Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives On completion of this subject, students will have Extended their understanding of printmaking methods and materials by the study and practice of basic colour printmaking techniques; extended their understanding of the conceptual and analytical skills that underpin the methods of visual investigation and demonstrated an ability to articulate this by oral presentations in individual and group critiques, written documentation (artist's journal) and in art work; extended their understanding of the theories that inform modern and contemporary fine arts practice and have begun to demonstrate this by applying or citing examples in oral and written presentations.
Synopsis This subject is designed to develop the basic printmaking methods previously studied. At this stage, students will be expected to begin serious investigation of ideas through drawing and works on paper, which may then be further developed and explored in printmaking. Drawing is considered central to the study of all printmaking subjects and students will be expected to attend weekly drawing classes conducted by printmaking staff. Drawing as an investigative tool, that informs the major study and helps students recognise that observation, analysis and selection do not exclude intuition, imagination and invention.
Assessment Artistic and conceptual development: 40% + Technical achievement: 25% + Drawing: 25% + Contribution to critiques: 10%