TECH 160 - Digital Art and Public Space: Performance and Transmission

Semester Offered: Second Semester
Credits (Range): 3
The public sphere is always changing, and with the introduction of digital/electronic dynamics to the world of art-making, public space has changed dramatically. Artists are constantly defining and questioning the dynamics of this space, from the internet down to the sidewalk. In this course we will examine theory about what “public space” is, and how, as artists, we alter the meanings of “public” and “private.”

The spring semester will explore Performance and Transmission. We will explore performance as a means of examining and questioning the public sphere. We will also look at modes of transmission, (especially radio, file-sharing, and podcasting), to explore the ever-evolving world of distributed artwork and sound.

Culminating performance and transmission pieces will count towards the student’s grade in this class, along with weekly readings and listening/viewings.

(Students from all majors welcome, no prior experience necessary, although prior video editing experience is suggested.)
Instructor: J. Christensen
Prerequisites & Notes
Consent of instructor required.
Enrollment Limit: 18