Course Title: INTDSN 64, Interior Marker Techniques
Units: 3
Date Submitted: Feb., 1996
Updated: April, 2007
IGETC Area:
CSU GE Area:
Transfer:

1. Catalog Description:

   Prerequisite: None

   Rendering of finished perspective drawings using felt markers. Emphasis on interior materials such as wood, tile, marble, glass, metals and mirrored surfaces, fabrics, floor and wall coverings, window treatments, plants and entourage. Use of light, shade and shadow to show three-dimensional form. Use of color and texture to produce realistic effects in complete room settings.

2. Required Text and References:
   • Doyle, Michael L. Color Drawing: Design Drawing Skills and Techniques for Architects, Landscape Architects, and Interior Designers, 2nd Edition; John Wiley & Sons; 2nd edition (June 16, 1999) ISBN-10: 0471292451
3. Course Objectives:

   Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

   1. Demonstrate a variety of effects that can be achieved with felt markers.
   2. Apply knowledge of light, shade and shadow to show three-dimensional form in interior renderings.
   3. Demonstrate ability to represent a variety of interior materials realistically with felt markers.
   4. Use color, texture, and pattern to realistically represent a combination of materials to produce realistic illustrations of complete room settings.
4. Student Learning Outcome(s):

   The student will:

   1. Students will produce a set of felt marker drawings that show space, light, shade, and shadow for a series of interior spaces.
   2. Students will develop and present sets of drawings accurately representing a variety of materials for complete room settings.
5. Methods of Presentation:
   

   Lecture, Demonstration, Discussion

6. Course Content:
   

   Percentage of Term / Topic

       
   • 5%     Introduction to course; experimentation with equipment.
   • 10%   Application of marker techniques to develop motion and form.
   • 5%     Rendering of construction materials such as: wood, brick, stone, cement.
   • 5%     Rendering of furniture: wood tables, chests bookcases, etc.
   • 15%   Rendering upholstered furniture: fabrics- plain, plaid, floral prints, corduroy, velvet, etc.
   • 5%     Rendering carpets and floor coverings.
   • 5%     Rendering reflective metals: chrome, brass, copper.
   • 10%   Rendering glass, marble and plastics.
   • 10%   Rendering window treatments: draperies, shutters, blinds, shades.
   • 5%     Rendering plants and foliage.
   • 25%   Final project – Studio work.
   • 100% Total
7. Methods of Evaluation:
   

   (Actual point distribution will vary from instructor to instructor but approximate values are shown.)

   Topic / Percentage

   • Student Presentations, Participation and Attendance  10%
   • Student Projects  90%
   • Total:  100%
   • Grades are determined on a percentage basis:
   • Grading:
   • A = 91% to 100%
   • B = 81% to 90%
   • C = 71% to 80%
   • D = 61% to 70%
   • F = Below 60%