Landscape Painting: A Sense of Place (10 credit points)

Special Information

In addition to the course fee, students are expected to provide the following list of indicate tools, materials and equipment

• A4/A3 sketchbook

• Charcoal

• Pencils

• Eraser

• Coloured chalk pastels

• Masking tape

• One-sided card

• Cartridge paper

• Acrylic paints

• Acrylic or oil brushes

• Sponge, roller and rags

• Appropriate waterproofs and warm clothing for location drawing

Content of Course

Over the class sessions the course will cover:

1. Introduction to the landscape painting using historical/contemporary imagery and brief.

2. Preparation for grounds in sketchbooks and on other surfaces.

3. Independent research – location drawing.

4. Composition-Editing, digital and analogue.

5. Monochromatic studies / range of tools.

6. Limited palette to full colour.

7. Work in series.

8. Start larger work.

9. Developing larger scale paintings.

10. Finishing work and group critique.

Teaching method(s)

The teaching will be based and delivered in specialist art and design studios or workshops and will typically include a range of practical exercises, introductions to techniques, processes and concepts, and set projects which lead to more focused and personal exploration. Over the course, students’ progress will be monitored and supported by the tutor.  Teaching will include practical demonstrations, one to one tuition, group discussions and critiques.

For work required to be undertaken after the class hours are complete, the course tutor will set students a ‘directed study plan’ which can be undertaken without the need for specialist workshops or access to models.

Directed study will include research into a range of suggested artists and their associated movements to engender a contextual awareness. Students are expected to demonstrate how their research has informed their work through annotated sketchbooks, a visual digital journal and practical outcomes. 

The Directed Study Plan will include preparing evidence of research and practical work to form an appropriate presentation for assessment.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this course, the student will be able to:

• Demonstrate a reflective approach to independent research and location drawing, which will be evidenced within the sketchbooks supported by contextual of contemporary art practices.

• Develop a range of drawings, paintings and studies from independently gathered research, displaying a confident use of materials, methods and techniques.

• Present a coherent body of work of landscape paintings and drawings, which demonstrate considered judgment in the editing and selection of the visual imagery.

Sources

Core Readings

Recommended:

• RAEDECKER, M. 2009. Michael Raedecker. London: Camden Arts Centre. Print.

• McFADYEN, J. 2012. Jock Mcfadyen. Edinburgh: Bourne Fine Art. Print.

• SILLARS, L. 2011. George Shaw : the sly and unseen day. Baltic.

• DOIG, P. et al.2008.  Peter Doig. New York: D.A.P./Distributed Art Publishers. Print.

• HODKIN, H. et al. 1995. Howard Hodgkin Paintings. New York: Harry N. Abrams Publishers in association with the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. Print.

• RHODES, C. 2000. Carol Rhodes. [Glasgow]: Tramway. Print.EARDLEY, Joan. 1990. Joan Eardley. London: The Scottish Gallery, London. Print.

Journal and periodicals:

• Modern Painters

Web Sources

www.tate.org

www.saatchigallery.com

Assessment

Details of the Art and Design assessment requirements can be found on the short course website. Please click on the following link for more information: Submission and Assessment Information

Studying for Credit

If you choose to study for credit you will need to allocate significant time outwith classes for coursework and assessment preparation. Credit points gained from this course can count towards the Certificate of Higher Education.

Queries

If you have questions regarding the course or enrolment, please contact COL Reception at Paterson's Land by email COL@ed.ac.uk or by phone 0131 650 4400.

Student support

If you have a disability, learning difficulty or health condition which may affect your studies, please let us know by ticking the 'specific support needs' box on your course application form. This will allow us to make appropriate adjustments in advance and in accordance with your rights under the Equality Act 2010. For more information please visit the Student Support section of our website.