Art

Cosplay

Posted on November 10, 2016

Cosplay is the art/culture/act of dressing up in costumes, usually for a specific subcultural scene or event. Cosplay is a complex physical craft, involving lots of technical knowledge, as well as lots of creativity and vision.  We will build cosplay costumes and wear in them in multiple contexts.  We will also investigate cosplay as a Continue Reading »

Remix and Remediation: The Art of Form and Style

Posted on October 30, 2016

The primary goal of this course is to teach students the tools and vocabulary needed to critically engage with and write about cultural objects in our contemporary media age. The class will focus both on “big picture” questions relating to the ways in which new forms of media and technology may significantly alter fundamental aspects Continue Reading »