At the end of this module you will submit a body of work as outlined in the module handbook.

This will include;
A research file containing appropriate annotated research into the use of creative thinking and idea generating techniques. [Learning Outcome 1 and 3]
Responses to and a record of modulettes undertaken [Learning Outcome 1 and 2]
Clear presentation of work in sketchbooks demonstrating visual experimentation [Learning Outcome 2]
Presentation of finished artefacts and related visual materials using appropriate media. [Learning Outcome 2 and 3]
Portfolio of work produced in Life drawing [Learning Outcomes 1, 2]

This module concentrates on the development of ideas generation and image making techniques. The use of a variety of creative methods will be encouraged in order to assist in the generation of ideas, support problem solving and encourage the creative thinking processes. You will be required to explore a variety of methods and materials in the process of generating your ideas.

You will also be encouraged to develop your critical skills through group discussions and individual tutorials. Emphasis will be placed on an experimental and lateral approach to image making; this will be achieved through a series of exercises that involve both individual and/or team led work. As well as these tasks you will attend modulettes and provide evidence of this in your sketchbook as part of your creative development.Students should also demonstrate the use of modulettes throughout their work, of which these modulettes may change on an annual basis.

A range of studio based image making exercises and project work will provide the framework through which learning will take place, it will integrate the practical with the theoretical aspects of image making techniques.

Studio work will be supported by introductory lectures and seminars; work in progress will be monitored through group tutorials and critiques. Image making sessions will use a variety of creative thinking methods during both studio and self managed sessions.
Group critiques and presentations will be used throughout the module

Evening, M. (2007). Adobe Photoshop CS3 for photographers : a professional image editor's guide to the creative use of Photoshop for the Macintosh and PC. Amsterdam ; London, Focal.
Foster H. (2004)Art Since 1900: Modernism, Antimodernism and Postmodernism
Hughes R . (1991) The shock of the New.
Krause, J. (2003). Creative sparks : an index of 150+ concepts, images and exercises to ignite your design ingenuity. Newton Abbot, David & Charles.
Ocvirk, O. G. (2009). Art fundamentals : theory and practice. Boston, McGraw-Hill Higher Education.

Library
Internet access
Experimental workshop; resources for mixed media experimentation
Drawing studio
Data projector
Room with blackout
Slide library
Individual studio space
The Blackboard virtual learning evironment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.