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Porter College

[PRTR-022A]


22A. Art Practicum: Day of the Dead (Dia de los muertos)

Fall 2002
Fridays 4-6 p.m., Porter Dining Hall C-2

Instructor: Rosa Apodaca
Phone: 831 623-2692
E-mail: Rosa@hollinet.com
Office hours: 6-7 every Friday or by arrangement

Course Description:

This course will introduce and explore the celebration of el Dia de los muertos (the Day of the Dead), an exploration of art created to celebrate death in Mexico. We will look at the Chicanos' and the Americans' view on death and share our own experiences. This class will culminate in the creation of a Day of the Dead ceremony and community altar including student's individual art piece.

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