CSDR-100-SU02-2025: Introductory Drawing

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Drawing from observation, translating ideas into visual representations, and compositional organization are fundamental to any creative practice. An invaluable skill, drawing is broadly applicable to creative interests and careers including illustration, communication design, animation, architecture and beyond. Develop your perceptual and descriptive skills in this introduction to drawing using a variety of media, techniques and subject matter. You will be introduced to drawing as a means of visual investigation, exploring studies in line, shape, perspective, proportion, positive and negative space. This course is an ideal, supportive learning environment if you are new to the practice of drawing, want to learn more formal approaches to drawing, or are looking to continue developing your drawing skills.


LEARNING OUTCOMES
Through successful completion of the course, students will be able to:


1. Discover different drawing materials and tools
2. Draw three-dimensional subjects on a two-dimensional surface
3. Experiment with various mark-making techniques
4. Apply the elements and principles of art in a composition
5. Demonstrate observational skills using perspective, positive and negative space