Studio Practice

Language of instruction: Hungarian, some professors offer consultation in English/German
Course requirements: Practical and theoretical elaboration of painting problems which arise during the work process, evaluation and further development of the resulting solutions. In addition to a general familiarity with art history and art theory, a thorough knowledge of the Hungarian and international artists whose works can be seen to parallel those of the student.
Method of evaluation of course work: presentation of the works and evaluation of the answers provided for the questions posed during consultation.
Marking method: assessment of the interest in and comprehension of the painting studies conducted by the professor and evaluation of the completed exercises. Marks given: 1-5
Exam requirements: same as those of the end-of-semester/year testing requirements.
Teaching methods: group work, individual correction, observation exercises with creative participation, individual exercise variations, group analysis of exercise solutions, theoretical-historical lectures.
Recommended study methods: active participation in group and individual consultations, immediate thinking over and use of new information. With the help of these, the formulation of a unique and personal painting idiom.
Number of assignments the student is required to complete through individual work: 10-15
Type of assignments the student is required to complete through individual work:
Searching for subjects that suits individual interest and the tools that are useful in implementing them, recording the experiences that are gathered during the searching process, producing individual painting work with the help of materials provided during consultations.
Role of the course within the specialist training scheme: see course requirements
Course description, major areas of study (per semester):
In this course, students gain insight into the local and international art scene. They familiarise themselves with the fundamental theoretical and practical problems, and produce works. During their studies, students develop a working relationship with their professor. Following the first-year remedial course, students are free to choose the professor they wish to work with, in view of the particular artistic programs carried on in the given classes. In a series of consultations, the professors give individual assignments, which help students develop their own visual idiom. The professor who leads the class gives new assignments based on the individual student?s interests, performance and previous works. The final year is devoted to the preparation of the diploma work and the thesis.