Kathryn Abarbanel
Visiting Lecturer in Art
Current and upcoming courses
4D Design Intro to New Media
ARTS110
This introductory, time-based media production course explores motion graphics, performance art, social practice, installation, Internet art, game design, animation, and the expanding digital domain of 'new media.' The focus will be on experimental, artistic practice using various methods of animation, video, and motion graphics. Studio projects will utilize Photoshop, Maya, Animate, and other imaging and audio programs. Aimed for first and second-year students.
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Two-Dimensional Design
ARTS109
This foundational studio course addresses the issue of composition in two-dimensional media. It focuses on the fundamental elements of visual design (e.g., line, shape, value, space, color) and their compositional impact. Studio projects emphasize visual problem-solving skills as a means of achieving more effective communication, with some attention to the issues of typography. Assignments explore a range of media and encourage creative experimentation with both analog and digital processes. -
Working Through the Body; Art, Disability and Medicine
ARTS240
This interdisciplinary studio art course invites students to explore the intricate connections between art, disability, and medical experiences. Designed for those with lived experiences or a keen interest in these areas, the course seeks to foster a supportive community for open discussion and creative experimentation. Students will engage in hands-on projects that reflect diverse embodied experiences while examining themes of identity, healing, and representation. Through critical readings, collaborative studio work, and interactions with local organizations, students will develop artworks that challenge societal norms surrounding disability and illness. By integrating theory with practice, participants will cultivate a deeper understanding of how art serves as a powerful medium for expression and empowerment.