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Art 142 Portfolio Design Development

A seminar for incoming art students who need or have had portfolios reviewed. Open to all new and returning art scholarship recipients. Welcome letter to artists and parents. - PDF 40 KB

    Register Early…Limited Space Available!
    art students painting in the art studio
  1. Where will it be held?
  2. How much does it cost?
  3. Do I need a text book?
  4. Will I get credit for this seminar?
  5. What's on the agenda?
  6. How can I register?
  7. Whom can I contact for more information?
  1. Where will it be held?
    Lincoln College, Old Adams Studio
  2. How much does it cost?
    $500
  3. Do I need a text book?
    Yes. The Practical Handbook for the Emerging Artist by Margaret R. Lazzari
  4. Will I get credit for this seminar?
    Yes. 2 credits towards an elective A.A. Degree. You will receive a letter grade at the conclusion of the seminar.
    5. Male student painting on a canvas
  5. What's on the agenda?
    Studio and Research
    • Visual Art Terminology (vocabulary) - application to the understanding and creation of artworks.  You will learn the language of the Visual Arts and how it is employed/applied in the “real’ (professional) art world
    • Critical Thinking in the Arts - relationship(s) to other Fine Arts/Language and Humanities disciplines/courses. Emphasis on interdisplinary application.
    • Art Writing (critique/analysis/history) - emphasis on
      essays, research and artist bios/resumès.
    • Media (materials,resources, etc.) - traditional and contemporary uses and applications:  painting,drawing,design,3-D arts.
    • Portfolio (compositions and refinements): emphasis on professional presentation and students transferring to art academies or universities
    • Professional Art Careers - realistic perspectives and options for one’s creative fulfillment.
    • Counseling/Advisement (overview regarding art schools) - tailoring students to realistic and prospective academies or universities; individual skills and strengths.
  6. How can I register?
    Download and complete the registration form. Registration form - PDF 70 KB
  7. Whom can I contact for more information?
    Contact EJ Miley Jr. (217) 732-3155 or e-mail ejmiley@lincolncollege.edu

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