Encontro das Águas - Circulation and Displacement in Art
Offered By: Harvard University via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a presentation by interdisciplinary artist Clarissa Tossin, showcasing her works spanning nearly a decade that focus on themes of circulation and displacement. Delve into her diverse artistic projects, including porcelain sculptures, plaster casts, and installations inspired by various cultural and architectural influences. Discover how Tossin's art addresses topics such as migration, urban development, and the intersection of ancient and modern civilizations. Gain insights into her creative process and the conceptual underpinnings of her work, from explorations of Brasilia and Maya Blue to interpretations of iconic structures like Hollyhock House and the Mayan Theater. Learn about her current projects and how they continue to explore materiality, time, and cultural exchange.
Syllabus
Intro
Presentation
Migration
Map
Porcelain
Porcelain shells
Plaster casts
Sneaker thief
Brasilia
Brazil
When two places look alike
Maya Blue
Hollyhock House
Mayan Theater
Yaxchilan Lintel
Piedras Negras
Ticket Window
Heel Up
Cycle of Time
Materialism
Current Projects
Taught by
Harvard University
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