a memorized piano piece in class. 2) Keep a journal to record practice history and thoughts about the practice process. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) 1) Attend a public piano performance and/or faculty recital and write a report of observations. Required Materials Introduction to Piano: Class Piano for Adult Beginners Author: Donna Geilow McFarland Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishers Platform Publication Date: 2013 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: Contemporary Class Piano Author: Elyse Mach Publisher: Oxford University Press Publication Date: 2015 Text Edition: 8th Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: Piano Scales, Chords and Arpeggios Lessons, Beginner to Advanced Author: Damon Ferrante Publisher: Steeplechase Arts Publication Date: 2013 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.