AH1014E Art in the Making: II

Academic Year 2021/2022

*** Not available in the academic year indicated above ***

Stepping outside chronological & stylistic parameters this module aims to extend the understanding and appreciation of the history of European painting.
In this module the working methods & fundamental techniques involved in the production of a work of art are examined. Focussing on painting, though also considering sculpture, it will explore a variety of media used by artists, and will also give some consideration to developments in terms of artists' status & working practice.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this MODULE students should be able to:
- Understand and apply the basic terminology relevant to painting techniques
- Identify correctly the different media used in painting.
- Describe the materials and processes involved in the main painting techniques.
- Discuss the history and use of the main painting techniques in the broader framework of European painting from Late Antiquity to the 19th century.

Indicative Module Content:

Topics include:

Techniques: Oil II
Techniques: Watercolour
Techniques: Pastel
Techniques: Drawing
Techniques: Printmaking
Techniques: Sculpture I & II
The Artist: status, training & practice I, II, III, IV & V

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

18
Field Trip/External Visits

2
Specified Learning Activities

40
Autonomous Student Learning

40
Total

100
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
The module is taught via lectures and an additional class in the form of a field trip to the National Gallery of Ireland which will give students the opportunity to look at artworks in the original and to discuss ideas that have been raised in the lectures.
Support material will be available on Brightspace but students are encouraged to visit the library in person, make use of recommended texts, read books, visit galleries and museums and contribute in class. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Assignment: Online test in Brightspace Coursework (End of Trimester) n/a Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

30
Assignment: Compare & contrast assignment Week 9 n/a Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

70

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Students will receive written feedback post-assessment.