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| Code | STA1813 |
| Name | Innovative Approaches in Contemporary Ceramic Art 1 |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | . Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 6 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Leman KALAY |
Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to introduce students to the core principles of minimalism and installation art within the context of contemporary ceramic art. It also aims to deepen understanding of how minimalism can influence and streamline the creative process in ceramics, emphasizing the importance of form, space, and simplicity. Students will explore various installation art techniques that integrate ceramic elements with environmental and spatial considerations to create immersive experiences. Through lectures, hands-on workshops, and project-based learning, the course will equip students with the skills necessary to design and execute their own minimalist and installation art projects in ceramics, fostering a comprehensive understanding of these influential contemporary art movements
Course Content
This course delves into the fundamentals of minimalism and installation art within contemporary ceramic art. The course will explore how minimalism reflects in ceramics, focusing on simplicity and spatial usage in ceramic art. Students will learn how to integrate minimalist approaches into their design processes and discover the basics of installation art, including how to create large-scale art structures with ceramic materials. Theoretical knowledge will be supplemented with practical workshop sessions, allowing students to design and execute their own minimalist and installation projects. Additionally, the course will feature examples from contemporary ceramic artists, providing inspiration from their approaches.
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Kalay, L. (2013). Minimalist Installations in Ceramic Art PhD Thesis. Ankara: Hacettepe University. Krauss, Rosalind E. (1985). The Originality of the Avant-Garde and Other Modernist Myths, London: The MIT Press Cambridge. Meyer, J. (2000). Minimalism. London; Phaidon Press Limited. Oliveira, N. D. Petry, M. Oxley, N. (1994). Installation Art. London; Thames&Hudson. Waal, E. D. (2003). 20th Century Ceramics. London: Thames&Hudson.
Notes
Articles, Journals, Thesis, Videos, etc.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Developing an Understanding of Minimalist Art: • Students will comprehend the fundamental principles of minimalist art and its applications in ceramic art. |
| LO02 | Expertise in Ceramic Installations: • Students will learn to design and implement ceramic installations, enhancing their spatial thinking and material usage skills. |
| LO03 | Critical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving: • Students will critically assess minimalist and installation works and improve their ability to develop creative projects. |
| LO04 | Study of Contemporary Artists and Approaches: • Students will examine the works of contemporary ceramic artists and draw inspiration from their techniques. |
| LO05 | Project-Based Application and Presentation Skills: • Students will develop individual projects and acquire the skills to present them professionally. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | To have current technical and technological knowledge about the field. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Understands different art movements and design approaches in relation to the opportunities and thought systems that stand out in their historical periods. | 5 |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Understands the phenomenon of art and design at a level to evaluate it in cultural, sociological, political, philosophical and economic contexts. | 4 |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Understands the relations of today's knowledge areas with each other in a way to use them in the field of expertise, perceives interdisciplinary interaction in a way that transforms them into creative activities. | |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | She/he uses different experiences related to her field in her creative applications. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Develops creative and innovative methods in the process of creating original artwork and product design. Researches and applies different materials, techniques and forms of expression, evaluates and documents the results. | 5 |
| PLO07 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Creates content for original art works, organizes their exhibition, evaluates the results, Develops projects jointly with artists, designers and scientists from different disciplines. | |
| PLO08 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | It produces works that are worth exhibiting / presenting in national and international competitions and organizations, It plans multi-group works by transforming the transitive relations between different disciplines into contemporary presentation and expression forms. | |
| PLO09 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Today's art; In line with its multilingual and multi-media orientation, it interacts with its fields of expertise and creates creative teams. | |
| PLO10 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Determines the problems related to the field, applies and interprets scientific research methods and principles. | |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Takes responsibility individually and as a team member in solving problems related to her/his field, develops new ideas and methods. | |
| PLO12 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Uses the knowledge of her/his area of expertise to serve society and humanity on the basis of universal and national needs. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Shares art-specific thoughts and design suggestions using written, verbal and visual data. | |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | She/he exhibits, explains and promotes her works in traditional and digital media. | 4 |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | She/he organizes academic meetings related to her field of expertise, participates in discussions, defends her ideas and projects. | |
| PLO16 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | She/he has a level of foreign language knowledge to follow up-to-date information and communicate with her colleagues in her area of expertise. | |
| PLO17 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Uses scientific and artistic research methods and conducts original research in the fields of art and/or design. | 5 |
| PLO18 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Recognizes the main reference sources of art and the field of expertise, uses literature knowledge, pedagogical methods and techniques of the field, teaching, supervision and evaluation skills effectively. | |
| PLO19 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows the importance of cultural heritage and the need to protect productions and techniques specific to this heritage, guides them to be produced and interpreted in current conditions. | |
| PLO20 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | It becomes aware of the universal, social and environmental effects of its design and applications, and contributes to sustainable development, innovation and entrepreneurship. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction. Introduction to the course and overall expectations. Overview of contemporary ceramic art movements and key concepts | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 2 | Art of Minimalism. Definition and history of minimalism. Characteristics and applications of minimalism in ceramic art | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 3 | Minimalist Ceramic Designs. Analysis of minimalist ceramic works. Techniques for incorporating minimalism into design processes | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 4 | Introduction to Installation Art. Definition and evolution of installation art. Importance of installation in ceramic art | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 5 | Ceramic Installations. Examination of example ceramic installation projects. Developing ideas for personal ceramic installations | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım |
| 6 | Design and Planning for Installations. Creating conceptual frameworks for installation projects. Integrating materials and space in design processes | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Anlatım, Tartışma |
| 7 | Practical Installation Workshop. Working on personal installation projects. Implementing design into practice | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Presentation of the projects | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Proje / Tasarım |
| 9 | Contemporary Artists and Ceramics. Roles and contributions of contemporary artists in ceramic art. Impact of contemporary approaches on ceramic designs | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 10 | Advanced Techniques in Minimalism and Installation Art. Advanced design and implementation techniques. Examining complex and multi-layered installations | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 11 | Artistic Expression and Meaning. Creating meaning through ceramic installations. Engaging and communicating with audiences | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 12 | Critical Thinking and Art Criticism. Developing critical thinking skills. Critiquing minimalist and installation works | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Grup Çalışması |
| 13 | Project Development. Intensive work on individual projects. Conceptual and technical development | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Tartışma, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Grup Çalışması |
| 14 | Project Revision and Development. Review and feedback from teachers and peers. Suggestions for revisions and improvements | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Tartışma, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Grup Çalışması, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 15 | Project Completion. Final work on project presentations. Finishing techniques and preparations | For each lesson, it is essential to be well-prepared in order to enhance the learning experience and participation. Reviewing the assigned readings and materials in advance is recommended. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Beyin Fırtınası |
| 16 | Term Exams | Presentation of the projects | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Performans Değerlendirmesi |
| 17 | Term Exams | Presentation of the projects | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Performans Değerlendirmesi |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 5 | 70 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 2 | 8 | 16 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 16 | 16 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 138 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 5,52 | ||
| ECTS | 6 ECTS | ||