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Open Toolkits

Open Toolkits

OERs composed by MA Contemporary Art Theory Students

Introduction:  Welcome to the Unlock Your Emotional Potential toolkit! This toolkit is designed to help you build emotional resilience by increasing your emotional awareness and learning emotion regulation techniques. No matter your current emotional state or if you are experiencing stress and anxiety, this toolkit will help you better understand and manage your emotions. (Reading […]

The confusion, struggle and pain of man in darkness

Synopsis: Everyone’s life experiences are different, and the perceived meaning of the word darkness is also different. Here, darkness can have many different meanings. Not only is there visual darkness, but it can carry over to multiple levels of expression such as emotions, the unknown, the subconscious, loneliness, and more. So, what do you consider […]

This is a picture depicting the beach at night. The overall color is blue and pink. On the beach at night, a bunch of yellow roses surround a bonfire, both of which are burning brightly.

Introduce: Art should assume the responsibility of nurturing ideas, and vice versa. Man has two peaks, one is art, the other is philosophy. The toolkit focuses on providing a path for art creators to reflect on their own works, it is prepared for those who struggle with how to modify their own art works, and […]

In this experimental project called “Dancing Colors“, Fabian attached a thin membrane on top of the loud speakers, and put some colored salt on it. Once the music starts playing, the salt starts vibrating and these odd looking sculptures form for just a fraction of a second. By connecting a microphone to the flash trigger, Oefner is able to capture these very brief moments where sound colorfully dances along the surface of the speaker

Introduction   For a long time, our understanding of sound has been “listening” because sound is abstract. Can we hear and see sound at the same time? Interestingly, the answer is yes. In fact, many artists have made related attempts to combine sound with art, allowing the audience to see the shape and color of […]

“Become aware of your own thought patterns and have the courage to challenge and change them” Introduction Anxiety, inner conflict, and procrastination often become obstacles on our way forward. These problems not only reduce our efficiency, but may also prevent us from achieving our desired goals and lead to self-doubt. However, the key to getting […]

你如何为幼儿园学生制定艺术课程计划?   探索孩子的小艺术世界!   你有没有想过,一片树叶或一块石头在孩子的小手里会变成什么?幼儿园阶段是孩子们释放创造力和想象力的大门,艺术教育是他们的第一把钥匙。学习如何为幼稚园学生设计艺术教案,不仅仅是教他们画画,更是让他们通过艺术发现世界和表达自己,以及在涂鸦中获得自信和快乐。最重要的是,他们不受规章制度的束缚,每一次划动都是一次美妙的冒险!快来看看如何通过生动有趣的艺术课让孩子的创造力大放异彩吧!                                                                  

In the digital age, we are surrounded by screens and have lost the sense of touch to connect directly with life. Non-digital recording is not just nostalgia, it’s a way to reconnect with life. “Life is about feeling, not recording.“ By mapping body emotions, we can explore the relationship between emotions and body perception and […]

The Classical Beauty of Calligraphy

Introduction Calligraphy is an art that embodies cultural heritage, aesthetic principles, and the discipline of precise technique. We will embark on a journey to master the foundational strokes and principles of Chinese calligraphy, focusing on the character ‘永’ (yǒng). This character is ideal for beginners because it contains the eight essential strokes that form the foundation […]

AI-generated avatars

AI is revolutionizing digital creativity, allowing artists to blend video elements, transform photos into animations, and create stunning compositions with ease. Whether you’re an experienced filmmaker or a curious beginner, AI tools offer endless possibilities for crafting unique, artistic videos. In this guide, we’ll show you how to harness AI’s power to turn your creative […]

Introduction overview: This open toolkit guides learners in using photo-editing digital tools (Xingtu) to create a pop art-style movie poster featuring their favorite film character. Through this process, learners can deepen their understanding of the characteristics of pop art and movie posters while enhancing their proficiency with photo-editing digital tools. objectives: This open toolkit will […]

Toolkit cover (of a publication),A combination of vibrant geometric patterns, with blue circles, orange waves and various combinations of dots and lines, creates a dynamic visual effect.

An exploration of the ways in which humans perceive, empathize and communicate in this 20-minute learning process.   Core Idea:  To explore how contemporary art can redefine the expression and understanding of human emotions through interactive and multi-sensory experiences that connect sound and image to human emotions.   Total Time:  20 minutes   Required Materials: […]

This toolkit uses iterative drawing as a way to explore what it means to visualise one’s self and document your experience on the page. Materials Required (per person): x4 Large Sheets of Paper Broad Tip Pen The premise of this task is to focus on the self, not the quality of drawing. Drawing is a […]

  Aim Master the basic collage art techniques, achieve self-reflection and emotional release, create your own visual expression, promote communication between cultures of different backgrounds and discussions on social issues through visual expression, and provide a platform and opportunity for sharing and communication. Introduction “Art and creativity are seen as a way not only to […]

The whole picture is composed of traditional Chinese ink painting. On the left side of the picture there are green willow branches and leaves fluttering, and the grass on the ground moves with the wind. In the distance there are misty mountains. The main body of the picture is made up of four colourful bookmarks dipped in ink.

“A glass of water, a few drops of paint, pick up a brush and paint with your heart. No skill, no experience needed, just a heart to relax your emotions and learn about other cultures.” Introduction Every art has its own characteristics and style, and every culture has its own history and charm. Each art […]

Artist Interviews © 2024 by Yan Zhao is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0

Good questions lead to good answers – the secret to learning to talk to artists is here!  ————————————————————————— By the end of the course, you will take away: 1. an understanding of how to design meaningful and relevant interview questions. 2. develop skills in rapport building and active listening. 3. learn to deal with ethical […]

The Earth is covered in oil rigs and filled with dead trees, factories, and polluted marine life.

Aims Understanding and Observation: Learners are able to identify the core themes of artworks and the environmental and ecological issues they convey. Creative Expression: Learners are able to create small art collages using images and online tools to express their understanding of environmental issues. Critical Thinking: Learners are able to explain the intention of their […]

(Title:book of emotion2 Source: Original Artwork by Shitong Tian, 2024)

Have you ever been unable to express your emotions? Have you ever felt sad, lonely, angry and other emotions at the same time? 是否你曾遇到过无法表达自己情绪的时候?是否某一刻悲伤、孤独、生气等情绪同时围绕着你?   Emotions are an important part of our inner world, and the Book of Emotion is a creative project that helps you explore, express and record your inner feelings. Whether you […]

Ethnographic documentaries teach us that unfamiliar cultures are not far away, just unappreciated. Introducing : What is this: “Becoming an Ethnographic Documentary Observer: From Research Methods to the Screen” is an open toolkit to help learners understand the core research methods of ethnographic documentary research. What is the goal: To master the basic ethnographic research process […]

The freest body holds the richest wisdom. This open toolkit leads learners on a first exploration and experience of Dance/Movement Therapy. Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT) is a unique psychotherapeutic approach that promotes emotional, social, cognitive, and physical integration of the individual through physical movement. The therapy is based on the strong connection between mind and body, […]

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