VIS3000 Issues in Professional Development (FOART)

Units 1.0 (Visual Arts and Crafts) Band 1

Synopsis

Graduates in creative arts need an understanding of the issues related to a profession in the arts. This course provides students with an understanding of the commercial, legal and administrative aspects of the profession. Through information and procedures it will prepare the artist and craftsperson to function competently and professionally in a visual arts career. The criteria involved in making sound aesthetic decisions will be reviewed as will the role of art criticism and theory and its relevance to a personal philosophy. The development of a positive personal concept will be encouraged through research and analysis.