Painting: Studio Research requires you to undertake advanced research and experimentation with mediums and processes contextualised by contemporary painting practice and your individual research priorities. You will further explore methodologies through studio-based investigation and critical reflection. Studio activities will develop your project proposal into finished works, in consultation and using guidance offered in class tutorial sessions. You will recieve the critical support needed to pursue practice-led research methodologies in relation to contemporary painting. Building from previous studies in the other Painting courses, Painting: Studio Research will lead to develop the basis for a more committed and focused body of research suitable for further development in the honours year.

Painting: Studio Research is an advanced Year 3 studio course within the BFA(Hons) or BMA(Hons) program. It is one of a suite of interrelated core Painting courses that comprise a four-course specialisation in the BFA(Hons) or BMA(Hons) program. This specialist course covers professional studio knowledge, skills and attitudes for painting. This course builds upon concepts and methodologies introduced in Year 2 Painting courses, and relates to companion Year 3 Painting courses by providing a context for more advanced and self-directed studies.