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Graphic Arts

Paul Paiement

ART182 · ART120 · ART187 · ART194 · ARTDZIN · 2DDESIGN · ART2D · ADDESIGN · FA120 · ART147 · ART189 · ART100 · 54 lifetime ratings

AI rating
92/100
RMP rating
4.2/5
Take again
73.68%
Difficulty
2.1

The decision

if you want a and can handle a loose, personality-driven teaching style.

Best fit · Beginner FriendlyHelpful art mentorChill class vibeEffort-based gradingTalks off topicAttendance matters
  • Most students , and inspiring in studio art classes.
  • Grades are often effort-based and manageable, especially for students who show up and try.
  • Some students complain about unclear expectations, off-topic talking, and limited structured instruction.

Key questions

Four answers before you build your schedule.

Is this an easy A?

EasyA

88/100

Grades are usually easy if students attend, try, and A.

, while the single online review shows a positive but limited case.

Is the course easy?

Beginner

72/100

Most students describe the content as chill and beginner-friendly, though painting can still challenge true beginners.

and more demanding painting courses; online evidence is too limited to generalize.

Is attendance flexible?

Mandatory

28/100

Multiple reviews say showing up matters and missing class can hurt progress or grades.

In-person reviews strongly suggest attendance matters, while the online review only mentions .

Is this professor recommended?

WorthIt

82/100

, and help, but a meaningful minority dislike the loose structure.

The online review is positive, while but include clearer complaints about instruction and clarity.

Course guide

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Grading

Lenient

84/100

and effort-based, though a few students call him picky or unclear.

Format shift

A claims and effort-based grading.

Workload

Light

75/100

Work is usually manageable studio practice, though , and repeated painting or drawing.

Format shift

The online review mentions projects and daily Zoom, while depending on course.

Teaching experience

Good

83/100

He is widely seen as caring, helpful, and inspiring, but some students say he talks too much and lacks clarity.

Format shift

Online evidence is positive but thin, while concerns.

Assessment method

FocusOnAssignments

12/100

Assessment is , and effort rather than exams.

Format shift

Both formats point to project-based assessment, with no strong evidence of .

Luni fit check

Weigh these signals against your actual schedule.

Get help balancing workload, grading, and timing when no option is an obvious fit.

Course format

Compare the in-person and online experience.

Classroom format

In person

49 reviews

High confidence · Best fit for Beginner Friendly

art professor, but some criticize clarity and off-topic talking.

Main concern

Students who want strict structure or direct technical instruction may be frustrated.

What students said

“Easy A, even if you're not an artist yourself.”
ART182
“this guy ruined Art for me, wow talks about nothing but himself FOR HOURS the .... ugh”
ART147
“Show up to class or you might find yourself behind.”
ART120

Remote format

Online

1 reviews

Low confidence · Best fit for Beginner Friendly

The single online review says he made the class fun, met on Zoom daily, and helped with projects.

Main concern

The evidence is limited to one positive COVID-era online review.

What students said

“Professor Paul made online class fun and easier during Covid.”
ART120
“ and meeting zoom every day so that he will help you .”
ART120

Exam style

Know what to expect from exams and major assignments.

, so overall exam risk is low but not well documented.

Notes Allowed On ExamsReviews do not clearly prove most exam policy

Assessment risk

Varies

62/100

Low score means less forgiving assessment conditions.

In person

One in-person ART100 review says notes were allowed on exams, but most .

Notes Allowed On Exams
“lets ”
ART100

Online

The online review does not clearly prove .

Reviews do not clearly prove online exam policy

Student evidence

See what students actually said.

Top student voice

“Paul is a great instructor. He loves his job and he loves his students. He is a very positive soul and makes learning how to draw fun.”

Voice snapshots generated from 50 reviews, highlighting key themes in , and structure. Credibility rating: High.

🎯 Teaching Quality

83/100

“he takes responsibility in being there and helping out each student thrive.”

📈 Easy Grade Path

88/100

“Easy A, even if you're not an artist yourself.”

⚠️ Structure Concerns

62/100

“ ”

Theme 1

👨‍🏫 About Teaching Style

  • He always encouraged students and never criticized them.
  • his painting demos are great and very inspiring.
  • he breaks down the lessons and teaches us easy ways and shortcuts

Theme 2

📈 About Difficulty And Grades

  • He is very lenient .
  • and you will get an A.
  • He grades heavily on effort, so if and attend class everyday, you'll be fine.

Theme 3

⚠️ About Fit And Concerns

  • Talks are way off subject
  • Clarity isn't offered told will be judged on growth at beginning then stated will compare to other at end of semester.
  • .

Data context

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Analysis sample

50

Recent reviews read by the AI

54

Lifetime ratings

94/100

Evidence confidence

Credibility is high because 50 reviews across many years give detailed and consistent patterns, despite only one online review.

Inside 50 stored ratings

Quality ratings

5 out of 538
4 out of 53
3 out of 58
2 out of 53
1 out of 52

Course coverage

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Reported outcomes

A range results lead the reported letter grades.

18 reported outcomes

A range

13

A+ 6 · A 6 · A- 1

B range

4

B 4

C range

0

No reported values

D range

0

No reported values

F

0

No reported values

No letter grade reported

1

Not sure yet 1