Semester Assignment
Personal Exploration and Body of Works
This semester will be focused on the development of your personal ideas, philosophies, and approach(es) to painting. You will be required to research, write about, and discuss the items we focus on the entire semester.
The semesters schedule is as follows:
First Crit  Sept. 19th
Artist Statement  minimum 3 pages
2 Paintings  in progress, or finished that explore the ideas in your Artist Statement
The names of 2 artists you feel influenced by  have an idea of their works and history
Second Crit  Oct. 17th  Midterm
Revised Artist Statement  minimum 3 pages
3 to 5 Paintings  minimum of 2 must be finished
2 Page Summary  cover one of the artists you have been researching
Find a Philosopher  begin researching a philosophy or philosopher that relates to the way you think about your works, ask me for direction if you need
Third Crit  Nov. 14th
Revised Artist Statement  condense and revise to 2 pages
5+ Paintings  minimum of 3 must be finished
3 Page Summary  cover the ideas of philosophy or philosopher and how their ideas relate to your personal ideas and work
Final Crit  Dead Week and Finals Week  Dec. 10th to 19th
Final Artist Statement  condensed and revised to 1 page
Resume`
5+ Finished Paintings
5 Slides  representing your body of works from this semester
Choice of materials is yours, keep a sketchbook and paint