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12798 (v.2) Introduction to Indigenous Art Materials and Techniques 192
Area: | Department of Art |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 3.0 |
Workshop: | 1 x 3 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 12796 (v.2) Introduction to Indigenous Art Materials and Techniques 191 or any previous version
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Syllabus: | Students will undertake a number of group initiated projects, working in two and three dimensions, through which they will explore a range of visual problems associated with form, communication and personal expression. Further exploration of the use of drawing as an analytical tool and an exploration of the symbolic and expressive properties of traditional materials and techniques. Students will develop a portfolio of work demonstrating their competence in traditional and contemporary technologies. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Selected appropriate media for developing their responses to conceptual problems. Gained an familiarity with the properties of a wide range of media and the ability to manipulate materials to solve problems set in workshop sessions. The ability to utilise practices to which they have traditional rights and to explore and develop new art practices in response to changing situations. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Dawson, J. (1981), The Complete Guide to Prints and Print Media Techniques and Materials. Oxford, Phaidon Press. Ross, J. and Romano, C. (1972), The Complete Printmaker. New York, Free Press. Green, J. (ed), (1981), Utopia - Women Country and Batik. (exh.cat.). Adelaide Festival Centre Gallery. Watson, C. et al (1989), Najanooga-Paintings and Prints by Aboriginal Artists. (exh. cat, Coo-ee Aboriginal Art, 28 February -27March). Ucko, P.J. (ed), (1977), Form in Indigenous Art. Canberra, Australian Institute of Aboriginal Studies. Maughan, J. and Magaw, J.V.S. (1986), The Dreamtime Today - A Survey of Contemporary Aboriginal Arts and Crafts (exh. cat ). Kintore Gallery, Adelaide 10-28 September, Flinders University Art Museum. |
Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Folio examination 60%, Mid-Semester review 40%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 100300 Visual Arts and Crafts (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 1 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Online | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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