BBFP403 Visual Art Process & Practices-II Syllabus — AKTU 2025-26

Syllabus

4 units · 40 lecture hours

Unit1

10 hrs

Classification of Colour ○ Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Colours ○ Warm and Cool Colours ○ Neutral Colours (black, white, greys, browns) ○ Complementary and Analogous Colours ○ Monochromatic and Polychromatic Schemes
Cause of Changing Colours ○ Effect of natural and artificial light on colours ○ Influence of surface texture on perception of colour ○ Psychological and environmental factors affecting colour change ○ Optical mixing and overlapping of pigments
Advanced Understanding of Colour and Tone ○ Importance of colour harmony in art ○ Emotional and symbolic values of colour ○ Interaction of colour with tone to create depth and dimension ○ Practical study of colour behaviour in different mediums
Colour Hue and Intensity ○ Definition of Hue (the pure state of a colour) ○ Intensity (saturation, brightness/dullness of a colour) ○ Modifying intensity using complementary colours ○ Practical exercises with muted and vibrant hues
Use of Tone in Art Objects ○ Tones in defining light, shadow, and volume ○ Gradation for creating three-dimensional effect ○ Tonal contrast for emphasis and mood ○ Use of tones in monochrome vs. polychrome artworks

Unit2

10 hrs

Transparency & Opaqueness of Colour ○ Definition and difference between transparent and opaque colours ○ Behaviour of pigments in different mediums (Poster colour, Oil Pastels, Watercolour) ○ Role of layering in creating depth and effects ○ Exercises with transparent washes vs. opaque blocking
Advanced Concepts of Colour Wheel ○ Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary divisions in complex colour wheels ○ Variations: Warm–Cool Colour Wheel, Complementary–Split Complementary Wheel ○ Advanced schemes: Tetradic, Triadic, Analogous combinations ○ Application of colour wheels in practical design and painting
Understanding Colour Harmony & Nature of Colours ○ How colours interact in harmony or contrast ○ Emotional and psychological impact of harmonious colour schemes ○ Use of harmony to create rhythm and unity in artwork
Complex Overlapping & Transparency Effects ○ Overlapping layers to create new tones and hues ○ Techniques for glazing, blending, and scumbling ○ Combining transparent and opaque effects for visual richness ○ Practical exercises with overlapping colours in poster, pastel, and watercolour

Unit3

10 hrs

Egg Tempera – Introduction ○ Definition and historical background of Egg Tempera ○ Composition: pigments + egg yolk medium ○ Characteristics of Egg Tempera compared to oil and acrylic
Behaviour of Colours in Opacity ○ Transparent vs. opaque application in tempera ○ Layering and building tones with tempera ○ Limitations and strengths of tempera in expression
Expression in Art through Tempera ○ Using tempera for fine detailing and luminous effects ○ Symbolism and mood creation with tempera ○ Study of examples from traditional tempera artworks (e.g., Byzantine, Early Renaissance)
Preparation of Canvas ○ Materials required for stretching canvas (wooden frame, canvas cloth, nails, hammer, pliers) ○ Step-by-step stretching of canvas on frame ○ Priming: Application of gesso for smooth surface ○ Sanding and layering for durability and paint adhesion
Framing of Canvas ○ Importance of framing for preservation and presentation ○ Different types of frames (wooden, decorative, gallery wrap) ○ Protection of artwork after painting

Unit4

10 hrs

Introduction to Fresco Painting ○ Definition and historical perspective (Egyptian, Roman, Renaissance frescos) ○ Difference between Fresco Buono (true fresco) and Fresco Secco (dry fresco)
Fresco Buono (True Fresco) ○ Technique: Painting on fresh lime plaster ○ Absorption of pigments into wet plaster ○ Durability and permanence of colours ○ Traditional tools & methods
Fresco Secco (Dry Fresco) ○ Technique: Painting on dried plaster surface ○ Application of pigments mixed with binders (egg, casein, glue) ○ Lesser durability compared to Buon Fresco ○ Historical usage in medieval & folk arts
Glaze & Distemper ○ Glazing techniques to create depth and luminosity ○ Distemper painting: pigments + chalk + glue binder ○ Application of distemper in wall decoration and murals
Wall Preparation & Plastering ○ Materials: lime, sand, water, straw (traditional mixes) ○ Preparation of wall surface for fresco application ○ Different coats: Arriccio (rough coat), Intonaco (smooth final coat)
Colours in Fresco ○ Use of earth pigments and natural colours ○ Behaviour of colours in wet vs. dry plaster ○ Permanence and fading of pigments Evaluation Methodology
Written test
Assignments

Course Objectives6 points

To understand the nature and behaviour of different art materials.
To study how materials react on different surfaces.
To encourage experimentation with materials for developing self-stylization.
To explore the unique usage and application of materials by artists.
To learn the handling of diverse materials for creative rendering of art imagery.
To develop awareness of aesthetic and expressive possibilities of materials. Desired outcome of the course

Course Outcomes (COs)5 outcomes

After completion of the course student will be able to:

CO1Students will be able to understand the concept of design. KL2
CO2Students will be able to identify and differentiate different types of designs and their purposes in everyday life. KL 3
CO3Students will be able to analyze the quality of lines, shapes, and forms and their behaviour in relation to one another KL4
CO4Students will be able to develop a sense of balance and rhythm through the application of design principles. KL 5
CO5Students will be able to create harmonized designs by integrating forms and intuitive observation. KL 6

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