AART3340

Paper as Form

Faculty of Education and Arts School of Creative Arts

10 Units 3000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus	Semester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Introduces students to a range of techniques and processes using paper media 3-dimensionally and the many possibilities it offers for creative expression within a contemporary framework. Experiences will embrace historical, theoretical, technical and conceptual dimensions.

Objectives

1. To explore the expressive possibilities of paper in the creation of 3-D forms;

2. To establish relevant knowledge and practical skills;

3. To stimulate creative interest in paper as an integral element of 3-dimensional expression;

4. To examine and highlight the use of paper in art forms in historical and contemporary practice;

5. To examine traditional paper forming techniques and application and their relevance to contemporary practice;

6. To develop visual research materials a resource.

Content

Topics may include:

Fibre/Pulp preparation;

Recycling;

Colouration (dye, pigment);

Sheet Formation;

Bookbinding (western, oriental) artists books;

Conservation;

3-D moulding, casting, spraying;

Collage and assemblage;

Mixed and multi media experimentation;

Materials technology;

Health and safety.

Replacing Course(s)

n/a

Transition

n/a

Industrial Experience

Assumed Knowledge

Successful completion of AART1300, AART1310, and AART1500 (or equivalent)

Modes of Delivery

Internal Mode

Teaching Methods

Studio
Tutorial

Assessment Items

Journal	Studio journal accounts for 20%
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

Timetables