ART 160 - Art Appreciation

Credits: 3

Description
An introduction to the visual arts. Emphasis will be placed upon the acquisition of the tools and the skills necessary to understand and interpret works of art. Traditional art forms, such as painting and sculpture will be considered as well as newer genres such as installation and performance.

Student Learning Outcomes

Student will have developed a basic understanding of how and why art has been made in different cultures and during different historical epochs.
Student will have learned basic vocabulary and perceptual skills necessary for the understanding and interpretation of works of art.
Student will have developed a basic understanding of a variety of art forms and genres, including drawing, painting, sculpture, installation and performance art.
Student will have acquired the basic research skills and critical thinking tools necessary to write about works of art.

Prerequisite: None