Wangechi Mutu – The End of Eating Everything (2013)
This course is designed to establish a focused approach in preparation for independent studio research and production. The semester will include technical exercises, readings, field trips, three medium-specific assignments, and a group symposium based on the studentsโ own research in close consultation with the instructor. Works produced in class will be documented and archived by students on the course blog throughout the term with images and textual descriptions.
Readings and illustrated lectures will provide a historical and current base for assignments while initiating class discussion. This structure aims to maintain a balance between form and concept, and provide participants with the tools and critical awareness for a rigorous exploration of their own work.
Our class dynamic is of primary importance, and participation in the studio community is essential to develop a critical and supportive atmosphere. This practice should extend to the larger art community, as students begin to participate within a broader context.
EVALUATION
- Live Art Ritual (20%)
- Sound Object (20%)
- Speculative Video (20%)
- Symposium Presentation (20%)
- In-Class Participation (20%)
Assignments will be graded on conceptual rigour, ambition, originality, and technical execution. This means a successful demonstration of intent, appropriate use and control of materials in terms of intent, and consideration of presentation and format. Assignments are to be completed on time and documented on the course blog. A late deduction of 5% per day applies to late assignments. Assignments more than 10 days late will not be accepted.
Instructor Contact: marnol04@uoguelph.ca
Office Hour: 1-2pm on Wednesdays – ALEX 369