FINA-6217                                              Mural Art                                  3(0+3)

The courses within the Minor subjects will help out the students to help out them in their Major subjectsand to meet the desired outcomes according to the framework below. Asystematic process will help the students to plan and to work effectively to reach the desired instructional goals.The subject will help to gain expertise in one subject which will assist them to follow their future goals. This studio art course introduces theoretical and practical aspects of large-scale painting, murals and public art. The course includes an actual practicum in large-scale media and experimentation of early and contemporary techniques including drawing, fresco, painting, aerosol and various industrial materials. The objective of this course is for students to develop understanding about some of the social roles of art and the impact of murals in communities, based upon its historical and contemporary applications. The course will enable student to control scale, color, specific techniques and safety measures aimed at public spaces.

Course Contents

1. Egg Tempera
2. Surface Preparation for Egg Tempera
3. Egg Painting on panel or Wall
4. Graffiti Style Murals
5. Exploration of Mediums
6. Theme based Wall Graffiti
7. Tile Mural/ Mosaics
8. Surface Preparation for Murals
9. Floral/Geometrical Designs in Mural Art
10. Process and Execution
11. Fresco Secco: Preparation of Surface, Material
12. Process of Fresco Secco
13. Bon Fresco, Preparation of Surface, Material
14. Process of  Bon Fresco

Recommended Texts

1. Campbell, B. (2003). Mexican murals in times of crisis. University of Arizona Press.
2. Weber . Mark C. (2010). Brushwork Essentials.North Light Books; 1 edition.

Suggested Readings

1. Schmid, R. (1998). Alla Prima: Everything I know about painting. Stove Prairie Press.
2. Folgarait, L., Orozco, J. C., Rivera, D., & Siqueiros, D. A. (1998). Mural painting and social revolution in Mexico, 1920-1940: art of the new order (p. xiv256). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
3. Rouse, E. Clive. (1996), Mediaeval Wall Paintings. Guildhall: Shire Publications.

     Clive Rouse, E. (1943). Wall Paintings in the Church of St. John the Evangelist, Corby, Lincolnshire. Archaeological Journal, 100(1), 150-176.

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Student will be evaluated through a system of weekly assignments.

Mid-term Exam:          30%

Final-term:                   50%

Sessional:                    20%     (Attendance 5% + Semester Assignments 15%)

Total:                          100%

Marking Criteria of Assignment

One assignment = 20 Marks (Class Assignment 10 Marks + Home Assignment 10 Marks)

Evaluation:

• Critiques at regular intervals (Please be aware that we will have class critiques in which work is shared and discussed. By being part of this class, we each agree to address other people and their work with respect.)

• Final assessment at the end of the workshop/Class (Exhibition)
• One assignment = 20 Marks (Class Assignment 10 Marks + Home Assignment 10 Marks)

RULES AND REGULATIONS

Statement from the instructor:

Art courses should not merely be about completing assignments. Theory classes in particular can tend to focus on the basic Art Historicalconcepts and neglect to encourage students to develop their own interests. While this course has objectives which must be met, we are going to learn to meet those objectives in a way that allows you to explore your interests in art field. In that spirit, I am always open to suggestions and constructive criticism about the course and your interests. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, concerns, or comments. If you are unsure about something, email me. If you are having trouble, email me. If I don’t hear from you, I will assume everything is going fine.

Class attendance policy:

All students must attend class regularly to gain maximum from the instructor. Each Class bear its own importance, the thing once taught will never repeated. Every day brings a new experience that helps to flourish you. Attendance is mandatory.  Arriving to class late and/or leaving early three times will count as one unexcused absence. To avoid unexcused absences, please consult with me before you miss class.

Late assignments:

Assignments not submitted on the designated due date will be considered late.  Assignments grades will decrease by one full grade for each class the project is late. Assignments will not be accepted if missed due to an unexcused absence.