2880 - Experimental Landscape: Mixed Media

Course Description

Landscapes and the natural world are some of the oldest, most quintessential inspirations for artists; however, this subject matter can easily fall into cliché. Set at Tillinghast Place, this course allows students to search for answers and reinvigorate their connection to today's complex natural landscape, resulting in contemporary interpretations and representations. Students create imagery that reflects individual interests in nature -- both representational and metaphorical -- while using methods such as drawing, painting and collage in direct and immediate ways. Pencil, watercolor, ink and paper are some of the media used, and students are able to integrate their own media. Students generate quick and spontaneous images while investigating alternative ways to express themselves with image making. Bookmaking possibilities are also explored, as students compile a series of final images that reflect their unique and contemporary relationship with the natural world. Note: Work is done onsite (weather permitting).

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Animation Certificate : Electives
• Graphic Design Certificate : Electives
• Interactive Design Certificate : Electives
• Natural Science Illustration Certificate : Electives
• Painting Studies Certificate : Electives
• Photography Certificate : Electives