Appropriation in Art and Culture

Undergraduate

Authorship and appropriation in art and visual culture. Topics include the historical development of the notions of the artist, copyright and plagiarism, quotation, parody and intertextuality, the role of found objects, collage and montage, cultural appropriation and the significance of digital technologies. Historical and contemporary examples from a wide range of media. Course Format: Lectures, seminar, 3 hours per week. Restrictions: Students must have a minimum of 9.0 overall credits or permission of the Chair. Course Notes: Field trips may be required. Students are expected to pay their own expenses. This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term. Exclusions: Completion of this course will replace previous assigned grade and credit obtained in VISA 3P97 and STAC 3P97.