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Date

Wednesday, October 2, 2024 6:00PM

Name

The Maker's Motivation

Description

What even is art anymore? Who gets to call themselves an artist? And who gets to decide?

Led by Paul Travis Phillips, interdisciplinary artist and Associate Professor of Art at Elon University, this seminar will engage head-on with the burning questions of artists, explore the motivations that drive makers, and address the struggle to stay authentic in a world full of noise.

Prepare for deep dives into writings from vetted artists, critics, theorists, and philosophers, candid conversations prompted by emerging creative concepts, and lively discussions on topics like simulation, imitation, motivations, and intentionality. This seminar is your space to collaborate with artists from many makes and molds, test run your raw ideas, and redefine the boundaries of art-making today.

You’ll walk away from this seminar with a better understanding of your creative direction, updated approaches for your artistic process, and an ability to position your work in a context that aligns with your motivations as a maker. This isn’t about playing safe–it’s about exploring what your ideas need to live.

Session Dates:
Study Hall: The Functions of Fiction is a 4-part seminar. Session dates are October 2, 9, 16, & 23 from 6-8pm in the Hanes House at NCMA-WS

PLEASE NOTE: This is a 4 week course with limited seating. We are unable to offer refunds for missed class sessions or for registrations canceled less than 48 hours before the first session. For full refunds, please email emily.sauer@dncr.nc.gov 48 hours before the first session date.

About the Study Hall Seminar Series:
Study Hall is a seminar series designed to indulge your curiosity for art, literature, and pop culture. Led by working artists and creative professionals, Study Hall offers immersive and interactive experiences that will inspire and challenge.

Whether you’re looking to enhance your professional skills or find new inspiration, Study Hall is the perfect place to expand your horizons and deepen your understanding of the modern creative landscape. Our seminars cover a wide range of topics, from the latest trends in contemporary art to groundbreaking works of literature and the cultural phenomena shaping our society. Take your seat at Study Hall and discover something new about art, literature, and pop culture.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

This event will take place at NCMA Winston-Salem (formerly SECCA), located at 750 Marguerite Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27106. Free parking is available on-site. Handicap parking for the Hanes House and back lawn are located on the cobblestone driveway, on the left past the main parking lot.