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Carolyn J. Bodle
ART 131
Seattle Campus

Alternative Approaches to Art and Design

Presentation of process through which artists discover and translate ideas, feelings, and concerns into images or objects. Use of a wide variety of methods and approaches, from traditional to technological, to promote visual expression. Discussion and critiques leading toward better understanding the creative process.

Class description

An introduction to artistic practices and aesthetic dialogues in visual art at the intersections between new technologies and artistic tradition.  This course will encourage students to investigate the role of artists in today's society by reflecting on themes of identity, culture, and context as motivations for art making.  Students will engage in several research projects leading to a final studio project that will be complimented with discussions and lectures in class. Students from a broad range of backgrounds are encouraged to participate, no previous art experience is needed. Contact:cbodle@alum.mit.edu

Student learning goals

General method of instruction

Recommended preparation

Class will be composed of interdisciplinary students. Non-Art majors are encouraged to participate. No prerequisites.

Class assignments and grading

Project and report based.


The information above is intended to be helpful in choosing courses. Because the instructor may further develop his/her plans for this course, its characteristics are subject to change without notice. In most cases, the official course syllabus will be distributed on the first day of class.
Last Update by Carolyn J. Bodle
Date: 05/28/2008