Course Code: VADA 206
Academic Year: 2025-2026
In this course, contemporary painting moves beyond observed reality, and into the realm of the unobserved. In non-objective painting, the arrangement of shapes on the picture plane acts as an entry into abstraction; which may convey emotions, dreams and / or the unconscious. Through visual examples of past artworks and practical application, students will be introduced to some of the streams of non-objective painting topics and current methodologies such as abstract expressionism, minimalism and collage. Moving beyond representation and illusion, students strive to enhance the flatness of the canvas through texture and transparencies. To ensure attainment of a personal voice with painting, students will be encouraged to explore critiques and experimentation with materials and methods through in-class study and independent assignments.