Course Description
Through the foundational texts of Arthur C. Danto and Walter Benjamin, participants will explore how technological improvements influence our understanding and experience of art.
A central theme of the course is the impact of digital tools and AI on the creation and consumption of art. As we examine Danto’s concept of “The Artworld” and Benjamin’s ideas on the “aura,” we will engage in discussions about how these theories apply to the digital age.
Participants will reflect on how viewers interpret and interact with both traditional and AI-generated artworks, considering questions of authenticity and meaning.
The course will also address the democratization of art through online platforms, highlighting how technology empowers viewers to participate in the artistic process.
We will explore how AI not only creates art but also reshapes the viewer’s experience, prompting new ways of seeing and understanding creativity.
Ethical considerations surrounding AI art will further enrich our discussions, focusing on the viewer’s responsibility in navigating issues of copyright and ownership. As art becomes increasingly accessible and interactive, participants will consider how these changes affect their roles as viewers and critics. Ultimately, this course aims to foster a deeper appreciation of how the viewer’s perspective is transformed by technological advancements in art. Participants will leave with valuable insights into the future of aesthetics and the viewer’s essential role in the dialogue surrounding art in an AI-driven world.
Objectives
The course is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the evolving dynamics between these fields, particularly emphasizing the viewer’s role.
Through the foundational works of Arthur C. Danto and Walter Benjamin, participants will critically analyze how technological advancements shape our perceptions and experiences of art today. One of the key learning objectives is to explore the impact of digital tools and AI on both the creation and consumption of art.
Participants will engage with Danto’s concept of “The Artworld” and Benjamin’s notion of “aura,” facilitating discussions on how these theories resonate in the context of contemporary digital practices. This examination will prompt participants to reflect on how viewers engage with traditional and AI-generated artworks, addressing themes of authenticity and meaning. Additionally, the course will highlight the democratization of art through online platforms, showcasing how technology empowers viewers to actively participate in the artistic process.
Participants will consider how AI not only generates art but also transforms the viewer’s experience, leading to new interpretations of creativity. Ethical considerations surrounding AI art will also be a focal point, with discussions centered on the viewer’s responsibility regarding copyright and ownership issues.
As art becomes more accessible and interactive, participants will contemplate the implications of these changes on their roles as viewers and critics. By the end of the course, participants will gain valuable insights into how technological advancements redefine aesthetics and the viewer’s essential contribution to the ongoing dialogue about art in an AI-driven world. This knowledge will enhance their appreciation of the complexities of art and empower them to navigate the contemporary artistic landscape with confidence – the participants will be able to argue their opinion in the complex discussion that contemporary art is.
Target Group
- Teacher
- Librarian
- Teacher Educator
Learning Outcomes
Throughout the duration of the course the participants will be working in different groups and individually as well.
We will process the texts together, meticulously finding the contemporary aspects in referenced readings.
The participants will take part in different disputes, both in teams and individually.
They will learn how to argue their viewpoint with a carefully constructed argument structure. At the end of the course, group works and individual performances will be evaluated equally.
Learning Programme and Tasks
TBA
Dates and Prices
| Language level: | English B1 and above* |
| Locations: | Budapest (Hungary) |
| Time: | 9 AM to 2:30 PM daily (extracurricular activities outside of learning activities) |
| Dates: | Budapest: 10-14 February 2025, 17-21 February 2025, 10-14 March 2025, 17-21 March 2025, 7-11 April 2025, 14-18 April 2025, 5-9 May 2025, 12-16 May 2025, 9-13 June 2025, 16-20 June 2025, 11-15 August 2025, 18-22 August 2025, 8-12 September 2025, 15-19 September 2025, 13-17 October 2025, 20-24 October 2025, 10-14 November 2025, 17-21 November 2025 (5 days, 25 lessons) |
| Price: | €430 (5 days) - including an extracurricular activity and a welcome lunch or dinner |
*The language of the course is English, linguistic aid may be provided for speakers of Hungarian with lower language abilities.
Conditions
The course complies with all rules as set in the Quality Standards of the Erasmus+ program. Courses are including an extracurricular cultural activity and a welcome lunch or dinner, and study groups are international. Note: should the latter condition not be met, participants will be informed 40 days in advance.
Payment facilities: participants with funding from the actual year’s project budget may ask to request a deposit of EUR 100 to guarantee their places on the course and pay the rest of the fees later.
It is possible to take part in 2 consecutive courses, please book both separately. A price reduction of 15% will be applied.
