This course introduces students to installation as a conceptual framework for making and display and explores contemporary artistic methods for responding to and intervening in existing sites and creating new spaces. This involves finding ways to respond to how spaces are used and formed by humans and non-humans, their ecologies, atmospheres, architecture, histories, relational dynamics and functions. Spatial practice involves taking action, and sometimes making actions that are already taking place visible. It often involves both conceptual and intuitive approaches, using media that are most conducive to the project. Site responsive projects are ubiquitous in biennials and other contemporary art exhibitions around the world, and in developing their own projects, students will examine the genealogy of art practice that current approaches have developed from and consider new directions.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
- use, create and discuss spatial, architectural and performative methods for engaging with spaces and places in contemporary art practice;
- make artworks that critically engage with their context;
- conduct research into spatial art practices and related discourses and apply findings to creative production; and
- substantiate artistic outcomes with research and rationale.
Research-Led Teaching
This course is based on current discourses and practices in the international field of contemporary art engaged in research-led historiographic and ethnographic art practices of political storytelling.
Field Trips
There will be excursions to locations on the ANU campus in Weeks 2 and 7. In Week 2, the class will meet near the King George V memorial and go as far as the National Library.
Additional Course Costs
The Material Fee is payable to the School of Art & Design to supply consumables and materials that become your physical property. The Additional Materials Fee is payable for materials you use in addition to those supplied as part of the course. You can purchase additional material from the Workshop and take advantage of the GST-free status. These materials are also WHS and workshop process compliant.
Students have the option to obtain After hours Access to workshop and studio spaces outside of class delivery. After hours Access is defined as access to workshop and studio spaces outside of business hours between 6.00pm and 10:00pm Monday to Friday and 9am – 4pm Saturday - Sunday. It is afforded to students by paying an After hours Access Fee each semester.
For further information and to Pay Materials and Access Fees go to: https://soad.cass.anu.edu.au/required-resources-and-incidental-fees
Examination Material or equipment
Students are required to present completed work, written reflections, documents and statements about their presentations. Students will present their work for assessment in a nominated time and place within the classroom
Required Resources
Whether you are on campus or studying remotely, there are a variety of online platforms you will use to participate in your study program. These could include videos for lectures and other instruction, two-way video conferencing for interactive learning, email and other messaging tools for communication, interactive web apps for formative and collaborative activities, print and/or photo/scan for handwritten work and drawings, and home-based assessment.
ANU outlines recommended student system requirements to ensure you are able to participate fully in your learning. Other information is also available about the various Learning Platforms you may use.
Recommended Resources
Please see Wattle.
Staff Feedback
Students will be given feedback in the following forms in this course:
- written comments
- verbal comments
- feedback to whole class, groups, individuals, focus group etc
Student Feedback
ANU is committed to the demonstration of educational excellence and regularly seeks feedback from students. Students are encouraged to offer feedback directly to their Course Convener or through their College and Course representatives (if applicable). The feedback given in these surveys is anonymous and provides the Colleges, University Education Committee and Academic Board with opportunities to recognise excellent teaching, and opportunities for improvement. The Surveys and Evaluation website provides more information on student surveys at ANU and reports on the feedback provided on ANU courses.
Class Schedule
| Week/Session | Summary of Activities | Assessment |
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| 1 | Monumentality 1 | |
| 2 | Monumentality 2 | |
| 3 | Monumentality 3 | Assessment Task 1 due in class ( 20%) |
| 4 | Contested Spaces 1 | |
| 5 | Contested Spaces 2 | |
| 6 | Contested Spaces 3 | Assessment Task 2 due in class ( 20%) |
| 7 | Site Specific Art 1 | |
| 8 | Site Specific Art 1 | |
| 9 | Site Specific Art 1 | Assessment Task 3 due in class ( 20%) |
| 10 | Collaboration and Collective Practice 1 | |
| 11 | Collaboration and Collective Practice 2 | |
| 12 | Collaboration and Collective Practice 3 | Assessment Task 4 due in class ( 20%)Assessment Task 5: Final Research Blog due ( 20%) |
Assessment Summary
| Assessment task | Value | Due Date | Return of assessment | Learning Outcomes |
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| Monumentality 1 | 20 % | 05/03/2024 | 19/03/2024 | 1,2,3,4 |
| Contested Spaces | 20 % | 25/03/2024 | 09/04/2024 | 1,2,3,4 |
| Site Specific Art | 20 % | 01/05/2024 | 13/05/2024 | 1,2,3,4 |
| Collaboration and Collective Practice | 20 % | 21/05/2024 | 27/05/2024 | 1,2,3,4 |
| Reflective blog | 20 % | 21/05/2024 | 27/04/2024 | 1,3,4 |
* If the Due Date and Return of Assessment date are blank, see the Assessment Tab for specific Assessment Task details
Policies
ANU has educational policies, procedures and guidelines, which are designed to ensure that staff and students are aware of the University’s academic standards, and implement them. Students are expected to have read the Academic Misconduct Rule before the commencement of their course. Other key policies and guidelines include:
- Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure
- Special Assessment Consideration Policy and General Information
- Student Surveys and Evaluations
- Deferred Examinations
- Student Complaint Resolution Policy and Procedure
Assessment Requirements
The ANU is using Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the Academic Integrity . In rare cases where online submission using Turnitin software is not technically possible; or where not using Turnitin software has been justified by the Course Convener and approved by the Associate Dean (Education) on the basis of the teaching model being employed; students shall submit assessment online via ‘Wattle’ outside of Turnitin, or failing that in hard copy, or through a combination of submission methods as approved by the Associate Dean (Education). The submission method is detailed below.
Moderation of Assessment
Marks that are allocated during Semester are to be considered provisional until formalised by the College examiners meeting at the end of each Semester. If appropriate, some moderation of marks might be applied prior to final results being released.
Participation
- Respectful, generous and intellectually rigorous participation in group critique and other group learning formats is required
- Attendance to all classes is expected unless you have a medical certificate or other valid reason. This is a practice-based studio course, which means your ability to achieve the learning outcomes will be affected by absences. More than one absence will significantly affect your engagement with the course. Students are expected to attend class from start to finish, and lateness of more than 15 minutes will be considered an absence. Remote participation is possible.
- Weekly attendance at the Sculpture and Spatial Practice Meeting is expected
- Participation in weekly Clean Up of the Sculpture and Spatial Practice Workshop is expected.
Examination(s)
Final assessment requires that students submit their work as outlined by the Sculpture and Spatial Practice Workshop before your allocated examination time during the examination period.
Assessment Task 1
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4
Monumentality 1
Students will present an artwork installed in an agreed upon location for critical feedback session with teachers and reflection with peers. Students will submit documentation of the presentation of their work in situ along with a written 150 word statement addressing key themes relating to topic.
Design and create an proposition for negating the King George V memorial.
Documentation of the assessed artwork and the statement is to be uploaded to Wattle by 5pm the day after assessment are presented.
Rubric
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Assessment Task 2
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4
Contested Spaces
Students will present an artwork installed in an agreed upon location for critical feedback session with teachers and reflection with peers. Students will submit documentation of the presentation of their work in situ along with a written 150 word statement addressing key themes relating to topic.
Design or build a monument, anti-monument, or counter-monument for a contested space.
Documentation of the assessed artwork and the statement is to be uploaded to Wattle by 5pm the day after assessment are presented.
Rubric: Same as Assessment Task 1
Assessment Task 3
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4
Site Specific Art
Students will present an artwork installed in an agreed upon location for critical feedback session with teachers and reflection with peers. Students will submit documentation of the presentation of their work in situ along with a written 150 word statement addressing key themes relating to topic.
Design, enact and document a walk.
Documentation of the assessed artwork and the statement is to be uploaded to Wattle by 5pm the day after assessment are presented.
Rubric: Same as Assessment Task 1
Assessment Task 4
Learning Outcomes: 1,2,3,4
Collaboration and Collective Practice
Students will present an artwork installed in an agreed upon location for critical feedback session with teachers and reflection with peers. Students will submit documentation of the presentation of their work in situ along with a written 150 word statement addressing key themes relating to topic.
Design and present a monumental action in groups.
Documentation of the assessed artwork and the statement is to be uploaded to Wattle by 5pm the day after assessment are presented.
Rubric: Same as Assessment Task 1
Assessment Task 5
Learning Outcomes: 1,3,4
Reflective blog
Each week throughout the semester, Students will write weekly reflections on topics area, including readings, artists, and class discussion. 100 - 200 words per week. A final pdf containing all weekly reflections are to be uploaded vie Wattle by 5pm on the due date.
Rubric
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Relevant and complete posts (LO 1, 3, 4) |
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Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a core part of the ANU culture as a community of scholars. At its heart, academic integrity is about behaving ethically, committing to honest and responsible scholarly practice and upholding these values with respect and fairness.
The ANU commits to assisting all members of our community to understand how to engage in academic work in ways that are consistent with, and actively support academic integrity. The ANU expects staff and students to be familiar with the academic integrity principle and Academic Misconduct Rule, uphold high standards of academic integrity and act ethically and honestly, to ensure the quality and value of the qualification that you will graduate with.
The Academic Misconduct Rule is in place to promote academic integrity and manage academic misconduct. Very minor breaches of the academic integrity principle may result in a reduction of marks of up to 10% of the total marks available for the assessment. The ANU offers a number of online and in person services to assist students with their assignments, examinations, and other learning activities. Visit the Academic Skills website for more information about academic integrity, your responsibilities and for assistance with your assignments, writing skills and study.
Online Submission
You will be required to electronically sign a declaration as part of the submission of your assignment. Please keep a copy of the assignment for your records. Unless an exemption has been approved by the Associate Dean (Education) submission must be through Turnitin.
Hardcopy Submission
For some forms of assessment (hand written assignments, art works, laboratory notes, etc.) hard copy submission is appropriate when approved by the Associate Dean (Education). Hard copy submissions must utilise the Assignment Cover Sheet. Please keep a copy of tasks completed for your records.
Late Submission
Individual assessment tasks may or may not allow for late submission. Policy regarding late submission is detailed below:
- Late submission not permitted. If submission of assessment tasks without an extension after the due date is not permitted, a mark of 0 will be awarded.
- Late submission permitted. Late submission of assessment tasks without an extension are penalised at the rate of 5% of the possible marks available per working day or part thereof. Late submission of assessment tasks is not accepted after 10 working days after the due date, or on or after the date specified in the course outline for the return of the assessment item. Late submission is not accepted for take-home examinations.
Referencing Requirements
Accepted academic practice for referencing sources that you use in presentations can be found via the links on the Wattle site, under the file named “ANU and College Policies, Program Information, Student Support Services and Assessment”. Alternatively, you can seek help through the Students Learning Development website.
Extensions and Penalties
Extensions and late submission of assessment pieces are covered by the Student Assessment (Coursework) Policy and Procedure. Extensions may be granted for assessment pieces that are not examinations or take-home examinations. If you need an extension, you must request an extension in writing on or before the due date. If you have documented and appropriate medical evidence that demonstrates you were not able to request an extension on or before the due date, you may be able to request it after the due date.
Resubmission of Assignments
Students may resubmit work under exceptional circumstances, with the permission of the instructor.
Privacy Notice
The ANU has made a number of third party, online, databases available for students to use. Use of each online database is conditional on student end users first agreeing to the database licensor’s terms of service and/or privacy policy. Students should read these carefully. In some cases student end users will be required to register an account with the database licensor and submit personal information, including their: first name; last name; ANU email address; and other information.In cases where student end users are asked to submit ‘content’ to a database, such as an assignment or short answers, the database licensor may only use the student’s ‘content’ in accordance with the terms of service – including any (copyright) licence the student grants to the database licensor. Any personal information or content a student submits may be stored by the licensor, potentially offshore, and will be used to process the database service in accordance with the licensors terms of service and/or privacy policy.
If any student chooses not to agree to the database licensor’s terms of service or privacy policy, the student will not be able to access and use the database. In these circumstances students should contact their lecturer to enquire about alternative arrangements that are available.
Distribution of grades policy
Academic Quality Assurance Committee monitors the performance of students, including attrition, further study and employment rates and grade distribution, and College reports on quality assurance processes for assessment activities, including alignment with national and international disciplinary and interdisciplinary standards, as well as qualification type learning outcomes.
Since first semester 1994, ANU uses a grading scale for all courses. This grading scale is used by all academic areas of the University.
Support for students
The University offers students support through several different services. You may contact the services listed below directly or seek advice from your Course Convener, Student Administrators, or your College and Course representatives (if applicable).
- ANU Health, safety & wellbeing for medical services, counselling, mental health and spiritual support
- ANU Diversity and inclusion for students with a disability or ongoing or chronic illness
- ANU Dean of Students for confidential, impartial advice and help to resolve problems between students and the academic or administrative areas of the University
- ANU Academic Skills and Learning Centre supports you make your own decisions about how you learn and manage your workload.
- ANU Counselling Centre promotes, supports and enhances mental health and wellbeing within the University student community.
- ANUSA supports and represents undergraduate and ANU College students
- PARSA supports and represents postgraduate and research students
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