VA104 Language of Drawing II
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Visual Arts and Visual Communications Design
Meliha Teparić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
1. The course aims are to bring student to deeper explore drawing media, techniques and subject matter. 2. To train students with methods for human figure drawing with emphasis of drawing from observation human figure from structure to general: 3. skeletal, muscles, body, and portrait. 4. This course builds upon skills developed on Language of Drawing I with an emphasis on the development of personal style and individual expression.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Jeno Barcsay, Anatomy for the Artist, Sterling Publishing Co.Inc., New York, 2006.;
Additional Literature
Betty Edwards. The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. Tarcher; Rev & Expand edition, 1999.Teaching Methods
Focus is on practical exercises
Also include: explanations
Demonstrations
Hands-on art studio work time.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to course. Presentation of subject matter. | |
| 2 | Anatomy of the human body: skull. | Barcsay (2006), pp.250-255 |
| 3 | Anatomy of the human body: skeleton – standing pose | Barcsay (2006), pp.14-41, 60-89,94-117,136-175. |
| 4 | Anatomy of the human body: skeleton– laying down pose | Barcsay (2006), pp. 180-189,196-221, 272-283. |
| 5 | Drawing the human body: portrait – profile | Barcsay (2006), pp. 236-249,256-271. |
| 6 | Drawing the human body: portrait – frontal | Barcsay (2006), pp. 236-249,256-271. |
| 7 | Drawing the human body: portrait – three-quarter | Barcsay (2006), pp. 236-249,256-271. |
| 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | Discussion |
| 9 | Anatomy of the Human Body: Musculature | Barcsay (2006), pp. 272-299. |
| 10 | Anatomy of the Human Body: Musculature | Barcsay (2006), pp. 272-299. |
| 11 | Drawing the human figure – a standing pose | Barcsay (2006), pp. 272-299. |
| 12 | Drawing the human figure – a sitting pose | Barcsay (2006), pp. 272-299. |
| 13 | Figural composition | Barcsay (2006), pp.42-56, 91-93, 118-129, 177-179. |
| 14 | Figural composition | Barcsay (2006), pp.42-56, 91-93, 118-129, 177-179. |
| 15 | Figural composition | Barcsay (2006), pp.42-56, 91-93, 118-129, 177-179. |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VA104.1 | Course | Thursday 15:00 - 17:50 | A B.16 - VACD Drawing Studio | - | - |
| VA104.2 | Course | Wednesday 15:00 - 17:50 | A B.16 - VACD Drawing Studio | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 12:00 | B F2.7A | |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 12:00 | B F2.7A |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Assignments
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Sketchbook
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Assignments
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Home Study
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Midterm Exam Study
12 hours ⏳ (1 week × 12 h)
Final Exam Study
12 hours ⏳ (1 week × 12 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [VA104] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| VA104 | Language of Drawing II | 0 | 3 | 6 | Wednesday & Thursday 3-6 p.m. | |||||
| Prerequisite | VA103 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Meliha Teparić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 9:00-12:00 Thursday: 10:00-12:00 |
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| mteparic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | 1. The course aims are to bring student to deeper explore drawing media, techniques and subject matter. 2. To train students with methods for human figure drawing with emphasis of drawing from observation human figure from structure to general: 3. skeletal, muscles, body, and portrait. 4. This course builds upon skills developed on Language of Drawing I with an emphasis on the development of personal style and individual expression. |
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| Textbook | Jeno Barcsay, Anatomy for the Artist, Sterling Publishing Co.Inc., New York, 2006.; | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Focus is on practical exercises, also include: explanations, demonstrations, hands-on art studio work time. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to course. Presentation of subject matter. | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Anatomy of the human body: skull. | Barcsay (2006), pp.250-255 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Anatomy of the human body: skeleton – standing pose | Barcsay (2006), pp.14-41, 60-89,94-117,136-175. | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Anatomy of the human body: skeleton– laying down pose | Barcsay (2006), pp. 180-189,196-221, 272-283. | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Drawing the human body: portrait – profile | Barcsay (2006), pp. 236-249,256-271. | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Drawing the human body: portrait – frontal | Barcsay (2006), pp. 236-249,256-271. | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Drawing the human body: portrait – three-quarter | Barcsay (2006), pp. 236-249,256-271. | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM | Discussion | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Anatomy of the Human Body: Musculature | Barcsay (2006), pp. 272-299. | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Anatomy of the Human Body: Musculature | Barcsay (2006), pp. 272-299. | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Drawing the human figure – a standing pose | Barcsay (2006), pp. 272-299. | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Drawing the human figure – a sitting pose | Barcsay (2006), pp. 272-299. | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Figural composition | Barcsay (2006), pp.42-56, 91-93, 118-129, 177-179. | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Figural composition | Barcsay (2006), pp.42-56, 91-93, 118-129, 177-179. | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Figural composition | Barcsay (2006), pp.42-56, 91-93, 118-129, 177-179. | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Assignments | 14 | 15 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Sketchbook | 14 | 5 | 1,2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 14 | 42 | Assignments | 3 | 14 | 42 | |||
| Home Study | 3 | 14 | 42 | Midterm Exam Study | 12 | 1 | 12 | |||
| Final Exam Study | 12 | 1 | 12 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 23/02/2026 | |||||||||