Study Guide

Objective

The students will be able to
• form an informed idea on which to base the development of their art and the assessment of their own artistic processes, based on a dialogue between art and research
• form a view on basic ethical and aesthetic questions, concepts and methods
• assess and analyse their own artistic processes
• give and receive constructive and analytical feedback

Content

On this course, the students will focus on the basics of academic research, the research process and writing academic text. The students will learn about the concepts and methods of art research, image analysis as well as the potential of art research. The students will gain the necessary skills for critical interpretation and analysis of art and media imagery The students will also deepen their skills in evaluating and analysing the visual culture.
The studies are completed according to implementation plan through exercises, lecture journals, essays and/or exams, and by attended contact teaching sessions, instruction, artist introductions, lectures and/or excursions.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• get acquainted with topical phenomena and genres in art and other social activity
• express opinions
• develop their critical thinking
• understand the practices of contemporary art and identify those practices, discourses and elements in contemporary art that are relevant to their own work.

Content

Artistic work, the field of contemporary art and the related discourse.

Teaching methods

The course consists of lectures, reading and writing assignments, visits to exhibitions, and short artistic productions both individually and in groups.

International connections

Thoughts of incompleteness, exposure, unpredictability, surprise, and even vulnerability.

Trying things out, constant modification of one’s own thinking encourages open-mindedness.

Willingness to question notions that are already thought to be known.

Recognize the crucial role of the other-than-human ‘other’ in creative dialogues.

Giving up the pursuit of the right answer

Interference in the production of normality (queer reading or gaze), different interpretations, looking past the most obvious level.

Concentrating on process rather than outcomes.

Slow close-up reading and looking

Try out new things and take risks.

Content scheduling

The speculative worlds of art
Strange spaces, times, creatures and materials


How can we define the present? Does it always take place in relation to the past and the future? Does the present (NOW) even exist? What possibilities do we have to speculatively imagine what is to come?
The course will explore how creative world-making practices such as visual art and speculative literature, new technologies, feminist theory, etc., as perspectives and tools, can create or anticipate strange new forms of existence and temporalities, challenging our understanding of the past and opening up unexpected and potentially more promising futures.
The course aims to emphasize the need to structure experiences as fiction in order to understand them. By creating speculative systems or worlds through artistic work, our relationship with materials, objects, words and living and non-living beings will be explored.

The course will cover topics such as:

- The means of (speculative) fiction in art and art text
- Worlds within worlds
- New temporalities (times and spaces)
- New technologies, Artificial Intelligence, AR, VR, etc.
- Trying to pay attention to the overlooked, including non-human beings and matter
- The interconnection between the digital world and natural systems
- The invisible made visible or sensed

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for the artistic work
• develop the techniques and expression of their work
• carry out long-term artistic processes in a methodical and goal-oriented manner
• analyse their own work

Content

Supervised artistic work that may take place in connection with professional studies, other projects, through minor-subject studies under another degree programme or student exchange. The Artistic Work courses I–IV may be integrated into larger entities.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for the artistic work
• develop the techniques and expression of their work
• carry out long-term artistic processes in a methodical and goal-oriented manner
• analyse their own work

Content

Supervised artistic work that may take place in connection with professional studies, other projects, through minor-subject studies under another degree programme or student exchange. The Artistic Work courses I–IV may be integrated into larger entities.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for the artistic work
• develop the techniques and expression of their work
• carry out long-term artistic processes in a methodical and goal-oriented manner
• analyse their own work

Content

Supervised artistic work that may take place in connection with professional studies, other projects, through minor-subject studies under another degree programme or student exchange. The Artistic Work courses I–IV may be integrated into larger entities.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for themselves and work towards these goals according to a planned schedule
• recognise the discourse of contemporary art, adopt the practices and knowledge of professional artistic work and are able to benefit from these in their career.
• work independently in a forward-looking and methodical manner while utilizing different types of sources and collaboration networks and with confidence in their own vision.
• execute artistic work independently and to apply acquired knowledge in the thesis process.

Content

The artistic part of Bachelor’s thesis is demanding both in terms of scope and artistic content, as it shall consist of an independently and methodically executed work or series of works. The thesis work may be an action, exhibition, book or other similar production of visual art.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for themselves and work towards these goals according to a planned schedule
• recognise the discourse of contemporary art, adopt the practices and knowledge of professional artistic work and are able to benefit from these in their career.
• work independently in a forward-looking and methodical manner while utilizing different types of sources and collaboration networks and with confidence in their own vision.
• execute artistic work independently and to apply acquired knowledge in the thesis process.

Content

The artistic part of Bachelor’s thesis is demanding both in terms of scope and artistic content, as it shall consist of an independently and methodically executed work or series of works. The thesis work may be an action, exhibition, book or other similar production of visual art.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for themselves and work towards these goals according to a planned schedule
• obtain information and carry out research work as a foundation for artistic work.
• recognise the discourse of contemporary art, adopt the practices and knowledge of professional artistic work and are able to benefit from these in their career.
• work independently in a forward-looking and methodical manner while utilizing different types of sources and collaboration networks and with confidence on their own vision and taking into consideration the principles of sustainable development.
• analyse their personal working processes and their relation with the field of art in general and to improve their skills in communicating about their own work both in a spoken and written format.
• execute the thesis work independently and to apply acquired knowledge in the thesis process.

Content

In the research part, the students will discuss their own way of working, its background factors, practices and meanings.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for themselves and work towards these goals according to a planned schedule
• obtain information and carry out research work as a foundation for artistic work.
• recognise the discourse of contemporary art, adopt the practices and knowledge of professional artistic work and are able to benefit from these in their career.
• work independently in a forward-looking and methodical manner while utilizing different types of sources and collaboration networks and with confidence on their own vision and taking into consideration the principles of sustainable development.
• analyse their personal working processes and their relation with the field of art in general and to improve their skills in communicating about their own work both in a spoken and written format.
• execute the thesis work independently and to apply acquired knowledge in the thesis process.

Content

In the research part, the students will discuss their own way of working, its background factors, practices and meanings.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

Student
- knows how to use a digital camera
- is able to utilise the means of digital photography in their own artistic work
- is able to photograph their artworks
- knows the basics of image post-production and file management
- knows the basics of layout work.

Content

During the course, students learn about digital photography, image processing and the basics of layout work. During the course, students experiment and seek the opportunities offered by digital methods in their own artistic work. The student designs a portfolio during the course.

Materials

In the ItsLearning learning environment ang handouts

Teaching methods

- Lectures and demos
- Exercises in small groups
- Editing your own footage independently and in classroom situations
- Designing your own portfolio layout independently and in classroom situations

Student workload

Photographing your own works
Editing your images
Creating a portfolio layout

Content scheduling

During the course, students will learn about digital photography, image processing and the basics of post-production. During the course, students will experiment and explore the possibilities offered by digital methods in their own artistic work, as well as learn about the specific issues related to the photographing of artworks, both in terms of camera technology and lighting. During the course, students will design a portfolio and learn how to update it.

The course is divided into two parts:
In the intensive week (week 40 Tue 1 Oct - Fri 4 Oct), students will learn how to use a digital camera and lighting in repro photographing their artwork.
On Tuesdays in weeks 43-47 we focus on post-production (Lightroom, Adobe Bridge, CameraRaw and Photoshop) and the basics of layout work (InDesign).

Further information

ItsLearning learning environment, email

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The course is assessed numerically from 1 to 5
The course is assessment bases on attendance and completion of assignments:
- use of camera and photography impact on the grade 33%.
- Image processing 33%.
- Graphing layout work: 33 %.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Absent more than 20%.
Assignments not returned.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has participated in the interactions and completed the tasks successfully.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student has participated in interaction situations and has shown that he/she has mastered the main points covered in the course and is able to apply them in his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has participated actively and with consideration for others in interaction situations and has shown excellent mastery of the topics covered in the course and is able to apply them in his/her own work. The student is able to present the results of his/her work in a well-founded way.

Objective

Student
- knows how to use a digital camera
- is able to utilise the means of digital photography in their own artistic work
- is able to photograph their artworks
- knows the basics of image post-production and file management
- knows the basics of layout work.

Content

During the course, students learn about digital photography, image processing and the basics of layout work. During the course, students experiment and seek the opportunities offered by digital methods in their own artistic work. The student designs a portfolio during the course.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to:
• understand the basics of motion graphics and animation in After Effects
• recognize the possibilities of motion design in fine art and media
• develop their visual thinking in infographic and kinetic typographical content
• express their observations by means of abstraction and animation
• build on their knowledge of digital animation techniques

Content

- basics of motion graphics and animation in After Effects
- rigging and animating a 2D character in After Effects

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student can
- use different types of cameras.
- edit digital photographs and understand the basic principles of colour management.
- print high quality pigment prints.
- reflect on their expressive choices in an ethical and aesthetic way.

Content

The course introduces the technical basis of photography through theory and various short exercises. The emphasis is on an experimental and exploratory approach to artistic work - the observation and mastery of photographic phenomena, through which the student develops a strong understanding of photographic techniques.

Materials

Material distributed during lectures.

Teaching methods

Assignments, experimental work, lectures, and discussions. 100% attendance required.

International connections

During the course, a strong understanding of photography is developed through theory and experimental work. We use digital cameras and also consider issues related to digital workflows and printing from the perspective of sustainable development. Working methods and materials are chosen with respect for the environment and resources.

In practice: Topic-specific information – experiments/testing – viewing and discussing images.

Student workload

Assignments: 60%
Lectures and discussions: 25%
Independent theoretical reflection: 15%

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Irreplaceable absences.
Unsubmitted assignments.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has participated in interactive sessions and successfully completed the assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student has demonstrated a general understanding of the topics covered in the course and is able to apply them in their own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to reflect on their learning in relation to their previous knowledge and has demonstrated a personal perspective in their work, as well as the ability to justify their solutions.

Objective

The students will be able to:
• create versatile animation visuals in different styles
• apply the basic principles of drawing
• develop their creative thinking and artistic expression
• express their observations by means of concept art
• build on their knowledge of color, texture and technique
• analyse visual elements and determine the impact of different ways of presentation to the communicative and expressive potential of the image
• discuss and evaluate in a constructive manner the processes of their own artistic work as well as that of others
• allocate the right amount of time for study/the creation of a work and be prepared to adopt an alternative course of action if necessary
• find alternative methods to support their work

Content

Ideas, sketching, references, exaggeration, silhouettes, colour schemes, lighting, artistic expression

The drawing courses are based on the following practice and principle:
The key point for students is to nurture their own interest and motivation in working towards their personal goals and, when necessary, question established conventions.The activities and assignments are agreed individually on a case-by-case basis. The students are expected to actively participate in instruction and feedback discussions.

Content scheduling

Competence objectives of study unit

The students will be able to:
• create versatile animation visuals in different styles
• apply the basic principles of Concept, Character and Background Design
• develop their creative thinking and artistic expression
• express their observations by means of concept art
• build on their knowledge of color, texture and technique
• analyze visual elements and determine the impact of different ways of presentation to the communicative and expressive potential of the image
• discuss and evaluate in a constructive manner the processes of their own artistic work as well as that of others
• allocate the right amount of time for study/the creation of a work and be prepared to adopt an alternative course of action if necessary
• find alternative methods to support their work

Content of study unit
Ideas, sketching, references, exaggeration, silhouettes, colour schemes, lighting, artistic expression
The course is based on the following practice and principle:
The key point for students is to nurture their own interest and motivation in working towards their personal goals and, when necessary, question established conventions. The activities and assignments are agreed individually on a case-by-case basis. The students are expected to actively participate in instruction and feedback discussions.

The workshop will run in English.

There is room for 11 (+two laptop seats) students in the class room. The course is mainly for animation students, but if there is room also other students can join (firstly from the fine arts department). Students attending the course should have a some sort of personal visual production/project to work on.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student
- knows the basic concepts and materials of black-and-white darkroom work.
- knows how to produce richly toned and archival black and white photographs in a darkroom.
- recognises the expressive possibilities of black-and-white photography and is able to utilise them in their own work.
- is familiar with work safety issues and sustainable practices in darkroom work.

Content

The course concentrates on black-and-white film photography and analog black-and-white printing of photographs through practical work and theory. During the course, the students consider the expressive possibilities of black-and-white photography and apply the knowledge in their own photographic expression.

Materials

In the ItsLearning learning environment and handouts

Teaching methods

Attendance is compulsory, especially during the first two weeks, otherwise 80% attendance and completion of the assigned tasks.

- Lectures and demonstrations
- Exercises
- Development of your own films and images, independently and in classroom situations. Basic course materials from the school, you can also bring your own photographic papers/films.
- Starting your own darkroom diary

International connections

Attendance is compulsory, especially during the first two weeks.

Familiarisation with the environmental impact of chemical work and occupational safety risks, including an exam which must be passed.
Working together and independently, weekly group discussions. As the course progresses, independent work is possible in the evenings and at weekends after the initial week, provided that the student demonstrates mastery of the basics of darkroom work and occupational safety.

Student workload

Environmental and occupational safety in chemical work - exam
Development of black and white and colour films
Printing black and white films in the darkroom
Contrast control of black and white prints
Local exposure corrections, veiling
Post-processing of photographic prints

Content scheduling

There is no substitute for the magical appearance of a black and white image on photographic paper in the darkness of the darkroom. Digital printing methods cannot beat a skillfully printed black and white print in terms of quality, durability and, especially, experience. Making a silver gelatine print is a combination of vision, creativity and skill. A successful print is a conscious interpretation of the content of the negative by the artist.

In this course you will learn how to print authentic silver gelatin prints from your own black and white film negatives in the darkroom. We will focus on producing a finished black and white print in an archival quality. During the course we will also make images on fibre paper and go through the steps of finishing the print, such as: reducing, toning and spotting.

On completion of the course, students will be able to print silver gelatin prints from black and white film negatives in an archival quality. They will be able to find the basic exposure time using test strips, control image contrast, and make local corrections through additional exposure, shading and veiling. The student will master the post-processing of a finished print: reducing, toning and spotting. Colour film will also be developed during the course, but prints will not be printed.

WORK SAFETY will be carefully reviewed and examined at the beginning of the course, mandatory! It is important to understand the risks of working with chemicals, both to yourself and the environment. We emphasize an ecological way of working.

Attendance is compulsory, especially during the first two weeks of the course.
Please bring protective clothing, a work jacket (no woollen sweater), preferably also your own chemical-resistant rubber gloves.
Note: No contact lenses! If you are pregnant, please contact the teacher before the course or if you have e.g. asthma, please discuss with the teacher.

TIMETABLE:
Tue 26.11.
10 - 16 Intro & Environmental and occupational safety in chemical work.

Wed 27.11.
11 - 12 Environmental and Occupational Safety in Chemical Work Exam
13 - 16.30 black and white film development

Thu 28.11.
10 - 16 Colour film development

weeks 49-50 and 2 - 3 black and white darkroom work, timetable to be confirmed

Thu 16.1.2025
10 - 16 Final review

February 2025: Wall Gallery exhibition

Further information

ItsLearning learning platform, email

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The course is assessed from 1 to 5
The course will be assessed on the basis of attendance and completion of assignments:
- activity 33%.
- environmental and occupational safety exam 33%.
- darkroom work 33 %.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Absent more than 20%.
Assignments not returned.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has participated in the interaction situations and completed the tasks successfully.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student has participated in interaction situations and has shown that he/she has mastered the main points covered in the course and is able to apply them in his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has participated actively and with consideration for others in interaction situations and has shown excellent mastery of the topics covered in the course and is able to apply them in his/her own work. The student is able to present the results of his/her work in a well-founded way.

Content

From script to directing, pre production, artistic and productional decisions, production team, financing, distribution and marketing. Well being and personnel management

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• identify the practices and types of documentary photography
• question and analyse documentary photography
• work independently within the given limitations
• use the tradition of documentary photography in relation to their own work

Content

On this course, the students will focus on the tradition and the present of documentary photography and apply this knowledge in their own work. The students will produce their own series of work within limitations given for the assignment.

Teaching methods

Lectures, assignments, discussions, demonstrations, and independent work.

International connections

The course is based on the student’s own artistic work, assignments, reading the material distributed during lectures, and feedback on the development of the documentary project. At the end of the course, a review of the students' work will be organized. Attendance is mandatory for the entire course, and assessment is specific to each professional subject.

Content scheduling

Joint Implementation: Documentary Photography + Photographic Methods II
The courses are implemented together, with the same program applied to both.

The implementations are linked so that each student creates an independent, sequential series as part of the documentary photography project. The course also deepens skills in image editing, InDesign, and printing, while introducing the requirements that the print industry imposes on images.

The main focus is on each student’s individual artistic work within the documentary project and its sequential execution in the Photographic Methods II course.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Irreplaceable absences.
Unsubmitted assignments.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has participated in interactive sessions and successfully completed the assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student has demonstrated a general understanding of the topics covered in the course and is able to apply them in their own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to reflect on their learning in relation to their previous knowledge and has demonstrated a personal perspective in their work, as well as the ability to justify their solutions.

Objective

After completing this course, the students will be able to
• obtain information with appropriate source criticism and apply this information in goal-oriented problem solving situations
• apply the methods of reflective writing and speaking and communicate about their artistic work in a professional setting
• set meaningful goals and an appropriate scope for the thesis work and future development tasks
• position their artistic work within a larger framework
• analyse works of art and develop their own practice as a result

Content

• planning an artistic development project
• information seeking for the purpose of artistic development
• analysis of artistic processes
• reflecting on the development project

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Objective

After completing this course, the students will be able to
• obtain information with appropriate source criticism and apply this information in goal-oriented problem solving situations
• apply the methods of reflective writing and speaking and communicate about their artistic work in a professional setting
• set meaningful goals and an appropriate scope for the thesis work and future development tasks
• position their artistic work within a larger framework
• analyse works of art and develop their own practice as a result

Content

• planning an artistic development project
• information seeking for the purpose of artistic development
• analysis of artistic processes
• reflecting on the development project

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Objective

The students will be able to
• gain an overview of the history of Western art as well as art research and interpretation
• incorporate historical traditions, themes and phenomena in art in their own work.
• name and apply the basic concepts of art philosophy.
• apply different modes of art discourse in their own work.

Content

• History of Western Art The students will be introduced to the development and main themes and phenomena in Western art.
• Introduction to Philosophy of Art. The students will learn about philosophical discourse on art and its interpretation.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to identify traditions, methods, discourses and practices in contemporary art.

Content

On this course, students will discuss the different media in contemporary art, questions related to the content of art, the changing roles of the artist, art critique, questions of value and power from the perspective of art, art institutions etc.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• recognize the technical and artistic aspects of the development of photography and place these within their historical context.
• name influential photographers and genres.
• apply traditions in photography in their own work.

Content

On this course, the students will gain basic knowledge about the starting points of photography and the development of photographic techniques and expression from the 19th century to the present. The students will be discussing the relationship between photography and society and other methods of image-making. Students will learn how to apply this knowledge in their own expression.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student
- can develop their study skills.
- can identify their own interests and set goals for their studies.
- can understand the study environment and the local art scene.
- has basic knowledge of the education on offer and information acquisition within the program.
- develop and constructively evaluate their process of artistic work.

Content

The course introduces students to the facilities and practices of Fine Arts education, as well as to the artist-teachers, staff and fellow students. Students will also gain a basic knowledge of the educational offerings, electronic systems, information retrieval and other student services. The course introduces students to different ways of working and thinking artistically, both in groups and independently. In addition, students will learn about current phenomena in learning environments and the local arts scene.

Teaching methods

Group work, individual assignments, lectures, discussions, varied instruction within specializations (photography, fine arts, animation).

International connections

Working methods and materials are chosen with respect for the environment and resources.

Content scheduling

Introduction to Fine Arts Studies
August 26 - September 27, 2024
This course introduces students to the facilities and practices of fine arts education, as well as to the artist-teachers, staff, and fellow students. Students will also receive basic information about the course offerings, electronic systems, information retrieval, and other student services. The course includes an exploration of various approaches to artistic work and thinking, both in groups and through independent study. Additionally, students will become familiar with current phenomena in learning environments and the local art scene.

September 10 - 25: Students will work within their respective specializations as specified.

Final review day: September 26 at 3:00 PM in the Image Theater.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Attendance is mandatory for the entire course, and assessment is specific to each professional subject.

Objective

The students will be able to:
• apply historical and modern techniques and modes of expression in sculpture.
• use the methods and materials of wood sculpture and develop their own three-dimensional expression from a wide and innovative perspective
• analyse and compare different technical and material choices and meanings of different material combinations
• work while observing occupational safety and environmental considerations
• plan and scale their work for the time frame allowed
• working as an active member of a group while developing its work

Content

During the workshop, the students will learn the qualities and behaviour of wood as a sculpting material. The focus areas include the tools and safety in woodwork, the theory and practice of wooden sculpture and the development of individual expression in relation to the discussed methods and materials. The workshop may be held as a separate course or its content may be linked with projects that have already been started in other sculpture workshops.
The studies are completed according to the plan at workshops. Through these exercises, the students will learn how to use different methods, materials and their combinations as part of their expression. The students are expected to actively participate in instruction and feedback discussions.

Teaching methods

The learning methods emphasise task-based learning, project-based learning and face-to-face teaching. At the beginning of the course, the student defines, together with the supervising teacher, a goal for his/her/their work, which is approached through personal work, group and individual meetings and self-reflection.

Content scheduling

Schedule to be confirmed!
The joint meetings are usually held on Tuesdays and Thursdays

Wood as a material for sculpture is, as its name suggests, a material-based course. Wood as a material surrounds us in the form of buildings, furniture, objects of necessity and sometimes also art objects. Ikea's chipboard cabinets are made of wood, as are the Baroque cabinets that have been declared of cultural and historical value. Trees grow in forests, sometimes even through the asphalt on the sunny side of the pavement, and branches and leaves fall to the ground. Trees have a life cycle and research shows that they are also capable of communicating with each other (see The secret life of trees). Students will critically reflect on the relationship of the material to their work plan and their chosen working methods. How the nature of the material is revealed in the student's work and how it relates to debates in the field of contemporary art. Students will produce their own independent work or process exploring the qualities of the material within the given constraints.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The learning task forms the basis of the assessment, which focuses on the appropriate scale of the work, control of the work process and artistic expression. All assignments given during the course must be completed and will contribute to the assessment. At the end of the course, there will be an individual assessment discussion, either common to all or alternatively between the student and the teacher. Self-assessment, peer and teacher assessment will be emphasised in the assessment discussion.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The tasks have not been completed or do not correspond to the assignment.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student
- can apply the given instructions to their own work
- can use key professional concepts and working methods and apply them to their own expression
- participates in dialogue in community interaction situations.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

In addition to the above, the student
- can plan their own work and identify the stages of their working process
- be able to estimate and measure the time required for study/work
- work and act in accordance with ethical and ecological principles
- be able to develop and deepen his/her personal expression
- can place their work in a broader context and in the field of contemporary art

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition to the above, the student
- demonstrate a critical understanding of the critical intersection of their chosen materials, working methods and content with contemporary art discourses
- be able to analyse and develop the stages of their working process
- be able to critically analyse different approaches to problem-solving

Objective

The students will be able to
• apply the techniques of image editing and develop and expand their methodologies independently.
• apply the basic concepts of graphic design in their own work
• create and manage documents combining images and text.
• apply the principles of the CMYK colour management.
• apply the basic concepts of printing techniques and take the limitations of printing technologies into account in their own work.

Content

On this course, the students will develop and discuss their own expression through practical work. The students will also apply advanced image processing and the basics of graphic design and printing technology. During the course, the students will learn about the requirements of the printing industry in term of image production and practise accurate digital printing. They will also learn about different printing materials and their features.

Teaching methods

Lectures, assignments, discussions, demonstrations, and independent work.

International connections

The course is based on the student’s own artistic work, assignments, reading the material distributed during lectures, and feedback on the development of the documentary project. At the end of the course, a review of the students' work will be organized. Attendance is mandatory for the entire course, and assessment is specific to each professional subject

Content scheduling

Joint Implementation: Documentary Photography + Photographic Methods II
The courses are implemented together, with the same program applied to both.

The implementations are linked so that each student creates an independent, sequential series as part of the documentary photography project. The course also deepens skills in image editing, InDesign, and printing, while introducing the requirements that the print industry imposes on images.

The main focus is on each student’s individual artistic work within the documentary project and its sequential execution in the Photographic Methods II course.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Irreplaceable absences.
Unsubmitted assignments.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has participated in interactive sessions and successfully completed the assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student has demonstrated a general understanding of the topics covered in the course and is able to apply them in their own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to reflect on their learning in relation to their previous knowledge and has demonstrated a personal perspective in their work, as well as the ability to justify their solutions.

Objective

The students will deepen their personal expression and identity as an artist and improve their skills in independent and goal-oriented ways of working.

Content

On this course, the students will expand their knowledge of printmaking methods and practices and the use of tools and materials. In the course, the students will focus on the ImageOn Photopolymer and carborundum techniques.

Materials

teaching material is given during the course

Teaching methods

Contact teaching, technical demonstrations, discussions of content in practical work and guided practical works and group discussions.

International connections

students are working with teacher, reflecting and discussing during various learning bases and excursions

Student workload

during four weeks period students show they master professional working skills and abilities to work independently.

Content scheduling

Photopolymer method; basics and knowledge of materials,
Starting tuesday 22.10. at 10 o'clock
First week concentrates to Photopolymer, during second week Carborundum method is presented. Last two weeks students continue working with the methods in their own emphasis; using either one or both methods.

Teacher is present mostly tuesday to thursday, student will work the whole week.

Joint meeting in class every tuesday at 10.
Ending of the course and interactive discussion at Thursday 14.11.

Further information

student is obliged to get printing papers and copy transparencies suitable for method and also personal protection clothing such as gloves and e.g. apron

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

In the end of the course there will be final talk with the whole team where students by talk and prints show their mastery to the subject. Evaluation is emphasized with the student´s presence in teaching, working process and it's target/object and professional working skills

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

No approved practical works and presence in teaching is less than 80%.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student
- can adapt given instructions to one’s own working
- can use essential professional concepts and tools and apply them to one’s own expression
- participates with dialogical manner to interactive situations

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

furthermore to previous student
- can plan one’s own working and recognize the stages of working process
- can estimate and schedule one’s working
- proves to be familiar with basics and concept of the method
- works and acts with ecological and ethical principals
- is able to deepen and developing one’s personal expression
- can situate one’s working in broader connections and to the field of contemporary art

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

furthermore to previous student
- proves to master professional working skills with the method
- can analyze and develop the stages of one’s working process
- can analyze critically different solutions

Objective

The students will be able to
• create three-dimension form and space on a two-dimensional surface
• analyse visual dynamics

Content

The students will explore the representation of form and space by means of drawing.
The course work involves visual observation and drawing mainly a life model.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• apply oil-based techniques in their expression
• analyse and compare the effect of different binders on the painting process and observe the health and safety and environmental aspects when working with solvents
• apply colour theory in practice
• apply historical knowledge about oil painting techniques and modes of expression.
• understand the qualities of different pigments and their applications in painting.

Content

The students’ learn about the history and theory of oil-soluble methods and practise the potential of the techniques as part of their expression.
The courses are completed as course assignments, in which the students will explore the different aspects of oil painting and the modes of expression.
The students are expected to actively participate in instruction and feedback discussions and to complete the course assignments to the required standard.

Materials

The lecture material for the course will be distributed in PDF format after the lectures. During the course, links and bibliographic tips for further study will be provided.

Teaching methods

Lectures and group meetings, working together, independent painting practice, studio tours, i.e. personal feedback from the teacher.

Exam schedules

-

International connections

The aim is to create a safe and supportive space for all those working in painting classes. Consideration of sustainable practices and minimising the environmental impact of painting work.

Completion alternatives

-

Student workload

More detailed assignments for the courses will be announced later. The work will be a dialogue between your own painting ideas and feedback. Feedback is given by both the teacher and fellow students. Teacher present Tue-Thu, student working hours Tue-Fri 9-16.

Content scheduling

Oil Painting Techniques 22.10.-14.11.2024
The main focus of the course is to introduce the student to linseed oil-based painting techniques and to deepen the techniques according to the student's starting level. The use of different painting fluids will be practised and the student will explore his/her own field of painting. You will also learn tempera techniques and how to use colour pigments in a practical way. Students may choose to complete the entire course working with tempera paints. During the course, students will learn how to do traditional gluing, chalk priming and semi-oil priming on MDF and canvas. You will learn how to combine oil paint and tempera and how to apply a chalk finish, also with a view to watercolour painting. Attention will be paid to safety and ecologically sound working practices. To learn collegial skills, working with others in the same workspace.

The list of materials required for the course is given at the beginning of the course:
4 small (about 1-2 dl) glass jars/glass bottles.
larger glass jar for storing brushes + rapeseed oil.
Pine needles
palette or other tray for mixing paints (e.g. glass plate or disposable plates),
ready-to-use Gesso (plastic glue primer) for priming oil paint
palette knives
brushes
(+ larger priming brush)
respirator (a normal face mask will do)
work clothes

In addition, bring to the painting class: a painting pad/base as needed and, depending on your painting hand, protective gloves if necessary. The school will provide a small amount of oil paints, painting fluids and the painting surfaces for the exercises in the course. The ready-to-use gesso can be purchased by the students themselves, but the school will provide the materials, tempera emulsions and pigments for the primers taught in the course. NOTE: The Autumn 2024 painting course does not include the building of a border frame or the tightening of the canvas - it is assumed that you have mastered these before the course starts. If you do not know how to make a border frame, you can paint on a sheet or, if possible, learn how to make a frame in the Workshop before starting the painting course.
More detailed assignments for the courses will be given later. The work is a dialogue between your own painting ideas and feedback. Feedback is given by both the teacher and fellow students. Teacher present Tue-Thu, student working hours Tue-Fri 9-16.
Schedule changes are possible and will be communicated as soon as possible.

week 1 Themes: primer, Hauser, linseed oil
Tue 22.10 at 9 am Starter lecture: techniques and primers. Exercises and supporting literature, (Painting class F209). After the lecture in the Wood Workshop: Chalk -gesso priming and MDF stripping preparation. Literature: Veikko Kiljunen: The painter's material theory, Max Doerner: Paint materials and their use in painting.
Wed 23.10 at 13: Hauser, test. Painting trials.
Thu 24.10 at 9 am in the wood-workshop: semi-oil gesso and chalk-gesso for watercolour. Readymade gesso primer + glue.

Week 2 Theme: Slippery Liquin
Tuesday 29.10 at 9 (-10), Painting class F209: meeting with the group: Quick go-through on everyone's paintings. After the meeting, the teacher will tour the classroom. Around 10 am: paint demo: Liquin (and slippery primers).
Wed 30.10 at 13 (-14): lecture: tempera (Painting class F209).
Thu 31.10 working, teacher tours

Week 3 Themes: tempera emulsion and mixed media, eggwhite tempera, casein tempera
Tue 5 Nov 9am (-10am), Painting class F209: joint meeting with the group, review of the situation. After the meeting at about 10 am, tempera testing, use of pigments.
Wed 6.11. at 13 (-14.30): lecture: pigments, layering and putrido (Painting class F209).
Thu 7 Nov 9am (-10.30am) Painting class F209: introduce a painter (oil/tempera) of your interest to the rest of the group.

Week 4 solvent-free paint medium invented by Malla Tallgren
Tue 12 Nov 9am (-10am), Painting Class F209: joint meeting - review of the situation, anything unclear, to be clarified later? After the meeting, we'll go to the Wood Workshop: Malla solvent-free paint medium.
Wed 13.11. at 13 (-14.30): lecture: painting on different materials (Painting class F209).
Thu 14.11. (9 a.m. -10 am.): lecture: great painters from Turku Drawing School and Art Academy (Poison class)

Further information

kati.immonen@turkuamk.fi, +358-41-5477686

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Evaluation (1-5) on task completion, attendance, commitment to and development of own work, collegial responsibility: dialogic commentary on student colleagues' work, creating a supportive and safe working environment. Attendance in lectures and in jointly scheduled classes 80%. Absences above this will be compensated by additional work.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Assignments not completed, the student has not participated lectures and/or meetings with the group.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student present occasionally, has not done course -tasks, little independent painting. Limited comment on paintings by other students in the same course.
The student is able to work with respect for safety and other people working in the space.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Student present regularly, tasks mostly completed, independent painting work started. Commenting on paintings of students in the same course started. The student is able to work in a safe manner, taking into account the safety of the workplace and other people working in the space.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student present regularly, tasks completed, independent painting work well underway. Students test and experiment and apply what they learn to their own work. Studying and commenting on paintings of other students in the same course. Students will be able to work in a way that respects work safety and is considerate of others working in the space.

Objective

The students will be able to
• expand their knowledge of contemporary painting
• position their personal style of expression in relation to the field of contemporary art
• consider their expression from the aesthetic and ethical perspective
• actively study and analyse phenomena in regional, national and global fine art and obtain information independently on phenomena and artists that support the students’ personal exploration into their own expression.

Content

The course introduces the content and modes of expression in contemporary art. What can a painting say about today’s society, and how? Which materials are environmentally sustainable? The students will discuss the available modes of expression for an artist’s message in relation to the interpretation of the viewer. The course may also include visits to the studios of contemporary artists and artist lectures on the process of painting. In addition to a painting task, the students will create a visual presentation about a contemporary painter of their choice as instructed by the teacher and based on source materials.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will develop their skills in goal-oriented and methodical working. They will expand their understanding on prints as a method and form of expression in contemporary art.

Content

On this course, the students will expand their competence in a selected method. The course introduces Printmaking in the field of Contemporary Art using topical techniques and methods. The course will be integrated with Printmaking as Expression II.

Teaching methods

student is working target-oriented, reflecting and discussing during various learning bases and excursions

International connections

during four weeks period students show they master professional working skills and are able to fulfill one’s own targets

Content scheduling

The student deepens his know-how and practise in the method of printmaking chosen by student.

Student researches phenomena and artists of chosen printmaking expression and presents that to the group.
Weekly meetings with the group every tuesday at 10.

Student participates to final presentation in December 12th.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

In the end of the course there will be final talk with the whole team where students by talk and prints show their mastery to the subject. Evaluation is emphasized with the student´s presence in teaching, working process and it's target/object and professional working skills.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

No approved practical works and presence in teaching is less than 80%.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student
- can adapt given instructions to one’s own working
- can use essential professional concepts and tools and apply them to one’s own expression
- participates with dialogical manner to interactive situations

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

furthermore to previous, student
- can plan one’s own working and recognize the stages of working process
- can estimate and schedule one’s working
- proves to be familiar with basics and concept of the method
- works and acts with ecological and ethical principals
- is able to deepen and developing one’s personal expression
- can situate one’s working in broader connections and to the field of contemporary art

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

furthermore to previous, student
- proves to master professional working skills with the method
- can analyze and develop the stages of one’s working process
- can analyze critically different solutions

Evaluation scale

H-5

International connections

lectures, exercises, working in groups

Content scheduling

Students will be introduced to the basic principles of stop motion puppet and set building. During the course students will be working in small groups. These groups will function as a production teams that produces a preproduction materials ready for a short stop motion production (duration 2-4 minutes).

This course is first part of a bigger ensemble. It will start already in 16th of January and will focus on preproduction (script development and building the stop motion puppets and sets). Puppet and set building will take place in the workshop in Linnankatu from 20nd of Febryary to 17th of March.

To achieve the best technical and artistic knowledge and understanding of the stop motion technique it is recommendable to take part also in the following course that will focus on animation, lighting and cinematography of stop motion production.

Animation, lighting and cinematography in Stop Motion production -course will start 20th of March in the Big Studio in Lemminkäisenkatu (LEM_B162) and will continue until end of May.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Objective

The students will be able to:
• use contemporary methods and modes of expression in their own work
• consider their expression from the aesthetic and ethical perspective
• critically analyse and develop their own three-dimensional expression
• actively follow and analyse regional, national and international trends and phenomena in sculpture

Content

The students will focus on the content and modes of expression in contemporary sculpture. What can a three-dimensional object say about today’s society, and how? Which materials are environmentally sustainable? The studies introduce topical aspects of contemporary sculpture, such as spatial, multisensory and cross-disciplinary modes of expression as well as the relationship between a work and the audience.
The studies are completed according to the plan at workshops. During this course, the students will design and execute a three-dimensional work of art or collection of works. In addition, the students will create a visual presentation about a contemporary sculptor of their choice as instructed by the teacher and based on source materials. The course may also include visits to exhibitions and studios, artist lectures and excursions.

Teaching methods

The learning methods emphasise task-based learning, project-based learning and face-to-face teaching. At the beginning of the course, the student defines, together with the supervising teacher, a goal for his/her/their work, which is approached through personal work, group and individual meetings and self-reflection.

Exam schedules

If you fail to complete the course, contact your supervising teacher.

Content scheduling

During the course, three-dimensional sketches will be designed and executed as part of a development plan for the Linnanniemi Arts District. The City of Turku's has commissioned the Arts Academy to design sculptural roadblocks, which it hopes will support the character of the new district. One of the sketches produced during the course will be selected for further development and production. The course "Wood as a material for sculpture" will run concurrently with this course.

The actual course is preceded by an intensive workshop (1 credit) during the workshop week and the week of independent work, aimed at gathering material and sketching out preliminary ideas. The week's programme includes exploring the topic, benchmarking different models, visiting places (documenting the places for further study) and getting to know the specific features of the area, etc. During the workshop, students will collectively carry out a background material survey and independently create a series of quick sketches of ideas (using ceramics as material).

For the actual course delivery (5 credits), students select 1-2 drafts produced in the intensive phase for further development. The selection may be supported by a discussion session with a representative of the commissioning agency to spar with the students. The sketches will be turned into a finalised 1:3 scale work proposal. The material used for the miniatures will be plaster. We will also organise a visit to a concrete foundry to make the basics and possibilities of the realisation process more concrete.

The material produced in the final part of the sketching phase will be put together into an exhibition (in the House of Arts). The exhibition will include scale models, ceramic sketches, and possibly digitally realised image prints of concrete columns in their "real" positions (as prints or on screen) and 3D modelled sketches to be tested with an AR application.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The learning task forms the basis of the assessment, which focuses on the appropriate scale of the work, control of the work process and artistic expression. All assignments given during the course must be completed and will contribute to the assessment. At the end of the course, there will be an individual assessment discussion, either common to all or alternatively between the student and the teacher. Self-assessment, peer and teacher assessment will be emphasised in the assessment discussion.

Objective

The students will be able to
• make use of the methods of spatial and time-based art in a professional, responsible, safe and environmentally sustainable manner.
• follow the permit and contracting procedures applicable for the art form.
• operate in a dialogue with their group and evaluate their own collaboration with other parties.
• see an installation as part of a space and its environment and recognize the special characteristics of the art form.
• evaluate the expressive potential of different forms of art in the development of their own work.
• discuss and evaluate in a constructive manner the processes of their own artistic work.
• allocate the right amount of time for study/the creation of a work.

Content

• spatial and time-based art, their methods and modes of expression, artists working in this field, and the theory behind the media
• permits, contracts and budgeting and other practicalities related to the art form
• safe and environmentally sustainable methods
• creation of a site-specific work, installation and/or public work of art as a team or an individual project
• documentation and reporting

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student can communicate orally in different work-life situations.

Content

The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student can communicate orally in different work-life situations.

Content

The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student can communicate in writing in different work-life situations.

Content

The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student can communicate in writing in different work-life situations.

Content

The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student
- knows the basic concepts and materials of black-and-white darkroom work.
- knows how to produce richly toned and archival black and white photographs in a darkroom.
- recognises the expressive possibilities of black-and-white photography and is able to utilise them in their own work.
- is familiar with work safety issues and sustainable practices in darkroom work.

Content

The course concentrates on black-and-white film photography and analog black-and-white printing of photographs through practical work and theory. During the course, the students consider the expressive possibilities of black-and-white photography and apply the knowledge in their own photographic expression.

Materials

In the ItsLearning learning environment and handouts

Teaching methods

Attendance is compulsory, especially during the first two weeks, otherwise 80% attendance and completion of the assigned tasks.

- Lectures and demonstrations
- Exercises
- Development of your own films and images, independently and in classroom situations. Basic course materials from the school, you can also bring your own photographic papers/films.
- Starting your own darkroom diary

International connections

Attendance is compulsory, especially during the first two weeks.

Familiarisation with the environmental impact of chemical work and occupational safety risks, including an exam which must be passed.
Working together and independently, weekly group discussions. As the course progresses, independent work is possible in the evenings and at weekends after the initial week, provided that the student demonstrates mastery of the basics of darkroom work and occupational safety.

Student workload

Environmental and occupational safety in chemical work - exam
Development of black and white and colour films
Printing black and white films in the darkroom
Contrast control of black and white prints
Local exposure corrections, veiling
Post-processing of photographic prints

Content scheduling

There is no substitute for the magical appearance of a black and white image on photographic paper in the darkness of the darkroom. Digital printing methods cannot beat a skillfully printed black and white print in terms of quality, durability and, especially, experience. Making a silver gelatine print is a combination of vision, creativity and skill. A successful print is a conscious interpretation of the content of the negative by the artist.

In this course you will learn how to print authentic silver gelatin prints from your own black and white film negatives in the darkroom. We will focus on producing a finished black and white print in an archival quality. During the course we will also make images on fibre paper and go through the steps of finishing the print, such as: reducing, toning and spotting.

On completion of the course, students will be able to print silver gelatin prints from black and white film negatives in an archival quality. They will be able to find the basic exposure time using test strips, control image contrast, and make local corrections through additional exposure, shading and veiling. The student will master the post-processing of a finished print: reducing, toning and spotting. Colour film will also be developed during the course, but prints will not be printed.

WORK SAFETY will be carefully reviewed and examined at the beginning of the course, mandatory! It is important to understand the risks of working with chemicals, both to yourself and the environment. We emphasize an ecological way of working.

Attendance is compulsory, especially during the first two weeks of the course.
Please bring protective clothing, a work jacket (no woollen sweater), preferably also your own chemical-resistant rubber gloves.
Note: No contact lenses! If you are pregnant, please contact the teacher before the course or if you have e.g. asthma, please discuss with the teacher.

TIMETABLE:
Tue 26.11.
10 - 16 Intro & Environmental and occupational safety in chemical work.

Wed 27.11.
11 - 12 Environmental and Occupational Safety in Chemical Work Exam
13 - 16.30 black and white film development

Thu 28.11.
10 - 16 Colour film development

weeks 49-50 and 2 - 3 black and white darkroom work, timetable to be confirmed

Thu 16.1.2025
10 - 16 Final review

February 2025: Wall Gallery exhibition

Further information

ItsLearning learning platform, email

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The course is assessed from 1 to 5
The course will be assessed on the basis of attendance and completion of assignments:
- activity 33%.
- environmental and occupational safety exam 33%.
- darkroom work 33 %.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Absent more than 20%.
Assignments not returned.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has participated in the interaction situations and completed the tasks successfully.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student has participated in interaction situations and has shown that he/she has mastered the main points covered in the course and is able to apply them in his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has participated actively and with consideration for others in interaction situations and has shown excellent mastery of the topics covered in the course and is able to apply them in his/her own work. The student is able to present the results of his/her work in a well-founded way.

Objective

The students will develop their skills in goal-oriented and methodical working. They will expand their understanding on prints as a method and form of expression in contemporary art.

Content

On this course, the students will expand their competence in a selected method. The course introduces Printmaking in the field of Contemporary Art using topical techniques and methods. The course will be integrated with Printmaking as Expression II.

Teaching methods

student is working target-oriented, reflecting and discussing during various learning bases and excursions

International connections

during four weeks period students show they master professional working skills and are able to fulfill one’s own targets

Content scheduling

The student deepens his know-how and practise in the method of printmaking chosen by student.

Student researches phenomena and artists of chosen printmaking expression and presents that to the group.
Weekly meetings with the group every tuesday at 10.

Student participates to final presentation in December 12th.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

In the end of the course there will be final talk with the whole team where students by talk and prints show their mastery to the subject. Evaluation is emphasized with the student´s presence in teaching, working process and it's target/object and professional working skills.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

No approved practical works and presence in teaching is less than 80%.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student
- can adapt given instructions to one’s own working
- can use essential professional concepts and tools and apply them to one’s own expression
- participates with dialogical manner to interactive situations

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

furthermore to previous, student
- can plan one’s own working and recognize the stages of working process
- can estimate and schedule one’s working
- proves to be familiar with basics and concept of the method
- works and acts with ecological and ethical principals
- is able to deepen and developing one’s personal expression
- can situate one’s working in broader connections and to the field of contemporary art

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

furthermore to previous, student
- proves to master professional working skills with the method
- can analyze and develop the stages of one’s working process
- can analyze critically different solutions

Objective

The students will be able to
• expand their knowledge of contemporary painting
• position their personal style of expression in relation to the field of contemporary art
• consider their expression from the aesthetic and ethical perspective
• actively study and analyse phenomena in regional, national and global fine art and obtain information independently on phenomena and artists that support the students’ personal exploration into their own expression.

Content

The course introduces the content and modes of expression in contemporary art. What can a painting say about today’s society, and how? Which materials are environmentally sustainable? The students will discuss the available modes of expression for an artist’s message in relation to the interpretation of the viewer. The course may also include visits to the studios of contemporary artists and artist lectures on the process of painting. In addition to a painting task, the students will create a visual presentation about a contemporary painter of their choice as instructed by the teacher and based on source materials.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

After completing this course, the students will be able to
• obtain information with appropriate source criticism and apply this information in goal-oriented problem solving situations
• apply the methods of reflective writing and speaking and communicate about their artistic work in a professional setting
• set meaningful goals and an appropriate scope for the thesis work and future development tasks
• position their artistic work within a larger framework
• analyse works of art and develop their own practice as a result

Content

• planning an artistic development project
• information seeking for the purpose of artistic development
• analysis of artistic processes
• reflecting on the development project

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Objective

The students will be able to:
• apply historical and modern techniques and modes of expression in sculpture.
• use the methods and materials of wood sculpture and develop their own three-dimensional expression from a wide and innovative perspective
• analyse and compare different technical and material choices and meanings of different material combinations
• work while observing occupational safety and environmental considerations
• plan and scale their work for the time frame allowed
• working as an active member of a group while developing its work

Content

During the workshop, the students will learn the qualities and behaviour of wood as a sculpting material. The focus areas include the tools and safety in woodwork, the theory and practice of wooden sculpture and the development of individual expression in relation to the discussed methods and materials. The workshop may be held as a separate course or its content may be linked with projects that have already been started in other sculpture workshops.
The studies are completed according to the plan at workshops. Through these exercises, the students will learn how to use different methods, materials and their combinations as part of their expression. The students are expected to actively participate in instruction and feedback discussions.

Teaching methods

The learning methods emphasise task-based learning, project-based learning and face-to-face teaching. At the beginning of the course, the student defines, together with the supervising teacher, a goal for his/her/their work, which is approached through personal work, group and individual meetings and self-reflection.

Content scheduling

Schedule to be confirmed!
The joint meetings are usually held on Tuesdays and Thursdays

Wood as a material for sculpture is, as its name suggests, a material-based course. Wood as a material surrounds us in the form of buildings, furniture, objects of necessity and sometimes also art objects. Ikea's chipboard cabinets are made of wood, as are the Baroque cabinets that have been declared of cultural and historical value. Trees grow in forests, sometimes even through the asphalt on the sunny side of the pavement, and branches and leaves fall to the ground. Trees have a life cycle and research shows that they are also capable of communicating with each other (see The secret life of trees). Students will critically reflect on the relationship of the material to their work plan and their chosen working methods. How the nature of the material is revealed in the student's work and how it relates to debates in the field of contemporary art. Students will produce their own independent work or process exploring the qualities of the material within the given constraints.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The learning task forms the basis of the assessment, which focuses on the appropriate scale of the work, control of the work process and artistic expression. All assignments given during the course must be completed and will contribute to the assessment. At the end of the course, there will be an individual assessment discussion, either common to all or alternatively between the student and the teacher. Self-assessment, peer and teacher assessment will be emphasised in the assessment discussion.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

The tasks have not been completed or do not correspond to the assignment.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student
- can apply the given instructions to their own work
- can use key professional concepts and working methods and apply them to their own expression
- participates in dialogue in community interaction situations.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

In addition to the above, the student
- can plan their own work and identify the stages of their working process
- be able to estimate and measure the time required for study/work
- work and act in accordance with ethical and ecological principles
- be able to develop and deepen his/her personal expression
- can place their work in a broader context and in the field of contemporary art

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition to the above, the student
- demonstrate a critical understanding of the critical intersection of their chosen materials, working methods and content with contemporary art discourses
- be able to analyse and develop the stages of their working process
- be able to critically analyse different approaches to problem-solving

Objective

The students will be able to:
• use contemporary methods and modes of expression in their own work
• consider their expression from the aesthetic and ethical perspective
• critically analyse and develop their own three-dimensional expression
• actively follow and analyse regional, national and international trends and phenomena in sculpture

Content

The students will focus on the content and modes of expression in contemporary sculpture. What can a three-dimensional object say about today’s society, and how? Which materials are environmentally sustainable? The studies introduce topical aspects of contemporary sculpture, such as spatial, multisensory and cross-disciplinary modes of expression as well as the relationship between a work and the audience.
The studies are completed according to the plan at workshops. During this course, the students will design and execute a three-dimensional work of art or collection of works. In addition, the students will create a visual presentation about a contemporary sculptor of their choice as instructed by the teacher and based on source materials. The course may also include visits to exhibitions and studios, artist lectures and excursions.

Teaching methods

The learning methods emphasise task-based learning, project-based learning and face-to-face teaching. At the beginning of the course, the student defines, together with the supervising teacher, a goal for his/her/their work, which is approached through personal work, group and individual meetings and self-reflection.

Exam schedules

If you fail to complete the course, contact your supervising teacher.

Content scheduling

During the course, three-dimensional sketches will be designed and executed as part of a development plan for the Linnanniemi Arts District. The City of Turku's has commissioned the Arts Academy to design sculptural roadblocks, which it hopes will support the character of the new district. One of the sketches produced during the course will be selected for further development and production. The course "Wood as a material for sculpture" will run concurrently with this course.

The actual course is preceded by an intensive workshop (1 credit) during the workshop week and the week of independent work, aimed at gathering material and sketching out preliminary ideas. The week's programme includes exploring the topic, benchmarking different models, visiting places (documenting the places for further study) and getting to know the specific features of the area, etc. During the workshop, students will collectively carry out a background material survey and independently create a series of quick sketches of ideas (using ceramics as material).

For the actual course delivery (5 credits), students select 1-2 drafts produced in the intensive phase for further development. The selection may be supported by a discussion session with a representative of the commissioning agency to spar with the students. The sketches will be turned into a finalised 1:3 scale work proposal. The material used for the miniatures will be plaster. We will also organise a visit to a concrete foundry to make the basics and possibilities of the realisation process more concrete.

The material produced in the final part of the sketching phase will be put together into an exhibition (in the House of Arts). The exhibition will include scale models, ceramic sketches, and possibly digitally realised image prints of concrete columns in their "real" positions (as prints or on screen) and 3D modelled sketches to be tested with an AR application.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The learning task forms the basis of the assessment, which focuses on the appropriate scale of the work, control of the work process and artistic expression. All assignments given during the course must be completed and will contribute to the assessment. At the end of the course, there will be an individual assessment discussion, either common to all or alternatively between the student and the teacher. Self-assessment, peer and teacher assessment will be emphasised in the assessment discussion.

Objective

The students will be able to
• apply oil-based techniques in their expression
• analyse and compare the effect of different binders on the painting process and observe the health and safety and environmental aspects when working with solvents
• apply colour theory in practice
• apply historical knowledge about oil painting techniques and modes of expression.
• understand the qualities of different pigments and their applications in painting.

Content

The students’ learn about the history and theory of oil-soluble methods and practise the potential of the techniques as part of their expression.
The courses are completed as course assignments, in which the students will explore the different aspects of oil painting and the modes of expression.
The students are expected to actively participate in instruction and feedback discussions and to complete the course assignments to the required standard.

Materials

The lecture material for the course will be distributed in PDF format after the lectures. During the course, links and bibliographic tips for further study will be provided.

Teaching methods

Lectures and group meetings, working together, independent painting practice, studio tours, i.e. personal feedback from the teacher.

Exam schedules

-

International connections

The aim is to create a safe and supportive space for all those working in painting classes. Consideration of sustainable practices and minimising the environmental impact of painting work.

Completion alternatives

-

Student workload

More detailed assignments for the courses will be announced later. The work will be a dialogue between your own painting ideas and feedback. Feedback is given by both the teacher and fellow students. Teacher present Tue-Thu, student working hours Tue-Fri 9-16.

Content scheduling

Oil Painting Techniques 22.10.-14.11.2024
The main focus of the course is to introduce the student to linseed oil-based painting techniques and to deepen the techniques according to the student's starting level. The use of different painting fluids will be practised and the student will explore his/her own field of painting. You will also learn tempera techniques and how to use colour pigments in a practical way. Students may choose to complete the entire course working with tempera paints. During the course, students will learn how to do traditional gluing, chalk priming and semi-oil priming on MDF and canvas. You will learn how to combine oil paint and tempera and how to apply a chalk finish, also with a view to watercolour painting. Attention will be paid to safety and ecologically sound working practices. To learn collegial skills, working with others in the same workspace.

The list of materials required for the course is given at the beginning of the course:
4 small (about 1-2 dl) glass jars/glass bottles.
larger glass jar for storing brushes + rapeseed oil.
Pine needles
palette or other tray for mixing paints (e.g. glass plate or disposable plates),
ready-to-use Gesso (plastic glue primer) for priming oil paint
palette knives
brushes
(+ larger priming brush)
respirator (a normal face mask will do)
work clothes

In addition, bring to the painting class: a painting pad/base as needed and, depending on your painting hand, protective gloves if necessary. The school will provide a small amount of oil paints, painting fluids and the painting surfaces for the exercises in the course. The ready-to-use gesso can be purchased by the students themselves, but the school will provide the materials, tempera emulsions and pigments for the primers taught in the course. NOTE: The Autumn 2024 painting course does not include the building of a border frame or the tightening of the canvas - it is assumed that you have mastered these before the course starts. If you do not know how to make a border frame, you can paint on a sheet or, if possible, learn how to make a frame in the Workshop before starting the painting course.
More detailed assignments for the courses will be given later. The work is a dialogue between your own painting ideas and feedback. Feedback is given by both the teacher and fellow students. Teacher present Tue-Thu, student working hours Tue-Fri 9-16.
Schedule changes are possible and will be communicated as soon as possible.

week 1 Themes: primer, Hauser, linseed oil
Tue 22.10 at 9 am Starter lecture: techniques and primers. Exercises and supporting literature, (Painting class F209). After the lecture in the Wood Workshop: Chalk -gesso priming and MDF stripping preparation. Literature: Veikko Kiljunen: The painter's material theory, Max Doerner: Paint materials and their use in painting.
Wed 23.10 at 13: Hauser, test. Painting trials.
Thu 24.10 at 9 am in the wood-workshop: semi-oil gesso and chalk-gesso for watercolour. Readymade gesso primer + glue.

Week 2 Theme: Slippery Liquin
Tuesday 29.10 at 9 (-10), Painting class F209: meeting with the group: Quick go-through on everyone's paintings. After the meeting, the teacher will tour the classroom. Around 10 am: paint demo: Liquin (and slippery primers).
Wed 30.10 at 13 (-14): lecture: tempera (Painting class F209).
Thu 31.10 working, teacher tours

Week 3 Themes: tempera emulsion and mixed media, eggwhite tempera, casein tempera
Tue 5 Nov 9am (-10am), Painting class F209: joint meeting with the group, review of the situation. After the meeting at about 10 am, tempera testing, use of pigments.
Wed 6.11. at 13 (-14.30): lecture: pigments, layering and putrido (Painting class F209).
Thu 7 Nov 9am (-10.30am) Painting class F209: introduce a painter (oil/tempera) of your interest to the rest of the group.

Week 4 solvent-free paint medium invented by Malla Tallgren
Tue 12 Nov 9am (-10am), Painting Class F209: joint meeting - review of the situation, anything unclear, to be clarified later? After the meeting, we'll go to the Wood Workshop: Malla solvent-free paint medium.
Wed 13.11. at 13 (-14.30): lecture: painting on different materials (Painting class F209).
Thu 14.11. (9 a.m. -10 am.): lecture: great painters from Turku Drawing School and Art Academy (Poison class)

Further information

kati.immonen@turkuamk.fi, +358-41-5477686

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Evaluation (1-5) on task completion, attendance, commitment to and development of own work, collegial responsibility: dialogic commentary on student colleagues' work, creating a supportive and safe working environment. Attendance in lectures and in jointly scheduled classes 80%. Absences above this will be compensated by additional work.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Assignments not completed, the student has not participated lectures and/or meetings with the group.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student present occasionally, has not done course -tasks, little independent painting. Limited comment on paintings by other students in the same course.
The student is able to work with respect for safety and other people working in the space.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Student present regularly, tasks mostly completed, independent painting work started. Commenting on paintings of students in the same course started. The student is able to work in a safe manner, taking into account the safety of the workplace and other people working in the space.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student present regularly, tasks completed, independent painting work well underway. Students test and experiment and apply what they learn to their own work. Studying and commenting on paintings of other students in the same course. Students will be able to work in a way that respects work safety and is considerate of others working in the space.

Objective

The students will deepen their personal expression and identity as an artist and improve their skills in independent and goal-oriented ways of working.

Content

On this course, the students will expand their knowledge of printmaking methods and practices and the use of tools and materials. In the course, the students will focus on the ImageOn Photopolymer and carborundum techniques.

Materials

teaching material is given during the course

Teaching methods

Contact teaching, technical demonstrations, discussions of content in practical work and guided practical works and group discussions.

International connections

students are working with teacher, reflecting and discussing during various learning bases and excursions

Student workload

during four weeks period students show they master professional working skills and abilities to work independently.

Content scheduling

Photopolymer method; basics and knowledge of materials,
Starting tuesday 22.10. at 10 o'clock
First week concentrates to Photopolymer, during second week Carborundum method is presented. Last two weeks students continue working with the methods in their own emphasis; using either one or both methods.

Teacher is present mostly tuesday to thursday, student will work the whole week.

Joint meeting in class every tuesday at 10.
Ending of the course and interactive discussion at Thursday 14.11.

Further information

student is obliged to get printing papers and copy transparencies suitable for method and also personal protection clothing such as gloves and e.g. apron

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

In the end of the course there will be final talk with the whole team where students by talk and prints show their mastery to the subject. Evaluation is emphasized with the student´s presence in teaching, working process and it's target/object and professional working skills

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

No approved practical works and presence in teaching is less than 80%.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Student
- can adapt given instructions to one’s own working
- can use essential professional concepts and tools and apply them to one’s own expression
- participates with dialogical manner to interactive situations

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

furthermore to previous student
- can plan one’s own working and recognize the stages of working process
- can estimate and schedule one’s working
- proves to be familiar with basics and concept of the method
- works and acts with ecological and ethical principals
- is able to deepen and developing one’s personal expression
- can situate one’s working in broader connections and to the field of contemporary art

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

furthermore to previous student
- proves to master professional working skills with the method
- can analyze and develop the stages of one’s working process
- can analyze critically different solutions

Objective

The students will be able to
• identify the practices and types of documentary photography
• question and analyse documentary photography
• work independently within the given limitations
• use the tradition of documentary photography in relation to their own work

Content

On this course, the students will focus on the tradition and the present of documentary photography and apply this knowledge in their own work. The students will produce their own series of work within limitations given for the assignment.

Teaching methods

Lectures, assignments, discussions, demonstrations, and independent work.

International connections

The course is based on the student’s own artistic work, assignments, reading the material distributed during lectures, and feedback on the development of the documentary project. At the end of the course, a review of the students' work will be organized. Attendance is mandatory for the entire course, and assessment is specific to each professional subject.

Content scheduling

Joint Implementation: Documentary Photography + Photographic Methods II
The courses are implemented together, with the same program applied to both.

The implementations are linked so that each student creates an independent, sequential series as part of the documentary photography project. The course also deepens skills in image editing, InDesign, and printing, while introducing the requirements that the print industry imposes on images.

The main focus is on each student’s individual artistic work within the documentary project and its sequential execution in the Photographic Methods II course.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Irreplaceable absences.
Unsubmitted assignments.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has participated in interactive sessions and successfully completed the assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student has demonstrated a general understanding of the topics covered in the course and is able to apply them in their own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to reflect on their learning in relation to their previous knowledge and has demonstrated a personal perspective in their work, as well as the ability to justify their solutions.

Objective

The students will be able to
• apply the techniques of image editing and develop and expand their methodologies independently.
• apply the basic concepts of graphic design in their own work
• create and manage documents combining images and text.
• apply the principles of the CMYK colour management.
• apply the basic concepts of printing techniques and take the limitations of printing technologies into account in their own work.

Content

On this course, the students will develop and discuss their own expression through practical work. The students will also apply advanced image processing and the basics of graphic design and printing technology. During the course, the students will learn about the requirements of the printing industry in term of image production and practise accurate digital printing. They will also learn about different printing materials and their features.

Teaching methods

Lectures, assignments, discussions, demonstrations, and independent work.

International connections

The course is based on the student’s own artistic work, assignments, reading the material distributed during lectures, and feedback on the development of the documentary project. At the end of the course, a review of the students' work will be organized. Attendance is mandatory for the entire course, and assessment is specific to each professional subject

Content scheduling

Joint Implementation: Documentary Photography + Photographic Methods II
The courses are implemented together, with the same program applied to both.

The implementations are linked so that each student creates an independent, sequential series as part of the documentary photography project. The course also deepens skills in image editing, InDesign, and printing, while introducing the requirements that the print industry imposes on images.

The main focus is on each student’s individual artistic work within the documentary project and its sequential execution in the Photographic Methods II course.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Irreplaceable absences.
Unsubmitted assignments.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has participated in interactive sessions and successfully completed the assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student has demonstrated a general understanding of the topics covered in the course and is able to apply them in their own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to reflect on their learning in relation to their previous knowledge and has demonstrated a personal perspective in their work, as well as the ability to justify their solutions.

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for the artistic work
• develop the techniques and expression of their work
• carry out long-term artistic processes in a methodical and goal-oriented manner
• analyse their own work

Content

Supervised artistic work that may take place in connection with professional studies, other projects, through minor-subject studies under another degree programme or student exchange. The Artistic Work courses I–IV may be integrated into larger entities.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for the artistic work
• develop the techniques and expression of their work
• carry out long-term artistic processes in a methodical and goal-oriented manner
• analyse their own work

Content

Supervised artistic work that may take place in connection with professional studies, other projects, through minor-subject studies under another degree programme or student exchange. The Artistic Work courses I–IV may be integrated into larger entities.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for the artistic work
• develop the techniques and expression of their work
• carry out long-term artistic processes in a methodical and goal-oriented manner
• analyse their own work

Content

Supervised artistic work that may take place in connection with professional studies, other projects, through minor-subject studies under another degree programme or student exchange. The Artistic Work courses I–IV may be integrated into larger entities.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• create three-dimension form and space on a two-dimensional surface
• analyse visual dynamics

Content

The students will explore the representation of form and space by means of drawing.
The course work involves visual observation and drawing mainly a life model.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• form an informed idea on which to base the development of their art and the assessment of their own artistic processes, based on a dialogue between art and research
• form a view on basic ethical and aesthetic questions, concepts and methods
• assess and analyse their own artistic processes
• give and receive constructive and analytical feedback

Content

On this course, the students will focus on the basics of academic research, the research process and writing academic text. The students will learn about the concepts and methods of art research, image analysis as well as the potential of art research. The students will gain the necessary skills for critical interpretation and analysis of art and media imagery The students will also deepen their skills in evaluating and analysing the visual culture.
The studies are completed according to implementation plan through exercises, lecture journals, essays and/or exams, and by attended contact teaching sessions, instruction, artist introductions, lectures and/or excursions.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to:
• create versatile animation visuals in different styles
• apply the basic principles of drawing
• develop their creative thinking and artistic expression
• express their observations by means of concept art
• build on their knowledge of color, texture and technique
• analyse visual elements and determine the impact of different ways of presentation to the communicative and expressive potential of the image
• discuss and evaluate in a constructive manner the processes of their own artistic work as well as that of others
• allocate the right amount of time for study/the creation of a work and be prepared to adopt an alternative course of action if necessary
• find alternative methods to support their work

Content

Ideas, sketching, references, exaggeration, silhouettes, colour schemes, lighting, artistic expression

The drawing courses are based on the following practice and principle:
The key point for students is to nurture their own interest and motivation in working towards their personal goals and, when necessary, question established conventions.The activities and assignments are agreed individually on a case-by-case basis. The students are expected to actively participate in instruction and feedback discussions.

Content scheduling

Competence objectives of study unit

The students will be able to:
• create versatile animation visuals in different styles
• apply the basic principles of Concept, Character and Background Design
• develop their creative thinking and artistic expression
• express their observations by means of concept art
• build on their knowledge of color, texture and technique
• analyze visual elements and determine the impact of different ways of presentation to the communicative and expressive potential of the image
• discuss and evaluate in a constructive manner the processes of their own artistic work as well as that of others
• allocate the right amount of time for study/the creation of a work and be prepared to adopt an alternative course of action if necessary
• find alternative methods to support their work

Content of study unit
Ideas, sketching, references, exaggeration, silhouettes, colour schemes, lighting, artistic expression
The course is based on the following practice and principle:
The key point for students is to nurture their own interest and motivation in working towards their personal goals and, when necessary, question established conventions. The activities and assignments are agreed individually on a case-by-case basis. The students are expected to actively participate in instruction and feedback discussions.

The workshop will run in English.

There is room for 11 (+two laptop seats) students in the class room. The course is mainly for animation students, but if there is room also other students can join (firstly from the fine arts department). Students attending the course should have a some sort of personal visual production/project to work on.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for themselves and work towards these goals according to a planned schedule
• obtain information and carry out research work as a foundation for artistic work.
• recognise the discourse of contemporary art, adopt the practices and knowledge of professional artistic work and are able to benefit from these in their career.
• work independently in a forward-looking and methodical manner while utilizing different types of sources and collaboration networks and with confidence on their own vision and taking into consideration the principles of sustainable development.
• analyse their personal working processes and their relation with the field of art in general and to improve their skills in communicating about their own work both in a spoken and written format.
• execute the thesis work independently and to apply acquired knowledge in the thesis process.

Content

In the research part, the students will discuss their own way of working, its background factors, practices and meanings.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

Student
- knows how to use a digital camera
- is able to utilise the means of digital photography in their own artistic work
- is able to photograph their artworks
- knows the basics of image post-production and file management
- knows the basics of layout work.

Content

During the course, students learn about digital photography, image processing and the basics of layout work. During the course, students experiment and seek the opportunities offered by digital methods in their own artistic work. The student designs a portfolio during the course.

Materials

In the ItsLearning learning environment ang handouts

Teaching methods

- Lectures and demos
- Exercises in small groups
- Editing your own footage independently and in classroom situations
- Designing your own portfolio layout independently and in classroom situations

Student workload

Photographing your own works
Editing your images
Creating a portfolio layout

Content scheduling

During the course, students will learn about digital photography, image processing and the basics of post-production. During the course, students will experiment and explore the possibilities offered by digital methods in their own artistic work, as well as learn about the specific issues related to the photographing of artworks, both in terms of camera technology and lighting. During the course, students will design a portfolio and learn how to update it.

The course is divided into two parts:
In the intensive week (week 40 Tue 1 Oct - Fri 4 Oct), students will learn how to use a digital camera and lighting in repro photographing their artwork.
On Tuesdays in weeks 43-47 we focus on post-production (Lightroom, Adobe Bridge, CameraRaw and Photoshop) and the basics of layout work (InDesign).

Further information

ItsLearning learning environment, email

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The course is assessed numerically from 1 to 5
The course is assessment bases on attendance and completion of assignments:
- use of camera and photography impact on the grade 33%.
- Image processing 33%.
- Graphing layout work: 33 %.

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Absent more than 20%.
Assignments not returned.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has participated in the interactions and completed the tasks successfully.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student has participated in interaction situations and has shown that he/she has mastered the main points covered in the course and is able to apply them in his/her own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has participated actively and with consideration for others in interaction situations and has shown excellent mastery of the topics covered in the course and is able to apply them in his/her own work. The student is able to present the results of his/her work in a well-founded way.

Objective

The student can
- use different types of cameras.
- edit digital photographs and understand the basic principles of colour management.
- print high quality pigment prints.
- reflect on their expressive choices in an ethical and aesthetic way.

Content

The course introduces the technical basis of photography through theory and various short exercises. The emphasis is on an experimental and exploratory approach to artistic work - the observation and mastery of photographic phenomena, through which the student develops a strong understanding of photographic techniques.

Materials

Material distributed during lectures.

Teaching methods

Assignments, experimental work, lectures, and discussions. 100% attendance required.

International connections

During the course, a strong understanding of photography is developed through theory and experimental work. We use digital cameras and also consider issues related to digital workflows and printing from the perspective of sustainable development. Working methods and materials are chosen with respect for the environment and resources.

In practice: Topic-specific information – experiments/testing – viewing and discussing images.

Student workload

Assignments: 60%
Lectures and discussions: 25%
Independent theoretical reflection: 15%

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, fail (0)

Irreplaceable absences.
Unsubmitted assignments.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

The student has participated in interactive sessions and successfully completed the assignments.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

The student has demonstrated a general understanding of the topics covered in the course and is able to apply them in their own work.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student is able to reflect on their learning in relation to their previous knowledge and has demonstrated a personal perspective in their work, as well as the ability to justify their solutions.

Objective

Student
- knows how to use a digital camera
- is able to utilise the means of digital photography in their own artistic work
- is able to photograph their artworks
- knows the basics of image post-production and file management
- knows the basics of layout work.

Content

During the course, students learn about digital photography, image processing and the basics of layout work. During the course, students experiment and seek the opportunities offered by digital methods in their own artistic work. The student designs a portfolio during the course.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Objective

The students will be able to
• gain an overview of the history of Western art as well as art research and interpretation
• incorporate historical traditions, themes and phenomena in art in their own work.
• name and apply the basic concepts of art philosophy.
• apply different modes of art discourse in their own work.

Content

• History of Western Art The students will be introduced to the development and main themes and phenomena in Western art.
• Introduction to Philosophy of Art. The students will learn about philosophical discourse on art and its interpretation.

Evaluation scale

H-5

International connections

lectures, exercises, working in groups

Content scheduling

Students will be introduced to the basic principles of stop motion puppet and set building. During the course students will be working in small groups. These groups will function as a production teams that produces a preproduction materials ready for a short stop motion production (duration 2-4 minutes).

This course is first part of a bigger ensemble. It will start already in 16th of January and will focus on preproduction (script development and building the stop motion puppets and sets). Puppet and set building will take place in the workshop in Linnankatu from 20nd of Febryary to 17th of March.

To achieve the best technical and artistic knowledge and understanding of the stop motion technique it is recommendable to take part also in the following course that will focus on animation, lighting and cinematography of stop motion production.

Animation, lighting and cinematography in Stop Motion production -course will start 20th of March in the Big Studio in Lemminkäisenkatu (LEM_B162) and will continue until end of May.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student can communicate orally in different work-life situations.

Content

The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student can communicate in writing in different work-life situations.

Content

The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• make use of the methods of spatial and time-based art in a professional, responsible, safe and environmentally sustainable manner.
• follow the permit and contracting procedures applicable for the art form.
• operate in a dialogue with their group and evaluate their own collaboration with other parties.
• see an installation as part of a space and its environment and recognize the special characteristics of the art form.
• evaluate the expressive potential of different forms of art in the development of their own work.
• discuss and evaluate in a constructive manner the processes of their own artistic work.
• allocate the right amount of time for study/the creation of a work.

Content

• spatial and time-based art, their methods and modes of expression, artists working in this field, and the theory behind the media
• permits, contracts and budgeting and other practicalities related to the art form
• safe and environmentally sustainable methods
• creation of a site-specific work, installation and/or public work of art as a team or an individual project
• documentation and reporting

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• get acquainted with topical phenomena and genres in art and other social activity
• express opinions
• develop their critical thinking
• understand the practices of contemporary art and identify those practices, discourses and elements in contemporary art that are relevant to their own work.

Content

Artistic work, the field of contemporary art and the related discourse.

Teaching methods

The course consists of lectures, reading and writing assignments, visits to exhibitions, and short artistic productions both individually and in groups.

International connections

Thoughts of incompleteness, exposure, unpredictability, surprise, and even vulnerability.

Trying things out, constant modification of one’s own thinking encourages open-mindedness.

Willingness to question notions that are already thought to be known.

Recognize the crucial role of the other-than-human ‘other’ in creative dialogues.

Giving up the pursuit of the right answer

Interference in the production of normality (queer reading or gaze), different interpretations, looking past the most obvious level.

Concentrating on process rather than outcomes.

Slow close-up reading and looking

Try out new things and take risks.

Content scheduling

The speculative worlds of art
Strange spaces, times, creatures and materials


How can we define the present? Does it always take place in relation to the past and the future? Does the present (NOW) even exist? What possibilities do we have to speculatively imagine what is to come?
The course will explore how creative world-making practices such as visual art and speculative literature, new technologies, feminist theory, etc., as perspectives and tools, can create or anticipate strange new forms of existence and temporalities, challenging our understanding of the past and opening up unexpected and potentially more promising futures.
The course aims to emphasize the need to structure experiences as fiction in order to understand them. By creating speculative systems or worlds through artistic work, our relationship with materials, objects, words and living and non-living beings will be explored.

The course will cover topics such as:

- The means of (speculative) fiction in art and art text
- Worlds within worlds
- New temporalities (times and spaces)
- New technologies, Artificial Intelligence, AR, VR, etc.
- Trying to pay attention to the overlooked, including non-human beings and matter
- The interconnection between the digital world and natural systems
- The invisible made visible or sensed

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student can communicate orally in different work-life situations.

Content

The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student can communicate in writing in different work-life situations.

Content

The student
- can describe the content and structure of his/her studies, training and work experience
- can describe his/her working environment and operations of a company, products and processes
- can communicate in various business life situations appropriately
- is able to use appropriate vocabulary and phrases when presenting tasks of his/her own field

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

After completing this course, the students will be able to
• obtain information with appropriate source criticism and apply this information in goal-oriented problem solving situations
• apply the methods of reflective writing and speaking and communicate about their artistic work in a professional setting
• set meaningful goals and an appropriate scope for the thesis work and future development tasks
• position their artistic work within a larger framework
• analyse works of art and develop their own practice as a result

Content

• planning an artistic development project
• information seeking for the purpose of artistic development
• analysis of artistic processes
• reflecting on the development project

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Content

From script to directing, pre production, artistic and productional decisions, production team, financing, distribution and marketing. Well being and personnel management

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to:
• understand the basics of motion graphics and animation in After Effects
• recognize the possibilities of motion design in fine art and media
• develop their visual thinking in infographic and kinetic typographical content
• express their observations by means of abstraction and animation
• build on their knowledge of digital animation techniques

Content

- basics of motion graphics and animation in After Effects
- rigging and animating a 2D character in After Effects

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for themselves and work towards these goals according to a planned schedule
• recognise the discourse of contemporary art, adopt the practices and knowledge of professional artistic work and are able to benefit from these in their career.
• work independently in a forward-looking and methodical manner while utilizing different types of sources and collaboration networks and with confidence in their own vision.
• execute artistic work independently and to apply acquired knowledge in the thesis process.

Content

The artistic part of Bachelor’s thesis is demanding both in terms of scope and artistic content, as it shall consist of an independently and methodically executed work or series of works. The thesis work may be an action, exhibition, book or other similar production of visual art.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for themselves and work towards these goals according to a planned schedule
• obtain information and carry out research work as a foundation for artistic work.
• recognise the discourse of contemporary art, adopt the practices and knowledge of professional artistic work and are able to benefit from these in their career.
• work independently in a forward-looking and methodical manner while utilizing different types of sources and collaboration networks and with confidence on their own vision and taking into consideration the principles of sustainable development.
• analyse their personal working processes and their relation with the field of art in general and to improve their skills in communicating about their own work both in a spoken and written format.
• execute the thesis work independently and to apply acquired knowledge in the thesis process.

Content

In the research part, the students will discuss their own way of working, its background factors, practices and meanings.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to identify traditions, methods, discourses and practices in contemporary art.

Content

On this course, students will discuss the different media in contemporary art, questions related to the content of art, the changing roles of the artist, art critique, questions of value and power from the perspective of art, art institutions etc.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• recognize the technical and artistic aspects of the development of photography and place these within their historical context.
• name influential photographers and genres.
• apply traditions in photography in their own work.

Content

On this course, the students will gain basic knowledge about the starting points of photography and the development of photographic techniques and expression from the 19th century to the present. The students will be discussing the relationship between photography and society and other methods of image-making. Students will learn how to apply this knowledge in their own expression.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The students will be able to
• set goals for themselves and work towards these goals according to a planned schedule
• recognise the discourse of contemporary art, adopt the practices and knowledge of professional artistic work and are able to benefit from these in their career.
• work independently in a forward-looking and methodical manner while utilizing different types of sources and collaboration networks and with confidence in their own vision.
• execute artistic work independently and to apply acquired knowledge in the thesis process.

Content

The artistic part of Bachelor’s thesis is demanding both in terms of scope and artistic content, as it shall consist of an independently and methodically executed work or series of works. The thesis work may be an action, exhibition, book or other similar production of visual art.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Objective

The student
- can develop their study skills.
- can identify their own interests and set goals for their studies.
- can understand the study environment and the local art scene.
- has basic knowledge of the education on offer and information acquisition within the program.
- develop and constructively evaluate their process of artistic work.

Content

The course introduces students to the facilities and practices of Fine Arts education, as well as to the artist-teachers, staff and fellow students. Students will also gain a basic knowledge of the educational offerings, electronic systems, information retrieval and other student services. The course introduces students to different ways of working and thinking artistically, both in groups and independently. In addition, students will learn about current phenomena in learning environments and the local arts scene.

Teaching methods

Group work, individual assignments, lectures, discussions, varied instruction within specializations (photography, fine arts, animation).

International connections

Working methods and materials are chosen with respect for the environment and resources.

Content scheduling

Introduction to Fine Arts Studies
August 26 - September 27, 2024
This course introduces students to the facilities and practices of fine arts education, as well as to the artist-teachers, staff, and fellow students. Students will also receive basic information about the course offerings, electronic systems, information retrieval, and other student services. The course includes an exploration of various approaches to artistic work and thinking, both in groups and through independent study. Additionally, students will become familiar with current phenomena in learning environments and the local art scene.

September 10 - 25: Students will work within their respective specializations as specified.

Final review day: September 26 at 3:00 PM in the Image Theater.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Attendance is mandatory for the entire course, and assessment is specific to each professional subject.