FA1SAA-Fine Art Studio

Module Provider: Art
Number of credits: 60 [30 ECTS credits]
Level:4
Terms in which taught: Autumn / Spring / Summer module
Pre-requisites:
Non-modular pre-requisites:
Co-requisites: FA1ATA Contemporary Art and Theory
Modules excluded:
Current from: 2021/2

Module Convenor: Mr Timothy Renshaw
Email: t.renshaw@reading.ac.uk

Type of module:

Summary module description:

The module aims to provide students with the skills to identify and investigate particular (individual) interests and concerns through practical engagement in the studio, and through related research; to develop the capacity for self criticism through informed debate and to develop confidence in students' ability to recognise, research and use working processes relevant to their developing practice. The module also aims to introduce students to the necessary tools that will enable them to use appropriate forms of visual documentation.

Aims:

• provide a framework, both practical and intellectual, for the development of an independent art practice


• foster in each student a critical awareness and understanding of contemporary art and its contexts


• develop students informed interest in the subject, enhance creativity and independence of thought through the provision of a supportive learning environment which promotes collaborative and independent learning


• initiate independent learning with potential and ability for continued professional practice, creative and intellectual development

Assessable learning outcomes:

ByÌýtheÌýend ofÌýtheÌýmodule it is expected that students will be ableÌýto:

1. Provide evidence of self-directed, purposeful experimentation and inquiry. [DEVELOPMENT]


2. Demonstrate an informed, effectiveÌýand skillfulÌýuse of materials, techniques and ideas. [PRODUCTION]


3. Show evidence of imaginative and critical engagement with relevant cultural and/or other contexts. [RESEARCH]


4. Make an in formed and considered selection of work that is effectively presented with appropriate methods. [PRESENTATION]


5. Demonstrate informed decision-making and reflective development, with a clear position and sense of ownership in relation to the work, its context and intentions.

Additional outcomes:

This module also aims to enable students to organise time productively, to develop communication skills and effectiveness in group situations. Students will also develop their IT skills by use of relevant web resources.

Outline content:

Global context:

Students are introduced to the exchange programmes and can apply for the following years study. The nature of art practice and the study of art is not geographically specific and contemporary art is considered within a international context.

Brief description of teaching and learning methods:

In the first weeks of the Autumn Term students receive guided project support to induct them into the studio environment and into working independently. During the term-time teaching staff are available from Monday to Friday to further guide students in the development of self-initiated working. The nature of tutorial discussions are framed within the key assessment criteria. Through tutorial meetings students are encouraged to reflect upon how to progress their work, develop their understand ing of materials and techniques, identity relevant artistic practices and to consider the role of presentation. During the Autumn and Spring term students can sign up for Material Sessions where they can learn and develop skills in a range of different media. Each student is assigned an Academic Tutor and who will oversea their progress, monitor their engagement with the studio teaching program and direct them to enrol on the appropriate Material Session. In weekly studio seminars student learn about documentation, writing an artist statement and the different assessment criteria. From the weekly visiting Artist Lecture program students learn about the diversity of relevant contemporary art practices. In the Autumn and Spring term students learn the value of collaborative work through making exhibitions and this also supports their understanding of presentation for the Formative and Summative Assessments. In addition to the fee