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ARTS 397

ARTS 397: Concept Lab I

Credit Hours: (3)

Instructional Method: One hour of lecture; Three and a half hours of lab.

This course introduces students to various aspects of art making with a focus on conceptual development. Students will explore practical issues relevant to the making of art within contemporary art and society. Various art making methods and theoretical models will be explored through prompt-based projects and class discussions and presentations.

Note(s): Applied Learning designated course.  It is suggested students take ARTS 301 and ARTS 397 concurrently. 

 

Detailed Description of Course Content

This course introduces students to various aspects of art making with a focus on conceptual development. Students will explore practical issues relevant to the making of art within contemporary art and society. Various art making methods and theoretical models will be explored through prompt-based projects and class discussions and presentations.

 

Detailed Description of Conduct of Course

Discussions, lecture, creative assignments.

 

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of art, art historical, and the theoretical underpinnings of contemporary art making;
  2. Discuss, synthesize and evaluate the art making process through the lens of various theoretical models;
  3. Investigate complex ideas in visual form;
  4. Facilitate the exchange of ideas through discussions, critiques and written responses.

 

Assessment Measures

  1. Prompt-based exercises (in-class) 50%
  2. Assignments (out-of-class) 30%
  3. Participation (discussions, critiques, portfolio reviews) 20%

 

Other Course Information

Readings selected from art journals, articles, and other sites for art criticism. 

 

Review and Approval

March, 2022

February 28, 2024

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