Archived Versions

Introduction to the Visual Arts

As taught in: Spring 2007

Photograph of a student puppet show.

Students performing in a puppet show, the final project for this course. (Image courtesy of Prof. Joe Zane.)

Instructors:

Prof. Joe Zane

MIT Course Number:

4.301

Level:

Undergraduate

Course Features

Course Description

This class will introduce students to a variety of contemporary art practices and ideas. The class will begin with a brief overview of 'visual language' by looking at a variety of artworks and discussing basic concepts revolving around artistic practice. The rest of the class will focus on notions of the real/unreal as explored with various mediums and practices. The class will work in video, sculpture and in public space.