1. Contextual and Critical Studies Stage 2 Mini-Programmes 07/08

2. The Critical and Contextual Studies mini- programmes aim to encourage discussion of contemporary practice and theory with a view to situating that discussion in a wider cultural and historical framework, and enabling you to make links with your studio practice. Contextual and Critical Studies Stage 2 Mini-Programmes 07/08

3. Stage 2 only Mini-Prog = 3 weeks (3 lectures/3 seminars) Choice of 2 mini-programmes Students choose 1 programme for assessment Should attend lectures for both mini-programmes Contextual and Critical Studies Stage 2 Mini-Programmes 07/08

4. Alexandra M Kokoli Andrea Peach Contextual and Critical Studies Stage 2 - Staff Team

5. Alexandra M Kokoli a.m.kokoli@rgu.ac.uk Rethinking the Subject: Feminism and Creative Practicea.m.kokoli@rgu.ac.uk 2007: Revival of feminism in art and design This course will examine a wide range of feminist creative practice (from Louise Bourgeois to Tracey Emin), art and design history and theory, and key debates around gender, sexuality, and representation, with special emphasis on contributions informed by psychoanalysis and post-structuralism. Not about ‘women artists’ nor simply ‘feminist art’ – BUT Influence on contemporary creative practice – e.g. Emphasis on the body, gender, and sexuality Interface (& collaboration) between theory and practice Mutual implication of ‘high art’ and popular visual and material culture Questioning the division between art and craft Interface between art and politics

6. A Sense of Place Andrea Peach This programme will look at the idea of ‘place’ in both a cultural and philosophical context. It will investigate how we construct relationships with places, both real and imaginary, and the importance of place in locating our identity. We will look at the influence of land, nature and cultural geography on creative practice, as well as the idea of ‘non-places’ in our increasingly global society. We will draw on a wide range of disciplines and discourses to consider the meaning of place. Case studies will be taken from art, architecture, design and literature.

7. Mini-Programmes Semester 2

8. Lecture: Monday February 11 1.00 in SB42 Scott Sutherland Seminars: Tuesday February 12 9.30-1pm in SA27 Scott Sutherland (see CCS noticeboard for seminar groups) Mini-Programme 1 Alexandra M Kokoli

9. Lecture: Monday March 3 1.00 in SB42 Scott Sutherland Seminars: Tuesday March 11 9.30-1pm in SA27 Scott Sutherland (see CCS noticeboard for seminar groups) Mini-Programme 2 Andrea Peach

10. State your preference on form provided Numbers will be evenly distributed across both programmes We will try to accommodate your choice - BUT cannot guarantee it Lists will be posted on CCS noticeboard Monday February 11 Electing Your Semester 2 Mini-Programmes

11. Seminar Participation and Attendance Critical Notebook Essay Mini-Programme Coursework

12. Alexandra M Kokoli (26) 3692 GP20 Portacabins a.m.kokoli@rgu.ac.uk Andrea Peach (26) 3679 GP20 Portacabins a.peach@rgu.ac.uk Any Questions? See www.studioit.org.uk for all information!www.studioit.org.uk