Drawing Lesson Three: Vertical Thinking - A Johannesburg Biography
Offered By: Mahindra Humanities Center via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a captivating lecture from William Kentridge's "Six Drawing Lessons" series, focusing on "Vertical Thinking - A Johannesburg Biography." Delve into Kentridge's unique perspective on art, knowledge creation, and the mechanisms of perception. Discover how the artist weaves together elements of graphic design, philosophical concepts like Plato's cave, critiques of the Enlightenment's role in colonial oppression, and the representation of animals in art. Gain insights into the process of constructing meaning in the world and the potential deceptions inherent in our perceptions. Engage with this thought-provoking 76-minute presentation that challenges conventional thinking and illuminates the intricate relationship between art, knowledge, and human understanding.
Syllabus
William Kentridge | Drawing Lesson Three: Vertical Thinking - A Johannesburg Biography
Taught by
Mahindra Humanities Center
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