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In this comprehensive painting methods subject, students gain a thorough understanding of painting techniques and methods. Emphasis is placed on the nature of observation and the way it is utilised in painting. Drawing on a wide range of contemporary and historical approaches, students gain a theoretical understanding of painting and develop a critical awareness of individual skill and proficiency.

Subject
Painting Methods

Course
CUA51125 Diploma of Visual Arts

Subject Overview

Code
Duration
12 week term
Intake
3 intakes per year February, June, September
Timetable
One 2.75 hour class per week
Enrolment Deadline
Check for room if class starts in 4 weeks
Prerequistes
There are no prerequisites
Location
Collingwood, Melbourne
Who Can Enrol?
All students can enrol. Talk to us about accredited study
Course Brochure
Distance From CBD
2.5KM

Subject Outline

This year-long subject is made up of three study units. Each unit runs for a 2.75-hour class session over a 12-week term. Units can be enrolled in any order or as a single unit of study if chosen. All three units complete the painting requirement for the CUA51125 Diploma of Visual Art and enable students to progress to the Advance Diploma.

Quick Facts

  • No experience is necessary
  • Single unit enrolment is welcome
  • Study units can be completed in any order
  • Class sessions are once a week
  • Students are from a wide range of age groups and backgrounds.
  • Completion of all three study units: Painting Methods A, Painting Methods W, and Painting Methods S will complete the painting methods requirement of the Diploma of Visual Arts.

Methods &
Techniques

Methods and techniques covered include handling of oil paints, use of opaque and transparent pigments, colour mixing and selection, and preparation of painting surfaces such as canvas. Students also explore various approaches to paint application including blending, glazing, scumbling, wet in wet, encaustic (wax), and impasto.

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Subject Details

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The following enrolment form is for students wanting to register their interest to study one of our single subjects. The following enrolment form is composed of two parts and should take approximately 10 minutes to complete if you have all of the information at hand. Following submission of the form, one of our friendly staff will contact you to discuss your enrolment and finalise the next steps. Need help with enrolment? Contact us on the link provided.

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