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Unit study package code: VISA3016

Mode of study: Area External

Tuition pattern summary: Note: For any specific variations to this tuition pattern and for precise information refer to the Learning Activities section.

Credit Value: 25.0

Pre-requisite units: Nil

Co-requisite units: Nil

Anti-requisite units: Nil

Result type: Grade/Mark

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Unit Outline

VISA3016 VAR300 Art Visual Research OpenUnis SP 2, 2021

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Syllabus You will develop a self-directed visual art project by negotiated proposal to progress skills in the techniques and processes of various specialisations within contemporary art practice, through drawing, writing and analysis or other media.

Introduction Welcome to VAR300 Art Visual Research.  In this unit, you are required to contextualise and expand upon the notion of Drawing through the knowledge that drawing contains many processes, applications and techniques that can include but also extend beyond works on paper. You will undertake two intensive projects: Science, Nature and Artifice and Architectural Drawing. 

In each exercise you will be required to engage and develop:

l An understanding of how drawing has been explored by artists throughout history and how it may be interpreted in conventional and non-conventional forms within contemporary art.

l An understanding of how to undertake appropriate research to formulate new ideas. l Knowledge of how to articulate your ideas through written form. l Techniques to assist in the progression of visual outcomes. l Exploration and development of digital media in your creative practice. l An awareness of cultural understanding through materials and imagery. l Confidence in critiquing and evaluating your work and the work of others.

You are encouraged to develop the necessary skills to become proactive and autonomous in your art projects/exercises. It is expected that you consult with your tutor on a regular basis to discuss your ideas and working methodology.

We hope you enjoy this unit.

 

Content Warning: This unit can contain sensitive or mature content that is not suitable for viewing by young persons.

Unit Learning Outcomes All graduates of Curtin University achieve a set of six Graduate Capabilities during their course of study. These inform an employer that, through your studies, you have acquired discipline knowledge and a range of other skills and capabilities which employers would value in a professional setting. Each unit in your course addresses the Graduate Capabilities through a clearly identified set of learning outcomes. They form a vital part in the process referred to as assurance of learning. The learning outcomes notify you of what you are expected to know, understand or be able to do in order to be successful in this unit. Each assessment for this unit is carefully designed to test your knowledge of one or more of the unit learning outcomes. On successfully completing all of the assessments you will have achieved all of these learning outcomes.

Your course has been designed so that on graduating you will have achieved all of Curtin's Graduate Capabilities through the assurance of learning processes in each unit.

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Curtin's Graduate Capabilities

Learning Activities This unit is designed for online learning requiring you to engage in the unit materials and participate in activities to support your learning. The items listed below detail what you will need to access and engage in to complete the unit learning requirements:​

l Undertake and complete the weekly set tasks, research and readings listed in the Study Guide. l Utilise all of the learning resources available through Blackboard as well as those that you identify through

your own further research to complete your assignments. l Extend your knowledge by accessing the Readings available via the Reading List Link. l Engage in and contribute to weekly discussions on the Discussion Board. l Participate in ‘live’ discussions in Collaborate sessions as scheduled by the tutor. l Engage in active and constructive communication with your tutor and peers to learn more about your

area of discipline and to develop your online learning skills. l Complete and submit all assessable items on or before the due date and time.

As an online student, you have the opportunity to draw proactively on specific learning processes and shared perspectives to help develop and expand critical thinking when engaging with assigned tasks.

Important Note: Assessment due times mentioned in this unit outline are as per Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) (UTC +8).  For conversion assistance, try https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/

Learning Resources Library Reading List

The Reading List for this unit can be accessed through Blackboard.

Other resources

UNIT MATERIALS

The unit materials are accessible in Blackboard via the Study Guide & Resources link in the left-hand menu. The materials include the Study Guide and additional learning tools and eResources.

Study Guide

The Study Guide is specifically written for a fully online mode of learning. It provides the major content of your

On successful completion of this unit students can: Graduate Capabilities

addressed 1 Demonstrate a clear articulation of ideas using appropriate media and

processes 2 Apply evaluation skills in the analysis of research and outcomes

3 Analyse personal limitations of knowledge, skills or abilities in order to make

self directed learning decisions 4 Extend the boundaries of research through application of the language of the

discipline

Apply discipline knowledge, principles and concepts

Innovative, creative and entrepreneurial

Effective communicators with digital competency

Globally engaged and responsive

Culturally competent to engage respectfully with local First Peoples and other diverse cultures

Industry connected and career capable

Find out more about Curtin's Graduate Capabilities at the Curtin Learning and Teaching website: clt.curtin.edu.au

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unit, with comprehensive instructions for the set projects and exercises that are required for you to successfully complete the unit. It is your primary guide to your learning and your engagement in a contemporary professional art course.

Set of Readings

Blackboard includes a link to the Reading List where you can access your set of selected readings for the unit.

The Set of Readings provide a selection of articles from a variety of sources to assist you in broadening your knowledge and understanding of contemporary art practice. It is expected that you extend your knowledge by reading further and beyond what has been provided. You are required to read at least one article per week.

Learning Resources

The Learning Resources Folder is located inside the Study Guide & Resources page. Here you will find a variety of useful resources specific to this unit, along with exemplars of previous students’ presentation submissions.

To assist your online learning experience, additional technical information and ‘how to’s have been developed which can be found in Shared Art Files.

Software for Students

Curtin has a range of agreements to provide software to currently enrolled students for free, or at a discounted price.  For more information, visit: https://students.curtin.edu.au/essentials/it/software/. This provision includes Microsoft Office.  For more information, go to https://students.curtin.edu.au/essentials/it/software/, scroll down to Productivity Tools > Downloading Microsoft Office.

Art Supplies

You are expected to supply your art materials for this unit. While a fully equipped working studio is not required students should have a designated working space in which to think and make work.

Health & Safety

The work you will undertake in this unit of study may involve using materials and/or processes that could be hazardous to your health. It is your responsibility as a student to ensure you are aware of the materials you use and minimise any hazards they may pose. Please refer to the unit Study Guide for further information regarding Health & Safety procedures.

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Assessment Assessment policy exemptions

l There are no exemptions to the assessment policy

Assessment schedule

*Please refer to the Late Assessment and the Assessment Extension sections below for specific details and conditions.

Detailed information on assessment tasks

1.

Task Value

% Date Due

Unit Learning

Outcome(s) Assessed

Late Assessments Accepted?*

Assessment Extensions

Considered?*

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Investigation 40% Week: 6 Day: Monday, July 5 Time: 9.00 am (AWST)

1,2,3,4 Yes Yes

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Presentation 60% Week: 13 Day: Monday, August 23 Time: 9.00 am (AWST)

1,2,3,4 Yes Yes

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Assessment Task 1: Investigation

Due: Monday of Week 6 

Items assessed:

l Two 100-200 word discussion board activity posts; l 150 – 200 word concept statement defining your idea; l A series of 5 “drawing” outcomes or negotiated “drawing” outcomes (the quota of the latter must

be approved by your tutor); l Visual diary work (at least 40 slides) including evidence of idea development, material and process

exploration, artist and other research (at least 4 examples of each) and any unresolved outcomes; l Self Evaluation

Please ensure that you use the Chicago 17th B referencing style and submit your work via the VAR300 Submit Assignments link in the Assessment Zone. Marking Criteria

The expanded Assessment Rubric can be found in Blackboard>Assessment Info

 

2.

Assessment Criteria 0-49 Inadequate Evidence

50-59 Evident at ​basic level

60-69 Proficient

70-79 Developed

80-100 Highly Developed

Conceptual Premise - Effective development and written communication of research ideas.

         

Applied Research - Effective demonstration of visual planning and material and process exploration.

         

Contextual References – Appropriate evidence of contemporary and historical arts and other research.

         

Resolution and Presentation - Evidence of a well resolved and presented a body of work.

         

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Assessment Task 2: Presentation

Due: Monday of Week 13  

l One 100-200 discussion room activity post; l 150 – 200 word concept statement outlining your idea; l A series of 6-8 drawing outcomes or negotiated “drawing” outcomes (the quota of the latter must

be approved by your tutor); l Visual diary work (at least 50 slides) including evidence of idea development, thumbnail drawings,

photographs, working drawings, material and process exploration, artist and other research (at least 4 examples of each) and any unresolved outcomes;

l Self-Evaluation

Please ensure that you use the Chicago 17th B referencing style and submit your work via the VAR300 Submit Assignments link in the Assessment Zone. Marking Criteria

The expanded Assessment Rubric can be found in Blackboard>Assessment Information.

Pass requirements

There are two requirements to achieve a ‘pass’ grade in the unit.

1. An overall mark of 50% across the different assessments in the unit, and 2. All assessments must be attempted and submitted.

Failure to attempt or submit an assessment will result in a ‘Fail-incomplete’ grade for the unit irrespective of the mark achieved.

Assessment Criteria 0-49 Inadequate Evidence

50-59 Evident at ​basic level

60-69 Proficient

70-79 Developed

80-100 Highly ​Developed

Conceptual Premise - Demonstrated clarity and focus of written communication.

         

Applied Research - Appropriate evidence of decision- making, skill development and material and process experimentation.

         

Contextual References – Evidence, application and relevance of contemporary and historical artist and other research.

         

Resolution and Presentation - Evidence of a well resolved and presented a body of work.

         

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Assessment Moderation Fair assessment through moderation

Moderation describes a quality assurance process to ensure that assessments are appropriate to the learning outcomes, and that students work is evaluated consistently by assessors. Minimum standards for the moderation of assessments are described in the Assessment and Student Progression Manual, available from policies.curtin.edu.au/findapolicy/

Pre-marking moderation

l Assessment task details are provided to students in the unit outline or prior to the assessment task l Marking criteria are made available to students in the unit outline or when the assessment task is assigned l Assessors are provided with rubric/marking guide and sufficient information to ensure fair and consistent

evaluation of student work

Intra-marking / Post-marking moderation

l Second marking of borderline student work l Second marking of outlier samples l Second marking of a random sample to check for consistent application of marking criteria and standards

Late assessment

Where the submission of a late assessment is permitted, late penalties will be consistently applied in this unit.

Where a late assessment is permitted for an assessment item or the entirety of the unit (refer to the Assessment Schedule table in this Unit Outline) and the student does not have an approved assessment extension:

1. For assessment items submitted within the first 24 hours after the due date/time, students will be penalised by a deduction of 5% of the total marks allocated for the assessment task;

2. For each additional 24 hour period commenced an additional penalty of 10% of the total marks allocated for the assessment item will be deducted; and

3. Assessment items submitted more than 168 hours late (7 calendar days) will receive a mark of zero.

Where late assessment is NOT permitted for an assessment item or the entirety of the unit (refer to the Assessment Schedule table in this Unit Outline) and the student does not have an approved assessment extension:

1. All assessment items submitted after the due date/time will receive a mark of zero.

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Assessment extension

Where an application for an assessment extension is permitted for an assessment item(s) within this unit (refer to the Assessment Schedule table in this Unit Outline):

1. A student who is unable to complete an assessment item by/on the due date/time as a result of exceptional circumstances beyond the student’s control, may apply for an assessment extension on the Assessment Extension Application Form as prescribed by the Academic Registrar. The form is available on the Forms page at https://students.curtin.edu.au/essentials/forms-documents/forms/ and also within the student’s OASIS (My Studies tab – Quick Forms) account.

2. The student will be expected to submit their application for an Assessment Extension with supporting documentation:

a. Australian Campuses: via the online form b. Offshore campuses: to the School representative nominated below

3. Timely submission of this information supports the assessment process. For applications that are declined, delayed submission may have significant ramifications on the possible marks awarded.

4. An application may be accepted up to five working days after the due date/time of the assessment item where the student is able to provide a verifiable explanation as to why they were not able to submit the application prior to the assessment due date/time

Where an application for an assessment extension is NOT permitted for an assessment item(s) within this unit (refer to the Assessment Schedule table in this Unit Outline):

1. All assessment items submitted after the due date/time will be subject to late penalties or receive a mark of zero depending on the unit permitting late assessment submissions.

All assessment extensions must be submitted via the online form: https://students.connect.curtin.edu.au/app/assessment_extension.

For any other enquiries please contact Curtin Connect via the Student Enquiry Webform https://students.connect.curtin.edu.au/app/ask or by telephone on 1300 222 888.

Deferred assessments

Further assessment

Further assessments, if granted by the Board of Examiners, will be held between 06/10/2021 and 03/11/2021 . Notification to students will be made after the Board of Examiners meeting via the Official Communications Channel in OASIS.

It is the responsibility of the student to be available to complete the requirements of a further assessment. If your results show that you have been granted a further assessment you should immediately check OASIS for details.

If your results show that you have been granted a deferred assessment you should immediately check OASIS for details.

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Reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities/health circumstances likely to impact on studies

A Curtin Access Plan (CAP) is a document that outlines the type and level of support required by a student with a disability or health condition to have equitable access to their studies at Curtin. Carers for people with disability may also be eligible for support. This support can include alternative exam or test arrangements, study materials in accessible formats, access to Curtin's facilities and services or other support as discussed with an advisor from AccessAbility Services.

Documentation is required from your treating Health Professional to confirm your health circumstances or carer responsibilities.

If you think you may be eligible for a CAP, please contact AccessAbility Services. If you already have a CAP please provide it to the Unit Coordinator in week 1 of each study period.

Referencing style

The referencing style for this unit is Chicago 17th B.

More information can be found on this style from the Library web site: https://libguides.library.curtin.edu.au/uniskills/referencing/chicago17.

Privacy As part of a learning or assessment activity, or class participation, your image or voice may be recorded or transmitted by equipment and systems operated by Curtin University. Transmission may be to other venues on campus or to others both in Australia and overseas.

Your image or voice may also be recorded by students on personal equipment for individual or group study or assessment purposes. Such recordings may not be reproduced or uploaded to a publicly accessible web environment. If you wish to make such recordings for study purposes as a courtesy you should always seek the permission of those who are impacted by the recording.

Recording of classes or course materials may not be exchanged or distributed for commercial purposes, for compensation, or for any other purpose other than personal study for the enrolled students in the unit. Breach of this may subject a student to disciplinary action under Statute No 10 – Student Disciplinary Statute.

If you wish to discuss this please talk to your Unit Coordinator.

Copyright The course material for this unit is provided to you for your own research and study only. It is subject to copyright. It is a copyright infringement to make this material available on third party websites.

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Academic Integrity (including plagiarism and cheating) Academic Integrity

Curtin's Student Charter, Academic Integrity Program (AIP), and core Values guide expectations regarding student behaviour and responsibilities. Information on these topics can be found on the Student Essentials Website or the Academic Integrity tab in Blackboard.

Academic Integrity Warnings

An Academic Integrity Warning may be issued to a New-to-Curtin student if they have inadequately acknowledged sources or collaborated inappropriately. The Management of Academic Integrity Warnings for New to Curtin Students Procedures provide further information and explain who is considered to be New-to-Curtin.

Academic Misconduct

Students with an academic breach that do not meet the New-to-Curtin criteria will be managed through the misconduct process. Academic Misconduct means conduct by a student that is dishonest or unfair in connection with any academic work. This includes all types of plagiarism, cheating, collusion, falsification or fabrication of data or other content, and Academic Misconduct Other, such as falsifying medical certificates for extension. More details can be found on the Student Essentials Website or on the Academic Integrity Website.

Staff members are required to report suspected misconduct and an inquiry may take place. If misconduct is determined it will result in penalties, which may include a warning, a reduced or nil grade, a requirement to repeat the assessment, an annulled grade (ANN) or termination from the course. Some penalties may impact on future enrolment.

Academic work under inquiry will not be graded until the process has concluded. If your work is the subject of an inquiry you will be notified by email and Official Communication with an opportunity to respond. Appropriate support will be provided. For more information refer to Statute No.10 Student Discipline and Academic Misconduct Rules.

Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Expectations Curtin students are expected to have reliable internet access in order to connect to OASIS email and learning systems such as Blackboard and Library Services.

You may also require a computer or mobile device for preparing and submitting your work.

For general ICT assistance, in the first instance please contact OASIS Student Support: oasisapps.curtin.edu.au/help/general/support.cfm

For specific assistance with any of the items listed below, please contact The Learning Centre: life.curtin.edu.au/learning-support/learning_centre.htm

l Using Blackboard, the I Drive and Back-Up files l Introduction to PowerPoint, Word and Excel

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Additional information

l Curtin Official Communication Channel and OASIS l Use of the Blackboard App l Presentation and Submitting Folio for Assessment l Enrolment

CURTIN OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION CHANNEL AND OASIS

Students are responsible for checking the Official Communication Channel (OCC) via OASIS regularly (at least once per week). Important communications such as assessment extension application outcomes will always be sent via the OCC. Your OCC inbox is accessible via Curtin Student OASIS.

USE OF THE BLACKBOARD APP

A Blackboard App is available to download from Google Play or the Apple App Store.  Please note that the App does not support all Blackboard functions and external links such as Reading Lists and iLectures cannot be accessed. To view iLectures on a mobile device, use the Echo360 App, which can also be downloaded from Google Play or the Apple App Store. Reading Lists should be accessed via web based Blackboard, e.g. Chrome or Firefox.

Please ensure you are always using the latest version of the app for best results as updates are frequently applied. Please also note that Curtin University is not responsible for the Blackboard app and any feedback you have should be made on the app directly. PRESENTATION AND SUBMITTING FOLIO FOR ASSESSMENT

The format of your presentation should be well considered for the assessment of your work. It is expected that you learn to develop good documentation skills with digital photography to best present your work for online assessment. A submission which shows your working methodology and clearly presents your ideas and outcomes will help to present your work at its best. Use the provided Learning Resources to guide you as well as refer to the student exemplar folio Presentations.

All project work and items for each assessment are submitted online via the Submit Assignments link in the Assessment Zone.  Please refer to information detailed below:

SUBMIT ASSESSMENTS

It is a requirement that you complete the student declaration when submitting your assignment.

Page one of your presentation must include your name and Curtin student number. Adding this information helps the marker to identify which assessment is yours. A specific coversheet is not required.

When submitting your work for assessment, make sure you include all of the information in one single file format - use the cover sheet as your first page. The preferred file format for your submission is PowerPoint presentation which may be saved as a .pdf file before submitting for assessment.   Note: work submitted as multiple files will be returned to you to be re-submitted within a specified time-frame as a single file. If re-submission does not meet the required date as requested assessment penalties may be applied.  

PRESENTATION AND DOCUMENTATION:  

To ensure you present your best images for assessment we suggest you experiment with different settings, especially as your intention should be to convey the best possible record of your work. The assessment of your work is compromised if the quality of images is poor: e.g. out of focus, badly lit, low-resolution (150dpi recommended), or have been digitally manipulated. It is appropriate to crop images to reduce any background interference. Use a neutral background like a white wall or black/white paper to place your work on before photographing.    Please refer to the Folio Guidelines in Blackboard> Study Guide and Resources.

All images presented that are not your own e.g., artwork, artist research,  must be clearly referenced and provided on the same slide/page as the image or information you are referencing.    

VISUAL DIARY: 

You can scan your visual diary or use a digital camera to document the appropriate pages. Make sure you clearly

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identify your file submissions by using the following as an example. e.g., JaneSMITH_ VAR300_ assess 1.pptx

Enrolment

It is your responsibility to ensure that your enrolment is correct - you can check your enrolment through the eStudent option on OASIS, where you can also print an Enrolment Advice.

Student Rights and Responsibilities It is the responsibility of every student to be aware of all relevant legislation, policies and procedures relating to their rights and responsibilities as a student. These include:

l the Student Charter l Values and Signature Behaviours l the University's policy and statements on plagiarism and academic integrity l copyright principles and responsibilities l the University's policies on appropriate use of software and computer facilities

Information on all of the above is available through the University's "Student Rights and Responsibilities" website at: students.curtin.edu.au/rights.

Student Equity There are a number of factors that might disadvantage some students from participating in their studies or assessments to the best of their ability, under standard conditions. These factors may include a disability or medical condition (e.g. mental illness, chronic illness, physical or sensory disability, learning disability), significant caring responsibilities, pregnancy, religious practices, living in a remote location,or another reason. If you believe you may be unfairly disadvantaged on these or other grounds please contact the appropriate service below. It is important to note that the staff of the University may not be able to meet your needs if they are not informed of your individual circumstances, so please get in touch with the appropriate service if you require assistance.

To discuss your needs in relation to:

l Disability or medical conditions, contact AccessAbility Services: https://students.curtin.edu.au/personal- support/disability/

l Elite athletes, contact Elite Athlete Coordinator: https://stadium.curtin.edu.au/sport/academy/elite-athlete- program/

l All other grounds, contact the Student Wellbeing Advisory Service: https://students.curtin.edu.au/personal- support/counselling-guidance/wellbeing/

Recent unit changes Students are encouraged to provide unit feedback through eVALUate, Curtin's online student feedback system. For more information about eVALUate, please refer to evaluate.curtin.edu.au/info/.

Recent changes to this unit include:

l Assessment Rubrics have been updated for this unit.

 

To view previous student feedback about this unit, search for the Unit Summary Report at https://evaluate.curtin.edu.au/student/unit_search.cfm. See https://evaluate.curtin.edu.au/info/dates.cfm to find out when you can eVALUate this unit.

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Program calendar STUDY LOAD   Time allocation for this unit is 10 hours per week minimum. We recommend that a maximum of one hour per week of this time is allocated to the Discussion Board.

Week Begin Date

VAR300: ART VISUAL RESEARCH  Online Discussion and Collaborate Activities

Submissions Due for Assessment

O wk 24 May

Peruse the unit materials in blackboard before Week 1 commences.

1 31 May

Project 1: Exercise 1 Commence exercise by researching the project topic: Science, Nature and Artifice.

   

2 7 June

Test your ideas through an investigative approach to research and exploration – undertake artist and other research; brainstorm ideas, visually plan out ideas, test and experiment with different materials and processes and so forth.

#1 In the discussion board, post a 100-200 word critique on Rachel Whiteread's approach to drawing and how it informs her practice.

 

3 14 June

Work in progress     Refine work into a resolved series of drawings or negotiated drawing outcomes.

Tutor will schedule a collaborate session to discuss work in progress

 

4 21 June

#2 In the discussion board, post a 100-200 word critique on one artist and how they  communicate an idea of science, nature and artifice.

 

5 28 June

Share work in the discussion board for peer review.

 

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6 5 July SUBMIT WORK FOR ASSESSMENT Project 1: Exercise 1 Double-check that you have addressed all of the submission & assessment requirements before uploading your work for assessment.     PROJECT 2: Exercise 1 Commence exercise by researching the project topic: Architectural Drawing

Share work in the discussion board for peer review.

INVESTIGATION – PROJECT 1:  Ex1 Due: Monday of week 6. *Two 100-200 word discussion room posts. *150–200 word concept statement defining your idea. * 5 “drawing” outcomes or negotiated “drawing” outcomes. *Visual diary (40+ slides) work including idea development, material and process exploration, artist and other research and any unresolved outcomes. *Self-Evaluation

7 12 July

PROJECT 2: Work in progress:

Test your ideas through an investigative approach to research and exploration. Undertake artist and other research; brainstorm ideas, visually plan out ideas, Explore media, materials and processes.

Tutor will schedule a collaborate session to discuss Project 2 work in progress.

 

8 19 July

 

9 26 July

PROJECT 2: Work in progress:   Refine work in progress into a resolved series of drawings or negotiated drawing outcomes.

#3 In the discussion board, post a 100-200 word synopsis describing the key ideas in Peter Cook’s presentation and what you found the most interesting.

 

10 2 Aug Share work in the discussion board for peer review

 

11 9 Aug Tutor will schedule a collaborate session to discuss Project 2 work in progress.

 

12 16 Aug

Share work in the discussion board for peer review

 

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13 23 Aug

SUBMIT WORK FOR ASSESSMENT Project 2: Exercise 1 Double check that you have addressed all of the submission & assessment requirements before uploading your work for assessment

Final discussion posts. PRESENTATION – PROJECT 2: Ex 1. Due: Monday of week 13. *One 100-200 word discussion room activity post. *150–200 word concept statement outlining your idea. * 6-8 drawing outcomes or negotiated “drawing” outcomes. *Visual diary work (50+ slides) including evidence of idea development, thumbnail drawings, photographs, working drawings, material and process exploration, artist and other research and any unresolved outcomes. *Self-Evaluation

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