Semester Assignment

 

FA 423, Advanced Painting Fall 2002

 

Personal Exploration and Body of Works

 

This semester will be focused on the development of your personal ideas, philosophies, and approach(es) to painting. You will be required to research, write about, and discuss the items we focus on the entire semester.

 

The semester’s schedule is as follows:

 

First Crit – Sept. 19th

 

Artist Statement – minimum 3 pages

2 Paintings – in progress, or finished that explore the ideas in your Artist Statement

The names of 2 artists you feel influenced by – have an idea of their works and history

 

Second Crit – Oct. 17th  – Midterm

 

Revised Artist Statement – minimum 3 pages

3 to 5 Paintings – minimum of 2 must be finished

2 Page Summary – cover one of the artists you have been researching

Find a Philosopher – begin researching a philosophy or philosopher that relates to the way you think about your works, ask me for direction if you need

 

Third Crit – Nov. 14th

 

Revised Artist Statement – condense and revise to 2 pages

5+ Paintings – minimum of 3 must be finished

3 Page Summary – cover the ideas of philosophy or philosopher and how their ideas relate to your personal ideas and work

 

Final Crit – Dead Week and Finals Week – Dec. 10th to 19th

 

Final Artist Statement – condensed and revised to 1 page

Resume`

5+ Finished Paintings

5 Slides – representing your body of works from this semester

 

 

Choice of materials is yours, keep a sketchbook and paint