Photography and Contemporary Context

University of Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

4d•CA$9,959•Onsite

About The Position

This course will be offered in-person. Reflection on the contemporary theories and issues of photography, in relation to a personal and autonomous practice guided by the professor. Practical application of contemporary modalities for presenting photography: exhibition, installation, blog, book, and other forms specific to an emerging artistic practice. An issue-based course emphasizing self-directed studio practice informed by current theory in photography and under the guidance of the professor. An applied exploration of current presentation strategies in photography such as: the exhibition, the installation, the book, the blog or other forms appropriate to a developing art practice. Applicants are reminded of the importance of ensuring that ALL prior experience and relevant credentials are reflected in the curriculum vitae. Applicants are asked to provide a visual record of recent works. These documents can be sent electronically to [email protected]. Electronic file sharing links are also accepted. This course will be offered in-person.

Requirements

Master of Fine Arts or equivalent.
Established reputation in photography.
Teaching experience at post-secondary level.
Ensure ALL prior experience and relevant credentials are reflected in the curriculum vitae.
Provide a visual record of recent works.

Responsibilities

Guide personal and autonomous practice in photography.
Apply contemporary presentation strategies for photography (exhibition, installation, book, blog, etc.).
Reflect on contemporary theories and issues in photography.
Provide a visual record of recent works.