A portfolio, typically comprising:
Evidence of experimental use of a wide range of media, showing innovative use of 2 and 3D media, including new and traditional media, in a suitable format. The presentation and justification of one piece of your own work, in an appropriate format, exploring and referencing contemporary and traditional practice.
[Learning Outcomes 1-4]

Students will be introduced to a range of new and traditional media and mark-making techniques, experimenting with different methods and approaches. The language associated with discussing and analysing visual forms will be explored, and students will use a range of communication methods to demonstrate and share their understanding of the formal elements and concepts associated with the visual arts.

Students will be encouraged to consider the impact of outside influences on their work, including creative industries trends and changes, as well as wider factors such as technological and financial influences. The rehearsal and sharing of ideas with peers and tutors will support the students' development of a personal style and ability to explain visual ideas to an audience.

Introductory briefing at onset of module
Workshops, to include demonstrations, studio tutorials and exploration of different media
Group tutorials and critiques with formative feedback
Individual tutorials

Students will have access to studio space and college library and computer resources.
University learning resources are available on campus at Stafford and Stoke-on-Trent, and online via the partner Need to Know pages of the university website.
http://www.staffs.ac.uk/courses_and_study/partnerships/current_students/email/index.jsp

Books:
Hornung, D. (2005). Colour: a workshop for artists and designers. . London: Laurence King.
Mirzoeff, N. (2009). An Introduction to Visual Culture. London: Routledge.
Thomas, Paul and Taylor, Anita (2003). Drawing (Foundation Course). London: Cassell.
Stanyer, Peter (2010). The complete book of drawing techniques . London: Arcturus.

Websites:
http://www.tate.org.uk/collections/glossary/definition.jsp?entryId=427
http://www.jerwoodvisualarts.org/page/3095/Jerwood+Drawing+Prize+2010

1. DEMONSTRATE EXPLORATION OF A RANGE OF MEDIA AND DRAWING TECHNIQUES THROUGH OWN WORK AND THAT OF OTHERS. HAVE IDENTIFIED APPROPRIATE LANGUAGE USED WHEN REFERRING TO VISUAL MEDIA. EXPERIMENT IN NEW AREAS, SHOWING WILLINGNESS TO INNOVATE.
[Enquiry]

2. SHOW HOW THE FORMAL PROPERTIES OF A RANGE OF 2D & 3D MEDIA INFLUENCE CHOICES MADE WHEN SELECTING FOR A PURPOSE. USE VISUAL LANGUAGE APPROPRIATE TO THE GIVEN TASK.
[Knowledge and Understanding

3. DEMONSTRATE AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE REASONS FOR THE STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES OF OWN WORK AND EVALUATE THE WORK OF OTHERS AND RELATE IT TO OWN EXPERIENCE.
[Analysis]

4. PRESENT OWN WORK TO AN AUDIENCE IN A SUITABLE FORMAT AND DESCRIBE PROCESSES, USING APPROPRIATE LANGUAGE AND A RANGE OF COMMUNICATION METHODS
[Communication]