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Core
Studies provides full instruction and introduces students
to the dynamics of composition, pictorial space, two-dimensional
design colour and colour theory, life drawing, observation,
analysis of form, anatomical study, general drawing, contemporary
and historical drawing and pictorial elements such as line,
plane, mass, form, volume, perspective and composition.
Through the use of media ranging from computers to charcoal,
students investigate drawing materials and develop sound
technical skills. Students are acquainted with the language,
practice and analysis of three-dimensional form and design.
The development of skills and safe work practices is an
integral part of the program. In Semester one undergraduate
students spend four days a week in Core Studies and work
on projects designed to introduce them to a range of skills
and conceptual issues. In Semester two students undertake
an introductory workshop in computer studies. They spend
three days a week in their major studies workshop and one
day in Art Theory.
The
Art Theory component is an integral part of Core Studies
and enables visual arts students to develop necessary critical
and analytical skills, as well as providing an introduction
to the issues, key historical periods and the specialised
vocabulary used in discussing art.
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