Credit Points: 22.5
Study Time: 225 Hours

This unit explores the role of the modelmaker within the media industries and promotes solutions to be found to complex visual and 3D concepts through problem solving. Using the knowledge of materials and processes learned from previous units, this unit introduces the process of technical design, it demands a keen visual awareness and promotes the practice of visual research, analysis and communication

This unit embeds the archive of knowledge required by professional modelmakers to demonstrate creative responses to the media industries through creative and critical analysis, interpretation, digital and 3D.

Outline Syllabus
An indicative guide to the content covered by this unit. 

• Investigation and analysis of the visual form through drawing 
• 3D life sculpting 
• Expressive and interpretative use of materials 
• Creative Photography 
• Interpretation and presentation through drawing and digital means 
• Realisation of final solution through 3D model interpretation

Method of Delivery
Practical studio sessions, lectures, tutorials, demonstration, independent study, research, critiques, presentation, visit.

Aims

A1 To equip you with the practical understanding of the concepts and application of visual language.
A2 To encourage an exploratory approach in developing ideas through creative research and interpretation.
A3 To critically explore, analyse and initiate solutions of 2D and 3D processes through technical design and problem solving.
A4 To explore relevant materials and techniques appropriate to achieve the final solution.
A5 To further technical proficiency and encourage fluency in the creative use of digital media and materials in achieving a visually appropriate solution

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this unit you will be able to:

LO1 Demonstrate your understanding of concepts and application of visual language.
LO2 Use a variety of media, methods and strategies in developing ideas through creative research and interpretation.
LO3 Demonstrate awareness of critical analysis to generate concepts through 2D and 3D processes developing skills in technical design and problem solving.
LO4 Select appropriate, relevant materials and techniques to achieve the final solution.
LO5 Demonstrate technical proficiency and fluency in the creative use of digital media and materials in achieving a visually appropriate solutions.

Reference Material

Key
Arthur, D (1993). Modelling in clay. A & C Black Ltd: London
Simblet, Sarah. (2001) Anatomy for the artist. Dorling Kindersley.

Recommended
Bizony, P (2001) Digital Domain – the leading edge of visual effects Aurium press: London. Pp. 145- 180
Delpech, J & Figueres, M (2003) The mouldmaker’s handbook A&C Black: London Carlson, M (2000). Family and friends in polymer clay. Northern Lights

Journals
Cinefex // FX

DVD
Nick Park (2005) Creature Comforts [DVD] Momentom Pictures

Websites
The Jim Henson Company // Aardman Animations Ltd. // Baskee.com