This elective explores annotation as an art form. From Kameelah Janan Rasheed's text-based installations to Wendy Red Star's annotated Crow portraits, from Brassaï's photographs of Parisian graffiti to the murals at Playas de Tijuana, annotation has always been a visual and creative practice. This workshop introduces learners to artists who annotate, examines annotation as artistic production, and invites participants to create their own annotated art.
Designed for: Artists, designers, educators, and anyone interested in annotation and visual culture
Encounter artists who use annotation as a creative method
Analyze annotated visual texts: murals, street art, altered books, collage, and digital remix
Understand how layering, overwriting, and emendation function as artistic choices
Create an annotated artwork using any medium
Extends Course 1's exploration of annotation as a genre and connects to Pathway B's emphasis on annotation in public spaces. Pairs naturally with Course 5.