ART 126A - Beginning Painting

    Recent Professors
    Nader G. Gergis, Jose C. Virben, David C. Rosales
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    20–25 students
    Difficulty
    5.6Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of ART 126A
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    The course is a progressive study of the fundamentals of painting and painting materials including techniques of composition, color theory, brushwork, and technique, as well as creative responses to materials and subject matter. Topics include the appropriate use of traditional color theory with artistic brush application on prepared surfaces.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 9:35am–10:25am, Mon Wed 10:35am–12:05pm, Tue Thu 10:35am–11:55am, Fri 9:35am–12:50pm