** THIS CLASS IS ALSO AVAILABLE AS AN ONLINE OPTION **
Contemporary art is often fueled by social issues and a greater societal background. Through this course we will work to unpack and discuss the origins of contemporary art from the 1960s, looking into movements such as Gutai and Abstract Expressionism.
As we look back at how artists responded to the crisis that was World War II, we will move forward through the 21st century, discussing how emerging technologies and current events shape the way artists respond to social problems.
Instructor:Jennifer Gagliardi
Bio: Jennifer is an academic focusing on film/media studies along with the way art is displayed and interacted with in the museum space. She worked in film studies for her BA and then moved into Art History and Criticism, graduating with her MA form Stony Brook University in 2017. Jennifer also completed a Cultural Studies Certificate with the university, which helped further inform her work. For her MA thesis, Jennifer considered interactive spectatorship in media studies, emphasizing the intersection of video art and photography. She currently teaches courses at Pratt Institute and St. Joseph's College, while also working as assistant gallerist at Julia Martin Gallery. Throughout her teaching and guide experience, Jennifer works to emphasize practices of looking, leading viewers through an interactive experience.
** Classes are transferrable, but not refundable. Only transferable up to 48 hours before class. **