ART332 Australian Cultural Dialogues (8)

This introductory subject explores the rich, ancient and dynamic visual culture of Australia, including the many Indigenous First Nations and the complex relations between artworks, artists, audiences and cultural institutions. Using peer to peer discussion informed by research from diverse Australian sources, students will review case studies from the late 18th through to the 21st century, culminating in a reflection on emerging directions in Australian art. Throughout this subject, Indigenous art and non-Indigenous art will be discussed in dialogue, to generate holistic perspectives on Australian cultural identity.

No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2022.

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Social Work and Arts

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to investigate, compare and discuss the work of specific Australian artists, including Indigenous and non-Indigenous art, both historical and contemporary;
  • be able to research Australian artworks in the context of wider historical events, debates and political issues that have affected and continue to affect Indigenous Australians and Australian cultural identity;
  • be able to demonstrate an understanding of the importance of precedent, protocols and copyright, as well as cultural and commercial values in relation to Indigenous and other Australian artists; and
  • be able to ethically and accurately utilise Australian cultural institutions and their collections as research sources.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Resources for Australian Art Research
  • Australian Art before 1788
  • Invasion and Occupation (1788-1850)
  • Toward Federation (1850-1900)
  • Home and Away: International Exchanges (1880-1915)
  • Australian Art and the World Wars (1915-1945)
  • Modern Evil, Angry Penguins (1940-1950s)
  • A Handful of Sand (1960-1970s)
  • Our Beds are Burning (1980-1990s)
  • Ausploitation and Cultural Cringe (Appropriation and pop culture)
  • I Am, You Are (Australian art after 2010)
  • Reflection: Emerging Directions in Australian Art

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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