RESEARCH METHODS - VISUAL ARTS A
VPA4RVA
Not currently offered
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
The theory/research component is mandatory and must be undertaken concurrently with VPA4SPA in Semester 1 and VPA4SPB and VPA4RVB in Semester 2. Critical dialogue and theoretical analysis pursued through lectures and tutorials contribute to the production of an exegesis which will inform examination of studio outcomes.
School: School of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Elliot Howard
Available to Study Abroad Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Exchange Students: Yes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: Admission in either BEHVA or RHVAGD
Co-requisites: VPA4RVB, VPA4SPB, VPA4SPA
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Art practice as research : inquiry in the visual arts | Recommended | Sullivan, G. , c2005. | OAKS, CALIF. : SAGE PUBLICATIONS |
| Readings | Visual methodologies : an introduction to the interpretation of visual materials. | Recommended | Rose, G., 2001 | LONDON ; THOUSAND OAKS, CALIF. : SAGE. |
| Readings | Visual research : an introduction to research methodologies in graphic design. | Recommended | Noble, I. & Bestley R. , c2005 | LONDON : AVA. |
| Readings | Visualizing research : a guide for postgraduate students in art and design. | Recommended | Gray, C. & Malins J., 2004. | BURLINGTON : ASHGATE |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Construct an approach of your own to your artwork, critically reflecting on historic or traditional approaches in your discipline.
- Activities:
- Use writing skills to show an understanding of art practice specific to a consolidating skills in a specific discipline
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Develop and evaluate ideas, concepts and processes by thinking creatively, critically and reflectively
- Activities:
- Developmental artwork, artist journals, personal writing on contemporary exhibitions viewed in different contexts.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Reflect critically on contemporary art theoretical positions and their relationship with art practice.
- Activities:
- To consolidate an individual approach to contemporary visual arts practice and evaluate the practice within this context.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)