Extending the Line: Charcoal
Extending the Line: Charcoal can be studied as a stand-alone course at Aberystwyth University.
Key Facts
Language: English
Duration: 10 Weeks
Number of Credits: 10
Tutor: Rhys Pugh
Learning Method: Face-to-face
Level: This module is at CQFW Level 4
Module Code: XJ15910
Fee: £140.00 - Fee Waiver Scheme available
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Overview
This is a module designed to use charcoal only. By exploring the medium’s potential for mark making, the module aims to aid students to discover its qualities and extend its conventional use. Through a variety of projects ranging from life drawing to imaginative responses, students will produce a body of work that indicates developing skills in fundamental drawing techniques.
Programme
Students will work on a variety of investigative projects to include a range of images for:-
Portfolio:
- Drawing by candlelight
- Thumb nail sketches
- Underlying washes with ink
Tutorial:
- Imitating metal surfaces
- Tonal drawing
- Chiaroscuro
- Carving back using bread
- Wax resist
- Self portrait
- Life drawing
- Progressive movement and drawing
- Frottage
- Imaginative responses.
Learning Outcomes
- Show evidence of having explored different skills and techniques using charcoal.
- Build a portfolio including large and small-scale work alongside a visual diary showing contextual awareness of art and art history.
- Demonstrate a knowledge of the work and techniques of artists who have used charcoal.
Assessments
- Visual Diary - 20%
- Portfolio - 80%
Reading Suggestions
Additional reading list available on request.
Entry Requirements
This course is for everyone. No previous experience is needed and there are no formal entry requirements.
What Do I Need?
A list of materials, not included in the course fees, will be available prior to the course start date.
Lifelong Learning Office, Second Floor of Cledwyn Building, Penglais Campus, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3DD
Tel: (01970) 621580 Email: learning@aber.ac.uk