Exploring Space & Place: Watercolor Painting in Paris, France Clint Samples Professor of Art Associate Dean for Special Projects College of Arts and Humanities University of West Georgia csamples@westga.edu Important Class Information: The first class will be held at Middle Georgia State University. Pre-departure assignments will be given and class details will be provided. Keep in mind that a substantial amount of work will be completed before departing for Paris. Extra costs are included in this class. There is no required text book but there will be museum entry fees while in Paris and a supply kit. The supply list will cost around $85+/- including tax and shipping. Students have two options for purchasing supplies: 1) Online at www.dickblick.com or in store at Hobby Lobby. Dick Blick is a large art supply store with good prices and the list includes items with direct web links to help you avoid any confusion. Photos are also included if you choose to buy supplies from Hobby Lobby. See the detailed supply list in the following pages for details and pricing information. The supply list is limited to the essential items. Supplies were selected to accommodate field trips and travel to and from various locations. Please get a backpack to carry your supplies in. Try not to deviate from this list. If you choose to purchase supplies elsewhere, I cannot guarantee that you will get good results on your paintings while we are in France. Email me if you have questions and keep in mind that you may have to purchase additional paper at a local art store in Paris if you run out. Please have your supplies with you at our May meeting. Course Objectives: Paint and sketch in Paris, France! This class will introduce students to drawing and watercolor painting while studying abroad in the historic city of Paris, France. Course content includes in-class presentations about the history of watercolors in addition to watercolor lessons and demonstrations. Students will visit the art museums of Paris and paint on site at various locations within the city such as the Louvre and Tuileries Gardens. Emphasis will be placed on direct observation, composition, color, and drawing. The course is designed for all levels of students.
Learning Outcomes: Apply the elements of design (line, shape, color, texture, space, form) and relevant issues to the creation of works of art using water-based media. Apply the principles of design (unity, variety, balance, rhythm, emphasis, proportion & scale) and relevant issues to the creation of works of art using water-based media. Demonstrate the ability to synthesize various watercolor methods, techniques, and approaches to create unique and original watercolor works. Observe reflect on the culture and surroundings while studying in Paris, France. Incorporate the culture and surroundings of Paris as subject matter for watercolor paintings. Evaluate one s work and the work of others, either verbally or in writing through individual or group critiques. Attendance/Punctuality Policy Every absence that is not excused by the Program Directors results in the drop of a letter grade. Three tardies equal one absence. Expectations: I expect you to have good work habits and time management skills. I expect you to come to class prepared. I expect you to be courteous to your fellow students and to me during class. I expect you to be engaged in class. I expect you to do more than you are asked to do. Give 110% on every assignment. I don t expect masterpieces but I do expect hard work. I expect you to enjoy your time painting and exploring in Paris, France! Academic Honesty: Plagiarism (reproducing ideas, words, or statements without giving proper credit to original sources), multiple submissions (submitting the same work for different courses), and collusion (allowing someone else to do the work for you) will not be tolerated. If you plagiarize or cheat, you will fail this course and be referred to your college Dean for disciplinary action. Your essays will be submitted to turnitin.com, a plagiarism detection database. Remind App: I plan to use the Remind app to communicate with you before we depart and while we are in Paris. I ll use the app to send important announcements, links to videos, tutorials, etc. UWG s Course Den (D2L) Access: Students will have access to class content in UWG s Course Den D2L online learning system. Video s, class content, pre-paris assignments, etc will be available for students to use. Check it frequently during May and June. Tentative Field Trip Schedule: 1. Field Trip 1: The Louvre (draw in the Richelieu Wing), Depart: 9am Return: 4pm, Louvre Admission 17/$21, Transportation: Metro. Lunch at a nearby cafe or restaurant. 2. Field Trip 2: Jardin des Luxembourg, Depart:9:30am Return: 4pm Admission 10/$13 Transportation: Metro. Lunch at a nearby cafe or restaurant. 3. Field Trip 3: Pere Lachaise Cemetery, Depart: 9am Return:4pm Admission Free Transportation: Metro. Lunch at a nearby cafe or restaurant. 4. Field Trip 4: Morning: Musee Rodin & Afternoon: Army Museum, Depart:9:30am Return: 4pm Admission 10/ $13 Transportation: Metro. Lunch at a nearby cafe or restaurant. 5. Field Trip 5: Palace of Versailles, Depart: 9am Return: 4pm Admission Free Transportation: Metro. Lunch at a nearby cafe or restaurant. Field Trips are subject to change with permission from the program directors. See the following pages for the supply list:
OPTION 1: From Dick Blick Art Supply Store Type Brand Item Number Quanity Price (Each) Price (Total) Web Link (Copy and Paste--Add to order basket) Brush Princeton 4350R Size 8 06157-1008 1 $4.31 $4.31 https://www.dickblick.com/items/06157-1008/#photos Brush Princeton 4350R Size 12 06157-1012 1 $7.51 $7.51 https://www.dickblick.com/items/06157-1012/ Paint Set Windsor Newton Field Plus Travel Set 00337-1129 1 $27.49 $27.49 https://www.dickblick.com/items/00337-1129/ Paper Fluid Watercolor Paper Blocks 9x12" 10172-1912 2 $9.99 $19.98 https://www.dickblick.com/items/10172-1216/ Plastic Cups/Tops Twisterz Storage Container (9oz Cups) 62988-1030 2 $2.28 $4.56 https://www.dickblick.com/items/62988-1030/ Eraser Faber-Castle Medium 21019-2610 1 $0.62 $0.62 https://www.dickblick.com/items/21019-2610/ Sharpener Helix Sharpener 21401-0000 1 $1.65 $1.65 https://www.dickblick.com/items/21401-0000/ Pencils Dick Blick "HB" 22220-2110 2 $0.99 $1.98 https://www.dickblick.com/items/22220-2110/ Small Spray Bottle Holbein 02912-1003 1 $2.79 $2.79 https://www.dickblick.com/products/holbein-watercolor-atomizer-bottle/ $70.89 Total Estimated Cost (Tax & Shipping Not included) Recommended/Opitional Items: Paper Strathmore Watercolor Journal 60 pgs 1 Available in store at Hobby Lobby ($20.99) or online at Dick Blick ($13.99): https://www.dickblick.com/items/10184-1055/ Waterproof Pens Faber Castle Pitt Ink Pens 1 Available at Hobby Lobby $4.49 each-i recommend "F" (Fine) or "M" (Medium) Supply Kit: Space & Place: Watercolor Painting In Paris--Clint Samples, Professor of Art, University of West Georgia Students: You have two options for buying supplies: Option 1 is to order online directly from Dick Blick. The weblinks below will take you directly to what you need. You can click the items, place them in your basket and complete the online order. If you order supplies, keep in mind you will need them by our May 12th meeting. Option 2 is to purchase your supplies from Hobby Lobby.The price below is a bit higher because the items are listed at full price. The kit will average around $80 with the 50% off and the coupon (see info below). Please read: I did my best to keep supply costs low and I limited the list to the essential items. I also took into consideration the field trips that we will take and travel to and from various locations. I do encourage you to have a backpack to carry your supplies in. Please do not deviate from this list. If you choose to purchase supplies elsewhere, I cannot guarantee that you will get good results on your paintings while we are in France. Keep in mind that you may have to purchase additional paper at a local art store in Paris if you run out. Again, please have your supplies with you at our May 12th meeting. OPTION 2: From Hobby Lobby Type Brand Item Number Quanity Price (Each) Price (Total) Brush Masters Touch Golden Talkon Size 8 N/A 1 $8.99 $8.99 Brush Masters Touch Golden Talkon Size 12 N/A 1 $12.99 $12.99 Paint Set Windsor Newton Travel Set N/A 1 $35.99 $35.99 Paper Strathmore W'color Spiral Pad 9x12" N/A 2 $11.49 $22.98 Plastic Cups/Tops Twisterz Storage Container (9oz Cups) N/A 2 $3.49 $6.98 Eraser Faber-Castle Medium N/A 1 $1.99 $0.62 Sharpener Helix Sharpener or equivalent N/A 1 $1.99 $1.65 Pencils "HB"or mechanical pencil N/A 2 $0.99 $1.98 Small Art Spray Bottle Hobby Lobby N/A 1 $2.49 $2.79 $94.97 Total Estimated Cost (Tax Not included) Hobby Lobby 40% off one item coupon: https://www.hobbylobby.com/find-savings/weekly-ad?gclid=eaiaiqobchmiplxe0bnw2givsysbch27rwqpeaayasaaegktofd_bwe Using this coupon can be applied to the highest priced item such as the $39.99 paint kit. Also, many of the brushes were 50% off the day I researched supplies.
EXAMPLES OF SUPPLIES; HOBBY LOBBY The travel kit t to the left was chosen because of the colors and palette size. It is pricey but use the 40% off Hobby Lobby Coupon if you purchase your supplies there. Brushes--my advice for brushes: Purchase the two below if you go to Hobby Lobby. DO NOT PURCHASE PACKS OF BRUSHES. The two below are all you should need for class.
Get 2 of the Twisterz containers: one for clean water one for dirty water Below: Kneaded Eraser does not have to be brand specific--you can get General brand or others depending on availability. Same with the pencil sharpener. Stathmore Watercolor pads are good, quality watercolor paper. Avoid other (cheaper) brands. You get what you pay for!
OPTIONAL SUPPLIES: I recommend the F or M if you decide to purchase these pens.