Course Title: Refine painting techniques
Part A: Course Overview
Program: C5308 Diploma of Visual Arts
Course Title: Refine painting techniques
Portfolio: DSC Portfolio Office
Nominal Hours: 55
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Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
VART6231C |
City Campus |
TAFE |
340T Art |
Face-to-Face |
Term2 2013, Term2 2014, Term2 2015, Term2 2016 |
Course Contact: Jennifer Cabraja
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4472
Course Contact Email: visualarts@rmit.edu.au
Course Description
In this course you will gain the skills and knowledge required to refine painting technique and to develop an individual style in a body of creative work. This occurs through a process of research, refinement and evaluation.
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None
National Competency Codes and Titles
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVPAI501A Refine painting techniques |
Elements: |
1. Research painting ideas and techniques 2. Select painting techniques for refinement 3. Consolidate painting technique to professional level 4. Evaluate own painting technique |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is on-going throughout the course. Assessment will incorporate a range of methods to assess performance and the application of knowledge and skills and will include:
- Practical tasks, a series of major projects
- Direct observation including exploration of and experimentation with techniques
- Completion of a visual diary and portfolio including personal reflection and feedback
- Direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence.
Assessment is based on your ability to undertake the following:
- Evolve and refine painting technique through a demonstrated process of experimentation
- Develop individual style in own work
- Produce a coherent body of professional artwork that includes the use of well-developed painting technique
- Research painting technique in the broader context of other artwork and artists
- Yse safe and sustainable work practices.
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