DESN70023
Illustration and Media
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  I: Administrative Information   II: Course Details   III: Topical Outline(s)  Printable Version
 
Section I: Administrative Information
  Total hours: N/A
Credit Value: 3.0
Credit Value Notes: N/A
Effective: Spring/Summer 2015
Prerequisites: (DESN70021)
Corequisites: N/A
Equivalents:
N/A
Pre/Co/Equiv Notes: N/A

Program(s): N/A
Program Coordinator(s): N/A
Course Leader or Contact: N/A
Version:
2.0
Status: Approved (APPR)

Section I Notes: This course may be offered in multiple formats including face-to-face, blended, or online. For the drawing concept of the course, students will need to purchase a kit of art supplies.

 
 
Section II: Course Details

Detailed Description
In this course, students build on the fundamental drawing and media application skills. Perspective drawing and rendering skills are developed in order to clarify and enhance interior decoration concepts in terms of architectural detail, lighting solutions, and furnishing solutions. Texture and material rendition techniques are explored utilizing a variety of media and illustration methods in order to convey the character and functionality within interior settings. The ability to illustrate decor concepts is emphasized and reinforced in this course through lectures, demonstrations, and practical applications in a studio environment. Skills developed through class exercises and assignments provide the foundation to render and communicate decor concepts as a convincing and visually engaging level.

Course Critical Performance and Learning Outcomes

 
 CRITICAL PERFORMANCE
By the end of this course, students will have demonstrated the ability
to represent and convey interior settings that incorporate drawing and
rendering conventions used in the interior decorating industry. 

LEARNING OUTCOMES
To achieve the critical performance, students will have demonstrated
the ability to:

1) Analyze illustration and media techniques through practical
application of artist tools and media.
2) Utilize technical drawing skills and design theory in the
preparation of presentation drawings, which define architectural
elements, furnishings, and support entourage (figures, plants, and
accessories) at their accurate and convincing scale. 
3) Compose drawings to scale utilizing technical drawing methods and
structural analysis. 
4) Translate three-dimensional subject matter into two-dimensional
drawings as a means of presenting decor concepts.
5) Use various media such as ink, graphite, watercolour, colour
markets, and colour pencils in a safe and practical manner. 
6) Use illustration and media techniques in translating a variety of
materials and textures utilized in decor environments. 
7) Prepare rendered perspective drawings, which are dramatic and
engage the viewer. 
8) Utilize intermediate presentation techniques to enhance drawings as
a selling tool for the interior decorator.
9) Incorporate both peer and instructor feedback to assignments using
effective critique techniques and visual vocabulary.
10) Exhibit professional behaviours and attitudes including:
          - Openness to peer and instructor critiques
          - Willingness to work collaboratively
          - Commitment to meeting project due dates
          - Commitment to the development of unique design solutions
          - Safely and effectively work in an industry-like classroom 
            environment
Evaluation Plan
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

 
Students demonstrate their learning in the following ways:

MEDIA EXERCISES (3 x 15%) =           45%
ASSIGNMENT #1             =           20%
ASSIGNMENT #2             =           35%
TOTAL                     =           100%
Provincial Context
The course meets the following Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities requirements:

 

Essential Employability Skills
Essential Employability Skills emphasized in the course:

  Communication   Critical Thinking & Problem Solving   Interpersonal
  Numeracy   Information Management   Personal

Notes: N/A

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition
PLAR Contact (if course is PLAR-eligible) : Office of the Registrar

Students may apply to receive credit by demonstrating achievement of the course learning outcomes through previous relevant work/life experience, service, self-study and training on the job. This course is eligible for challenge through the following method(s):

Challenge Exam Portfolio Interview Other Not Eligible for PLAR
X X      

Notes:  N/A

 
 
Section III: Topical Outline
Some details of this outline may change as a result of circumstances such as weather cancellations, College and student activities, and class timetabling.
Effective term: Spring/Summer 2015
Professor: Multiple Professors
Textbook(s):
REQUIRED: 
1) Scalise, Christina M. (2008). Interior Design Illustrated, Marker
and Watercolour Techniques. New York: Fairchild Books Inc.

RECOMMENDED:
1) Bartholomew, Rick. (2013). Design Process Hand Sketching for
Interiors, Schroff Development Corporation Publications.
2) Ching, Frank. (1985). Architectural Graphics 2nd Edition. New York:
Van Nostrand Reinhold.
3) Doyle, Michael E. (1999). Colour Drawing: Design Drawing Skills and
Techniques for Architects, Landscape Architects, and Interior
Designers (3rd Edition). Toronto: John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
4) Lin, Mike W. (1992).  Drawing and Designing with Confidence: A
Step-by-Step Guide. Toronto: John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
5) Montague, John. (2005). Basic Perspective Drawing: A Visual Guide
4th Edition. New York: John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
6) Sipp, Stephanie M. (2014). Exploring Perspective Hand Drawing 2nd
Edition. Schroff Development Corporation Publications

Applicable student group(s): Continuing and Professional Studies
Course Details:
MODULE 1 - INTRODUCTION TO COURSE
- Introduction to course
- Supplies and equipment, textbook
- Introduction to rendering and perspective drawing
- Review of supplies for week 2

MODULE 2 - MEDIA APPLICATION TECHNIQUES
- Review of required media, supplies, and equipment
- Rendering exercises utilizing textbook: materials / finishes,
furnishings / support entourage and interior settings
- Rendering exercises (3 x 15% = 45%)

MODULE 3 - APPLICATION OF PERSPECTIVE DRAWING METHODS
- Mechanical 2-point perspective drawing using perspective grid
- Assignment #1: Drawing set up and methodology
- Review: terms and principles utilized in perspective drawing processes
- Construction of walls, windows, furnishings, and decorative elements
- Applying client concept and character to drawing: accessories,
artwork, and plants 
- Establishing the criteria for a successful and engaging perspective
to a client: achieving drawing balance compositionally, level of
interest and variety, use of foreground, middle ground, and backgrounds

MODULE 4 - ILLUSTRATING INTERIOR SETTINGS
- Concepts
- Assignment #2: Individual instructor consultations to begin
mechanical perspective and rendering of provided interior setting
- Media application to clarify and define client character and
decoration concept
- Assignment #2: 35% to include 5% progress check off
- Assignment #1: 20% to include 5% progress check-off


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Academic Integrity: The principle of academic integrity requires that all work submitted for evaluation and course credit be the original, unassisted work of the student. Cheating or plagiarism including borrowing, copying, purchasing or collaborating on work, except for group projects arranged and approved by the professor, or otherwise submitting work that is not the student's own, violates this principle and will not be tolerated. Students who have any questions regarding whether or not specific circumstances involve a breach of academic integrity are advised to review the Academic Integrity Policy and procedure and/or discuss them with the professor.

Copyright: A majority of the course lectures and materials provided in class and posted in SLATE are protected by copyright. Use of these materials must comply with the Acceptable Use Policy, Use of Copyright Protected Work Policy and Student Code of Conduct. Students may use, copy and share these materials for learning and/or research purposes provided that the use complies with fair dealing or an exception in the Copyright Act. Permission from the rights holder would be necessary otherwise. Please note that it is prohibited to reproduce and/or post a work that is not your own on third-party commercial websites including but not limited to Course Hero or OneNote. It is also prohibited to reproduce and/or post a work that is not your own or your own work with the intent to assist others in cheating on third-party commercial websites including but not limited to Course Hero or OneNote.

Intellectual Property: Sheridan's Intellectual Property Policy generally applies such that students own their own work. Please be advised that students working with external research and/or industry collaborators may be asked to sign agreements that waive or modify their IP rights. Please refer to Sheridan's IP Policy and Procedure.

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