CER1420

Drawing

6 points
* 3 studio hours per week
* Full-year subject
* Caulfield

Objectives On successful completion of this subject students should be able to understand organic and inorganic structural relationships in nature; recognise the basic elements and principles of drawing and design; conceptualise and develop individual drawings and designs for the studio; understand the basic drawing and design strategies and procedures used in architecture, industrial design, the visual arts and communication media.

Synopsis This subject will improve students' understanding of typical structures and relationships, in nature and increase their knowledge of basic drawing and design skills. Students will develop responses to the visual and tactile stimuli of natural and manufactured environments through observation, representation and interpretation will be arranged. Perception and awareness of the environment as a rich source for conceptual development.

Assessment Folio: 90%
* Research paper (1000 words): 10%

Prescribed texts

Laliberte N and Mogelon A Drawing with pencils Van Nostrand, 1969
Gill R W Rendering with pen and ink Thames and Hudson, 1974
Ballinger L B Perspective/Space and design Van Nostrand, 1969
Itten J The elements of colour Van Nostrand, 1970