This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of drawing. Beginning as well as more advanced students should take this course. Design and composition principles are an integral part of the instruction. Projects will help students understand the concepts of linear perspective, spherical and cylindrical forms, value, shading, form, and positive and negative space. Instruction and demonstration will precede each activity. Projects are designed to teach students how to draw from direct observation, photographic resources and imagination. Materials will include black and white media as well as a colored pencil project that will allow students a broader choice of subject matter and introduce them to some basic color theory. Note that this course focuses on various mediums in drawing and does not include Anime and Pokemon. Students may opt to take this course for Dual Enrollment and earn 3 transferable LCCC credits. As a CP level, dual-credit course, this class will receive Honors (4.5) weight in your GPA, adhering to Pennsylvania Department of Education’s guidelines.