Artstation

Year-long courses for 2012

General information

Year long courses are designed for committed students who want to foster their development as artists under the guidance of professional practicing artists who are experienced teachers. Prior to enrolment students are invited to come to a short interview with the tutor/s to assess whether this course is the right one for you and if it will achieve the outcomes you want.

All courses run for 36 weeks over four terms. On completion, each group will have an exhibition for a week in the Artstation gallery. A 30 per cent commission on sales will apply.

For further information, and to arrange an interview time, please contact the Artstation office.

On acceptance into the course a $500 deposit must be made by 21 December 2011 and the full balance paid by 20 January 2012.

Please consider your availability and commitment to the course carefully as Artstation's refund policy applies.

Courses for 2012

The following year-long courses will be offered in 2012:

• The Artstation Foundation course – modules in drawing and painting, sculpture, contemporary art studies, photography and printmaking
• A Painter's Progress with Matthew Browne
• A Painter's Studio with Matthew Browne and Kathryn Stevens
• A Glass Studio with Jo Nuttall and Nicole Lucas
• Professional Practice with Matthew Browne and guest presenters

The Artstation Foundation course

This course covers the study of both two and three-dimensional practice and contemporary art study. Working from a core course of painting and drawing, students will establish a direction and then work across the four other subject areas.

This course is ideal for students wanting to apply for art school degree courses.

Maximum enrolment is 14.

Tutors:

• Matthew Browne - drawing and painting
• Chris Mules - sculpture
• Lyndal Jefferies - contemporary art studies
• Elizabeth Serjeant - printmaking
• TBC - photography

Painting

A painter's progress

This is an exciting opportunity for painters with some experience to progress towards independence.

Students will be encouraged to develop a professional and dedicated approach, a personal philosophy and practice in a supportive studio situation.

Maximum enrolment is 12.

'A painter's studio'

This class offers committed students a supportive 'open' studio environment where they can develop as painters. There will be discussion, readings, evaluation and critiques to foster the individual's personal and theoretical growth and a sound working methodology.

Students must be able to work independently, have ideas and a direction they wish to explore, and be open to sharing ideas with the group.

Maximum enrolment is 12.

A glass studio

Glass students 2008

This course offers committed students a supportive 'open' studio where they can foster their artistic development. The studio work is supported by discussion, readings, evaluation and critiques to foster the individual's conceptual and technical growth and a dedicated personal philosophy and practice.

The course fee does not include the cost of glass, all other materials and firings are included.

Maximum enrolment is 8.

Professional Practice

This course provides an on-going support network for practicing artists. There are 8 two day weekend workshops at six weekly intervals.

Day one (Saturday) will include readings, discussions and presentations by leading practitioners in the arts and introductions to essential artists' organisations. Working with a gallery and practical advice about materials and processes will also be included. There will be opportunities for student presentations, individual critiques and a selection of visiting artist's participating in an advisory teaching capacity.

Day two (Sunday) will be dedicated to student painting practice time to help foster each person's independent practice.

For artists/students who have completed an advanced course of study. Please note: an exhibition at Artstation is not included in this course.

Maximum enrolment is 12.

Updated November 2011