We will explore the use of the moving image, digital video, and interactivity as related to art. Students will be exposed to the concepts and visual strategies surrounding digital media, and techniques of non-linear video editing and interactivity through coding. We will look at the various ways in which artists employ these technologies and tools into their works through readings, class discussions, and slide presentations.

First, students will deal with moving image as a medium as practiced in art and will be exposed to media software such as Adobe Premier.

Then, we will take apart and re-examine the moving image and the tools artist use to edit moving image in an attempt to expand our understanding of the medium. Students will learn how to treat video (both recorded and live) as raw data along with data from other sources (for example, sensors) through a graphical programming environment for video, music, and data called Max/MSP/Jitter

Exploration of ideas through the methods of visual art using video and media. You will realize there are various ways of doing things in art. One goal of this class is to familiarize yourself with past approaches and methods. (For example, through webscreenings, slide lectures, and class discussions.) Another is to acquire skills. (You will be assigned technical exercises.) And finally, you will put all that into practice by exploring your own questions and ideas. (We do that through projects which is subject to critique).

After completing this class students will gain understanding of how video and media can be used in art. Students will learn technical skills such as video editing and coding interactive real-time art works using video and sound. Students will understand how to convey ideas through the use of video and media by making own works and through readings, screenings, and class discussions. Students will learn how to analyze and evaluate video and media based works by viewing artworks, through readings, and by participating in critiques.

We will use the full class-time (3 hours) for learning, working, discussing, and watching videos. Be prepared to work every class. You are expected to spend significant time outside of class to complete your projects. You should do most of the shooting assignments outside of class time so that you can spend class time editing

Everything counts. Come to class. Participate. Work in class. Work out of class. Read. Be responsible. Hand assignments in on time.... Make work. Make work for your self (not for your instructor). Explore. Think. Thoughtful work is good. Craft is important.

2/3 of your grades will be determined by projects and labwork based on the effort, quality, thoughtfulness, and timeliness in this order with attendance and participation contributing for the remainder.

If you miss 4 classes without excuse, expect your grades to be lowered by 1 letter grade. If you miss 6 classes or more without excuse, you will not pass the class.

1. Use of computers during class-time should be limited to activities relevant to class
2. No working during critiques and discussions. Once critiques start, I will not accept handins until the critique is over.
3. If you are not feeling well, please follow the community guidelines and stay home. Otherwise this class is designed as an in-person class so please participate in person.

  Week 1: Mon - Thu 10 am - 5pm, Fri 10 am - 2 pm
  
  Week 2 - : Mon and Fri   9 am - 5 pm (avoid when class taking place Mon/Wed 1:10pm - 4:00pm,
                             Tue/Thr 1:40-4:30pm, and lunch break 12:00 - 12:30pm)