Abstraction Practices In Contemporary Art II

Mode of Delivery

Face to Face

Prerequisites and Co-Requisites

None

Recommended Optional Programme Components

-

Course Contents

In this course, which is the continuation of Abstraction Practices in Contemporary Art I, the relationship between abstract art and current philosophical and sociological issues will be tried to be understood. In line with the information obtained, how to propose a personal abstract art work will be supported by presentation and article studies.

Weekly Schedule

1) Evaluation of abstract art through current philosophical and sociological issues.
2) Contemporary philosophers associated with the idea of abstract art.
3) Jean Baudrillard and abstract photoghraphy.
4) Investigation by selecting a contemporary artist sample in line with the philosophy of abstract art.
5) Investigation by selecting a contemporary artist sample in line with the philosophy of abstract art.
6) Presentation of researched topics.
7) Presentation of researched topics.
8) Midterm Exam
9) Preparing a personal artwork proposal with the understanding of Abstract Art.
10) Discussions on the conceptual background of personal artwork proposals.
11) Identifying and investigating a contemporary example that is similar to the first examples of Abstract Art.
12) Preparing an article proposal in the context of the selected topic.
13) Evaluation of article studies.
14) Evaluation of article studies.
15) Evaluation and submission of manuscript studies.
16) Final Exam

Recommended or Required Reading

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

1) Lecture
2) Question-Answer
3) Question-Answer
4) Question-Answer
5) Discussion
6) Discussion
7) Discussion
8) Self Study

Assessment Methods and Criteria

Contribution of Midterm Examination to Course Grade	50%
Contribution of Final Examination to Course Grade	50%
Total	100%

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Work Placement(s)

Not Required