ARMGT 316 - Public Art

This is an intensive course providing an opportunity for students to learn about contemporary and culturally relevant approaches to public art in the urban environment. Students are instructed in practical methodologies and will learn about regulatory, budgetary, legal, maintenance, conservation, and community considerations informing this area of practice. Classes will explore case studies and best practices with regards to policy, planning, artist and site selection, collaboration, contracting, fabrication and installation. Lessons are conducted in classroom, workshops with practitioners, and field trips to see permanent and temporary artworks in situ.
Units: 2
Course Type: Seminar