UACC 230 Collaborative Studio: The Meditative Act: a Zen Approach to the Arts

1.5 - 3 credits undefined hours
200 level undergraduate course

The aim of this course is the making of collaborative art works - by artists from a variety of artistic disciplines - inspired by the Zen understanding of the human person as it bears on the creation of art. The creation of two types of artworks will be explored: work produced from meditative states achieved through both still and moving meditation exercises and practices; and work influenced by Zen koan (paradoxical verbal and nonverbal structures designed to disclose the problem of being a self). Utilizing acting theory, technique, and exercises as the ‘jumping off’ point and common vocabulary for the practical application of Zen ideas, this course will explore the intersections of a number of artistic mediums and collaborative prospective.

Collaborative Studio engages students in cross-disciplinary and collaborative processes, building links and connections across the disciplines through diverse cultural experiences, critical writing and discussion.

Requires completion of 24 credits
This course is not repeatable for credit.