ART 3500 - Experimental Studies

Credits: 3

This upper-division course examines experimental studies of 21st century skills and concepts. Students explore definitions and applications of contemporary sensibilities. The merging of existing art forms into innovative and experimental approaches, including the utilization of new technologies, also blends into considerations of site and audience in this multi-dimensional course. Upon successful completion of this course, the student’s project exhibits awareness of current art practices, as well as increased art literacy and understanding of the role of technology and experimentation in contemporary art.

Prerequisites: Completion of 60+ credits

Course Learning Outcomes:

Students will learn to investigate and explore definitions and applications of contemporary sensibilities.
Students will learn to emphasis place on the merging of existing art forms.
Students will explore innovative and experimental approaches while maintaining a consideration for site and audience.
Students will learn to use non-traditional media to execute a fully developed plan for an innovative, experimental artwork/event.