Families

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After Aesthetics: Art Practice and Theory since 1960

Many contemporary artworks are at odds with traditional conceptions of aesthetic value. It can seem that questioning ideas of formal quality, originality and medium is at the heart of what it means to be contemporary in art. This course looks at some of the different ways in which traditional aesthetic concepts have been criticised and expanded by artists and theorists since the 1960s, and explores the wider cultural and technological circumstances of these developments. It will appeal to those with an interest in understanding some of the issues central to recent debates in art theory, and the ways in which they might inform art practice. Since this is not an introductory course, some knowledge of these debates will be assumed. Fee: £75.

Tate Modern is a family friendly place offering a wide range of activities for children with adults to discover modern art including back-packing tours around the gallery and a lively programme of workshops incorporating games and other activities. Pick up your map, bag and kit. And off you go! Inside the bag you'll find exciting games and puzzles for children and adults to use together on their voyage of discover around Tate Modern.