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Johns Hopkins University | AS.371.134

Oil Painting II

2.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(4.75)

Students who have mastered basic painting skills undertake sustained projects, including portrait and plein air landscape work. Slide lectures and handouts deepen students' appreciation of representational traditions. Advanced techniques, materials, and compositional issues are also investigated. Recommended Course Background: AS.371.133 or equivalent. Approval for this course will be considered after enrollment in SIS; no need to email.

Fall 2012

Professor: Barbara Gruber

(4.75)

The best aspects of this course included the different art projects and the creative atmosphere that was created for students. The worst aspect of this course was the amount of time needed to do the projects, which moved quickly and felt rushed at times. The course would improve if less time were spent on watching videos in class and perhaps more time were allotted to starting the projects ahead of time. The students also recommend more introductions to different types of art through lessons and perhaps field trips. Prospective students should know that this course requires no previous art background and is a fun art class that will get them to think in new and exciting ways.