VAFA260 Printmaking II
Department of Arts and Communication: Printmaking
- I. Course Number and Title
- VAFA260 Printmaking II
- II. Number of Credits
- 3 credits
- III. Number of Instructional Minutes
- 4050
- IV. Prerequisites
- VAFA160 (C or better)
- Corequisites
- None
- V. Other Pertinent Information
- In addition to class studio time, students are expected to work outside of class each week under the supervision of a lab assistant or at home. Safe shop practices are emphasized.
- VI. Catalog Course Description
- This course is a continuation of the Introduction to Printmaking class. Students add to their knowledge of intaglio and relief printmaking processes through the exploration of intermediate-level technical skills. Students develop their own imagery and investigate printmaking as a means of creative expression.
- VII. Required Course Content and Direction
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Course Learning Goals
Students will:
- use higher-level technical skills in intaglio and relief printmaking;
- apply creative, expressive, and aesthetic skills through the production of prints; and
- employ good craftsmanship and safe practices in the exploration of printmaking.
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Planned Sequence of Topics and/or Learning Activities
Students propose their own concept or theme to the instructor at the beginning of the semester and then apply these ideas to the creation of a body of work. Students may choose from a variety of printmaking processes (including but not limited to aquatint and lift ground; spit bite; chine colle; multiple block/plate printing; reduction printing; polyester plate lithography; color monoprinting and viscosity printing; advanced registration techniques; and/or a combination of different techniques). Students mat and present their work. Safe shop practices are demonstrated. -
Assessment Methods for Course Learning Goals
Student assessment is based on the successful completion of their proposed body of work commensurate with intermediate-level skills, the presentation of projects, critiques, and the demonstration of safety practices in the printmaking studio. Quizzes/tests may also be used at the discretion of the instructor. Projects are assessed through critiques, oral presentations, and discussions. -
Reference, Resource, or Learning Materials to be used by Student:
Learning materials may include, but are not limited to: technical handouts, books, slides, videos, digital media, audio, lectures, and demonstrations. See course syllabus.
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Review/Approval Date - 12/04; Revised 3/2010; Revised 4/2012; New Core 8/2015;Revised 5/20; Revised 5/20/2024