The 113th annual conference of the College Art Association is scheduled to take place in New York, February 12-15, 2025
HBA Affiliate Panel:
New Directions in British Art and Architectural History
Laurel O. Peterson and Monica Anke Hahn, co-chairs
Thursday, March 13, 9–10:30am
https://caa.confex.com/caa/2024/meetingapp.cgi/Session/12893
Panel Abstract:
The study and practice of art history in the academy and in in the museum has changed substantially in the last five years. This call invites scholars, researchers, curators, and practitioners to present their work on innovative approaches, emerging themes, and unexplored avenues in the study of British art and architectural history. We define “Britain” and “British art” broadly, and welcome presentations on a diverse range of topics including, but not limited to:
- Reevaluations of overlooked or underrepresented artists, architects, styles, and movements.
- Revised interpretations of established narratives and historical perspectives.
- Explorations of transnational connections and global exchanges shaping British artistic and architectural practices.
- Examinations of the intersections between British art and architecture and issues of identity, memory, and tradition.
- New curatorial approaches and interventions
- Applications of innovative methodologies, including digital humanities, GIS mapping, and material analysis.
Especially encouraged are projects with interdisciplinary approaches, and those that consider wide geographical, social, and racial contexts. Proposals from scholars in and outside of academia, and at any stage in their programs or careers are welcome.
Panelists and Papers:
Miranda Elston, “Material Histories of Privateers and Sea Networks: Drake’s Caribbean Raids”
Roberto C. Ferrari and Sophie Lynford, “Out of the Shadows: Re-envisioning Simeon Solomon”
Sarah Kleinman, “Reimagining Minimalism: Kynaston McShine’s Contributions to Mid-1960s British Art and Architectural Narratives in ‘Primary Structures'”