COURSE APPROVAL DOCUMENT Southeast Missouri State University Department: The Conservatory of Theatre and Dance Course No. TH 481 Title of Course: Scene Painting II Date: 09/27/16 I. Catalog Description: Please check: X New Revision Advanced study of theatrical painting techniques. Lab and production work required. (3) II. Pre-requisite(s): TH 231 & 361; or consent of instructor III. Objectives of the Course: To provide the student with advanced skills necessary to execute theatrical scene painting tasks. To develop an appreciation and knowledge of scenic artistry; To develop advanced skills in the various materials, tools and processes used in scenic painting; To develop and nurture artistic skills in the transfer, layout and execution of the designer's rendering elevations into realized projects; and To develop an advanced terminology associated with scene painting. IV. Student Learning Outcomes: 1) Students will identify and describe the duties of a professional scenic artist and the tools they use. 2) Students will demonstrate a mastery of color theories and how they are perceived optically. 3) Students will demonstrate advanced techniques used in the creation of scenic art. 4) Students will critique, evaluate, and defend their artistic choices as they pertain to established painting techniques. V. Course Content: January 19 Thursday Introduction Syllabus Prep Boards Select Project 1 Metal Reflection 26 Begin Metal Reflection February 2 Practice Metal Reflection
9 Metal Reflection Due Discuss Project 2 Wall Paper Project 16 Practice Wall paper. Cut out stencils, Prep Boards 23 Practice Wall paper Select Project 3 Portrait Project March 2 Wall Paper Project Due Practice Portraiture & Prep Boards Big River 9 Practice Portraiture Spring Break 23 Practice Portraiture 30 Portraiture Due Discuss Project 4 Translucency Stained Glass April 6 Practice Translucency Stained Glass, prep muslin 13 Practice Translucency Stained Glass Discuss Project 5 Faux Painting Projects 20 Translucency Stained Glass Due Practice Faux Painting Projects 27 Practice Faux Painting Projects May 3 Faux Painting Projects Due Prep Boards for Mock Union Exam Step Into Dance Final Exam Mock Union Exam Signature: Chair 9/27/16 Date: Signature: Dean Date:
Ronald Naversen Office Hrs: Tuesday/Thursday 12-2 Tuesday/Thursday 2-5 by Appointment. Office: River Campus Seminary Bldg, Rm. 456 Email: rnaversen@gmail.com Telephone: 573-651-2726 Mobile: 618-201-1942 Southeast Missouri State University The Conservatory of Theatre & Dance Title of Course: Scene Painting II Course Number: TH 481-01 Thursday, 9:30-11:40 AM Theatre Scenic Studio 1. Catalog Descriptions and Credit Hours of Course: Advanced study of theatrical painting techniques. Lab and production work required. (3) 2. Prerequisite(s): TH 231, 361 or consent of instructor. 3. Purposes or Objectives of the Course: To provide the student with advanced skills necessary to execute theatrical scene painting tasks. To develop an appreciation and knowledge of scenic artistry; To develop advanced skills in the various materials, tools and processes used in scenic painting; To develop and nurture artistic skills in the transfer, layout and execution of the designer's rendering elevations into realized projects; and To develop an advanced terminology associated with scene painting. 4. Student Learning Outcomes Students will identify and describe the duties of a professional scenic artist and the tools they use. Students will demonstrate a mastery of color theory and how it is perceived optically. Students will demonstrate advanced techniques used in the creation of scenic art. Students will critique, evaluate, and defend their artistic choices as they pertain to established painting techniques. 5. Expectations of Students: Students will be expected to attend lecture and lab sessions; Students are expected to complete assigned readings; Students will be expected to perform satisfactorily on tests and examinations; and Students will be expected to complete assigned painting projects.
7. Course Outline: January 19 Introduction Syllabus Prep Boards Select Project 1 Metal Reflection Thursday 26 Begin Metal Reflection February 2 Practice Metal Reflection 9 Metal Reflection Due Discuss Project 2 Wall Paper Project 16 Practice Wall paper. Cut out stencils, Prep Boards 23 Practice Wall paper Select Project 3 Portrait Project March 2 Wall Paper Project Due Practice Portraiture & Prep Boards Big River 9 Practice Portraiture Spring Break 23 Practice Portraiture 30 Portraiture Due Discuss Project 4 Translucency Stained Glass April 6 Practice Translucency Stained Glass, prep muslin 13 Practice Translucency Stained Glass Discuss Project 5 Faux Painting Projects 20 Translucency Stained Glass Due Practice Faux Painting Projects 27 Practice Faux Painting Projects May 3 Faux Painting Projects Due Prep Boards for Mock Union Exam Step Into Dance Final Exam Mock Union Exam
8. Required Materials 1/8", 1/4", 1/2", 1", 1/1/2" Scene Painting Fitches 9. Project Description Project 1 Metal Reflection: Student will select and recreate a metal reflection project on an 4' x 8' panel. Project 2 Wall Paper: Student will select and recreate a multi layered damask wall paper pattern on a 4' x 8' panel. Project 3 Portraits: Student will select and recreate a classically painted portrait on a 4' x 8' panel. Project 4: Translucency/Stained Glass: Student will select and recreate a stained glass image on an 4' x 8' muslin panel. Project 5 Faux Painting The student will paint 8-2' x 2' panels of various faux painting projects including, glazing, stucco, staining, stamping, color washing, gold leafing, etc. Mock Union Exam: The student will be given a project that they must recreate within an 8- hour period during final exam week. 10. Final Grades. A=1000-900 Excellent work with strong skills in the interpretation, process, and painting technique. Superlative effort and creativity B = 800 899 Good work with a solid grasp of interpretation, process, and technique. No technical problems and good effort. C = 700 799 Competent work with basic understanding of scene painting but problems that can be addressed. Adequate effort. D = 600 699 Poor work with a failure to master basic painting techniques. Poor effort in completing projects. F = 00 599 Lacking understanding and practice of basic painting techniques. Failure to do work. Poor attitude. Inadequate preparation. Assessment disclaimer. The above evaluations are based on professionalism, participation, promptness, thoroughness, technical/mechanical skills, attitude, and quality. Adjudicating art is difficult to say the least; nevertheless, subjective assessment is one of the primary means by which to evaluate your grades. Therefore, as a student in any course in Theatre & Dance, you must be willing to accept the subjective portion of your verbal and written assessment from your professional faculty.
11. Miscellaneous. Subject Advisory. This class may explore exercises, scenes, plays, films, and visual art that could hurt some people sensibility on account to adult language, mature subjects, sexuality and nudity. Artistic subject matter will not be censored, however, you are not required to participate in or watch anything you may find offensive. Please feel free to voice your concerns. Civility and Harassment. Participants must feel free to express their ideas and thoughts without any fear of retribution or ridicule. No matter the expressed idea, there will be zero tolerance for personal behavior that is inappropriate toward another person or idea. Texting, talking on the phone, leisure browsing, eating in the classroom, or working on unrelated material without the express consent of the Professor will not be tolerated. Open Door Policy. My door is always open to students. If you have any questions or concerns about a project, an assignment, a grade, your academic or artistic progress, or anything else pertaining your academic or professional development, I encourage you to schedule an office appointment. Disabilities. The Counseling Programs at Southeast MO State University make every attempt to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If a student has a diagnosed disability or believes he or she has a disability that might require reasonable accommodation on the part of the instructor or the program, the student needs to contact the Campus Assistance Center at the University Center, Room 302, (573) 651-2273, TDD 651-5927, or visit their website at http://www.semo.edu/lec/disabilities/htm. As a part of the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the responsibility of the student to disclose a disability prior to requesting reasonable accommodation. Modification of Syllabus. It is the professor s prerogative to change or modify this syllabus at any point in the semester in order to better serve the class and department s interests.