CUVPER401A
Experiment with techniques to produce performance art

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to proactively experiment and innovate with various performance art techniques and ideas to find an individual style or voice.

Application

People creating performance art apply the skills and knowledge in this unit.

At this level, work is undertaken independently with supervision and guidance as required.


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Develop proficiency with a range of performance art techniques and media

1.1 Evaluate the potential for new approaches to performance art based on capabilities of techniques already used

1.2 Adapt or introduce new tools, equipment and materials to achieve different effects

1.3 Extend the capabilities of performance art techniques through experimentation

1.4 Take account of the safety and sustainability considerations for different techniques and media

2. Develop ideas for performance art

2.1 Discuss creative and other goals of proposed performance art with others

2.2 Research, adapt and use relevant ideas and approaches from other practitioners with consideration of intellectual property requirements

2.3 Apply knowledge of different performance art techniques to inform ideas

2.4 Allow techniques and ideas to work together to inform each other

2.5 Consider the professional potential and other criteria of work when developing ideas

2.6 Refine and confirm ideas based on experimentation, research and collaboration with others

3. Organise performance art resources

3.1 Assess specific resource requirements for the chosen work

3.2 Research and access potential sources of supply for performance art resources

3.3 Evaluate cost and other constraints that impact on the development of work

3.4 Evaluate and respond to presentation considerations for finished performance art

3.5 Set up or coordinate resource requirements according to safety or other workplace requirements

4. Realise finished performance art

4.1 Create performance art using techniques and media selected from research and experimentation

4.2 Review and refine ideas and approaches based on ongoing experiences with the production of work

4.3 Use safe and sustainable work practices throughout the production of performance art

4.4 Document and record the development of the work and the research and ideas that inform it

5. Evaluate own performance artwork

5.1 Reflect on own work in terms of conceptual development and technical execution

5.2 Identify areas for future improvement especially in terms of own skill development

5.3 Discuss completed work with others and respond positively to feedback

Required Skills

Required skills

communication skills to:

discuss creative work from a technical and conceptual perspective

create a record of the performance artwork

initiative and enterprise skills to experiment with techniques to enhance final performance art

learning skills to refine and improve a range of techniques

literacy skills to undertake research about the work of other performance artists

numeracy skills to evaluate resource costs

planning and organising skills to plan work tasks and resources

problem-solving skills to identify and resolve technical and conceptual issues in performance art

technology skills to use the internet as a research tool.

Required knowledge

role of experimentation in developing and refining ideas for performance art and how this relates to the development of an individual style or voice

research methodologies used by artists

historical and theoretical contexts for performance art

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

intellectual property issues and legislation to be considered by independent arts practitioners

sustainability considerations for the professional operation of a performance art practice

OHS requirements for the set-up and operation of performance artwork space.

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:

develop ideas and techniques through a process of research and experimentation

produce a performance artwork that demonstrates a command of techniques

apply knowledge of performance art techniques, equipment and materials and the ways they may be adapted and combined.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

a space in which to stage or exhibit performance art

equipment used to produce performance art.

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 technical execution of work pieces produced by the candidate

practical demonstration of skills using tools, equipment and materials required to produce performance art

direct observation of performance art 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.


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.

Techniques for the production of a performance work may include:

the selection of a range of techniques from any medium or art form, or a combination of art forms, including:

ceramics

dance

digital content

dramatic art

drawing

textile art

glass

movement

painting

pantomime

photography

printing

sculpture

sound, including electronic, instrumental, natural and vocal.

Tools and equipment may include:

cameras, including:

35mm camera

digital camera

compressors

computer

cutters

editing suite

electrical cabling

engravers

enlargers and other wet darkroom equipment

grinding and polishing equipment

hammers

looms

microphones

monitors

moulds and deckles

multiple screens

pliers

protective clothing

scanner

software programs

sound recording and synthesising equipment and cabling

speakers

stage lighting and cabling

vacuum table

vats

VHS and DVD.

Materials may include:

bolts

darkroom chemicals and emulsions

film

glues

make-up

nails

screws

charcoal

clay

coloured pencils

extenders and binders

gesso

glass

inks

latex

metals

natural and synthetic fibres

pastels

perspex

plastics

rubber

sand

tempera

water and oil-based paints

wood.

Safety and sustainable considerations may include:

audience safety

federal, state and territory legislation, regulations and standards

personal protection

recycling

safe disposal of waste.

Research may involve:

approaching individuals with relevant expertise

attending lectures and talks

conducting material and technical experiments and tests

searching the internet

seeking out information in books, journals and newspapers

visiting exhibitions, museums and theatres.

Intellectual property requirements may relate to:

extent to which the work may be used

form of acknowledgement or credit

procedures for seeking permission to use the work of others, including systems for the administration of copyright

protocols for the adaptation of work by others.

Ideas may be influenced by:

artistic aspirations

current capability with techniques

historical and theoretical contexts

subject matter or theme for the work, such as:

built environment

land and place

natural world

political, cultural and social issues

the body

spiritual concerns.

Professional potentialmay relate to:

cost of production

existence of an established market

how to promote or sell the work

market trends

professional development.

Criteria may relate to:

audience

client and user expectations

duration

environment in which performance art will be viewed/performed

materials

quality of final product

techniques

timelines

tools

weather considerations.

Process followed to refine conceptual visions may include:

adjustment to subject matter or theme

adjustment to take account of elements and principles of design

adjustment to use extended capabilities of the technique.

Sources of supply may include:

commercial outlets

found objects and materials

manufacturing or factory waste

nature.

Cost and other constraints may relate to:

availability of materials and tools

availability of space

budgeting

requirements to seek approval

sponsorship

timeframe.

Presentation considerations may include:

availability of space

cost

practical considerations

presentation context

timeframe.


Sectors

Visual communication – performance art


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.