The history and aesthetics of each technique is studied. Additional techniques and craft media will be included, time permitting. Written tests, as well as critiques, are included in the evaluation process.
Students also study the history and cultural implications of each medium.
This course is designed for students who wish to explore the cultural aspects of European and Classical art and the art of their community. Activities include slide presentations, videos, field trips, group discussions and analysis of art. Numerous books and texts are utilized. Students learn about the art history of early civilizations, Ancient Egypt, Greece, Roman Byzantine, Medieval, Renaissance, Islamic, Baroque, Jacobean, and, if time permits, the Art of the Age of Enlightenment. Aesthetics, analysis of art, and art appreciation are important aspects of the class.