Material culture is the study of human-made,objects and visual artifacts and how these shape,society. In this course students explore the,intricate relationship between objects, culture,,and creativity. The curriculum offers a,comprehensive foundation in material culture,,blending both theoretical insights and practical,applications. It serves as a starting point for,first-year artists and designers in situating,their creative practice within socio-cultural,contexts. The exploration spans theories from,anthropology, sociology, and the history of art,and design, providing students with a profound,understanding of how cultures manifest in tangible,forms.<\/p>
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