The first MOOC dedicated to artistic creation in public space. From the 9th September 2019, Create in public space is taking you for a 4 weeks journey, each linked to a specific theme.
WEEK 1 - Introduction to aesthetics, history and institutions
The first week provides an overview of artistic creation in public space by combining historical, conceptual aesthetic and professional approaches. It provides answers to the following questions:
• How did art in public space start?
• What does public space mean?
• What formats, aesthetics and trends embody these forms of art? • In what kinds of professional sectors can they be found?
WEEK 2 - Specific dramaturgical issues
The second week focuses on writing and dramaturgy for public spaces. Several questions are covered: • What is dramaturgy?
• Is there specific dramaturgical writing for public spaces?
• How do artists use public spaces in their writing?
• What types of artistic intentions are presented in unconventional spaces?
WEEK 3 - Location scouting and in situ writing methodology
The third week focuses on scenography in public space and provides a specific scouting method for these projects:
• What are the interactions between works and places?
• How and in what way can the scenography interact with the space? • What is site-visit and how should it be carried out?
WEEK 4- Understanding issues related to the relationship with the audience
Finally, the fourth week explores the place of audiences in public art works. What characteristics structure the relationship with audiences in public art projects?
• What specific design and staging processes do artists use to manage the place of the spectator in their artistic creations?
• How do artists handle audience participation?
All these lessons will be illustrated through numerous examples and analyses of artistic works, with over 100 works cited, providing a real journey into contemporary European artistic creation! Reference files will allow anyone wanting to continue the experience to read further articles and refe- rence materials, or watch additional videos. Create in Public Space can be approached at many levels and is designed as a reference resource on artistic creation in public spaces.
