Expression - Shape and Colour

Aim

On completion of the course, the student should be able to: - use different sketching techniques - demonstrate a basic understanding of the physical and chemical properties of the sketching materials, - account for basic concepts of design, colouring, handicraft, arts and crafts, domestic crafts and design, - present and design objects in two and three dimensions, - visualise and communicate shape ideas, - use different techniques for working with decor, patterns, colouring and surface treatment, - present, analyse and make quality assessments of own and the work of others from a shape and colour perspective.

Content

The course covers creative experimental work with an emphasis on shape and colour and reflections on experiences of shape and colour. The student experiments with different surface treatment and colouring techniques to achieve alternative modes of expression. The course covers laboratory and examining design methods, sketching and imagery for planning individual work. The student applies decor, composition and pattern exercises linked to products. The student is introduced to using reflection and a critical approach. The course includes exercises and assignments with presentation techniques that give the students opportunity to reflect on how the own knowledge can be translated into future products. The course addresses the meaning of the concepts of handicraft, arts and crafts, crafts and domestic crafts, and design. Also important to the course is analysis of the concept of quality as well as different conceptions of this as a basis for object analysis. A documentation assignment is given in connection with the study visit.