Art & the History of Art 324 - Sculpture II: Symbiotic Sculptures

Symbiosis is a close biological interaction between living organisms. It can be temporary or permanent; positive, neutral, or parasitic; and involve two or thousands of individuals. In this class we will explore a variety of relationships with and within nature through sculpture. Conceptual prompts will be accompanied by material experimentation with “biomaterials”: materials that are grown, cooked, or processed through collaborations with fungi, plants, and bacteria.

Requisite: ARHA 214 or consent of the instructor. Limited to 12 students. Spring 2026: Assistant Professor Monge.

How to handle overenrollment: Priority given to ARHA and Architectural Studies majors. Others will be admitted to balance year, major, and Five College participation.

Students who enroll in this course will likely encounter and be expected to engage in the following intellectual skills, modes of learning, and assessment: Studio art projects, class discussions, individual research and collaborative learning.