DESA1002 Major 2
The details for the course, Major 2 (DESA1002), apply to all of the following topics. Specific descriptions for Syllabus and Proposed Assessment that apply to each topic are detailed below.
Ceramics
Syllabus
This semester will be centered on a field study and will incorporate all or some of the processes covered in Major 1. An introduction to sourcing materials will be included. The glaze/clay/kilns course commences during this semester and is completed in Major 3.
Contact: Head of Ceramics Workshop, Janet DeBoos
Furniture
Syllabus
The course is structured around projects designed to further the introduction of a range of conceptual and thematic aspects. The study and application of jointing systems will continue, together with relevant wood-shaping techniques, marking-out systems, woodfinishing and technical drawing. Objective free hand drawing and presentation drawing are scheduled components of the course. Concept development, research, drawing and design are part of the practical and theory components of the course work structure. The Workshop teaching program is supported by specialties such as tool making which are run through the Workshop Visiting Artist Program.
Contact: Head of Furniture Workshop, Rodney Hayward
Glass
Syllabus
The second semester will continue the focus on kiln forming, hot glass skills development and an overview of the field of contemporary studio glass. Fundamentals taught in practical kiln forming areas include fusing, kiln use and cold working techniques. In the hot shop students learn the foundations of the material including gathering and manipulating hot glass as well as exercises which provide a vocabulary of working with sold and blown glass forms.
Contact: Head of Glass Workshop, Richard Whiteley
Gold and Silversmithing
Syllabus
Students extend their studies by developing individual themes and work methods. The programs of study are project-oriented and concentrate on developing students' skills and on choosing and applying techniques appropriate to their particular tasks. There is a greater emphasis on the use of varied methods in the same work and new materials and a combination of materials which will be introduced. Individual projects are decided upon in consultation with Workshop staff. Reference throughout, will be made to the history of gold & silversmithing so that students become aware of the context in which their subject has evolved.
Contact: Head of Gold & Silversmithing Workshop, Johannes Kuhnen
Sculpture
Syllabus
Students embrace a diversity of ideas and materiality relevant to the practice of sculpture. Students engage with a range of conceptual, thematic and design considerations through an imaginative exploration of their creative responses to making. Set projects explore modeling and casting, assemblage and installation. Focus sessions in studio theory introduce students to an extensive range of artists, ideas and approaches to making through historical precedent and contemporary practice. Studio introductions cover a wide range of approaches to making and materiality. Knowledge of large plant within the Sculpture Workshop is reinforced in this course. Outcomes can embrace abstraction as well as figuration. Students further develop an awareness of occupational health and safety issues introduced through studio procedures and management.
Contact: Head of Sculpture Workshop, Wendy Teakel
Textiles
Syllabus
Students are introduced to the fundamentals of the discipline through a program of structured projects, which aim to develop technical, conceptual and art/design/textile skills. Through the semester students will work creatively with a range of materials and techniques to develop an understanding of textile processes and how they can be used in relation to art and design. The history, theory and contemporary field of textiles will be considered and discussed in lectures, seminars and workshops with staff and visiting artists, to provide a context for the practical studio work.
Concept development, fostering artistic awareness and exploration of visual art and design approaches will be integral to the projects. Students also participate in excursions to galleries, studios and workshops to develop their understanding of the contemporary field.
Contact: Head of Textiles Workshop, Valerie Kirk
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