This module introduces the practices of producing observational artwork through progressive study in a variety of media.
In this module, students will be introduced to the practices of creating artwork through progressive study, using a wide variety of traditional media, as well as learning how to critically evaluate their work.

Topics covered are:
Art and design terminology
Observational skills
Proportion and anatomy
Capturing colour and light
Artwork evaluation methods
Line work, form, and value
Measured drawing and construction techniques

Assessment Component 1: Art Portfolio
This consists of:

A series of completed observational drawings in traditional medias
A clear use of construction methods applied throughout the portfolio tasks
Evidence of supporting study tasks completed outside of class

Assessing Learning Outcome(s) 1 and 2

Assessment Component 2: Reflective Report
This consists of:

A critical analysis and reflective report covering creative processes used throughout the portfolio
Discussion of the student journey and personal progression in skill development
A professional formatting to produce a clear and concise report

Assessing Learning Outcome(s) 3

20 credit module
6 hours per week

1.5 hours
Lecture/Demo

3 hours Life drawing
1.5 hours Group Critique/Q&A/Feedback session

1. Demonstrate a range of practical art techniques via observational drawing.
Knowledge & Understanding, Application.

2. Evidence development of traditional art skills including but not limited to the following areas: line, shape, proportion, form, volume, perspective, colour.
Learning, Enquiry, Problem Solving.

3. Communicate progression and learning through a reflective report.
Analysis, Reflection, Communication.

Traditional Art Media
Life Drawing subjects
Art easels
AV equipment

Dunn, Alphonso (2015), Pen & Ink Drawing, Three Minds Press

Edwards, Betty (2013), Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, Souvenir Press Ltd

Goldfinger, Eliot (2004), Animal Anatomy for Artists: The Elements of Form, Oxford University Press

Norling, Ernest R. (1999) Perspective Made Easy, Mineola, New York, Dover Publications

Robertson, Scott (2012) How to draw: Drawing and Sketching Objects and Environments from Your Imagination, Design Studio Press

Students will learn how to look and observe with artistic intent to reproduce using traditional methods. They will learn to assess light and shadow, capturing shape and form through observational drawing, whilst also learning how to self-critique and evaluate their progress.