Valid for: 2014/15
Decided by: Education Board E
Date of Decision: 2014-04-02
Main field: Industrial Design.
Compulsory for: KID2
Language of instruction: The course will be given in Swedish
To be introduced to basic theory on perception of 3D space in 2D representation(perspective drawing).
To be introduced to 2D freehand sketching techniques and materials
used in the design profession for the development and illustration
of concepts and designs.
Practice different sketch/ renderings techniques.
Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must
Be able to accurately construct basic geometrics forms in
perspective.
Understand how to construct cast shadows of basic geometric
forms.
Understand how to use foreshortening techniques and be able to draw
a symmetrical form in perspective.
Understand how to render matt planar surface, matt cylinders, cones
and spheres.
Demonstrate some ability in how to effectively render different
materials and textures.
Competences and skills
For a passing grade the student must
Demonstrate ability to apply perspective freehand drawing
techniques using the relevant materials.
Demonstrate some ability to sketch in a dynamic way.
Judgement and approach
For a passing grade the student must
Exhibit a sensitivity to artistic and aesthetical values during formal teaching, discussions and the like, including assessments of the qualities of images.
The course consists of a series of lectures and workshops with
exercises, demonstrations and group critics to evaluate
progress.
Following topics will be covered:
- 1 point perspective
- 2 point perspective
- Ellipses
- Foreshortening
- Freehand drawing techniques
- Establishing a perspective view
- Section drawing
- Drawing symmetrical forms
- Tools and Materials
- Communicating shape through rendering
- Casting shadows
- Reflected light
- Lighting strategies
- Material indication
- Composition
Grading scale: TH
Assessment: 80 % attendance required. The assessment is based on the documentation of the individual assignments.
The number of participants is limited to: No
The course overlaps following course/s: IDEA55
Course coordinator: Charlotte Sjödell, Charlotte.Sjodell@design.lth.se
Course homepage: http://www.ide.lth.se
Further information: The course consists of lectures, individual and group critics to evaluate progress and home assignments.