Spring2026

Artistic research is a formal, qualitative method that uses creative processes to understand and communicate the subjectivity of human experience. This course invites you to explore its philosophical foundations, methodologies, and practical applications. You will be encouraged to think beyond the traditional academic essay and instead consider film, installation, or other creative art projects as legitimate research outputs and modes through which questions can be posed, ideas explored, and findings articulated.

The curriculum introduces both established theoretical frameworks including formalism, structuralism, and postmodernism, as well as contemporary approaches, including decolonial, feminist, and environmental perspectives in art. Through these lenses, you will develop the ability to analyze, critique, and conduct your own artistic research. You will engage with artworks and readings critically, learning how to evaluate them within wider cultural and theoretical contexts.

This practice-based course introduces you to the digital 2D animation production pipeline from concept development to delivering a short 30-60-second animation. The first part of the course is focused on pre-production, where you will learn how to translate ideas into clear, production‑ready materials presented in an Animation Bible and animatic. During the second part - production, you will build practical animation skills in digital 2D animation (Moho). Through hands-on projects, you will learn how to develop characters and apply core animation principles to create a polished short film. Emphasis is placed on both creative decision-making and technical proficiency. The last part, post-production, focuses on polishing your film. You will refine timing, add sound, and prepare your animation for final export and presentation.