AART3010

Writing and Art Theory

10 Units 3000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2005, 2004

Examines the range of approaches to contemporary writing in the visual arts. Although the scope of the material included will be wide, including popular media texts, the emphasis will be on developing creative, speculative and innovative approaches to writing art theory.

Objectives On successful completion of this course students will:

(1) acquire skills to critically analyse contemporary writing in the visual arts;

(2) develop an understanding of the interrelationships across research, writing and arts practice;

(3) refine and adapt writing and research skills toward developing innovative strategies.
Content The following topics will be developed:-

- Art criticism in the popular press

- Text as art

- The art catalogue

- Museums and art theory

- Writing art history

- Reading art theory

- Research for writing
Transition Since this is an existing course, transition arrangements do not apply
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge Equivalent to 20 units of 1000 level Art Theory courses and AART3000.
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments 70% Written project (3500 words) end of Semester.
Other: (please specify) 1. 30% Exhibition critique (1800 words) completed in week five.
Contact Hours Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for AART3010