Study Guide

Learning outcomes

Student:
- learn an introduction to the fundamentals of drawing, covering areas such as light and shadows, values, and line
- learn an introduction to the use of collage as a basic medium and form of expression
- learn an introduction to “mark-making”. In other words, using non-traditional tools and methods for making marks.
- learn the basics of installation and presentation of their works.
- gain knowledge of various artists, both historically and contemporary practice.

Implementation and methods of teaching

Piirustus ja Havainto is a direct continuation of the composition course. In this course, we will explore some of the basics of observational drawing, such as, light and shadow, value studies, and the basics of line drawing. The course will then explore areas such as collage and “mark-making” (making marks with non-traditional tools) as ways of developing a richer visual vocabulary and at the same time expanding the possibilities of personal expression.
Throughout the course, there will be regular critiques of the various assignments. The critiques will help to give each student feed-back on how well their artworks are communicating their intention. The critiques will also help develop skills in how to present and talk about your artwork.

The course is designed to help students better understand the process of making proposals for competitions and commissioned public art projects. In the course we will deal with actual sites and situations where we will design artworks for specific locations, (primarily on the LUT campus, and in some cases, situations located off campus).

Timing and attendance

Daily attendance is required, as well as completion of projects.

The courses typically take place between 13.00 – 16.00, from Tuesday to Friday. Exceptions to the schedule might occur on critique day, when we typically begin in mornings around 11.00. The evaluation comes primarily at the critiques and then in the final grade when the student has completed the course work.

Learning material and recommended literature

Aside from the lectures, there will be given internet links and other materials will be given each day

Working life cooperation

Some internships may arise according to projects that will be offered to the school.

Exam retakes

The dates for critiques are typically on Friday of the first and second week, and then at the last day of the course.

Learning environment

Aside from the Covid lockdowns, the course will be held in person.
The course is conducted in English.

Student time use and work load

Daily attendance is required, as well as completion of projects.

The courses typically take place between 13.00 – 16.00, from Tuesday to Friday. Exceptions to the schedule might occur on critique day, when we typically begin in mornings around 11.00. The evaluation comes primarily at the critiques and then in the final grade when the student has completed the course work.

Contents

The course is designed to help students better understand the process of making proposals for competitions and commissioned public art projects. In the course we will deal with actual sites and situations where we will design artworks for specific locations, (primarily on the LUT campus, and in some cases, situations located off campus).

Most information will be given in person. There will only be online information if we must move to distance learning.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

No previous knowledge is required.

Most information will be given in person. There will only be online information if we must move to distance learning.

Assessment criteria

Attendance to all lectures is primary. Every student should make school their top priority. All other matters must take second place. Any missed days will result in a lowering of your grade (unless for doctor appointments. That said, doctor appointments should be arranged in the mornings to avoid conflict with the course). All assignments must be turned in, otherwise, it will cause a reduction in the grade. Fulfilling those two essential areas will give you a passable grade. Beyond that, the time and energy you put into the course will be seen in the works you produce and will determine the final grade. Most students can make a 4-5 grade-point just by attending and showing interest in the course. More than 1-2 days missed in the course will mean you will have to take the course over again.

Assessment scale

1-5

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

• Can work according to instructions
• Can produce ideas for making a work of art and implement works of art
• Can identify and describe methods of making art under supervision
• Can participate in a guided learning discussion
• Can apply for professional knowledge in his / her field

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

• Can apply a variety of alternatives to his / her artistic work process
• Is able to implement works of art in a guided and independent way based on his / her ideas and develops his / her work based on the feedback he / she receives
• Can independently identify and compare the methods of making art
• Can evaluate and justify competence and set artistic, content and technical development goals
• Can follow and describe a professional discussion in his / her field

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

• Is able to apply and develop different alternatives to his / her artistic work process
• Is able to use what he / she has learned systematically and creatively when implementing works and to apply the feedback he / she receives
• Can apply the methods he uses and analyze works
• Is able to evaluate, develop and expand artistic, content and technical competence
• Can participate in a professional discussion in his / her field