Encountering 'Intimacy' in Art and Cultural Theory: A Reading Course

Overview

This course aims to redefine how we interpret art, film, literature, and theory. Rooted in the concept of "Intertextuality," the program challenges rigid interpretive frameworks. We do not merely read texts; we examine art through a theoretical lens and analyze theory through the artistic eye. Covering a vast array of media including painting, photography, cinema, performance art, theatre, poetry, fiction, and popular music, this course offers a transdisciplinary space for intellectual and emotional engagement.

Highlights

• Cross-disciplinary Analysis: Break through disciplinary barriers and explore the convergence of art and cultural theory.
• Diverse Media: Engage with a variety of art forms, from visual arts to literature, sparking multidimensional insights.
• Intuitive Exploration: We encourage fluid, intuitive reading, empowering participants to find personal connections and joy in the dialogue between classic works and critical theory.

Instructor

Led by Dr. Fong Ho-yin, an expert in cultural studies and artistic analysis, the course offers a deep yet accessible journey into the intersections of theory and creation.

Venue

Classes are held on the 15th Floor of the Hong Kong Arts Centre, centrally located in Wan Chai, providing an ideal setting for cultural discourse.

Ticketing

• Fee: HKD 1990
• Discounts:
  • 5% off: Enrolling with a friend, returning students (who have completed two consecutive terms), Hong Kong Arts Centre Art Ambassadors, and Hong Kong Art School alumni.
  • 10% off: Hong Kong Arts Centre members, Senior Citizens (with card).
  • 20% off: Current students of the Hong Kong Art School.

To enroll, please register via the art-mate online platform, or contact the organizer for further assistance.