IL 3580 - Landscape Painting

Credits: 3
Course Type: Studio

Landscape painting continues the illustrator’s study of basic oil painting materials and methods to interpret natural landscape elements, atmosphere, and textures. Students further their understanding of representational painting approaches by applying Plein-air sketches, studies, and photo references to depict a convincing pictorial space with depth and form. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will understand the basics of observational painting in oils using shapes, lines, and perspective to communicate the emotional impact of the image.

Prerequisites: IL 2560 - Still Life Painting

Course Learning Outcomes:

Utilize the elements, vocabulary, and grid systems of linear and atmospheric perspective to accurately create pictorial space.
Design the shapes, lines, and elements of a composition to communicate the emotional impact of the image.
Employ a range of appropriate brushes and intentional mark-making to create texture, form, hard/soft edges, and depth.

IL3580 Course Learning Outcomes Rubric

Required Textbooks:
ONLINE: Landscape Painting Inside & Out - ISBN: 9781600619083

ONLINE: Blue and Yellow Don’t Make Green (2002 edition) - ISBN: 9780891346227
Required Course Materials:

Sketchbook
Color Wheel
Charcoal Pencils or Conte (1-4)
Vine Charcoal
Markers, Black & White (1-4)
Pastel Set (Color)
erasers (kneaded, magic rub)
Drawing Extras (blending stump, sandpaper, etc)
Canvas Boards/Canvas
Oil or Acrylic Bristle Brushes (5 or more)
Painting Extras (rags, towels, palette knife, etc.)
Oil Paints or Acrylic Paints (5 or more)
Oil Palette
Oil or Acrylic Mediums (glazing, drying, mixing, etc.)
Brush Cleaner/Thinner
Digital Camera/Smart Phone
Viewfinder
Easel

**Materials may vary depending on the instructor, make sure to check with your professor before purchasing.