JWL2311 · Material transformations: Jewellery and object forming

Overview

This unit introduces you to the practice and research of contemporary jewellery and object-based work and is taught through fine art and design methodologies. The emphasis in this unit is on engaging studio processes that combine making with critical thinking to explore a range of innovative approaches to jewellery and object-based work as contemporary cultural production and research. The process of making jewellery and objects is taught through the acquisition of a variety of skills and techniques that incorporate working with metal, wood and plastic in addition to a broad range of other materials and processes.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

100% in-semester assessment

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Establish experimental studio processes that generate ongoing creative enquiry in jewellery, body related objects and object based sculpture;
2. Demonstrate an understanding of different material properties and the conceptual implication of basic studio techniques;
3. Articulate and engage critical dialogue and research surrounding methods, design and materials;
4. Apply technical skills in metal, wood and plastic fabrication and other creative strategies as a form of expression appropriate to the concepts you are investigating;
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the place contemporary jewellery and object-based practice in the fields of contemporary creative practice, nationally and internationally.
6. Demonstrate abilities to safely and effectively use specialist material processes and equipment to generate outcomes.

Workload

12 hours per week including 4 contact hours plus 8 hours of independent study.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.