ART 2150 - The Art of Puppetry

3cr. 4.5 hrs. Day course offered in the Spring.

Studio Art. Students will explore shape, form and movement as it relates to character, mood and atmosphere. The history of the art of puppetry from around the world will be discussed through images, videos and readings. Students will learn how to construct masks, shadow puppets, hand and rod puppets, and marionettes and will work in groups to put on performances of folk tales from various parts of the world. Puppetry will also be examined as a tool in education, therapy and advertising.