Module Descriptors
FUNDAMENTALS OF TECHNICAL DRAWING
GDEV40009
Key Facts
Digital, Technology, Innovation and Business
Level 4
20 credits
Contact
Leader: Joseph Gronow
Email: joseph.gronow@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 48
Independent Study Hours: 152
Total Learning Hours: 200
Pattern of Delivery
- Occurrence A, Stoke Campus, UG Semester 1
Sites
- Stoke Campus
Assessment
- ART PORTFOLOIO weighted at 80%
- REFLECTIVE REPORT - 1000 WORDS weighted at 20%
Module Details
Indicative Content
This module introduces the practices of producing observational artwork through progressive study in Photoshop.
In this module, students will be introduced to the practices of creating artwork through progressive study, using digital media, as well as learning how to critically evaluate their work.
Topics covered are:
Navigation and use of Photoshop for Drawing
Basic perspective construction
Modifying primitive forms
Value Shading
Linework
In this module, students will be introduced to the practices of creating artwork through progressive study, using digital media, as well as learning how to critically evaluate their work.
Topics covered are:
Navigation and use of Photoshop for Drawing
Basic perspective construction
Modifying primitive forms
Value Shading
Linework
Additional Assessment Details
Assessment Component 1 – (Learning outcomes 1, 2, and 4)
An Art Portfolio weighted at 80% consisting of:
A series of completed digital observational studies evidencing a clear understanding of perspective construction methods, the application of observed study to imaginative concept work and, a fully constructed and shaded prop design.
Assessment Component 2 – (Learning outcomes 3 and 4)
A Reflective Report weighted at 20% consisting of:
A reflective report including a critical analysis of the creative processes used throughout the portfolio, discussion around your learning journey, personal progression and skill development.
An Art Portfolio weighted at 80% consisting of:
A series of completed digital observational studies evidencing a clear understanding of perspective construction methods, the application of observed study to imaginative concept work and, a fully constructed and shaded prop design.
Assessment Component 2 – (Learning outcomes 3 and 4)
A Reflective Report weighted at 20% consisting of:
A reflective report including a critical analysis of the creative processes used throughout the portfolio, discussion around your learning journey, personal progression and skill development.
Learning Strategies
1x 1.5 hr Lecture/Demo
1x 3 hr Practical workshop
1x 1.5 hr Tutorial
1x 3 hr Practical workshop
1x 1.5 hr Tutorial
Learning Outcomes
1. Draw forms in perspective from observation
2. Apply techniques in the construction of believable concepts from imagination
3. Discuss a professional approach to solving the design challenges and use of appropriate workflows
4. Demonstrate a technical understanding of digital art tools and their application in the production of digital media and drawings
2. Apply techniques in the construction of believable concepts from imagination
3. Discuss a professional approach to solving the design challenges and use of appropriate workflows
4. Demonstrate a technical understanding of digital art tools and their application in the production of digital media and drawings
Resources
Computers
Drawing Tablets
AV Equipment
Drawing Tablets
AV Equipment
Texts
Robertson, Scott (2012) How to draw: Drawing and Sketching Objects and Environments from Your Imagination, Design Studio Press IBSN: 9781933492735
Norling, Ernest R. (1999) Perspective Made Easy, Mineola, New York, Dover Publications ISBN: 9781440339233
Edwards, Betty (2013), Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, Souvenir Press Ltd ISBN: 9780285624689
Mateu-Mestre, Marcos (2016), Framed Perspective Vol. 1, Design Studio Press ISBN: 139781624650307
Speed, H. (2019) Practice and science of drawing. Good Press. ISBN: 9780486228709
Norling, Ernest R. (1999) Perspective Made Easy, Mineola, New York, Dover Publications ISBN: 9781440339233
Edwards, Betty (2013), Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, Souvenir Press Ltd ISBN: 9780285624689
Mateu-Mestre, Marcos (2016), Framed Perspective Vol. 1, Design Studio Press ISBN: 139781624650307
Speed, H. (2019) Practice and science of drawing. Good Press. ISBN: 9780486228709
Web Descriptors
Students will learn how to look and observe with artistic intent to reproduce using digital media. They will learn to assess light and shadow, capturing shape and form through observational drawing, which they will then apply to their own designs. They will learn how to self-critique and evaluate their own progress.