GA2010 - Commercial Drawing and Illustration Techniques 2

Credit points:	03
Year:	2006
Student Contribution Band:	Band 1
Administered by:

Available to students enrolled in the BCommunication Design degree.

An introduction of advanced commercial drawing and illustration techniques. Students enrolled in this subject will undertake a series of theoretical and practical workshops designed to develop a broader understanding of the function, philosophy and role of commercial drawing and illustration in contemporary society. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of research and investigative activities through exercises designed to utilise a variety of design solutions. Students will explore a more diverse range of media including colour and become aware of their role as part artist, part designer. Students will also develop an understanding of the boundaries of drawing and painting for reproduction.Structured practical exercises will introduce students to aspects of: advanced illustration and visualisation skills; figure drawing; a comprehensive range of coloured media; realistic/photoreal rendering; concept building skills.

Learning Outcomes

• demonstrate competence in using a wide range of coloured media;
• develop a broad understanding in solving design problems;
• develop a personal style;
• develop a range of analytical and critical skills related to design practice;
• effective use of colour for maximum impact;
• gain an appreciation of the functional and aesthetic qualities of illustration and drawing;
• produce effective, full colour drawings and illustrations;
• produce high quality presentation visuals.

Graduate Qualities

• The ability to think critically, to analyse and evaluate claims, evidence and arguments;
• The ability to adapt knowledge to new situations;
• The ability to define and to solve problems in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to select and use appropriate IT tools;
• The ability to use and interpret different media;
• A coherent and disciplined body of skills, knowledge, values and professional ethics in at least one discipline area;
• The ability to use a variety of media and methods to retrieve, analyse, evaluate, organise and present information.

Prerequisites:

GA1010

Availabilities
, , Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2006
Coordinator:	arjvw
Lecturer:	art-dtf.
Contact hours:	13 hours 13 hours 13 hours
Assessment:	(20%); (60%); (20%).
Special Assessment Requirements:	In order to establish the authenticity of work submitted for assessment, attendance at practical classes is compulsory. Rolls are kept and work submitted by students with an attendance of less than 80% will not be eligible for assessment unless prior approval has been obtained in writing from the lecturer.

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.