1.Key painting problems:
a.The painterly study of the human figure, taking into account anatomical structure, correct proportions, and rendering the character and likeness of the model;
b. painterly study of the interior, taking into account the role of rendering space in the picture, and the correct b. painterly study of the interior, taking into account the role of rendering space in the painting, and correct representation and projection of solids in convergent perspective
c. painterly study of still life, the subject and the importance of rendering proportions, textures and color in still nature
d. the painterly study of landscape and the importance of rendering light, aerial perspective, and atmosphere
e. the importance of choosing a subject and constructing a proper and convincing conception of the picture
f. the issue of choosing adequate means of expression in painting
g. the importance and power of color, correct perception of color saturation and temperature, building contrasts reflection of local color.
h. proper building of value and temperature relations, setting of value (brightness of a color) and the issue of chiaroscuro in a painting
i. manner of developing modeling in painting
j. construction of space in a painting
k. arrangement of composition, play of optical illusions
i. the process of building a picture in thematic (content) and visual (form) contexts
2. Knows at least three of the readings listed in the course bibliography. Can analyze theoretical knowledge which contribute to his/her progress in work on painting.
3. The importance of originality of an artistic attitude. Understands the importance of the creative process leading to the achievement of an honest, authentic, own painting expression.

1. Use their knowledge and artistic talent and sensitivity in making painting sketches, medium and large format paintings of high quality.
2. Apply their knowledge in the execution of a painting study from a model in studio settings and tasks set in the studio and their own painting work.
3. Consciously apply knowledge of means of expression, color shaping and expression in creating original, high quality paintings.
4. Can independently produce a painting work for which he/she is fully responsible in aesthetic, ethical, social and legal terms.
5. Has a good grasp of painting skills in oil, acrylic and tempera painting and can produce technologically correct paintings.
6. Develop and verbally present an analysis of a painting in thematic (content) and visual (form) contexts.

1. Critically formulate and express their own judgments about painting, directions in painting. Formulate and express opinions about their own paintings, defend their artistic claims, use argumentation.

2. Discuss constructively in a studio, in a group of friends, analyse the final exhibition, express opinions on painting while being tolerant of other students' attitudes and sensitivities.