VA220 Painting I
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Visual Arts and Visual Communications Design
Meliha Teparić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course explores the process of painting an artwork and creative process from the beginning. Special attention is paid to the process of creating an artwork, techniques that are used in that process, and basic elements of composition, color, and other elements of painting technology. Essential part of this course is understanding of painting technology, and implementation of it in practical work. Throughout practical work students will be able to develop their artistic skills which include setting the composition, drawing, use of various painting materials, and also exhibition and museum visiting in order for better understanding and knowledge expanding.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Enstice, Wayne & Peters, Melody. Drawing - Space, Form and Expression, 3rd Edition, Pearson, 2003.
Additional Literature
Goldstein, Nathan. Design and Composition, Prentice Hall, 1989.Teaching Methods
Tutoring the whole process of work
Midterm work submission
Final exam
Debates
Individual assignments
Group assignments
Examples from personal work
And examples from the history of art.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to the course, policies and course material, preparations. | FAQ, Course manual |
| 2 | PROJECT 1: (still life - tone value painting) sketching and drawing a composition | Enstice&Peters, 146-167. Goldstein, 87-104. |
| 3 | PROJECT 1: (still life - tone value painting) painting | Enstice&Peters, 146-167. Goldstein, 87-104. |
| 4 | PROJECT 1: (still life - tone value painting) finalising the project | Enstice&Peters, 146-167. Goldstein, 87-104. |
| 5 | PROJECT 2: (copy of an old master painting) preparation and sketching | Examples from art history |
| 6 | PROJECT 2: (copy of an old master painting) painting | Examples from art history |
| 7 | PROJECT 2: (copy of an old master painting) finalising the project | Examples from art history |
| 8 | MIDTERM EXAM - works submission | |
| 9 | PROJECT 3: (still life - full color palette) - sketching and drawing a composition | Enstice&Peters, 217-230. Goldstein, 167-178. |
| 10 | PROJECT 3: (still life - full color palette) - painting | Enstice&Peters, 217-230. Goldstein, 167-178. |
| 11 | PROJECT 3: (still life - tonal painting) - finalising the project | Enstice&Peters, 217-230. Goldstein, 167-178. |
| 12 | PROJECT 4 - (landscape) sketching and drawing a composition | Examples from art history; Goldstein, 125-150. |
| 13 | PROJECT 4 - (landscape) painting | Examples from art history; Goldstein, 125-150. |
| 14 | PROJECT 4 - (landscape) finalising the project | Examples from art history; Goldstein, 125-150. |
| 15 | Submisssion of the works - in class discussion |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VA220.1 | Course | Tuesday 12:00 - 14:50 | A B.16 - VACD Drawing Studio | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 4
Midterm exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 4
Sketchbook
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Assignments
39 hours ⏳ (13 week × 3 h)
Studio and production work
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Midterm exam study
1 hours ⏳ (1 week × 1 h)
Homework
22 hours ⏳ (11 week × 2 h)
Final exam study
1 hours ⏳ (1 week × 1 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [VA220] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Oct 10, 2025 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| VA220 | Painting I | 0 | 3 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | Junior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Meliha Teparić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 9:00-12:00 Thursday: 10:00-12:00 |
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| mteparic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | dzvaljevac@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course explores the process of painting an artwork and creative process from the beginning. Special attention is paid to the process of creating an artwork, techniques that are used in that process, and basic elements of composition, color, and other elements of painting technology. Essential part of this course is understanding of painting technology, and implementation of it in practical work. Throughout practical work students will be able to develop their artistic skills which include setting the composition, drawing, use of various painting materials, and also exhibition and museum visiting in order for better understanding and knowledge expanding. |
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| Textbook | Enstice, Wayne & Peters, Melody. Drawing - Space, Form and Expression, 3rd Edition, Pearson, 2003. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Tutoring the whole process of work, midterm work submission, final exam, debates, individual assignments, group assignments, examples from personal work, and examples from the history of art. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to the course, policies and course material, preparations. | FAQ, Course manual | ||||||||
| Week 2 | PROJECT 1: (still life - tone value painting) sketching and drawing a composition | Enstice&Peters, 146-167. Goldstein, 87-104. | ||||||||
| Week 3 | PROJECT 1: (still life - tone value painting) painting | Enstice&Peters, 146-167. Goldstein, 87-104. | ||||||||
| Week 4 | PROJECT 1: (still life - tone value painting) finalising the project | Enstice&Peters, 146-167. Goldstein, 87-104. | ||||||||
| Week 5 | PROJECT 2: (copy of an old master painting) preparation and sketching | Examples from art history | ||||||||
| Week 6 | PROJECT 2: (copy of an old master painting) painting | Examples from art history | ||||||||
| Week 7 | PROJECT 2: (copy of an old master painting) finalising the project | Examples from art history | ||||||||
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAM - works submission | |||||||||
| Week 9 | PROJECT 3: (still life - full color palette) - sketching and drawing a composition | Enstice&Peters, 217-230. Goldstein, 167-178. | ||||||||
| Week 10 | PROJECT 3: (still life - full color palette) - painting | Enstice&Peters, 217-230. Goldstein, 167-178. | ||||||||
| Week 11 | PROJECT 3: (still life - tonal painting) - finalising the project | Enstice&Peters, 217-230. Goldstein, 167-178. | ||||||||
| Week 12 | PROJECT 4 - (landscape) sketching and drawing a composition | Examples from art history; Goldstein, 125-150. | ||||||||
| Week 13 | PROJECT 4 - (landscape) painting | Examples from art history; Goldstein, 125-150. | ||||||||
| Week 14 | PROJECT 4 - (landscape) finalising the project | Examples from art history; Goldstein, 125-150. | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Submisssion of the works - in class discussion | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm exam | 1 | 40 | 2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Sketchbook | 4 | 20 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Assignments | 3 | 13 | 39 | |||
| Studio and production work | 3 | 14 | 42 | Midterm exam study | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Homework | 2 | 11 | 22 | Final exam study | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 29/10/2025 | |||||||||