This document provides information about an introductory painting course offered at Alvernia University. The course will take place over 5 weeks from May 12 to July 2, 2014 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30 PM to 7:50 PM. The course objectives are to learn oil painting techniques, elements of art and principles of design, and principles of visual representation. Requirements include attendance, participation in critiques, completing painting assignments from observation, and independent sketching. The grading policy is based on points earned from projects, critiques, and sketching. The course schedule outlines still life, interior, and final projects to be completed over the sessions.

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ALVERNIA UNIVERSITY
Art 208 - 50 Mr. Ilya Lerner
Painting I Ilya.Lerner@alvernia.edu
Mod 5, May 12 - July 2, 2014 Art Studio
Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30 PM – 7:50 PM
UNIVERSITY OBJECTIVES
All courses at Alvernia are designed to foster the Core Franciscan Values of service, humility,
peacemaking, contemplation, and collegiality, as set forth by Alvernia’s Mission Statement, as well
as to promote the General Objectives as outlined in the University Catalog.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
An introductory course in painting. The main emphasis is on representation of 3D objects
through 2D shapes through painting from observation.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
1. To learn some of techniques and materials of oil painting and develop necessary manipulative
skills.
2. To get familiarized with some of the elements of art and principles of design: Line, Shape,
Value, Texture, Color / Light, Text, Form, Balance, Unity, Rhythm, Repetition, Variation,
Pattern.
3. To develop understanding of some of Principles of Visual Representation: Color theory,
composition, perspective, value contrast, value transitions, edge treatment, textural variation,
tone and color harmony.
4. To learn how to discuss artwork through participation in critiques.
COPYRIGHT RESTRICTION
Copyright Restriction: Materials used in conjunction with this course may be subject to copyright
protection under Title 17 of the United States Code. Under certain Fair Use circumstances specified
by law, copies may be made for private study, scholarship, or research. Electronic copies should not
be shared with unauthorized users. If a user fails to comply with Fair Use restrictions, he/she may be
liable for copyright infringement. For more information, including Fair Use guidelines, see the
Alvernia University Copyright and Fair Use Policy:
http://www.alvernia.edu/library/library_resources/copyright_policy.html

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Technology Requirements
Students are responsible for communications software and internet service. There are both
minimum and suggested requirements for computer setup. The Blackboard learning management
system, where students access their online courses, is accessible through the Alvernia Website at
http://www.alvernia.edu/logins
Students who enroll in Alvernia online courses must possess basic computer skills and have
regular access to appropriate computer hardware, software and Internet connectivity in order to
fully participate in coursework
PC-based Minimum Suggested
Processor Core2Duo i5 or i7
OS Windows XP Windows 7
RAM 1 GB 4 GB
Disk space 100 GB 250 GB or higher
Connection DSL Broadband, Cable
Browser Microsoft IE 7 Microsoft IE 7,8,9 Firefox 12,
Chrome
Java 6.29 7 update 4
Mac-based Minimum Suggested
Processor Core2Duo i5 or i7
OS Tiger 10.4 Snow Leopard 10.6 or Lion
RAM 1 GB 4 GB
Disk space 100 GB 250 GB or higher
Connection DSL Broadband, Cable
Browser Safari 4.0 Safari 5.1.2, Firefox 12,
Chrome
Java 6.29 7 update 4
Free programs, tools and media players
Below is a list of free downloadable browsers, programs and players that can be used to help you
through your online learning experience.
Mozilla Firefox - web browser Google Chrome - web browser JAVA - required for Blackboard
and Wimba to function properly Adobe Reader - to view pdf files. Macromedia Flash Player - to
view video podcasts Windows Media (players, encoders and codes) QuickTime Player - to view
and stream multimedia VLC Video Lan Player. – best free multimedia player Skype – to
communicate by audio, chat and video Join.me - share your desktop screen
Additional recommended technologies can be found on our Website at:
http://de.alvernia.edu/resources/technologies/

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COURSE FORMAT
This is a studio course, it has no on-line components. At Alvernia University, an online course
delivers 75% or more of the content electronically; a blended course delivers 30%-75% of the
content electronically; and a web-enhanced course delivers less than 30% of the content
electronically. Online/blended/web-enhanced courses are conducted through asynchronous and
synchronous tools. In asynchronous class sessions, materials and discussion are accessed through
a course management program called Blackboard. Additional online resources, tools, and
activities may be integrated into the course delivery. In synchronous class sessions, materials and
discussions are conducted through audio conferencing and/or videoconferencing using a service
called Horizon Wimba. If a student is unable to attend a synchronous session, the audio and/or
video sessions are archived for later retrieval. In addition to the course instructor, a librarian and
an educational technologist are embedded with each online and blended course for assistance
with student questions and mentoring pertaining to online resources and technical issues.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
1. Attendance/Participation
Due to studio nature of the class, attendance and participation are vital to fulfilling the course.
Excessive lateness or absence will result in a lower grade. More than one absence will affect the final
grade, 10% for each occurrence. A lot of instruction happens in the very beginning of class. Be on
time..3 lates will be counted as an absence. In order to create the best learning environment,
mutual respect is expected. No eating in class. No cell phone use in class.
2. Assignments
Assignments are based on still-life, interior, figurative and other projects. Typically, one project is
expected to be completed in two class sessions. Each project will be graded.
3. Sketching
Students are required to keep a sketchbook and sketch between classes as a homework.
Sketchbook should be brought to every class and presented to instructor for evaluation.
4. Accommodationsfor LearningDisabilities
Special Needs Students
The University determines its ability to meet the specific requests of special needs students on a case-
by-case basis. Reasonable accommodations, as defined by Act 504 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA), are provided when students self-identify and provide documentation to the

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University’s Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator. The ADA Director is located in BH 1121-
A. Details on academic support for special needs students can be found in the Academic Support
Services section of this catalog.
ADA Accommodations
In accordance with Act 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans With Disabilities Act
(“ADA”), the University offers accommodations to students with documented learning, physical
and/or psychological disabilities. It is the responsibility of the student to contact the ADA
coordinator, preferably prior to the beginning of the semester, to initiate the accommodation process
and to notify instructors as soon as possible to develop an accommodation plan. Course requirements
will not be waived but, if possible, reasonable accommodations will be made to allow each student to
meet course requirements. Students needing assistance should contact the ADA Director, BH 1121-A
(610.568.1499) .
GRADING POLICY
All students will receive a final grade on a point system. All requirements must be met satisfactorily.
Each project is 10%, final project 20%, critique participation 10% and independent sketching 10%.
No incompletes will be given for this course.
Undergraduate Grading Policy
The University provides the following guidelines for grade assignments. Final grade assignments are
at the discretion of the faculty member.
A 94-100 C 73-76 P Passing Grade
A- 90-93 C- 70-72 I Incomplete
B+ 87-89 D+ 67-69 WP Withdrawal/Pass
B 83-86 D 63-66 WF Withdrawal/Fail
B- 80-82 D- 60-62 AU Audit
C+ 77-79 F Failure
It is the student’s responsibility to check Alvernia and Blackboard mail, message accounts on a
regular basis. Failure to check these accounts are not an acceptable excuse for missing important
information/deadlines that may be communicated by faculty or staff of Alvernia University. It is
highly encouraged that students enroll in the electronic emergency notification system called
e2Campus (www.alvernia.edu).
COURSE SCHEDULE
(Subject to change)
May 12 - Introductory Class. Discussion of Syllabus. Studio environment. Brief overview of
materials and techniques. Black and white still-life.
May 14 – Black and white still-life.
May 19 - Still-life in warm colors.
May 21 – Still-life in warm colors.
May 26 - Memorial Day
May 28 - Still-life on cool colors.

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June 2 - Still-life in cool colors.
June 4 - Sketch each other painting.
June 9 - Still-life in primary colors.
June 11 - Still-life in primary colors.
June 16 - Interior.
June 18 - Interior.
June 23 - Final project.
June 25 - Final project .
June 30 - Final project .
July 2 - Final critique.