The impact of architecture on the creation of paintings: a case study of Makerere University industrial art studio spaces.

Abstract

Since throughout history, man kind has been using different pigments, paints and media to paint on rocks, walls, paper, easel and more so as to communicate something. Overtime, the concept of painting evolved from just a means of expressing themselves, to a commercial venture and career where painters inspire other artists to create captivating and memorable art so as to connect and impress the world. Painting has provided a reliable source of income for multiple artists world wide and locally. The purpose of this research is to help other researchers and architects design an environment that will help in the painting practice of different artists. Since it has been established that painting contributes to the economic lifestyles of different individuals and also promotes cultural and tourism sectors, this research paper poses the question as to whether Makerere University Industrial and Fine Arts school, the oldest art school in Uganda and sub Saharan Africa, is well equipped to help young artists develop and improve their craft in its design and resources. The research paper will talk about the painting process for realism paintings, as this is what it is focused on. It will go on to catch similar activities from the different artists, so as to know what activities to plan for. It will then go on to mention the requirements from different authors and artists as well as architects for executing these activities well enough. These requirements will be architectural requirements such as lighting, ventilation, anthropometrics and more. The paper will then investigate the contents of the school and how they measure up to the parameters set earlier. This will help us know how equipped the school is as well as what is missing and what can be improved, added or removed. The paper will continue to discuss the findings on the site and the research material recorded earlier on. This is when we shall get to know what needs to be done moving forward, including mentioning recommendations and so on.