AART2210

2-D Art: Multi-media investigations

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Not available in 2014

Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Exploratory and experimental approaches to contemporary ideas, source imagery and creative applications across a range of 2-D art practices such as drawing, painting and printmaking. Emphasis is placed on independent thinking and problem solving of relevance to the contemporary practitioner.

Objectives 1. To encourage independent research of 2-D art concepts and approaches;

2. To explore and further develop the multi-media potential of 2-D art as a vehicle for the expression of ideas;

3. To extend research of imagery, concepts, materials and applications in a contemporary framework and related to the relevant history and theory of 2-D art disciplines;

4. To extend theoretical and critical analyses of 2-D art forms.
Content Emphasis is placed on the development of individual student concepts within a framework of structured projects, specific studio technology and associated research relevant to various aspects of the syllabus:

Topics may include:

1. Allegory, metaphor, symbolism and fantasy;

2. Appropriation and shifting referents;

3. Montage and 2-D multi-media possibilities;

4. Advanced and diverse studio technologies;

5. Interpretation of diverse means and techniques of representation;

6. Preservation, mounting, and framing techniques;

7. Installation, site-specific and publication presentations;

8. Critical seminars of completed projects;

9. Compilation of journals and sketchbooks;

10. Health and safety.
Transition N/A
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Successful completion of AART2200 (or equivalent).
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Studio
Assessment Items
Journal Studio journal accounts for 20%
Other: (please specify) Students are expected to attend at least 80% of classes
Studio Output Studio production accounts for 80%
Contact Hours Studio: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Tutorial: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term