EDP2304

Studio arts - three dimensional studies

Not offered in 1999

Ms G Burke

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

Objectives Upon successful completion of this subject, students should be able to demonstrate continued development of their modelling, carving, assemblage and construction skills and further development in selected methods of production such as free standing and relief sculpture, installation practices, kinetics, ready-mades and performance art; have experimented with a range of media including clay, wire, papier mache, plaster and fabric as well as further developing skills in design 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 three-dimensional media and will apply these skills to different methods of production ranging from relief, free standing, kinetic, installation or performance art. Students will be expected to develop drawing and design expertise. 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

Drury Nevill New sculpture: Profiles in contemporary Australian sculpture Craftsman House, 1993
Fedderson J Soft sculpture and beyond: An international perspective Craftsman House, 1993
Williams D and Simpson C Art now: Contemporary art post-1970 McGraw-Hill, 1994

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