The Role of Bildung in 21st Century Art Education

Bildung – the idea of personal and cultural formation – may seem like a relic from the past. Yet, in the context of today’s globalized, digitized world, it holds renewed relevance. Artistic research, when framed through the lens of Bildung, provides opportunities for students and practitioners alike to develop not only skills, but a deeper sense of self and social responsibility. How can we foster Bildung in contemporary visual education?