Foundations in Art, Design and Spatial Practices (Spring 2020)

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

Instructor : Marisa Morán Jahn & Cherie Abbana

Units : u 3-3-6

Lab Fee : $ 75

Credit : hass-a

Schedule : TTh 9am-12pm

Location : e15-283a

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.

Limited to 18; preference to Course 4 majors and minors.

Open to undergraduate students only.

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