About your TA
How do you pronounce my name
Genselle (jen- cell)
performance art uses the artist's ____ as the main medium
body
self
physical being
What matters more in this class: effort or perfection?
effort
if we can tell that you are trying and getting out of your comfort zone then you will get credit and we will be proud of you
What color is heather's hair
orange
Did Genselle have a good start to the semester? Why or why not?
No, her phone broke right before classes
What is my role in this class
Mentor, student, friend
True or false: performance art always has to be planned
false
performance art can be planned, improvised, or both
Who should you ask if you’re confused or overwhelmed?
Heather and Genselle
what classes does heather teach
painting and performance art
What is Genselle's favorite snack
Cheese
What is one thing that I enjoy to do outside of class?
Cook
Bake
Clean
Watch anime/ shows/ movies
Listen to music while doing anything
Godmother to my roommates cat
Making people smile and laugh
Art (obviously)
Reading
what is the difference between performance art and theater?
Performance art doesn’t require a script
It doesn’t always have characters or a story
It focuses on concept or presence over entertainment
It doesn’t have to be repeatable
What’s one thing you should NOT be afraid to do in this class?
Showing your true, authentic self
when has heather stated teaching in what year and in what year was the performance art course officially made?
2003
2006
what is everyones name in the class
Grace T.
Grace D.
Anjali
Alyssa
Abheet
Talia
What kind of art am I interested on making the most?
Painting, illustration, printmaking
About personal experiences and being taken seriously
Name one element often used in performance art
Body
Time
Space
Movement
Sound
Silence
Objects / props
Audience interaction
What happens if something “fails” during a performance?
Trick question: there is not such thing
How young is Heather?
50
What is our next project?
The art of piggybacking
What is my middle name
Love
Can performance art be uncomfortable? (Why?)
Yes
Because it often challenges norms, explores vulnerability, or pushes emotional, physical, or social boundaries.
What’s the most important thing to bring to this class?
yourself, your presence is important not only for yourself but for everyone else
what is the color of heathers most iconic pair of boots
blue
Are you excited to see how this class goes
Yes. the answer should always be yes. this is a threat and a promise