Course Description

This course examines the practice and theorization of fine arts, through studies that utilize sociological methodology. The sociological point of view of art, in particular, is different from the point of view of art history and aesthetics. The lecture material is more directed at getting to know and exploring various issues in the field of sociological studies of art, exploring the following main themes: classical sociological theory and sociology of art; the relationship between art and society; the social production process of art; social field of art; artist sociology; social structure, material culture, and symbolic communication; museums and social construction, with discussion strategies and library searches.