Studying online
There are now 2 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
Click on an offering mode for more details.
Unit Overview
- Description
This unit introduces basic skills and applications in the theory and practice of painting as a means of developing individual creative expression. The unit 'fast tracks' strategies to achieve operational competency and awareness of the power of the medium of paint/painting and rapidly moves on to develop students' organisational, conceptual and technical skills within the framework of painting practice. Artists utilise a range of technical, organisational, intellectual and physical media to generate creative works and the unit investigates some of the strategies which artists use to receive, translate, work with and develop ideas and images in contemporary cultural traditions. Students learn skills to develop manifestations of thoughts, memories and imagination in their sketchbooks and in paintings. They develop an awareness of the role of colour theory, the painted image, the media and their applications in creativity, recording and problem solving. The unit emphasises practical applications which assist in giving ideas material form.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 1 elective
- Outcomes
This unit uses contemporary iconography and imagery from important contemporary artworks, artists, internet, advertising, film and television to resource the production of visual literature and facilitate awareness of the individual student's place within the scheme of visual culture. Developing the skills to mind-map place in popular culture enhances the student's perception of cross referencing visual iconography within the parameters of their major areas of study. The unit emphasises the development of creative thought as an elementary design process. By developing and using academic and observational research strategies, students learn skills to creatively interpret academic material from their major areas of study to formulate and express individual ideas. Students demonstrate through practice and theory: (1) knowledge of an introductory range of traditional painting processes; (2) a working understanding of the relationship between processes, materials and the expressive potential of painting; (3) ability to discuss developments in their work relative to contemporary visual practice and historic contexts; (4) within the studio setting, the ability to discuss their painting and media developments; and (5) a working understanding of processes associated with painting such as mixed media, collage, appropriated material and digitally processed media.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) folio submission of a series of interim studio projects and visual diary documentation; (2) visual and oral presentation; and (3) presentation of final folio submission with documentation. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Sarah Douglas
- Incidental fees
- Incidental student fees and charges are costs incurred by students as part of their studies at UWA that are in addition to their tuition fees (further information is available here).
Participation in this unit will incur the following incidental fee(s):Fine Arts consumables (estimated cost - $75-$350). - Contact hours
- studios: 3 hours per week
- Note
- Enrolled students can access unit material via the LMS (Learning Management System).
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.