CUVPAI501A
Refine painting techniques

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to refine painting technique and to develop an individual style in a body of creative work. This occurs through a process of research, refinement and evaluation.

Application

Visual artists whose professional practice includes painting apply the skills and knowledge in this unit. Usually those paintings are works in their own right, but they may be components of works in other media.

At this level, the practitioner has a well-developed command of technical painting skills as well as the conceptual and creative skills to create a coherent body of work.

Technique refinement is a largely independent activity with mentoring and guidance as required. It would normally include work with several different techniques as part of the process of developing an individual style. In practice, this process is integrated with the skills described in the unit CUVPRP501A Realise a body of creative work.


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Research painting ideas and techniques

1.1 Support professional practice by expanding own knowledge of historical and contemporary painting genres

1.2 Research ways that other artists have used different painting techniques and styles

1.3 Investigate how particular painting techniques work to achieve different technical effects

1.4 Evaluate the relationships between painting techniques and ideas

1.5 Adapt and use relevant ideas and approaches with consideration of intellectual property requirements

2. Select painting techniques for refinement

2.1 Consider the opportunities offered by different painting techniques for own art practice

2.2 Determine limitations and constraints of particular techniques in terms of desired outcomes

2.3 Select painting techniques for refinement

3. Consolidate painting technique to professional level

3.1 Establish and follow safe work practices for selected techniques

3.2 Develop increasing confidence and skill through practice and experimentation

3.3 Proactively identify and resolve technical problems in painting projects based on developing expertise

3.4 Challenge and test ideas, and allow new and unpredictable ideas to emerge

3.5 Evolve ideas and other professional skills through ongoing experimentation with technique

3.6 Develop own ways of working with techniques to create individual style

3.7 Create a coherent body of painting work that shows command of selected painting techniques

4. Evaluate own painting technique

4.1 Discuss the development of own technique with others and seek feedback

4.2 Seek and participate in conversations that challenge and explore different concepts and approaches

4.3 Reflect on the particular ways that experimentation with different techniques has informed own artwork

4.4 Identify ways in which technique may be further developed as part of a professional practice and build ideas into future work

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills to engage with others about the technical and conceptual aspects of painting

critical thinking and analytical skills to:

evaluate and make judgements about relationships between painting technique, effects and ideas

make critical evaluations of own painting technique

make critical evaluations of research findings

initiative and enterprise skills to identify and act on opportunities for own practice presented by research and experimentation

learning skills to develop and refine own skills to a professional practice standard

literacy skills to analyse complex and varied information about painting technique

problem-solving skills to identify and resolve technical problems in painting work

self-management and planning skills to create a coherent body of painting work

technical skills to show command of chosen painting techniques at a professional level

technology skills to use the internet as a research tool.

Required knowledge

relationship between painting technique, particular effects and ideas – in the work of other artists and in the context of own practice

extended range of information sources that support research in painting practice

cultural, sociological, philosophical, aesthetic, political and commercial influences on painting technique, in historical and contemporary contexts

professional development opportunities for artists seeking to develop a painting practice

elements and principles of design and how they may be used, adapted and challenged in the creation of work

intellectual property issues and legislation associated with painting as a professional practice

sustainability issues for the professional operation of a painting practice

OHS requirements for the set-up and operation of a professional work space for painting work.

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

evolve and refine painting technique through a demonstrated process of experimentation

develop individual style in own work

produce a coherent body of professional artwork that includes the use of well-developed painting technique

research painting technique in the broader context of other artwork and artists

use safe and sustainable work practices.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

equipment, materials and tools used to produce painting work.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

evaluation of painting technique within a body of work produced by the candidate

evaluation of processes used by the candidate to evolve and refine painting technique

evaluation of the work documentation

direct observation of painting in progress, including exploration of, and experimentation with, techniques

questioning and discussion about candidate’s intentions and the work outcome

review of portfolios of evidence

review of third-party reports from experienced practitioners.

Assessment methods should closely reflect workplace demands (e.g. literacy) and the needs of particular groups (e.g. people with disabilities, and people who may have literacy or numeracy difficulties, such as speakers of languages other than English, remote communities and those with interrupted schooling).

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:

CUVPRP501A Realise a body of creative work.


Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Paintings genres may include:

everyday scenes (genre painting)

history

landscape

portraiture

still life.

Painting techniques and styles may include:

approaches to:

application of a particular colour range and linear work to produce expressive paintings

integration of text and painting

linear marks of different intensity and character

use of a range of brushes to achieve different lines and strokes

use of colour and tone to create illusion of forms in space

use of positive and negative space

variation in paint application

scaling

scumbling

tone painting

under painting

styles:

abstract

digital

encaustic

fresco

gouache

ink and wash

oil

panel

tempera

watercolour.

Technical effects may include:

atmosphere

chiaroscuro

illusion

mood

movement

perspective

trompe l’oeil.

Intellectual property requirements may relate to:

copyright

design licensing regulations

form of acknowledgement or credit

moral rights

protocols for the adaptation of work by others

trademarks.

Opportunities may relate to:

communication of ideas

natural affinity with particular techniques

potential for combining techniques

potential for interactions between technique and media

themes in work.

Limitations and constraints may relate to:

availability of materials

capacity of technique to deliver required effect

own interaction with technique

resources

time.

Refinement relates to:

ability to use selected techniques with confidence

ongoing demonstration of development of technique

use of selected techniques in a body of professional work.

Safe work practices may include:

completing material safety data sheets (MSDS)

correct disposal of waste materials

dust and fume extraction

ergonomic safety

managing risk

reporting accidents and incidents

use of tools and equipment

using clearly designated wet and dry areas

using personal protective equipment (PPE).

Technical problems may include:

implications of scale and size

limitations of materials

limitations of processes or technology.

Coherent body of painting work is:

conceptually resolved

documented in terms of its development

subject to critical feedback by others

technically resolved

thematically connected.

Ways in which technique may be further developed may include:

collaboration

further study

intensive workshops

mentored guidance

new projects.


Sectors

Visual communication – painting


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.