Round Composition (Practical)

Paper Code: 
24VAS(C)224
Credits: 
6
Contact Hours: 
90.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

The course will enable the students to learn through the recreation of artworks by significant artists from history, gaining insights into their techniques and artistic language. They will execute compositions in various extreme scales, mastering the handling of materials across different sizes of the composition. Additionally, students will learn by duplicating the artist's style, tool handling, surface treatment, and other aspects, deepening their understanding of the artist's execution methods.

 

Course Outcomes: 

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Learning Outcome

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Course Title

24VAS(C)224

 

Round Composition

(Practical)

 

CO38: Develop a layout or maquette that integrates a thorough understanding of compositional properties, executing elements such as visual weight and visual tempo. Study the renowned and pivotal sculptural compositions of the world to comprehend the essence of compositional properties.

 

CO39: Prepare a submission showcasing art skills by experimenting with forms to convey unique expressions. Develop an understanding of formal elements by replicating artists' decisions on form, proportion, posture, etc. Utilize various techniques to achieve flawless mold-making for perfect castings.

 

CO40: Validate the skills acquired in round composition work in class through an oral examination, demonstrating proficiency in expressing composition and articulating the learning experience.

 

CO41: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction.

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion on composition subjects, Tutorials, Videos, Demonstration,

 

Learning activities for the students:

Sketching, lay outing of composition, Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, presentation, Giving tasks, Field practical, handling of tools, machines, and casting and molding equipments

Layouts and Sketches, Continuous Assessment Test, Semester End Examinations, Daily Assignments, Observation, Student Teacher Interaction and Final Submissions

 

 

COURSE CONTENT:

The student will prepare compositions in round using various textures, medium and will practice for skillful handling of tools and materials.

SUBMISSION:  4 works in round

 

Essential Readings: 
  1. George Martin P.j., Objective Voice, Vadehra Art Gallery, 2010
  2.  Devi Prasad, Ram Kinker Baij, Tulika Books
  3. Shubhalakshmi Shukla, Contemporary Indian Art - Imagined Locales, B. R. Publishing Corporation 
  4.  D. P. Roy Choudhary, Lalit Kala Akademy, New Delhi

 

Suggested Readings:

  1. Meera Mukherjee, Folk Metal Craft of Eastern India, Bharat Prakashan, Delhi
  2. Arnason, History of Modern Art, Thames & Hudson Ltd., London
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