"In all of us there is a hunger, marrow-deep, to know our heritage—to know who we are and where we have come from. Without this enriching knowledge, there is a hollow yearning. No matter what our attainments in life, there is still a vacuum, an emptiness, and the most disquieting loneliness." Alex Haley
All things Korean, past and present, will be explored as an inspirational source for making art. Korea's history, traditional arts and craft, as well as contemporary Korean artists, music, films and popular culture will be introduced. The Korean Diaspora, the conflict between South and North Korea and the North Korean human rights crisis will be discussed. By finding the link to your Korean heritage, questions of cultural identity, new interpretations of traditional forms and contemporary Korea, in view of a global context will be discussed. Students will first start with research, then will work out ideas in drawing and painting. As projects develop, students will be encouraged to find the medium that best conveys their ideas. Final project will be open to all genres of art.
Prerequisite: FF 150 or FF 175