ARLL 1011 - Science Illustration for Scientists (Part 2)

Noncredit / Spring 2008

Delivery/Location: Fort Collins

This course is designed to help scientists better document and communicate their research by teaching them techniques and methods of science illustration. Learning the fundamentals of strong observational illustration will improve not only the drawing skills of the students, but also the observational skills that prove most helpful in good research. Lessons are designed to teach accuracy in drawing, tonal range, black and white medium techniques, basic composition and application.

Required course materials:

  • Sketch book
  • Mechanical pencil .05
  • Kneaded eraser
  • White plastic eraser
  • Drawing pencils 2H, 4H, HB, 2B, 4B, 6B, 8B, ebony
  • Saral paper
  • Bristol board
  • Artist tape
  • Calipers
  • Clear plastic ruler
  • Spray fixative (optional)
  • Ceramicon black ink pens .005, .05, .1
  • Magnifying glass
  • Watercolor board, cold press
  • Waterproof India ink black
  • 2 Windsor Newton paint brushes (sizes to be discussed)
  • Sushi roller (optional for brush/pencil storage)
  • Tool box (optional)

Noncredit courses do not produce academic credit nor appear on a Colorado State University academic transcript.

Textbooks and Materials

Unless otherwise indicated, textbooks and materials are required and can be purchased at the CSU Bookstore.

  1. The Artist's Handbook of Materials and Techniques
    Ralph Mayer
    Optional, Not available at the CSU Bookstore
  2. The Guild Handbook of Scientific Illustration
    Elaine R.S. Hodges & Van Nostrand Reinhold
    Optional, Not available at the CSU Bookstore

Required materials are outlined in the course description.

Instructors

Lori Discoe
(970) 310-6526
ldiscoe@onepartart.com

Learn more at: http://www.onepartart.com

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Section 101 (Fort Collins)
Date: Jan. 31 - Mar. 13, 2008 (7 wks.)
Time: R; 6 pm - 9 pm
Location: Plant Science Building
Ft. Collins, CO 80523
Rm. E008
Instructors: Lori Discoe
Tuition: $276
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Section 102 (Fort Collins)
Date: Mar. 27 - May. 8, 2008 (7 wks.)
Time: R; 6 pm - 9 pm
Location: Plant Science Building
Ft. Collins, CO 80523
Rm. E008
Instructors: Lori Discoe
Tuition: $276
SECTION CANCELED

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For More Information

Michele Sterling
(970) 491-2520
msterling@learn.colostate.edu

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