Paper Technology - SART9752

 
Faculty: College of Fine Arts
 
 
School:  School of Art
 
 
Course Outline: Download course outline (PDF format)
 
 
Campus: College of Fine Arts Campus
 
 
Career: Postgraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Fee Band: 1 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description


In this course, students will undertake a comprehensive investigation of the characteristics and properties of paper in the broadest context, with emphasis on the wide variety of papers used by artists. Students will gain an insight into the history, making and usage of paper particularly as it applies to contemporary art practice. Through lectures, demonstrations, and projects, students will gain an understanding of the conservation of paper, handmade and casting paper processes and appropriate choice of paper for various media.