Steve Knudsen - Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA

Professor: Steve Knudsen

Department: Fine Arts

College: Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, GA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: DSGN101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Be prepared for lots of homework. He doesn't think it's a lot so over the weekend he makes you do a 7 hour minimum project. I did learn a lot, but his methods are a little unconventional. He is a big fan of inventing new principles to add into the textbook that you're gonna be making from scratch. Definitely not the easiest class.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: DSGN101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Probably the best professor for color theory- he teaches graduate painting classes, so he is extremely knowledgeable. I loved how his class was structured and how we basically wrote our own textbook. He didn't make the class unnecessarily hard or give difficult projects and his expectations were very clear. His lectures were engaging.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: DSGN101
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Learned a lot, but he's kind of scatterbrained and likes to make up his own terminology. Easy A, but if you pay attention and do your work you'll learn a lot.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: DSGN101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Interesting class to say the least. You actually write your own textbook, where you put all your notes and projects in. There's a lot of work involved (we had to write how long it took to do our projects and he expected a minimum of 7 hours for most projects). Nonetheless, he is open minded to how projects turn out and you learn a lot in the class.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: DSGN101
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Makes you create your own textbook throughout the course. You are graded on every page you make, so be sure you are taking notes and keeping up with the assigned pages so you don't fall behind.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: DSGN101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

You make your own textbook, 165+ pages worth. It is the most work I've ever had to do in a class. I'd spent 11-17 hours on this book in 2 days. The book is extremely tedious and VERY time consuming. He gets very deep into his lectures, you do learn some good things in his class though. He also thinks the amount of work he gives you is not a lot.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: DSGN101
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Prof. Knudsen Has been the most inspiring professor I have ever met. Youll learn EVERYTHING! related with color. You will have to create a book out of a sketchbook, includig the cover of it. Youll have to work hard during the whole quarter. you will have a 7 hour project every weekend in addition to the information you need to add to your book

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: DSGN101
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Knudsen is a very skilled and intelligent individual. He is always willing to help you out and has lots of knowledge to share. He is not a difficult grader and is very understanding. I learned so much in my class and received a great deal of feedback. I would highly recommend him to art students of all levels.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: PNTG201
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He gave a lot of work so it was very challenging, but I've learned so much from him.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: PNTG764
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The class I took with Professor Knudson was interesting, challenging, and a favorite of mine throughout my coursework so far. He gave guidance when appropriate and encouraged us to trust ourselves in our work too. Also provided a plethora of interesting lecture, video, reading, and resources that proved enriching and enjoyable.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: DSGN101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Class contained material I found not only fascinating, but relevant to my work even to this day. The lessons presented were in keeping with the syllabus, and the process of creating our own textbook made the concepts stick. Always helpful to explain. Broad material covered, steady pace. The tone set aided in learning from peers in discussions.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: PNTG325
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Stephen Knudsen is one of the most knowledgable, passionate teachers in the painting dept. He's an extremely talented artist and writer. You'll learn so much just from listening to him talk. His classes and critiques are very interesting and helpful. He takes the time to help everyone learn both individually and as a group. I highly recommend him!

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: DES100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The student made textbook in color theory was really helpful in learning the material in your own way and style. Although it might seem like a lot of work if you stay on top of the homework and do all the readings it's fun class. He really cares, and is always there for help or questions.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: DSNG10107
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

He is by far my least favorite teacher. His class seems to go on and on with no interest or importance. And I don't know who put the hotness stuff on their review but he has worn the exact same shirt to our class every single day, what is hot about that?

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: PNTGALL
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The BEST

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: PNTG319
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Clear helpful instruction, very intelligent, passionate and talented professor. Allows self-direction. A lot of outside-class work required if you're taking Painting!

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: PNTG760
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dedicated professor who is passionate about the growth of each and every student. Very accessible and articulate. Interesting and helpful, detail-oriented critiques. Very strong knowledge of color theory. It was a great grad-level class!

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: PNTGRA
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Season professional who takes an interest in each student and will sacrifice his time for your needs. Committed, relational and kind. A very good writer and communicator as well.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: PTNG210
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Professor Knudsen is an amazing teacher. His knowledge of painting and art is astounding. I enjoyed all of the knowledge I gained in each of his classes i have taken. He is also very personable and helpful!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: PTG301
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

His oil based media class was fun and straight-forward. He is a wonderful, passionate, friendly, and non-cynical teacher. He knows so much more than us but he never makes you feel bad- he just encourages. It is quite a bit of work outside of class, but you have a LOT of control over your projects. I think he's cute too :)