EDP2303

Studio arts - two dimensional studies

Not offered in 1999

Ms G Burke

6 points - 2 hours per week - First semester - Peninsula - Prerequisites: Either EDP1303 or EDP1304

Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject, students should be able to demonstrate continued development of their painting and printmaking skills and further development in selected areas such as textiles, mosaic, computer graphics and drawing; have an awareness of contemporary art practice and theory and a growing understanding of its relevance to their own studio practice, the school environment and the society in general; have further developed an understanding of relevant terminology and become familiar with a wide range of literature; have developed a personal language by investigation of a chosen theme, leading to one or two major art works.

Synopsis Students will have the opportunity to develop technical and conceptual skills in a selection of two-dimensional media (painting, printmaking, textiles and mosaic). Students will be expected to develop drawing and design expertise including computer skills. The subject will include research on art theory and practice through lectures and seminars, excursions to galleries and schools, leading to developing strategies and activities for studio and classroom application.

Assessment Seminar paper (2000 words): 20% - Folio (1 or 2 practical pieces): 50% - Drawing folio: 20% - Resource folder: 10%

Recommended texts

Green Drysdale J Art effects Watson-Guptil, 1993
McNamara A and Snelling P Design and practice for printed textiles OUP, 1995
Williams D and Simpson C Art now: Contemporary art post-1970 McGraw-Hill, 1994

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