ART HISTORY, THEORY
Art History: Minimalism to End of Century 1965-2000 (AHIS 215)
Starting with the 1960’s push towards ‘Minimalism’, this course follows the trends and ideas in art throughout the last part of the twentieth century. Students trace the legacies of modern art in the fractious beginnings of Conceptual and Performance art, the death and rebirth of painting and the developing importance of photography and video, with an emphasis on the relationship between idea, process and subject matter. Classes are based on slide lectures and documents such as artists' journals and manifestos, as well as contemporary politics and criticism. Lively class discussion and informative readings make course content engaging and relevant. There is no prerequisite for this course. Textbook: Artists, Critics, Context: Readings in and around American Art Since 1945 by Paul F. Fabozzi.
Thursdays 2pm - 5pm, Jan 10 - Apr 4, 2013
Danielle Hogan
Tuition: $395.00 (36 hrs)
Art History: Dada to Pop 1915-1956 (AHIS 216)
Using the Dada movement as a point of departure, this course follows Western visual art from early 20th century to mid-century and the 1960’s Pop Art Movement. Students become familiarized with leading movements such as Surrealism, New Objectivity, Abstract Expressionism and Neo-Dada. Classes are based on slide lectures and documents such as artists' journals and manifestos and contemporary literature and music, this course investigates ideas, materials and biography as well as social and political context. Classes are based on slide lectures, with lively class discussion and readings that help to make our subject matter accessible and fun. There is no prerequisite for this course. Textbook: Theories of Modern Art, ed. Herschel Chipp, with Peter Selz and Joshua C. Taylor (Berkeley and California: University of California Press, 1968).
Thursdays 2pm - 5pm, Sep 13 - Dec 6, 2012
Danielle Hogan
Tuition: $395.00 (36 hrs)
Critical Studies I (ATHR 100)
This course introduces students to approaches and methodologies of visual literacy as they pertain to contemporary art Focus is on studying a range of artworks through slide lectures, field trips, readings and discussion. Students develop the tools to analyze art works in aesthetic terms as well as understand the importance of social and historical context. Textbook: Criticizing Art: Understanding the Contemporary by Terry Barrett (1999 or later). Available secondhand on-line at amazon.ca for $20-$50.
Tuesdays 2pm - 5pm, Sep 11 - Dec 4, 2012
Wendy Welch
Tuition: $395.00 (36 hrs)
Critical Studies II (ATHR 200)
In the second part of this course, students engage in a more conceptual and philosophical discourse surrounding visual culture, in particular, how it pertains to contemporary art. Slide lectures, readings, field trips and discussions introduce students to a more thorough understanding of the art world and the economic and social forces that shape visual art today. While looking at art is a fundamental part of this course, students are also challenged to develop a broader understanding of the way contemporary artwork relates to language, history and politics. Textbook: Artists, Critics, Context: Readings in and around American Art Since 1945 by Paul F. Fabozzi. Prerequisite: Critical Studies I or permission of the Director.
Tuesdays 2pm - 5pm, Jan 08 - Apr 2, 2013
Wendy Welch
Tuition: $395.00 (36 hrs)
Professional Development I (SEMR 203)
Learn the basics of preparing professional artist materials such as a CV, an artist statement and photo documented artwork. The course also covers the different types of exhibition venues including non-profit, commercial and public galleries; community centers and cafés; and other activities such as writing of grants, preparing a budget, organizing a website, keeping a record of works sold and many other details involved in being an artist. Textbook: The Artist’s Guide: How to Make a Living Doing What You Love (available on amazon.ca)
Wednesdays 6:30pm - 9:30pm, Jan 09 - Apr 3, 2013
Wendy Welch
Tuition: $395.00 (36 hrs)
Contemporary Art Discussions I (SEMR 230)
This seminar is designed as a follow-up to Critical Studies I & II. The course focuses on recurrent themes in contemporary art and how artists working today use a range of media and methodology to execute their ideas. Possible themes for discussion include: narrative, identity, the body, science, nature, ecology, geography, urbanism, popular culture, technology, humour, nostalgia, politics and language. Formal concerns of contemporary artists such as composition & format, materials & process and/or surface & structure are also part of the on-going dialogue. Genres of work discussed include drawing, painting, sculpture, installation, photography, video, performance, sound, relational aesthetics and social practice. Course is comprised of weekly readings and discussion topics supplemented by audiovisual presentations. Course also includes gallery field trip and guest artist visit. This course is an excellent introduction to contemporary art practice and would be of interest and benefit for anybody who goes to art galleries or museums and would like to know more about the work on exhibit. The course is also ideal for artists who are looking for a way to understand how their practice fits into a contemporary context. Recommended prerequisite: Critical Studies I and II but this is not a requirement.
Wednesdays 2pm - 5pm, Sep 12 - Dec 5, 2012
Wendy Welch
Tuition: $395.00 (36 hrs)
Contemporary Art Discussions II (SEMR 240)
While structured as a follow-up to Contemporary Art Discussions I, it is not necessary to take these courses sequentially. This course continues the focus on recurrent themes in contemporary art from Contemporary Art Discussions I and how artists working today use a range of media and methodology to execute their ideas. Possible themes for discussion include narrative, identity, the body, science, nature, ecology, geography, urbanism, popular culture, technology, humour, nostalgia, politics and language. Formal concerns of contemporary artists such as composition & format, materials & process and/or surface & structure are also part of the on-going dialogue. Genres of work discussed include drawing, painting, sculpture, installation, photography, video, performance, sound, relational aesthetics and social practice. Course is comprised of weekly readings and discussion topics supplemented by audiovisual presentations. Course also includes gallery field trip and guest artist visit. This course is an excellent introduction to contemporary art practice and would be of interest and benefit for anybody who goes to art galleries or museums and would like to know more about the work on exhibit. The course is also ideal for artists who are looking for a way to understand how their practice fits into a contemporary context. Recommended prerequisite: Critical Studies I and II but this is not a requirement.
Wednesdays 2pm - 5pm, Jan 09 - Apr 3, 2013
Wendy Welch
Tuition: $395.00 (36 hrs)
