PAINTING

Painting is one of the principal means of expression of visual arts. The Painting Program ranges from traditional to experimental and interdisciplinary manifestations. The basic two-year drawing and design foundation courses for all concentrations are part of the Painting Department.

The Painting Department is committed to educating students in the mastery of the techniques and general principles of painting. Students are also trained in critical thinking and are provided with the technical and conceptual tools essential for developing their plastic individuality. On completing the course of study, students will be able to:

  • Use traditional techniques and media as well as experimental approaches in pictorial creation..

  • Master the techniques of painting and know the historical development and general foundations of Painting.

  • Develop their plastic individuality.

  • Have a critical, analytical and constructive mind with regard to artistic and professional practice and the social responsibility it entails.

  • To pursue graduate studies in their field of specialization.


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COURSE DESCRIPTION
REQUIREMENTS

TPN- 201- BASIC PAINTING WATER-BASED MEDIA
3 credits
workshop: $15.00
Introduction to pictorial technique using various water-based media, emphasizing acrylics. Development of the skills pertaining to each medium and their relationship with the supports used.

TPN-202- WATER-BASED MEDIA PAINTING II
3 credits
workshop: $15.00
Continuation of the study and practice of water-based media. Experimentation with technical processes, the handling of color and harmony in composition. Emphasis is given to technical excellence in the handling of the media used during the year.

TPN- 203- PAINTING TECHNIQUES AND MATERIALS
3 credits
workshop: $15.00
Study of the different components used in painting, their characteristics and variables. Introduction to the physical and chemical aspects of the media and supports used in painting. Includes lectures on the techniques of the following media: fresco, tempera, encaustic, water-color, oils, acrylics and pyroxylin.

TPN- 204- PAINTING STUDIES
3 credits
workshop: $15.00
Study and investigation of the conditions preceding the creation of piece of work. The student develops sketches and notes for the conceptual and technical framework for the creation of painting. The course is intended to develop speed and skill in the creation of an image.

TPN- 205- BASIC OIL PAINTING
3 credits
workshop: $20.00
Study and practice of the process of painting with oils. Experimentation with the medium, the support and the physical, chemical and esthetic characteristics of oils.

TPN- 206- INTERMEDIATE OIL PAINTING
3 credits
workshop: $20.00
The student will further study the use of some of the previously studied alternatives in the medium. Through exercises the student develops more advanced skills in the handling of pigments and the use of color to achieve visual expression.

TPN- 303- EXPERIMENTAL PAINTING
3 credits
workshop: $15.00
Study and workshop in the search for methods, techniques, styles and concepts in keeping with contemporary esthetics. Experimentation with different supports and materials to develop concepts and the student’s personal visual vocabulary.

TPN- 400/401- PAINTING SEMINAR
(2 semesters) 6 credits
Workshop: $25.00
This course is for graduation candidates majoring in painting. Its fundamental purpose is to encourage independent work, self-discipline and development of a body of work that will evidence technical mastery, conceptual originality and a personal style in the pictorial medium. It is a one-year course, requiring the development and exploration of a subject chosen from the body of work proposed. Includes a critical essay to describe the process, objectives of the work created, justification, medium, and bibliography of resources consulted for this project.

ELECTIVES

ETP 202 ILLUSTRATION
3 credits
Workshop: $15.00
A study of the problems faced by an illustrator and the processes and elements used to solve them. The course comprises research, experimentation and application of techniques and specific illustration methods.

ETP-205- VISUAL THINKING
3 credits
workshop: $15.00
Study of the phenomena of visual perception and the principles related to color composition. It stresses the idea that the expressive content of a work of art cannot be separated from its formal aspect. The course examines the characteristics of perception, relying on works developed during the workshop.

ETP-207 -MOSAIC
3 credits
workshop: $20.00
Study and workshop of the processes used in the creation of works of art with the mosaic technique. Includes an analysis of mosaics through time.

ETP-208-STAINED-GLASS
3 credits
workshop: $20.00
Study and workshop of stained-glass technique. Includes an overview of the history of this technique. Using theory of color, design and composition students execute a pictorial work.

ETP-209-PERSPECTIVE
3 credits
workshop: $15.00
Introduction to perspective as a system of visual representation. The course is based on exercises in which the student employs the theoretical knowledge to create the illusion of a third dimension using various types of perspective.

ETP 210 - INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIO PRACTICE
3 credits
workshop: 30.00
(Installation, conceptual art, and performance)
Through lectures and talks on the history of these genders, its historic tradition, and cultural legacy, the various currents of contemporary art are examined. The course endeavors to create a synthesis of processes, actions and attitudes leading to a different means of communication and esthetic approach.

ETP-211-ADVANCED STAINED-GLASS
3 credits
workshop: $25.00
Application and development of the techniques acquired in the previous course, ETP 205 STAINED GLASS, which is a prerequisite.

ETP-212-DESIGN AND COMPOSITION
3 credits
workshop: $15.00
Topics discussed are the optical pyramid, the Golden Section, tonal, aerial and linear perspectives in composition, positive and negative space, physical probability, symmetry and asymmetry, and principles of design. Perspective and space in modern painting will be studied, starting from Cubism.

ETP-217-SET DESIGN
3 credits
workshop: $20.00
Introduction the design of scenic space through sketches and models. Study of the parts of a theater and how they work. Emphasizes interpretive design.

ETP 218 PAINTING OF THE HUMAN FIGURE
3 credits
workshop: $30.00
The course stresses new approaches to the human body as object, subject and artistic symbol. It focuses on the various ways of interpreting the model as a pictorial element.

ETP- 304-PORTRAIT PAINTING
3 credits
workshop: $20.00
Study and practice of the process of portraiture. The course emphasizes the conceptual approach, design, composition and styles used over the ages in the creation of a portrait.

ETP- 305-LARGE FORMAT PAINTING
3 credits
workshop: $15.00
Introduction to the processes of creating a large format work. Discussion of concepts, technical processes, equipment and special materials required by the genre. Includes the preparation of sketches and preliminary designs.

ETP-309-LANDSCAPE PAINTING
3 credits
workshop: $15.00
Study of form, composition, perspective, color and atmosphere, in terms of the various types of landscapes: urban, rural, marine, and abstract.

ETP- 380 INTERNSHIP
up to a maximum of 6 credits
Offers the student the opportunity to acquire work experience in his or her concentration while studying. In addition, it allows the student to meet professionals in the field and establish professional ties that may lead to employment opportunities on graduation. To be eligible students should be in their third or fourth years of study with a GPA of 2.5 or more.

ETP-390-SPECIAL SEMINAR
1 to 3 credits
workshop: $10.00/credit
Open course allowing for a diversity of content, ranging from seminars with visiting artists to study trips abroad.