Course Title: Investigate printmaking materials and processes
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2020
Course Code: VART6369C
Course Title: Investigate printmaking materials and processes
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5348 - Diploma of Visual Arts
Course Contact: Joel Rainford
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4815
Course Contact Email: svdsc.mac@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 80
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will explore the diverse application of printmaking to communicate ideas. This will include developing printmaking skills and confidence to proactively experiment with various printmaking techniques and ideas to develop an individual style or voice.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUAPRI502 Investigate printmaking materials and processes |
Element: |
1. Research printmaking materials and processes |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Research ways that other artists have used different printmaking materials and processes to achieve different effects and identify intellectual property requirements 1.2 Research physical properties and capabilities of a range of printmaking materials 1.3 Investigate how different materials and printmaking techniques best combine to achieve different technical effects 1.4 Investigate safety issues associated with different materials and processes 1.5 Collate and store safety and technical data to meet safety requirements for use 1.6 Determine cost and supply issues for different materials |
Element: |
2. Select printmaking materials and processes for exploration |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Seek and participate in professional discussions about characteristics and opportunities of particular printmaking materials and processes 2.2 Evaluate creative and professional opportunities offered by different printmaking materials and processes for own approach to work 2.3 Identify and assess limitations and constraints of particular materials and processes 2.4 Select a particular range of materials and processes that suit own practice |
Element: |
3. Integrate printmaking materials and processes into own work |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Explore own new and different ways of working with materials and processes to achieve new effects and desired outcomes 3.2 Challenge and stretch the capabilities and uses of different materials and processes through experimentation on samples, practice pieces or a work in progress 3.3 Proactively identify and resolve technical problems with material use 3.4 Develop own ways of working with materials and processes to create individual style 3.5 Develop a coherent body of printmaking work that shows command of selected printmaking materials 3.6 Use safe work practices for handling materials and disposal of waste |
Element: |
4. Manage printmaking materials |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Establish supply of printmaking materials which meets price, quality and delivery expectations 4.2 Develop ways of working with materials that minimise waste 4.3 Maintain quality and maximise shelf-life of printmaking materials through appropriate handling and storage |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate your competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will consist of:
• in class activities
• out-of-class activities
• peer teaching and class presentations
• online research
• group discussion
• independent project based work
• teacher directed group activities/projects
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Week 1 |
Course information and requirements. Discuss handouts. Introduction to the actual studio space. Presentation of previous year outcomes of student work for all projects delivered over the semester. Monochromatic lino prints, intaglio prints, and colour linocuts Presentation of a printmaking exchange curated and created by artists in the Industry. This shows a range of process that can be created through Printmaking. Discuss drawings students need to complete/begin for next class including how to research. Linoleum cut - Pattern |
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Week 2 | Health and Safety induction, Introduction to Conventions and Terminology. Overview of semester delivery. |
Look at student work on an individual basis Discuss their research, how to resolve drawings and the best outcome from their drawing that would translate successfully to a linocut Prepare lino block How to transfer image to block Cutting techniques and possible variety of mark making Using a bench block and OH&S issues applicable to the task. |
Week 3 | Assessment 1 Monochromatic Linoleum cut – Pattern |
Cuttings – students working on their block. How to use a hot plate to warm block. Repeat OH&S issues applicable to the task. |
Week 4 | Assessment 1 Monochromatic Linoleum cut – Pattern |
How to set up a press for relief printing Demonstration on one press. Group of student set the two other presses. How to tear paper for printing. How to create a registration sheet. All students tear their own paper and make their own registration sheet. How to prepare ink, correct way to get out of tin and use of roller. Demonstration of applying ink to block and putting through the press Students proof their lino blocks and practice applying ink correctly taking into account too little or too much ink. |
Week 5 | Assessment 1 Monochromatic Linoleum cut – Pattern |
How to set up a press for relief printing Demonstration on one press. Group of student set the two other presses. How to tear paper for printing. How to create a registration sheet. All students tear their own paper and make their own registration sheet. How to prepare ink, correct way to get out of tin and use of roller. Demonstration of applying ink to block and putting through the press Students proof their lino blocks and practice applying ink correctly taking into account too little or too much ink. |
Week 6 | Assessment 1 Monochromatic Linoleum cut – Pattern |
How to set up a press for relief printing Demonstration on one press. Group of student set the two other presses. How to tear paper for printing. How to create a registration sheet. All students tear their own paper and make their own registration sheet. How to prepare ink, correct way to get out of tin and use of roller. Demonstration of applying ink to block and putting through the press Students proof their lino blocks and practice applying ink correctly taking into account too little or too much ink. |
Week 7 | Assessment 1 Monochromatic Linoleum cut – Pattern |
Editioning their block. Creating 5 identical prints. Introduction to Project 2 Still life – intaglio. Present examples of previous student work. Discuss artists to look and working drawing to bring to next class. |
Week 8 | Assessment 2 Introduction to intaglio Still life | Demonstrate how to file a copper plate and prepare the plate for ground application. Discuss with students individually their research and drawings and the best possible outcome for the project |
Week 9 | Assessment 2 Introduction to intaglio Still life | |
Week 10 | Assessment 2 Introduction to intaglio Still life |
Demo on transferring image to block, direct, use red oxide transfer paper. Demo how to use etching needles and drawing image into the ground |
Week 11 | Assessment 2 Introduction to intaglio Still life |
How to etch a plate using corrosive. Demonstrate OH&S issues applicable to the task. The correct PPE to use. Students etch their pales. Demonstrate removal of ground & how to prepare the plate for proofing - scrape and burnish edges |
Week 12 | Assessment 2 Introduction to intaglio Still life | Setting press for intaglio, how to ink up and print plate. Discuss how to create tone via aquatint. Applying aquatint to plates |
Week 13 | Assessment 2 Introduction to intaglio Still life | Demo How to etch aquatint including times, blocking out. Students to complete |
Week 14 | Assessment 2 Introduction to intaglio Still life |
Registration & Edition intaglio print Students to complete |
Week 15 | Assessment 3 Colour Linoleum Printing | Cut lino block, how to make individual registration sheets for each unique outcome. Demo how to print ‘wet on wet’ colour lino. Student to complete the above task |
Week 16 | Assessment 3 Colour Linoleum Printing | Students complete printing unique state colour lino cuts |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include three projects. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
Assessment Tasks
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills at a standard expected in the workplace.
To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for full assessment criteria
Assessment Task 1: Monochromatic Lino
The purpose of this assessment is for the student to develop skills and knowledge of printmaking processes and techniques related to linocuts.To be deemed competent the student must complete an edition of 5 monochromatic linocuts, a visual research journal and a technical reference book.
Due Week 6
Assessment 2 - Intaglio Print
The purpose of this assessment is for the student to develop skills and knowledge of printmaking processes and techniques related to linocuts.To be deemed competent the student must complete an edition of 5 monochromatic linocuts, a visual research journal and a technical reference book.
Due Week 14
Assessment 3 - Unique State Print
The purpose of this assessment is for the student to develop skills and knowledge of printmaking processes and techniques related to unique state colour lino prints. To be deemed competent the student must complete a series of 8 unique state colour lino prints, a visual research journal and participate in a peer review.
Due Week 16
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:
CA: Competency Achieved
NYC: Not Yet Competent
DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises
It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Information about your studies:
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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