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MACA 2190 - Figure Illustration 2

Credit Hours: 4.00
(6 contact hrs)
(3 credit hrs prior to Fall 2005) Advanced study of figure illustration as applied in book, magazine, advertising, and other commercial area; assigned problems using materials and techniques required by mass reproduction processes. May be taken two times for credit with the approval of a Media & Communication Arts advisor.

Prerequisites:
 

Prerequisite: MACA-1090

OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome A: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate an aesthetic sensibility in regard to illustrating the human figure.

Objectives:

  1. Illustrate the bone and muscle structure of the human anatomy.
  2. Apply various media used in mass reproduction (line ink and pencil, wash, charcoal, markers, acrylics, watercolor, etc.).
  3. Draw the figure fully clothed displaying comprehension of anatomy, weight, balance, and drapery.
  4. Assemble a reference file from actual photos and other photo sources.
  5. Draw a proportioned / commercial 8 headed male and female figure in the anterior, posterior, and lateral view.
  6. Demonstrate foreshortening.
  7. Identify light and shadow of round and angular human forms.
  8. Draw proportioned hand studies.
  9. Draw the human head in different views so as to capture a likeness.

Outcome B: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate technical skills to create commercial figure illustrations.

Objectives:

  1. Draw the figure with a limited color palette.
  2. Draw the figure in full color.
  3. Demonstrate techniques of fashion illustration.
  4. Draw children.
  5. Draw the proportional figure in various media for commercial reproduction.
  6. Render the effect of light on the human form.

Outcome C: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate research and organizational skills as they apply to developing full color illustrations.

Objectives:

  1. Explain light and shadow of round and angular human forms.
  2. Identify current illustrators and illustrative trends.
  3. Illustrate the figure as it relates to problem solving with current visual communication trends.
COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES
(Bulleted outcomes apply to the course)

  1. The graduate can integrate the knowledge and technological skills necessary to be a successful learner.
  • 2. The graduate can demonstrate how to think competently.
  • 3. The graduate can demonstrate how to employ mathematical knowledge.
  • 4. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.
  1. The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.
COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE
  1. Introduction
    1. Classroom etiquette
    2. Attendance policy
    3. Departmental codes
    4. Materials
  2. Gesture
  3. Motion
  4. Limited Palette
  5. Form and Cast Shadow
  6. Core and Reflected Light
  7. Skeletal Bones
  8. Muscles
  9. Full Color
  10. Emotion
  11. Proportion
  12. Anatomy
  13. Linear
  14. Tonal
  15. Monochromatic
  16. Value Grid
  17. Texture
  18. Features
  19. Likeness
  20. Caricature
  21. Book Cover
  22. Artist Study
  23. Mixed Media
  24. Sketchbook Exercises
    1. Drawing from life
    2. Anatomy studies
    3. Artist Studies
Primary Faculty
Busch, Matthew S
Secondary Faculty

Associate Dean
Hinrichsen, Timothy

Official Course Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088


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