Modern Art Theory through Practice Short Course
Course description
Course overview
Our Modern Art Theory through Practice Short Course is designed to provide a particular line of inquiry for anyone interested in contemporary art through combining critical theory, practice and a day visiting galleries.
You will get a view of the London art world, visiting some of London's art galleries and museums, as well as less well-known and alternative art spaces, framed around a set of references that begin to ask questions about what art is and what it is for.
The course structure will consist of a series of short introductory lectures on Modern and Contemporary ideas, followed by practical workshops in response to issues raised. Through this process you will create a research journal both in class and in response to your experience of exhibition visits. This journal can become an integral part of your portfolio demonstrating your understanding of the art world and contemporary art theory. It will also demonstrate where you have found inspiration, the development of your ideas and how your work relates to that of existing artists.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for prospective art students or anyone interested in art.
This is a Summer School only short course running only once a year. We encourage early bookings to secure your place.
Key information
Topics covered
- Identity politics
- Surrealism
- Conceptualism
- The performative
Learning outcomes
- Have produced works that can be added to a portfolio of work
- Have learnt different strategies on how to think about what art can be
- Digital badge and certificate of attendance
Materials
- A2 Sketchbook
- A magazine of photographs that represents an interest of yours.
- A selection of pens and pencils
- Coloured pencils or crayons or felt-tips (whatever you enjoy using)
- Cheap set of water-based paints and brushes
- Pencil sharpener
- Pritt stick
- Scissors (small paper scissors)
- Travel/Oyster Card
- A digital camera/smart phone for recording / research
- A good pair of comfortable shoes as there will be plenty of visits and walking involved
Tutor
Richard Ducker
Richard Ducker is a practising artist and curator. He studied Fine Art at Reading University and Goldsmiths. After leaving Goldsmiths, he opened the Fieldgate Gallery http://fieldgategallery.com/fieldgateabout.html in 2006 and continues to curate under this name. Richard teaches short courses in curating at Central Saint Martins and has taught cultural theory at Cass School of Art in London.
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