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Combinatory Play - Pablo Helguera

Combinatory Play - Pablo Helguera

Season 3 Episode 29
10:06
The Case for Ai Weiwei

The Case for Ai Weiwei

Season 3 Episode 30
5:53
Self Shape - Tschabalala Self

Self Shape - Tschabalala Self

Season 3 Episode 31
7:20
Public Art Trip: New York City

Public Art Trip: New York City

Season 3 Episode 33
7:39
Art Trip: London

Art Trip: London

Season 3 Episode 36
12:31
Peter Liversidge - Proposals

Peter Liversidge - Proposals

Season 3 Episode 37
8:12
Cases for Political Art

Cases for Political Art

Season 3 Episode 38
12:07
The End of Art Assignments

The End of Art Assignments

Season 3 Episode 40
4:26
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The Art Assignment

The Case for Performance Art

Season 3 Episode 28

Dubious of performance art? Break into a cold sweat when you realize it’s about to begin? There’s a reason. Here we present you with a brief history of performance art and attempt to sway you to its potential charms. Let us know if you buy it.

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Desktop Monument - Lee Boroson
7:30
Lee Boroson assigns us to create a desktop creation.
How to Critique
6:27
We discuss the conventions of art critique.
Photo a Friend - Tanja Hollander
7:53
We meet up with photographer Tanja Hollander on her epic journey around the world.
Off: Highlights
5:58
We review some of the best responses to the 'Off' assignment.
Find Your Band - Bang on A Can
11:32
We met with experimental musicians Mark Stewart and Julia Wolfe.
Sorted Books - Nina Katchadourian
8:27
Artist Nina Katchadourian takes us on her journey of sorting an old book collection.
Imprint - Sopheap Pich
6:53
We meet Cambodian artist Sopheap Pich and receive the assignment to make an imprint.
What, How, Where: Highlights
6:11
We review some of the best responses to the 'What, How, Where!' challenge.
The Art Assignment: Vidcon Edition
12:41
At VidCon 2014, we ask some of our favorite vloggers and hosts to do an Art Assignment.
Under the Influence - Peggy and Garry Nolanddios
9:53
We visit the Kansas City shop of designer Peggy Noland and talk to her about influence.
How to Learn About Contemporary Art
5:50
In which we talk about ways to find out about contemporary art.
Make a Rug - Fritz Haeg
7:52
We visit Fritz Haeg in Los Angeles and receive the assignment to make a rag rug!
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