Contemporary Art Practices
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Contemporary Art
Overview of the course and contemporary art practices

Module #2
Defining Contemporary Art
Exploring the meaning and scope of contemporary art

Module #3
Art Movements Since 1945
Survey of key art movements from Abstract Expressionism to Postmodernism

Module #4
The Rise of Conceptual Art
Investigating the conceptual turn in art and its implications

Module #5
Minimalism and Site-Specific Art
Examining the role of minimalism and site-specificity in contemporary art

Module #6
Feminist Art and the Body
Exploring feminist art practices and the representation of the body

Module #7
Performance Art and the Artists Body
Investigating performance art and the use of the artists body as medium

Module #8
Photography and the Digital Turn
Discussing the impact of digital technology on photography and contemporary art

Module #9
Installation and Immersive Art
Examining the rise of installation and immersive art practices

Module #10
New Media and the Digital Arts
Surveying new media art practices, including digital art, video art, and virtual reality

Module #11
Globalization and Contemporary Art
Exploring the impact of globalization on contemporary art practices and the art market

Module #12
Curating Contemporary Art
Examining the role of curators and exhibition practices in contemporary art

Module #13
Art and Activism
Investigating the intersection of art and activism, including environmentalism and social justice

Module #14
The Artist as Activist
Case studies of artists using their practice to effect social change

Module #15
Contemporary Sculpture and Objecthood
Examining contemporary sculpture practices and the concept of objecthood

Module #16
Painting in the 21st Century
Surveying contemporary painting practices and their continued relevance

Module #17
Printmaking and Multiples
Exploring contemporary printmaking and multiples practices

Module #18
Sound Art and Music
Investigating the intersection of sound art, music, and contemporary art practices

Module #19
Moving Image and Video Art
Examining the rise of moving image and video art practices

Module #20
Digital Painting and Animation
Surveying digital painting and animation practices in contemporary art

Module #21
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
Exploring the use of VR and AR in contemporary art practices

Module #22
Art and Technology
Investigating the intersection of art, technology, and science

Module #23
Contemporary Art and Identity
Examining contemporary art practices that explore identity, race, and ethnicity

Module #24
The Art Market and Contemporary Art
Analyzing the art market and its impact on contemporary art practices

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Contemporary Art Practices career

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