James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2003

VA2611:04

Painting Techniques *

39 hours practicals. Semester 1 (Townsville campus); Semester 2 (Cairns campus).

Available to all students except BVA students whose major area of study is in painting. This is also a level 2 Bachelor of Education subject for intending early childhood/primary/secondary teachers undertaking a major/sub-major in art.

Staff: Dr J Brown (Townsville campus); Ms M Genever (Cairns campus).

This subject is specifically designed for students wishing to study painting techniques and approaches and to develop skills in using a range of painting media. Students studying art theory or education will find this subject useful.

Learning Objectives:

1. to acquire knowledge about pigment properties;
2. to demonstrate understanding of conventional approaches to painting;
3. to gain practical experience in using different painting techniques;
4. to explore a wide range of paint mediums;
5. to develop skills in handling paint.

Assessment by four prescribed folios of paintings (20% each); visual diary (20%).