Foundations in Art, Design, and Spatial Practices (Spring 2019)

Source: https://act.mit.edu/academics/courses/foundations-in-art-design-and-spatial-practices-2/ Parent: https://act.mit.edu/academics/courses/

Instructor : Cherie Abbanat and Azra Akšamija

Lab Fee : $ 75

Credit : u: ci-m

Schedule : TR 9am-12pm

Location : e15-207

Open to undergraduate students only.

Develops an introductory foundation in artistic practice and its critical analysis, and develops artistic approaches and methods by drawing analogies to architectural thinking, urbanism, and design practice. Covers how to communicate ideas and experiences on different scales and through two-dimensional, three-dimensional, and time-based media in new genres. Uses artistic methods that engage the public realm through spatial, sculptural, performative, and process-oriented practices. Instruction components include video screenings, guest lectures, visiting artist presentations, and field trips. Instruction and practice in written and oral communication provided.

Students taking a production-based ACT class will be charged a $75 lab fee after the add date on a semester basis. The fee covers the cost of student production materials used as part of the class. SMACT graduate students are exempt from the lab fee.