FKH3003 Painting Course description

Introduction

This course promotes practical and theoretical knowledge about painting in an educational context.  Focuses are on different two-dimensional expressions within the fields of painting, colour and composition, through theory and practice. A diversity of techniques and materials are introduced and explored through workshops and lectures. The course is adapted for working with a personal expressions within painting, utterances, critical thinking and assessment. The course is adapted for international exchange.

Required preliminary courses

Completed and passed first and second year of Specialised Teacher Training in Art and Design. Other equivalent education at college or university level may also be accepted.

Admission to the programme.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge:

The student

• has broad knowledge about materials, tools and techniques relevant to the subject painting
• has knowledge about contemporary art and can use this as a reference and inspiration in his/her own creative work
• has knowledge about different work methods within creative work, such as intuitive and analytical processes, idea development and problem-solving 
• has knowledge about innovation and research and development work relevant to the subject areas 
• has knowledge about sustainable development in relation to painting

Skills:

The student

• is capable of reflecting on, discussing and applying subject specific knowledge on theoretical and practical aesthetical issues
• is capable of exploring and evaluating the interplay between materials, tools and techniques, both in relation to tradition and innovation
• is capable of defining and implementing a development project related to the subject area painting
• is capable of using and reflecting on subject specific theory in relation to the subject areas and for teaching

General competence:

The student

• is capable of inspiring, motivating and supervising others through creative and explorative processes
• is capable of explaining relevant methods and approaches for acquiring knowledge within painting
• is capable of identifying and using relevant sources such as literature, artwork and artefacts and referring to these in accordance with the rules for correct use of referencing
• has knowledge about different tools and materials and of issues concerning production, health, the environment and security
• is capable of discussing and reflecting on the subject areas as potential career choices for pupils

Teaching and learning methods

The work methods vary between studio work, workshops, lectures, self-study and group work. Different teaching methods for supervision and assessment are used throughout the course, and creative and explorative work is emphasised.

All key aspects of the course will not necessarily be covered at lectures and workshops. The student is expected to study the course literature independently, self-study an active participation in organised teaching and workshops.

Course Requirements

The coursework requirements will be assessed as approved/not approved. The coursework is assessed by the course teachers. If the coursework requirements are not approved, the student will be given one attempt to amend and improve his/her work. All coursework requirements must be approved before the student can take the exam.

Presentation of project plan

• documentation of studio work: sketches, drawings, paintings
• an oral presentation

Assessment

The exam is a project assignment within a topic in painting of the students choice. The project assignment consists of the following requirements:

• Delimitation of project with problem
• Written part where subject theory, professional anchoring and method description are included. Range: 2000-2500 words
• Investigations and completed practical creative work

Exam results can be appealed.

All aids allowed.

Graded scale A-F

Examiners

The Exam Project is assessed by two internal examiner. External examiners are used regularly.

Ingeborg Stana

Professor of Visual Arts at the Institute of Art, Design and Drama

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