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Art History

Edinburgh Festival Exhibition: Scottish Endarkenment @ Dovecot

Course Times & Enrolment

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Course Summary

Bill Hare, the curator of The Scottish Endarkenment, will present and discuss the works from this exhibition. Students will not only gain a depth of knowledge of the various works on display, but also will learn about the challenges involved with the organisation and curation of a complex thematic exhibition.

Please note, this course takes place in the Dovecot Gallery.

Course Details

Content of Course

The class will take place in the gallery in front of the works of art, allowing for close examination and discussion.

Teaching method(s)

Informal discussion in a gallery setting, led by an experienced curator.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Communicate knowledge of the various works on display in the exhibition;

  • Assess critically the works;

  • Understand the challenges involved with the organisation and curation of a complex thematic exhibition.

Sources

Core Readings

Recommended:

  • The relevant exhibition publication.

Class Handouts

Handouts will be provided.

Queries

If you have questions regarding the course or enrolment, please contact COL Reception at Paterson's Land by email or by phone 0131 650 4400.

Student support

If you have a disability, learning difficulty or health condition which may affect your studies, please let us know by ticking the 'specific support needs' box on your course application form. This will allow us to make appropriate adjustments in advance and in accordance with your rights under the Equality Act 2010. For more information please visit the Student Support section of our website.