NR Painting L4
Objectives of the Programme Module
To enable the learner to identify and explore art elements (such as line, shape, tone, form,
colour, space, pattern, texture) within the learners own work and that of other artists past
and present
To foster in the learner the capacity to make critical judgements and informed personal
choices, appraise and evaluate work in progress and on completion, use appropriate working
vocabulary
To enable the learner to identify and explore technical and functional problems through
active involvement with a range of painting related media, making constructive use of a
variety of approaches which allows the learner to see painting within an artistic, historical,
cultural and stylistic framework
To facilitate the learner in the demonstration of knowledge and understanding of art
elements, principles and processes and to facilitate expression through selecting, recording,
analysing in order to explore ideas imaginatively in visual form
To explore with the learner methods of working from direct experience, observation and
imagination, giving a personal response to an idea, experience or other stimulus
To facilitate the learner to experiment with a variety of materials, tools and techniques,
demonstrating good studio practice with awareness of health and safety requirements
To assist the learner to develop the language, literacy and numeracy skills related to painting
through the medium of the module themes and content
To enable the learner to take responsibility for his/her own learning
Target Award
QQI General Learning – 4M2010
Start Date: 28-08-2024 Hours/week: 03 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 39 weeks
Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 3 when accessing a Level 4 programme. Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education although no formal qualifications are required.
Age Requirements
Please see course details for minimum age requirements
Please refer to Programme Descriptor for Programme Aims and Objectives
Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work under direction with some ability to work on their own initiative.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Fine Art Painting | Painting (4N1871) | QQI |
1. Identify diverse painting traditions and media within a range of cultures
2. Discuss the use of art elements and principles in specific preferred paint work
3. Use the language of art history and appreciation with regard to a preferred artists work
4. Outline colour theory
5. Explain the importance of the correct maintenance and storage of art materials and tools
6. Use a variety of paint media experimentally
7. Communicate a moderate range of ideas through paint using a variety of painting
techniques
8. Use art elements and principles in organising personal compositions and drawn/painted
studies
9. Record a range of subjects from observation including objects and life forms from the
natural and manufactured environments and painting from life
10. Communicate a broad range of ideas visually through painting including appropriate primary
and secondary source materials
11. Select completed pieces for appropriate presentation
12. Relate colour and paint to other art/craft/design areas
13. Make a personal painted response to an idea or primary source materials
14. Critically evaluate own and others work
15. Apply appropriate health and safety procedures when working with paint materials and
tools within the studio.