Curating Art and Critical Writing

3.00 credits · Undergraduate

Prereq: ARTH/MUSE 2101 (or FINH 2101); ARTH/MUSE 2111 (or FINH 2111); 3 credits from ARTH, MUSE (or FINH) at the 3000 level; or permission of the Department This course develops a critical and creative approach to contemporary curating, museology, and writing on art. Topics include: a close examination of museums, galleries, and artist-run centres; the material cultures of display; collections; art writing. Students gain experience through curating art within a group dynamic. (Format: Seminar 3 Hours) (Exclusions: FINH 4091 Advanced Seminar: Curating Art and Critical Writing; FINH 4091 Advanced Seminar: Curating Art; FINH 4301)