ART100: Art Appreciation
Summer II 2009
The Salamander at Park Güell, created by Antoni Gaudí
The following are links associated with the Converse College art appreciation course. The purpose of this course is to be an introduction to the visual arts with focus on artistic technique and styles, representative artists and works of the major periods and movements, and common art forms and genres found in the world of art. It is intended to introduce general education students to basic techniques and concepts about art and to expand their personal growth and involvement with the visual world.
Syllabus: Art100 Syllabus
Helpful Material: Appropriate References
Assignments: In addition to reading Chapters 1 - 11 of your text, the following investigative essays/projects will be due throughout the term.
Assignment 1 - Depression Era Art
Trip Report - Bob Jones University Art Museum
USC Sculpture Map To be used with the Sculpture Investigation
Class Notes and Other Material:
Chapter 3 – Organising Principles of Design
Chapter 4 - Style and Iconography
Chapter 11 - Crafts and Design