Abstract Painting II
ART-40304
Abstract Painting II (Advanced)
10 Weeks | $325 | In-class
Discover your own creative language through the use of acrylic or oil paint and the formal elements of design. In Abstract Painting II, you will pursue individual assignments based on a specific idea or subject matter for the entire quarter. Ideas can range from the purely non-objective (a sustained exploration of color, form, rhythm via line, etc.), or may have more to do with representation (narration of a story, description of an object, a memory, a person, or even the investigation of a specific emotion). This course is designed for advanced painters seeking to hone their portfolio of work and for the student who has had previous experience painting and is interested in developing a personal direction.
Course Benefits:
- One-on-one discussions with the instructor, along with class critiques, that will help you aim for the development of a focus and direction in your work.
- You can work in any manner you like—representationally, from photos, abstractly, whatever—and in any media and size of your choosing.
- To pursue and develop a body of work through the completion of a series of paintings.
- By charting an individual course of focus, you will experience the day-to-day working process of the professional painter.
Quarters Offered: Winter | In-class
Course Fee: $325
Prerequisites: Abstract Painting (ART-40194) or equivalent experience.
Materials/Software/Hardware: Please bring the following supplies to first class meeting.
- One stretched canvas or canvas panel with your choice of size
- Assorted paint brushes of various sizes and oil and/or acrylic paints that you already have
- Vine or willow charcoal sticks
- One roll of paper towels (Viva is best)
- Palette (disposable paper is fine)
- If using oils, a non-oder low toxic solvent
- Containers for water and/or solvents
Note: First class meeting is mandatory. Elective course for Art and the Creative Process professional certificate.
Contact: For more information about this course, please email the academic department at ahl@ucsd.edu.
Course Information
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Textbooks:
No textbook required.
Policies:
- No refunds after: 4/1/2025
- Early Enrollment Discount: $300 ($325 if enrolled after 3/3/2025)
- Early enrollment advised
- No visitors permitted
- Prerequisite required
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Schedule:
| Date | Day | Start | End |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3/25/2025 | Tue | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 4/1/2025 | Tue | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 4/8/2025 | Tue | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 4/15/2025 | Tue | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 4/22/2025 | Tue | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 4/29/2025 | Tue | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 5/6/2025 | Tue | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 5/13/2025 | Tue | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 5/20/2025 | Tue | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
| 5/27/2025 | Tue | 6:00 p.m. | 9:00 p.m. |
Instructor:
Kelsey Worth
Kelsey Worth teaches Introduction to Illustration, Drawing I: Focus on Perception, Drawing Ideas: Developing Your Sketchbook, and Playing with Pen & Ink for the Professional Certificate in Art and the Creative Process.
Kelsey is a fine artist and illustrator, portraying vibrant flora and fauna using water media. She draws and paints wild animals in fantastic environments, juxtaposing realistic subjects in dreamlike scenarios. Her portfolio captures the wonder of planet earth and the animals that need protection. Concerned about human impact on the environment, Worth’s work includes messages for conservation.
After receiving a Bachelor's degree in Studio Art and a Masters degree from the University of Redlands, Worth joined the United States Marine Corps. She completed active duty in April 2021, earning distinction as an accomplished Marine, musician, and visual artist. Worth currently teaches illustration and drawing courses for UCSD extended studies and stays active in the San Diego art community.