Course Title: Experiment with techniques to produce paintings
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2015
Course Code: VART6250C
Course Title: Experiment with techniques to produce paintings
School: 340T Art
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5308 - Diploma of Visual Arts
Course Contact : Jennifer Cabraja
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4472
Course Contact Email:tafeart@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Fiona Hillary
fiona.hillary@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 50
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will explore the diverse application of painting to communicate ideas. This will include developing painting skills and confidence with various painting techniques and ideas to develop an individual style or voice.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUVPAI401A Experiment with techniques to produce paintings |
Element: |
1. Develop proficiency with a range of painting techniques and media |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Evaluate the potential for new approaches to painting based on capabilit techniques already used |
Element: |
2. Develop ideas for paintings |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Articulate creative and other goals for painting work |
Element: |
3. Organise painting resources |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Assess specific resource requirements for the chosen work |
Element: |
4. Create finished paintings |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Create paintings, using techniques and media selected from research and experimentation |
Element: |
5. Evaluate own painting work |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Reflect on own work in terms of conceptual development and technical execution |
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.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place in a studio using industry standard tools and resources. You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study.
In class activities may include:
class exercises to review discussions/lectures
practical demonstrations
analysis/critique of relevant reading material
peer teaching and class presentations
workshops
tutorials
Out of class activities may include:
group discussion
online research
independent project based work
excursions
Teaching Schedule
Week | Course Content | Tasks | Elements |
1 | Introduction to unit Introduction to Brief 1 – Monochromatic Painting Gerhard Richter |
1/2 | |
2 | Studio Study Responding to object/form/shape/tone with a monochromatic palette. |
Identify an artist who works with a monochromatic palate. Identify a specific work. Articulate a response to the work. | 1/2 |
3 | Brief 1- Monochromatic painting OH&S |
Develop an OH&S checklist for the painting studio. |
1/2/3 |
4 | Brief 1- Monochromatic painting | 1/2/3 | |
5 | Brief 1- Monochromatic painting | 1/2/3 | |
6 | Brief 1- Monochromatic painting | Present works | 1/2/3/4/5 |
7 |
Stretcher making: Canvas Stretching/Gesso Introduction to Brief 2: Complementary Making |
Make a list of materials required to stretch your own canvas, cost the materials from Melbourne Art Supplies. | 1/2/3 |
8 |
Stretcher making: Canvas Stretching/Gesso Brief 2: Complementary Making |
Maquette construction In your visual diary identify the objects you have included in your maquette and explain why. |
1/2/3 |
9 | Brief 2: Complementary Making | 1/2/3 | |
10 | Brief 2: Complementary Making | 1/2/3/4 | |
11 | Brief 2: Complementary Making | Present works | 1/2/3/4/5 |
12 | Introduction Brief 3 – The self Working on board |
Investigate different painting surfaces and document your findings. | 1/2 |
13 | Brief 3 – The Self | 3.1. , 3.2., 3.3. , 3.4. , 3.5 | |
14 | Brief 3 – The Self | 3.1. , 3.2., 3.3. , 3.4. , 3.5 | |
15 | Brief 3 – The Self | 3.1. , 3.2., 3.3. , 3.4. , 3.5 | |
16 | Brief 3 – The Self | Present works | 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4, 2.1., 2.2. 3.1. , 3.2., 3.3. , 3.4. , 3.5 |
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Hasting, J., Vitamin P₂ : new perspectives in painting, London : Phaidon, 2011.
Mayer, R. & Smith,E., The artist’s handbook of materials and techniques 3rd ed., rev. and expanded, London : Faber 1973.
Library Subject Guides: Visual Art
You will be encouraged to attend exhibition openings and visit public art projects/sites outside of your learning environment. RMIT school of Art has two galleries and an ongoing exhibition program.
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
- Written and/or oral questioning and discussion to assess knowledge and understanding
- Completion of visual diary and/or portfolio including personal reflection and feedback
- Direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence.
An assessment charter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Tasks Semester 1:
1. Assessment title: Monochromatic painting:
Description: 1 resolved Studio Study/Monochromatic studies of maquette.
Semester: S1
Week: 6
2. Assessment title: Complementary Making
Description: submit resolved painting on canvas and maquette
Semester: S1
Week: 11
3. Assessment title: The Self
Description: submit 1 resolved painting from life & 1 resolved exploration along with studies
Semester: S1
Week: 16
4. Assessment title: Visual Diary
Description: All visual diary tasks including ongoing exhibition experiences/research
Semester: S1
Week: 16
5. Assessment title: Folio submission:
Description: Brief 1, 2, 3
Semester: S1
Week: 17
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These are available through the course contact in Program Manager.
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