Good writing requires inspiration and investigation. Explore the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art and make connections between the visual arts and the written word. Attempt to answer: What is art? How do contemporary artists address current events such as cancer, war, and political unrest? Let your writing be inspired by weekly activities that involve sketching, short stories, collages, portraits, and poetry exercises. Learn about contemporary artists such as graffiti artist Banksy and photographer Cindy Sherman. Gain confidence in your writing and learn to critique art through discussion, writing, reading, and hands-on projects.
Course Details:
3 Credits
CRN 10044
MW 12-1:20
107 JSMA
About the Instructor: Lisa Abia-Smith
I never take for granted the integral role art can play helping us see the world a little clearer and a little deeper. I am delighted to teach a First-Year Seminar where we can explore works of art as vehicles for improving writing and communication skills. Works of art on display at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art will serve as inspiration for us as we investigate the narrative stories of art. Over the past 16 years, I have worked in museums in San Francisco, Oakland, and Buffalo, New York and love the experience of interpreting works of art together with visitors of all ages.
