This volume introduces a different approach to art education. It complements the often-used justifications for arts role in education based on intrinsic (art for arts sake) or instrumental (art makes you more competent) arguments by adding an existential perspective. Arts natural connection to human existence, referred to as subjectification by educationalist Gert Biesta, can make a significant difference for both art lessons and education overall. The book illustrates this teaching approach through clarifying episodes from practice, brought into dialogue with Biestas theory, offering profound insights and inspiration. A must-read for art educators, teacher trainers, and (art) students.
