NJIT Course Assignments and Artist Study Notes

NJIT Resources and Software Access

  • NJIT email users can access software resources through lab machines.
  • Adobe Creative Suite availability: Students can download at no cost with a valid NJIT login starting this school year.
  • Corel Draw: Students can purchase the full $450 version for $15; it is available in lab machines.
    • Many interior design students opt to buy the latest version of Corel Draw before graduation to maintain access, as the price increases significantly post-graduation (up to $415).

Assignments and Deadlines

  • Paper assignments are due next week.
  • Students will present two pieces of work in lab sessions this week.
  • The content covered in class will help in preparing for the assignments and upcoming quiz.

Upcoming Quiz Details

  • Date: November 6.
  • Students will need to identify artworks and artists from the lectures. Artists to study include:
    • Pablo Picasso
    • Paul Cézanne
    • Additional artists to be covered next week:
    • Titian
    • Piet Mondrian

Focus on Artists' Contributions to Art

  • The selected artists have made significant contributions to the fields of color and composition in art.

Artist Spotlight: Titian

  • A recorded lecture on Titian is available, lasting approximately 25-30 minutes.
    • This pre-recorded content allows for asynchronous learning, letting students review material at their own pace.
    • It serves as an opportunity to encourage students to explore educational resources independently.
  • Important Note: There will be no live lecture on Titian given during this session.

Key Aspects of Titian's Work

  • Titian Red:
    • Titian is notable for being the only artist known to have a color named after him, called Titian Red.
    • This vibrant shade distinguished him during an era when contemporaneous art often featured duller colors.
    • His revolutionary use of color significantly changed the perception of color in art, leading to more vibrant, detailed, and sumptuous artwork.

Overview of Titian's Life and Career

  • Birth and Early Life:
    • Titian was likely born between 1488 and 1490 in Plavice, part of the Veneto Alps.
    • His family had deep roots in this region, and it is suggested he was born in a house now serving as the Museo Dietsiana.
  • Relocation to Venice:
    • As a child, he moved to Venice, a thriving commercial and artistic hub during that time.
    • Venice was under pressure to maintain its importance despite threats from the Turks and rising European competitors.
  • Training:
    • Titian trained first with a master in mosaics, then with painter Giovanni Bellini, and eventually with artist Giorgione.
    • His relationship with Giorgione impacted his artistic development profoundly, leading to a stylistic overlap that makes it difficult for art historians to distinguish between their works.
  • Artistic Style:
    • Titian became renowned for his realistic representation of nature and landscapes, integrating them seamlessly as significant parts of his compositions, not merely backgrounds.

Summary of Artistic Influence

  • Titian is considered a pivotal figure in the Venetian Renaissance, known for his long, prolific career and significant influence on the art of his time, showcasing a mastery of color and composition that opened new avenues for future generations of artists.

Conclusion

  • Following the discussion on Titian, students will view a short film highlighting his contributions to art followed by lab work to apply their learning practically.