Syllabus for Art 2203: Three-Dimensional Design

Contact Information:

Instructor: Professor Robert Reedy

Email: rreedy@mail.ucf.edu

Office: VAB 105B

Office Hours: Mon and Wed 8-10:30 am

Course Objectives: Three-Dimensional Design seeks to expand your

understanding of design theory as it relates to the three dimensional world. Working primarily in paper, Bristol board, and foam core, we will explore concepts to familiarize students with the process of creating three-dimensional design while

emphasizing design principles and elements. The main objective of this course is the development of critical thinking skills as they apply to visual aesthetic issues.

Students will:

Learn the fundamentals and vocabulary of 3-Dimensional design in order to comprehend, analyze, discuss, critique, and write about artworks.

Problem-solve through brainstorming, conceptual development, and the collection and organization of source material. Some of which will be completed during class hours. You will also be expected to work outside of class.

Perceive and respond to their own artwork, as well as the art others.

Complete one real world/ practical three-dimensional assignment. 

Maintain a workbook/journal and document the semester’s work, which should be saved on a CD.

Journal: Your workbook will contain all of your vocabulary assignments, sketches, lecture notes, and presentation information for each of the assignment phases.

Failure to bring or complete your workbook will result in an “F” added to your average grade. Your workbook is ALWAYS due at the same time the assignment or phase is due. Preliminary sketches as well as a completed artist’s statement are

due for each assignment. Each assignment will be given two grades on a post-it. This will serve as a receipt for your grade. Do not lose them! The top grade (√ or F)

is for your workbook and the bottom is for your project grade. (For example a √/B means that you are getting credit for your workbook and receiving a B for your project.)

Critique: Individual and/or group critiques should be expected following the completion of each assignment. Critique is the preferred method by which art students develop art speak (the vocabulary specific to the art world) in order to discuss ideas, perceptions, and constructs of 3-D design evident in your works. An artist’s statement is expected at critique so you should have plenty to say about your own experience with your piece. Everyone will have a chance to ask questions and provide insights concerning the works presented. Feedback from critiques

provides the student with valuable information, which increases learning potential and aids in improving artwork.

Attendance and Conduct: It is essential that you are present and prompt for class and are prepared to work with all of the required tools and materials. Failure to do so will result in the lowering of your final grade. Two absences will lower your final grade by one letter. Two tardies equals one absence. Tardy is defined as

anything after Professor Reedy enters the room or calls roll. While regular attendance is not taken, roll will be called at random. Lectures, demonstrations, and slide presentations will not be repeated. It is your responsibility to ask another student for the missed information. In order for us to have a productive and positive semester, it is expected that you exhibit nothing less than a professional and courteous attitude. This includes

respecting one another, cleaning up after yourself, and demonstrating responsible teamwork. At no point is it appropriate for you to approach me about your grades or grievances during class time. See me during my office hours.

Grading: All phases of this assignment will be graded using a point system and then averaged (A=5 pts, B=4 pts, and so forth). ALL late work will receive a failing grade and will not be accepted. Late projects can be done for your portfolio but cannot be done to replace a grade. Due dates will appear on your phase sheets

Extra Credit: Students may earn extra credit the following

ways: All Projects photographed and documented on a CD = plus 5

pts Write an opinion paper on an exhibit (If your average is .5 or better your grade will be raised to the next letter (example: 2.5 + paper = 3 = C)