Art School: (Propositions for the 21st Century)
"Stephen Henry Madoff's anthology appears at a particularly apt moment, as the development of social, research-based, and post-studio forms of artistic practice raise questions about central tenets of traditional art education. With essays and discussions by important theorists, artists, and curators, this book lays the ground for a critical debate on the future of the art school."--Bruce Altshuler, Director, Program in Museum Studies, New York University(Bruce Altshuler)"An indispensable source of experienced voices: artists, teachers, theorists, art historians, critics, administrators, former students, curators.Art Schoolis an amazing cross-section of art world contributors providing as complete a picture as is imaginable on the needs and possibilities of the art school in the 21st century."Garry Kennedy, former President and Professor Emeritus, Nova Scotia College of Art and Design"Its positive attitude and open-ended, forward-thinking discussions make this text an essential read for anyone considering any kind of arts education." Amanda Rataj C Magazine"Steven Henry Madoff's anthology appears at a particularly apt moment, as the development of social, research-based, and post-studio forms of artistic practice raise questions about central tenets of traditional art education. With essays and discussions by important theorists, artists, and curators, this book lays the ground for a critical debate on the future of the art school."Bruce Altshuler, Director, Program in Museum Studies, New York University