AART3780

Experimental Drawing

10 Units 3000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Emphasises contemporary conceptual and creative directions available to drawing practitioners. Students are exposed to and challenged by a series of studio and research-based projects which emphasise the limitations and latent opportunities within established drawing habits and conventional practices.

Objectives 1. To further promote studio-based understanding of the history and theory of drawing and its cultural context.

2. To creatively explore experimental and non-conventional materials, processes and applications of drawing.

3. To modify, adapt and expand unquestioned dimensions of drawing practice in a contemporary context.

4. To generate discussion and critical analysis of contemporary trends in drawing across a range of cultures and societies.
Content Emphasis is placed on the development of individual interpretations and adaptations within a framework of projects and studio-based explorations devoted to various aspects of the syllabus:

1. Challenges to established practices and cliches;

2. Definitions, idealisations and principles of contemporary drawing practice.

3. Individual, collaborative, commissioned and site-specific options;

4. Alternative exhibition, presentation and installation formats;

5. Radical possibilities of scale, proportion,
dimension and application of materials and methods;

6. Concepts of multi-media investigations;

7. Critical seminars of completed projects;

8. Compilation of appropriate forms of studio practice documentation;

9. Relevant health, safety and ethical considerations.
Replacing Course(s) n/a
Transition n/a
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Successful completion of AART1230 and AART1240 (or equivalent).
Modes of Delivery Flexible Delivery / Student Centred Learning
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Studio
Tutorial
Assessment Items
Journal Studio journal accounts for 20%
Other: (please specify) Students will require 75% attendance at studio sessions to be eligible for assessment.
Studio Output Studio production accounts for 80%
Contact Hours Studio: for 13 hour(s) per Week for 1 weeks
Tutorial: for 26 hour(s) per Week for 1 weeks
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for AART3780