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Projektmodul / Project Module
Enacted photons - exploring light as an artistic medium
Instructor: Prof. Martin Hesselmeier
Credits: 18 ECTS, 16 SWS
Capacity: max. 14 students
Language: english, deutsch
Date: Plenum: Tuesdays, 09:15-12:30; Consultations by appointment
Location: Online/Marienstraße 7b,104
First Meeting: 22 October 2024, 09:15
(More information regarding the first meeting will be sent to accepted participants by email.)
BISON Course

Description

Everything we know, we know through light - Peter Weibel, 2018

For some people, light is information, for others it is a form of representation of power. Light can be a metaphor for spiritual revelation but also a triumph over darkness. Light is the smallest amount of energy that can be transported and for a large part of humanity, light stands for wisdom and enlightenment - a fascinating and powerful material for artists and designers.

In the project module Enacted photons - exploring light as an artistic medium, we will search for a mysterious, playful, humorous and imaginative approach to the medium of light. The question arises as to what artistic and creative possibilities open up when light - both in the visible and non-visible spectrum - is used experimentally. The aim of the project module is to explore and prototype new forms of interaction with the medium of light. In addition to a basic understanding of the physical phenomenon of light and its physiological effects, we want to explore the character of light and develop interesting connections between light and human experience.

The following teaching formats are offered:

Lecture:

A lecture series is offered to accompany the professorship's Bachelor's and Master's projects. This deals with various creative and artistic positions and provides an insight into tools and methods for the conception and design of objects, objects, artifacts and installation works and their interfaces that deal with the subject of light. The language of instruction is English.

Artisttalk:

We will receive visits from interesting designers and artists who will give an insight into their work and working processes.

Excursion:

As part of the project module, we will visit an exhibition that deals with the subject of light. Afterwards, we will discuss and exchange ideas about the works and positions shown.

Consultation:

Individual projects and your own professional development can be discussed by appointment. At least 2 consultations should be attended.

Admission requirements

Prerequisite for participation in the project module is the completion of the accompanying subject module:

• Physical Computing: Lighting the Way by Brian Larson Clark

Application and registration procedure

• Registration via the BISON portal
• Please send a short letter of motivation explaining your interest in the course, your choice of accompanying specialized modules, as well as your level of knowledge and background to: martin.hesselmeier@uni-weimar.de

Eligible participants

BFA MFA Medienkunst/-gestaltung, MFA Media Art and Design, MSc MediaArchitecture, BFA MFA Produkt-Design candidates

Syllabus (subject to change)

09:15-12:30h, Marienstraße 7 B - Seminarroom 104

22.10.2024 Welcome, Introduction, Course Organization

23.10.2024 Exhibition Visit, Unna, Lichtkunst Zentrum

29.10.2024 Light I - Pioneers of light

05.11.2024 Introduction/Workshop Light: Ioannis Oriwol

12.11.2024 Light II - From pigment to light / Light and movement

19.11.2024 Artist Talk: Alexandre Saunnier

26.11.2024 free work (no official class)

03.12.2024 Projectwork

10.12.2024 Midterm Presentations

17.12.2024 Projectwork

07.01.2025 Projectwork

14.01.2025 Artist Talk: Jaquline Hen

21.01.2025 Projectwork

28.01.2025 Projectwork, prepare exhibition

04.02.2025 Exhibition, Setup, Opening, Final Presentation

07.02.-09.02.2024 Exhibition, Winterwerkschau

Platforms and Tools

This Wiki
BigBlueButton
Mattermost Please CLICK HERE to get an introduction to mattermost
Figma

Literature

• TBA