Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024Class Size32 studentsCredits3 Transfers ToCSUCSU GE Area C1DescriptionThis course offers an introductory study in the fundamentals of painting and composition through learning about the materials, tools, and various approaches to painting in oil and/or acrylics. Focus is on exploration of painting materials, perceptual skills, color theory, paint mixing and technique. Emphasis is on creative responses to materials and subject matter, technical mastery and direct observation from life. C-ID: ARTS 210.Usually HeldFri 8:50am–10:55am, Tue Thu 12:50pm–1:50pm, Tue Thu 12:50pm–1:55pm