Reading Time: 4 minutesBackground-Learn about the work of both artists.（1mins） Jessie Edelman Jessie Edelman was born in 1986 in Milwaukee, USA. She graduated from the Yale School of Art in 2013. Jessie currently lives and works in Brooklyn, New York. Jessie’s works are full of lush joy. She is good at using warm colorful colors and large patterns […]
Reading Time: 5 minutesIntroduction of this Open Toolkits (2min) Please watch the following video by playing it or clicking on the link provided.
Reading Time: 2 minutesIntroduction Colour plays an important role in art and also has a huge impact, conveying emotion, meaning and playing an important part in celebrations and rituals. There are huge differences in what colours represent in different cultures around the world. The understanding and use of colours may vary from culture to culture, but they all […]
Reading Time: 4 minutesIntroduction： Chinese landscape painting emphasizes the harmony between humans and nature, inviting us to enter the creative realm of meditation. Its basic characteristics can provide new ways for expression in contemporary art practice. The artistic philosophy it embodies is not limited by complex techniques or materials, allowing the essence of scenery to flow freely onto […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesCreate your own pattern Introduction Use pattern design to express multiple aspects of personal daily life, creating abstract and creative patterns through pattern theory methods. In our daily lives, we experience a wide variety of emotions, activities, and events. Through pattern design we can express these aspects in a unique and creative way. Pattern theory […]
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIntroduction This open toolkit focuses on personal storytelling through paper ring making, which is designed for anyone interested in exploring the intersection of contemporary art and personal expression. This process encourages you to delve into themes that resonate with you, whether they are rooted in personal memories, dreams, or social issues. Through sketching, decorating, and […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes 1. According to a set of 1 to 7 numbers randomly arranged, write 16 numbers, 1 represents the lowest sound, 7 represents the highest sound. For example: 1535153526462646. (2 mins)
Reading Time: 2 minutesIntroduction Welcome to our ‘Life Archive’ setting. Here, each person has the opportunity to open their own life’s archive, to review and reflect on the key moments and turning points of your life. From childhood memories to adult challenges, each experience forms a unique life story. Together in this toolkit, we will delve into the […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesOpen Toolkit Plan Prepared by Xinyi Shao CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International Overview： In this Open Toolkit, students will think about their own unique personality and consider how they can use colours, shapes and letters in a logo to express their unique personality. Goals： The objectives of this Open Toolkit include the following: artistic […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesBACKGROUND INFORMATION IN VIDEO (2min) INSTRUCTIONS (15min) 1. CHOOSE OBJECT (2 min) Choose an object that interests you and that has a distinct sound associated with it. It could be anything from nature, machinery, musical instruments, or everyday objects. 2. TAKE PHOTO (1 min) Take a clear and focused photograph of the chosen […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesIntro Are you fascinated by the captivating visuals of K-pop idols and their stunning photos? Have you ever wondered how to capture that unique blend of contemporary art vibrancy, style, and energy in your own photographs? Welcome to “Capturing contemporary art K-Pop Magic,” a comprehensive photo teaching course designed to unlock the secrets behind the […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Journey of Artful Street Relief Journey is an activity designed to provide a unique and beneficial way for emotional expression and stress relief through the free creation of lines and filling enclosed areas. Participants will embark on an artistic meditation journey where the intertwining of lines and colors facilitates the discovery of inner emotional […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesBefore we start: The ready-made has propelled modern art into a new trajectory, opening a fresh door for contemporary artistic experiences, where concepts prevail and interchange in today’s artistic landscape. While once limited to color, texture, and positioning, contemporary art appreciation extends beyond these elements to encompass deeper concepts and nuanced interpretations. In this evolving […]
Reading Time: 3 minutes“We still recognise that much of what gives one’s life meaning stems from accidents, interruptions, and serendipitous encounters: the ‘off time’ that a mechanistic view of the experience seeks to eliminate.” – Jenny Odell.[1] This workshop was conceived as a way of enacting themes within Jenny Odell’s ‘How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy’ (2019) and Tricia Hersey’s ‘Rest […]
