Episode 209: Navigating Difficult Conversations about Art
Karl Cole
Art can be a deeply personal form of expression, which can lead to sensitive topics and varying interpretations. Nuanced understanding when discussing art with students is essential. How do you work through discomfort or disagreements, especially when tackling social or cultural issues? In this episode, Laura and Matt welcome back Karl Cole, Davis’s Art Historian and Image Curator, for a conversation about how to navigate tough topics in the art room. From integrating historical context and how it relates to contemporary art to establishing clear guidelines for respectful conversation, Karl shares artists, artwork, and strategies to help foster deeper artistic understanding within our students.
