Architectural Drawing in RomeJune 15 – July 7, 2011Interior Architecture – Ohio University

ISA Housing – Apartments in Trastevere

Partnership – International Studies AbroadISA provides assistance with:• Housing• 24/7 access• Travel to distant destinations• Itinerary, planning, group tickets for many

trips• Access to classroom space• 24/7 assistance in emergency situations

Christine Mekhitarian

Assistant Director

•Artist, designer, and educator•Focus on architecture as a reflection of a society’s cultural and philosophical ideas.  •Currently at Skyline Design in Chicago, a decorative architectural glass studio and manufacturer. •Design development & brand managing the 2009 Neocon Gold award winning Botanica ™ Collection to •Sales and marketing for the New York A & D community. •Works closely with such firms as Gensler, NBBJ, Perkins & Will, and Cannon Design.•History, Classical Studies and Art History (BA) from Loyola University at Chicago, •Spent time at Loyola’s John Felice Rome Center studying Roman and Etruscan Art and Architecture and Italian. • MFA in Studio Art from Northwestern University, • Taught Foundations for Interiors at Harrington College of Design, including Chicago Architectural History and 3D Design.

Architectural Drawing in Rome

Course Offerings:

– ARTI 392: Interior Architecture Study Abroad6 hours – Studio/Seminar

– ARTI 480: History of Furniture & Interiors I3 hours – Lecture

– ART 497: Independent Study3 hours – Studio/Seminar

All students register for a total of 9 hours

Curriculum

1. Focused studio time, informed by readings, presentations & discussions.

2. Daily structure: A. Given readings and resources for each site

visited. B. Discussion of the site, with emphasis on

architecture, materials, and space as related to history and culture

C. Studio time at the site. Emphasis on hand drawing media, complimented with digital tools.

Studio Curriculum

Studio Curriculum

Caroline Maudit: An Architect in Italy, p. 26

Studio Curriculum

Caroline Maudit: An Architect in Italy, p. 15

Caroline Maudit: An Architect in Italy, p. 91

Caroline Maudit: An Architect in Italy, p. 47

Timeline

1. Ancient Rome (with Etruscan references)– Trips: Herculaneum & Hadrian’s Villa

2. Medieval Italy– Trip: Assisi

3. Renaissance Rome4. Baroque Rome5. Neoclassic Rome6. 20th Century Rome

Roman Forum

Roman Forum

Roman Forum: Model

The Colosseum

The ColosseumStudent Watercolour by Abbey Roemer

Hadrian’s Villa - Tivoli

Hadrian’s Villa - Tivoli

Hadrian’s Villa - TivoliStudent Watercolour: Allison Schmid

Day Trip to Herculaneum – Just outside of Napoli

HerculaneumNaples, Italy

HerculaneumNaples, Italy

Day Trip to Assisi – A Medieval Town in Italy

Assisi – Medieval Italy

Assisi – Church of St. Francis

The Sistine Chapel

Vatican City

The Vatican:St. Peter’s Basilica

St. Peter’s Dome

Church of the JubileeBy Richard Meier

Church of the JubileeBy Richard Meier

Church of the JubileeBy Richard Meier

Architectural Drawing in RomeJune 15 – July 7, 2011Interior Architecture – Ohio University

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OVERVIEW OF PROGRAM BY VINCE

PROGRAM OFFERED JOINTLY BY OHIO UNIVERSITY AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES ABROAD

Program staff:Professor Vince WojtasChristine MekhitarianISA staff in Rome, Andrea Di Carlo

Lori Lammert in Education Abroad http://www.studiesabroad.com/http://www.studiesabroad.com/programs/country/italy/city/rome/viewCityStaff/200

HOW TO APPLYApply online at http://eais.admsrv.ohio.edu/eais/student/. You

can get to this page from www.ohio.edu/educationabroad - click Apply Now!

Deadline: March 4, 2011Requirements:• Two academic references• Essay describing your goals for the program (1-2 pages)• Digital portfolio (on a CD) demonstrating drawing abilities –

submit to Professor Wojtas.• Interview required.• Minimum GPA: 3.0

POST-APPLICATION STEPS If you don’t have a passport, apply as soon as possible• Interview• Nomination process• Accepting your nomination• Registration with ISA and medical clearance form for ISA• Orientation • Education Abroad requirements

• Health information form; request for accommodation if applicable • HTH health insurance• Registration with US embassy• Copy of US passport and flight itinerary to Professor Wojtas

• ISA requirements• Travel Responsibility & Release• Code of Conduct• Medical History• Health Clearance. 

• You will be working with both Ohio University and ISA as it is a jointly-offered program, and must complete important paperwork and requirements for both entities!

COST AND PAYMENT DEADLINES• Student Budget Worksheet• Tuition, program fee, and administrative fee will be billed to

your OAK account June 10.• Program deposit of $500 will be due March 28.• Passport ($140) should be purchase immediately (available

at www.travel.state.gov).• During spring quarter, you will need to purchase round-trip

airfare and any medical bills associated with medical clearance form, and required and recommended immunizations and vaccinations.

FUNDING YOUR TRIPProgram-specific scholarship – Due March 4Summer Travel Grant – Due Feb. 21 -

http://www.ohio.edu/educationabroad/Students/TravelGrant.html

Other funding opportunities: http://www.ohio.edu/educationabroad/Students/scholarship.html.