ARTH 3118 Public Art: The Politics of Presentation
Public art is defined as �original works of art in any medium for temporary or permanent placement in outdoor/indoor settings and accessible to the public�� Course examines specific works and key concepts to question assumptions about the value/role of art in public spaces. Who is �the public� for which the art is made? Why do some works cause great controversy? What is the history of �public art?� What role can it play in urban revitalization?