Examines art works and artists’ statements, goals and intentions. The artwork and the statements of artists are examined to determine if the artists focus on being deaf as the subject of their art or if the focus of their art is related to Deaf issues or other subjects. By examining these connections and influences and comparing the varieties of choices artists have made, a definition of Deaf Art is developed. From the readings and reviews, students develop a list of issues that lead to identification of a person as a Deaf artist or an artist who is deaf. The question of what is culture and what is art is examined, and comparisons to cultural groups are made. An in-depth analysis of Deaf View/Image Art (De’VIA) will be conducted, and parallels will be drawn to other disenfranchised groups’ artwork. Furthermore, students will create their own self-portrait using De’VIA themes and/or motifs. Class 3, Credit 3 (F, S)

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