ART 227 - Intro to Art & Social Practices

Institution:

Portland State University

Subject:

Art

Description:

Introduces an interdisciplinary approach to understanding and producing post-studio/social practice art projects. With an emphasis on critical thinking and analysis, the course investigates the history and application of social practice, post-studio, relational aesthetics, community based art, and non-traditional forms of documentary approaches to art making. The class is not media specific. Students will be encouraged to use a wide range of media and approaches in responding to various class assignments. Exploration of the PSU and Portland community will be an essential part of the class. The students will create work that responds to the dynamics of social spaces and public environments. Maximum 4 credits. Open to non-majors with instructor's consent or departmental approval.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pdx.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 725-3511

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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