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Unit Overview

Description

This studio unit explores the principles and techniques of photography and associated printmaking. Students will gain exposure to a wide array of technical and conceptual approaches essential for cultivating their artistic practice in the field. They will gain the knowledge and skills needed to complete a photography and printmaking project within the context of contemporary art practices. In this studio-based learning environment, students will be encouraged to explore various photographic and print techniques, digital imaging, and the use of projected images in installations. For their final project, students will draw upon their practical and theoretical research to create a cohesive portfolio of artwork for presentation.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 2 elective
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) demonstrate an understanding and application of a range of technical skills relevant to methods of photography and printmaking; (2) critically review the context of the fine art photography and print making in contemporary visual culture and relate this to their own photographic practice; (3) exhibit a range of material and conceptual approaches to individual, collaborative and inter-disciplinary processes and production in relationship to photography and printmaking; and (4) communicate information and ideas effectively in written, oral and creative modes..

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) creative work; (2) written work; and (3) oral presentation. 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 and Paul Trinidad
Unit rules
Prerequisites
ARTF1052 Fine Arts Studio: Record, Visualise & Imagine
or ARTF1053 Digital Art and Object Making
or ARTF1054 Drawing Foundations
Incompatibility
VISA2273 Art of Drawing—Advanced
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 "
Participation in this unit will incur the following incidental fee(s):
Fine Arts consumables (estimated cost - $75-$350).
Contact hours
Up to 4 hours per week. Studio workshop (on campus): 4 hours
  • 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.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • 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.