Art 225A, Art 225B - Life Drawing I and II - Elena Roznovan

Introduction

I am a practicing artist and dedicated educator with a passion for teaching the fundamentals of visual arts. I believe that drawing from life is an essential skill for anyone pursuing the arts, as it sharpens observation, enhances technical ability, and deepens artistic expression. In this course, students will develop a strong foundation in figure drawing, learning to see and interpret the human form with accuracy and confidence.

This course is designed for both beginners and experienced artists looking to deepen their understanding of the human figure. You’ll develop a strong foundation in proportion and anatomy while also exploring expressive, dynamic approaches to figure drawing.

Course Description

This course is structured to accommodate beginning life-drawing students while also advancing conceptual and technical skills in depicting the human figure. Students will gain a solid understanding of human proportions and the musculoskeletal structure. We will begin with simple armature, exploring its relationship to gesture, balance, and proportion to block out the human form. Next, we will progress to muscular draping, focusing on the anatomical survey of basic underlying forms and their connections. Regular lectures will cover key anatomical components of the human form, and contemporary figurative artworks will be analyzed and discussed.

What to Expect in this Course

The weekly coursework will range from occasional readings and sketchbook assignments to multi-week homework projects. The course does not require the purchase of any reading materials, but a list of required drawing supplies will be provided in the syllabus, which will be accessible on Canvas.

Types of Assessments

The readings will be provided, and all assignments will be drawing-based with no written components.

Additional Resources

Canvas

This course can be accessed on the first day of class via Canvas at https://coc.instructure.com. Log into Canvas using your CanyonsID single sign-on:

• CanyonsID Username is your COC student email address (Ex: username@my.canyons.edu)
• CanyonsID Password is your COC student email password

Please visit the Get to Know Your Online Classroom page for help logging into Canvas and for tips on using Canvas and Zoom. Canvas Chat Support is also available 24/7 for any Canvas related issues.

Online Education

Check out the Online Education website for more information on a variety of topics that can help you be a successful online student such as: exam proctoring, learning styles, computer skills, and tips for student success. If this is your first online course, feel free to take our online learning readiness assessment to assess your skills.

The Learning Center (TLC)

The TLC provides FREE online tutoring resources to COC students!

Academic Accommodation Center (AAC)

College of the Canyons AAC provides educational services and access for eligible students with documented disabilities who intend to pursue coursework at COC. A variety of programs and services are available which afford eligible students with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in all aspects of the college programs and activities through appropriate and reasonable accommodations. For more information on their services visit the Academic Accomodation Center website.

Online Counseling

The Counseling Department offers appointments online. You can schedule an appointment by visiting the Online Counseling website. Counselors can help you map out a plan to reach your educational goals as well as advise you on course selection and registration.

Management of Stress and Mental Health

Often the pressure on our students is very strong, involving academic commitments, relationships, outside jobs and family pressure to name a few. The staff and faculty of College of the Canyons are here to see you succeed academically and care about your emotional and physical health. You can learn more about the broad range of confidential student services, including counseling and mental health services available on campus by visiting the Student Health & Wellness Center in the Student Services Building (across from the bookstore). The phone number is 661-362-3259 that you can call 24/7. You can also e mail for an appointment at StudentHealthCenter@canyons.edu. At the Canyon Country Campus the Health Center will be in the new Student Services Building.

Also, the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number is now 988. All students at COC are encouraged to enter that phone number in their cells. You can call it when you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide or is in severe distress.

You can also now use the Crisis Text Line: Just text "Courage" to 741741. Someone will get back to you immediately. Its free, 24/7, and confidential.

Veterans Resource Center

The College of the Canyons Veterans Resource Center is a department within the Student Services Division at the college, created to help veterans and veteran dependents with applying to College of the Canyons, enrolling in classes, and requesting VA Education or Vocational Benefits. For more information please visit the Veterans Resource Center website, email veterans@canyons.edu or phone (661) 362-3469.

Library

The Library provides live online and in-person research help, access to a full range of e-resources and physical materials that support the curriculum, individual and group study areas, and much more!

Last updated: 02/06/2025 Sub#: 1903